Produced by × JIU TIMES Vol. 20 SPRING 2017 President views exchanges as important learning tools by JIU Times of the university, “Character building through learning,” which was coined by the founder Josai International University President of Josai University Educational Corporation, Kenji Sugibayashi said JIU has established its Mikio Mizuta. brand image of being global in the 25 years “It’s important for young people to have since its foundation and the 50 years since their own opinions, listen to other people the foundation of Josai University Educa- and empathize with them,” Sugibayashi said. tional Corporation. He also stressed the importance of the “We now have many (about 170) sister university contributing to the local commu- schools in the world and have established nity, noting that a university should be an strong exchange relations with them,” Sug- academic center for the area around it. ibayashi said at the university’s Kioicho Cam- The Kioicho campus is significant as it pus in Tokyo’s Chiyoda Ward, on March 7. is in the center of Tokyo and functions as a He took the post as of April 1 after his showcase for JIU. It also offers convenient predecessor Hakuo Yanagisawa finished his access for people who come from overseas, term on March 31. he said. Sugibayashi also stressed the benefits of having foreign students on campus. Sugibayashi biography “Japan is a homogeneous country and A graduate of the University of Toyama Japanese living in remote areas can live their cannot be ignored. That said, we should also Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, entire lives without even seeing foreigners. have close relationships with Europe and the Sugibayashi obtained his doctorate in phar- Studying and living with foreigners is a very U.S. Internationalism has reached a turning maceutical science at Gifu Pharmaceutical good experience for students,” he said. “What point and JIU will maintain a good balance University. He began his academic career as is important for students is to have many dif- and continue to have such exchanges,” he an assistant professor at Josai University’s Fac- ferent experiences and acquire interpersonal said. “The sooner you know about people of ulty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. skills. It is very meaningful to have exchanges different backgrounds, the better.” Spending 16 months studying at the Universi- New hall commemorates founder’s efforts with people different from you.” Another characteristic of JIU is that it has ty of Michigan and the University of Utah, he JIU will continue to expand its collabora- many different departments so that students pursued his academic career at JU, becoming a by JIU Times picious start for something new at Josai The Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharma- tions with overseas schools to facilitate stu- are able to interact with people from differ- professor in 1998 and the faculty dean in 2009. University,” Ono said. “We would like to ceutical Sciences building, with 12,000 dent and teacher exchanges with them. ent majors. Sugibayashi is also a board member of Josai A ceremony was held March 28 at Josai learn from and respect founder Mizuta’s square meters of floor space, has nine sto- “Japan’s role in Asia is important and Asia All these points come down to the mission University Educational Corporation. University’s Sakado Campus to mark the achievements.” ries above ground and one basement floor. opening of the Mizuta Mikio Memorial The two-story memorial hall, with 1,800 It is located on the southeast edge of the Hall and a new building for the Faculty of square meters of floor space, features an campus, and functions as the gateway and Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. arched roof mirroring the silhouette of landmark of the university. The research Shunpei Yamazaki scholarships It was attended by about 400 people, a hill. Located at Josai Hill – the highest floors have no walls between rooms, which including mayors and assembly members point on campus – the hall, which will helps to stimulate exchanges between stu- awarded to 10 students of Sakado and neighboring municipalities, be open to students and members of the dents and teachers. those involved in the design and construc- community, has an auditorium, multi- At a reception after the ceremony, there by Josai International Center for the scholarships to further their research. tion of the two new structures, local resi- purpose spaces, the Founder’s Room and were congratulatory speeches from archi- Promotion of Art & Sciences (JICPAS) Shunpei Yamazaki — a friend of Ono, inven- dents, teachers and students. other facilities. tect Hitoshi Abe of Atelier Hitoshi Abe, tor of flash memory, holder of many patents It began with a Shinto priest’s prayer, The Founder’s Room showcases found- who designed the two new buildings, and The fourth ceremony awarding the Shun- and one of the leading researchers in the world followed by greetings from Josai Univer- er Mikio Mizuta’s life and the history of other prominent guests. pei Yamazaki Scholarship was held on March — donated in 2013 to create this scholarship of international administration seeks to achieve sity Educational Corporation Chancellor Josai University, and displays 100 items, “I hope the new building for the Faculty 8 at JIU’s Kioicho Campus. Scholarships were program. The scholarship fund was created excellent results and bestow Yamazaki Shunpei Ad Interim Motoyuki Ono, a tape-cutting including medals and other honors he re- of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences given to 10 students of the Graduate School of in accordance with the teaching policy of the scholarships to second-year graduate students ceremony and a tour of the new buildings ceived, a desk and formal suits he wore. will become a milestone for expansion of International Administration after a screening graduate program in international adminis- who have the potential to become active as in- for the attendees. The Founder’s Room can also accom- the campus,” Abe said. “Connecting the lo- of academic records and interviews. Motoyuki tration: “Acquiring international management ternationally minded talents in the future. “We are happy to be holding the open- modate large groups, and includes a guest cal with the global is big challenge for ev- Ono, head of research and chancellor ad inter- and administration theory, as well as high-lev- The ten awardees are Masahiro Tojo, Daiki ing ceremony for the Mizuta Mikio Me- area for receiving distinguished overseas ery university. The memorial hall will be im of Josai University Educational Corporation el specialized knowledge and business skills, Katagiri, Liu Zhen, Lu Xiaoman, Zhang Xiao- morial Hall and the new building for the visitors and VIPs. It also has multipurpose useful as a platform to connect the univer- presented the awards to the students. Those 10 to nurture internationally minded talents.” fang, Ma Jun, Xu Lanshi, Dong Min, Shin Dong Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical spaces for holding receptions, exhibitions, sity with local and global activities.” dedicated students said that they would use the Through this program, the graduate program Yeon and Sirin Leelasermkul. Sciences on such a beautiful day, an aus- workshops and many other activities. Related photos, article on page 4

Collaboration deal formalized with Chiba Agricultural College Inside This Issue

by JIU Times noru Igaki and JIU’s previous President Hakuo lead to the development of local human talent, ing facilities. With the collaboration accord, the Scene on Campus Yanagisawa promised mutual cooperation for have a positive impact on local communities, university will allow the college students to use Josai International University and Chiba regional development. Chiba Prefectural As- and develop new regional brands utilizing lo- the university’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sci- Page 2 Prefecture Agricultural College on March 6 sembly member Kiyotaka Ishibashi and Togane cal resources.” ence facilities for experiments on microorgan- signed an official accord for collaboration in Mayor Naoharu Shiga were among those at the JIU started an alliance with the college when isms. The university will also consider commer- ▶▶ Profiles of soccer and ekiden educational programs. At the ceremony, Chiba ceremony. The two expressed encouragement, the university formed the Faculty of Social Envi- cialization projects using blueberries, utilizing Prefecture Agricultural College President Mi- saying, “We are expecting the collaboration to ronmental Studies, sending teachers and shar- assays on the fruit’s nutrients. coaches

▶▶ New students attend V4 plus Japan seminar addresses immigration Seven goals toward becoming entrance ceremony a leading university in the world by Josai International Center for the last year was a historic one, marking the 25th The four Central European countries formed Views from Abroad Promotion of Art & Sciences (JICPAS) anniversary of the establishment of the V4, but the Visegrad Group, also called the Visegrad due to the withdrawal of the U.K. from the Eu- Four or V4, to provide a framework for coop- « 7 J-Vision » (2016-2020) Page 3 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the four ropean Union and other factors, the V4 coun- eration aimed at promoting friendship and Visegrad Group (V4) countries, and Josai Uni- tries are facing a difficult situation. alliances among the countries and the integra- 1. Expanding the capabilities of our students to serve society ▶▶ Stories of international versity Educational Corporation jointly hosted In sessions following the speeches, research- tion of Europe. For Japan, the V4 are important 2. Developing human resources with an international mindset and a V4 plus Japan seminar in the basement hall ers from Japan and the V4 countries presented partners sharing common universal values and students extensive knowledge of Japanese culture of Building No. 1 at Josai University Educational the results of their studies, followed by a lively principles on the basis of democracy, the rule of Corporation’s Kioicho Campus in Tokyo on Feb. exchange of opinions with participants regard- law, human rights, liberty and a market econo- 3. Continually improving the quality of our educational programs, in ▶▶ Wellness initiative gives back 22. About 70 people, including Ministry of For- ing the “The Origins of Current Migration Cri- my. Japan and the V4 are also enhancing their collaboration with local and international communities eign Affairs officials, representatives from the ses,” “Policies of V4 Countries Migration Issues” cooperation in the areas of security, the econ- 4. Improving our research capabilities and promoting innovation to community embassies of more than 16 countries in Japan, and “Migration Issues from Japan’s Perspective.” omy, science and technology and innovation. 5. Enriching the campus environment through internationalization and university researchers, media representatives, The percentage of Polish people among The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has held various networking specialists and students, took part. the population of foreigners in the U.K. has seminars on topics such as the economy, the JU Corner 6. Establishing a stronger university governance system to support This is the fifth time Josai University Educa- increased recently, and Brexit has created in- environment, development cooperation and the dynamic development of teaching, research and contributions Page 4 tional Corporation has hosted this seminar for stability. It was pointed out that under these energy efficiency for the V4 plus Japan. to the community the V4 countries of the Czech Republic, Hun- circumstances, European countries, which are Josai University actively promotes inter- gary, Poland and Slovakia. At the suggestion of sending immigrants, are generating political national exchanges with various universities 7. Strengthening the impact of our communication capabilities and ▶▶ Background and profile of JU social presence Poland, currently the V4 president, the theme protests in the countries accepting them. More- around the world, based on its medium-term president of this year’s seminar was immigration issues. over, the Central and East European countries goal of strengthening international exchange About Josai University Educational Corporation’s Medium-Term Goals At the start of the seminar, Motoyuki Ono, see migrants entering Europe as immigrants, activities for the purpose of developing global The Josai University Educational Corporation Medium-Term Goals (2016-2020) are com- chancellor ad interim of Josai University Edu- not as refugees, meaning they are not in the po- human resources. In particular, Josai University prised of seven “J-Visions.” These seven visions are inter-related, multiplying their synergism, ▶▶ Cheerleaders gain exposure cational Corporation, gave an opening speech, sition to be officially accepted as they are seen is strengthening educational exchanges with the to further our commitment to becoming a leading university in Japan, Asia and the world. followed by Motome Takisawa, parliamentary as “illegal immigrants.” This overlaps in many Central European region. Currently, 43 students The corporation established Josai University in 1965, and it celebrated its 50th anniver- at Saitama events vice minister for foreign affairs, who spoke on ways with Japan’s situation and policies. Given from the V4 countries are studying at Josai Uni- sary in 2015. Josai International University was established in 1992, and will celebrate its behalf of the government. Subsequently, Piotr these factors, this seminar was very significant. versity and Josai International University. The 25th anniversary in 2017. We are determined to bring to bear all of our mental energies, capabilities, accumulated knowledge and experience on the tasks that will define our future. Szostak, charge d’affaires ad interim of the Pol- What is the V4 and what is its relationship Hungarian, Polish, and Czech languages are ish embassy in Tokyo, spoke. Szostak stated that with Josai University? also taught at the universities.

PAGE: 1 2 JIU TIMES SPRING 2017 Scene on Campus Coaches bring wealth of Welcome for new students by JIU Times

An entrance ceremony for 1,447 students, in- experience to Josai athletes cluding 233 foreign students from 19 countries, was held at Josai International University’s To- gane Campus in Chiba Prefecture on April 2. by Mutsuo Nakamura Coach Otsuka joined JIU in 2000 and led “We would like you to have ability to live and Admissions Office his team to the All-Japan Collegiate Women’s work in an international environment, as well Ekiden Championship in 2002. Since then, as acquire the mentality of contributing to the Soccer team his team participated in the competition for local community, and be a successful person In March, Satoru Fukui was appointed as 10 consectuive years, finishing third in 2005. in whatever you do in the world,” JIU President head coach of Josai International University’s This, in addition to JIU’s sister university Kenji Sugibayashi said to the new students at soccer team. In his distinguished career, coach Josai University’s two victories in the same Masami Otsuka the Sports Culture Center during the ceremony. Fukui held leading positions in the Japan Foot- championship, has made Josai’s women’s Representing the new students, Ichiho ball Association’s National Training Center and ekiden teams well known around the coun- solid team to get seeded for the upcoming Uchiyama of the Faculty of Nursing said, “We technical committee. With FC Tokyo, he served try. championship. I train my athletes to become will work hard to become people who will be as training director who fostered professional Currently, the JIU team has 11 members, independent learners for future success,” said successful in an international arena. Please footballers and coaches. He holds the highest- including two freshmen. “I intend to build a Otsuka. give us strong guidance.” level JFA class S coaching license and is an ac- claimed football theorist. Junior soccer tournament fosters friendship Growth opportunities, bright future for graduates Under Fukui are 90 managers and players, including 17 freshmen. The team’s current aim Satoru Fukui by Mutsuo Nakamura to compete for the Kawabuchi Saburo Cup. by Mideki Fernando tionships with others.” is to be promoted to the second division of the Admissions Office In the opening ceremony, the young play- Department of International Exchange “By taking part in local tourism projects, Kanto College Football League. For this to hap- Management and Information Sciences has ers listened intently to the former President Studies studying abroad and internships, I was able pen, the JIU team will need to win the Chiba been the head coach of JIU’s women’s ekiden On Feb. 18, the fourth Josai Interna- of the Japan Football Association Saburo to overcome the difficult job hunting process. Prefectural College Football League and ad- team for more than a decade. tional University Kawabuchi Saburo Junior Kawabuchi’s words of encouragement: “The On March 15, JIU held its graduation cer- From now on I would like to cooperate with vance to the finals of the Kanto College Football In his college days at Nippon Sport Sci- Soccer Tournament was held at JIU’s Prince secret to becoming a good soccer player is to emony for the students of the class of 2016 at others, just like I did in my university days, Championship. ence University, Otsuka participated in the Takamado Memorial Sports Park. enjoy playing it while polishing your strong its Togane Campus continuing to have a positive attitude in up- “I expect my players to think and act inde- Tokyo-Hakone Round-Trip College Ekiden This event was held to foster the sound skills. I hope you’ll enjoy every game with At the ceremony, President Hakuo Yanag- coming challenges, and growing as a human pendently in every game; they have the poten- Race every year. He gained fame for setting growth of young people who will lead the your friends today.” isawa gave a farewell address saying: “You being who can contribute to society,” said tial to produce amazing results,” Fukui said. records in the sections he ran. His records next generation, promote friendship and In this tournament, FC Friends, last year’s have been studying hard under the spiritual Kurumi Hagihara, of the Faculty of Tourism, in the second and eighth sections were es- exchange, while helping to develop soccer runner-up, won the Kawabuchi Saburo Cup. legacy of the founder, Mikio Mizuta, follow- speaking on behalf of her fellow graduates. Women’s ekiden team pecially formidable as they stood for more in the local community. This year, fifteen Yokoshiba FC placed second and FC Wing ing his policy of ‘Character Building through Many distinguished guests, family and Professor Masami Otsuka of the Faculty of than 10 years. teams of boys from the Sanbu area gathered and Mizuho FC shared third place. Learning.’ I expect that you will prove true friends attended the ceremony to share in real worth in confidence when you go out the students’ success and congratulate them. into society. Even in a new environment, I We wish all of our graduates success in their hope you will build wonderful human rela- future studies and careers.

Josai: A History 1965 Jan 25 Founding of Josai University Educational Corporation approved (First Chancellor: Mikio Mizuta)  Apr 1 Josai University with the Faculty of Economics, including the Department of Economics, and the Faculty of Science, including the Department of Mathematics and the Department of Chemistry, opened. First JU President is Mikio Mizuta 1971 Apr 1 Department of Business Administration in the Faculty of Economics of Josai University Students kick off job opened 1973 Apr 1 Josai University: Departments of Pharmaceutical Sciences and of Pharmaceutical Technochemistry in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences opened hunting activities 1976 Dec 27 Seiko Mizuta appointed second Chancellor of the Corporation 1977 Apr 1 Josai University: M.A. degree program inaugurated in the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences by JIU Times 1978 Apr 1 Josai University: M.A. degree in Economic Policy established in the Graduate School of Economics 1979 Mar 25 Mizuta Museum of Art of Josai University opened An annual job search event was held on Apr 1 Josai University: Ph.D. program established in Pharmaceutical Sciences 1983 Apr 1 Josai Women's Junior College opened Majors in Administration and Secretarial Services March 13 at a hotel in Makuhari, Chiba Pre- in the Department of Business Administration, and in Japanese Literature and English & fecture. The annual hiring season in Japan for American Literature in the Department of Literature 1985 Apr 1 Center for Inter-Cultural Studies and Education established new college graduates this year will kick off 1987 Apr 1 Major courses at the JU Women's Junior College (Major course in Japanese Literature, on June 1, with unofficial early job offers to be Major course in English Literature) opened 1989 Apr 1 Major courses at the JU Women's Junior College (Major course in Administration, Major extended to job candidates starting from Oct. course in Secretarial Services) opened 1. Compared with the “employment ice age,” 1990 Apr 1 Josai University: Japanese Studies Program established. Major courses in Japanese Culture and Japanese Language which was an extremely difficult time for col- 1992 Mar 10 Completion ceremony of construction work for Josai International University 1994 Apr 1 Dr. Noriko Mizuta appointed President of Josai University lege students to find jobs, employment condi- 1996 Apr 1 Dr. Noriko Mizuta appointed President of Josai International University Josai International tions in Japan have improved, but it is still not University: Departments of Welfare and Culture, and of International Exchange Studies in the Faculty of Humanities opened M.A. degrees in Inter-Cultural Studies and in Women’s easy to find a job. Studies established in the Graduate School of Humanities Human resources officials from 240 compa- 1998 Apr 1 Josai International University: Ph.D. in Comparative Culture, (Graduate School of Humanities), MBA . in Management of Entrepreneurial Ventures (Graduate School of nies, including those in pharmaceutical and Management and Information Sciences) and Affiliated Preparatory Courses in Japanese welfare-related businesses, assembled for the Culture and Japanese Language (Japanese Studies Program) established Josai University: M.A. in Mathematics (Graduate School of Sciences) and M.S. in Medical conference, meeting with about 700 candi- Pharmacy (Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences) established dates that became seniors in April. The stu- 1999 Apr 1 Josai International University: Departments of International Management Studies and of Information for Welfare and Environment established in the Faculty of Management and dents were from seven faculties: social work Information Sciences studies; social and environmental studies; 2000 Apr 1 Josai International University: Ph.D. in Management of Entrepreneurial Ventures (Graduate School of Management and Information Sciences) established management & information sciences; media 2001 Apr 1 Josai International University: Department of Service Management Systems (Faculty of Management and Information Sciences), Department of Media & Culture Studies (Faculty of studies; international humanities; tourism; Humanities), Special Course in Business and Information Science (Japanese Studies Program) and pharmaceutical sciences. established Josai University: Department of Medical Nutrition (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences) established Josai Women’s Junior College: Departments of Management and Every year at the employment event, about Information Administration and of Contemporary Culture opened (reorganized) 20 to 30 students receive informal offers of 2002 Apr 1 Josai International University: M.A. in Welfare and Social Studies (Graduate School of Humanities), MBA in International Administration established lace of Mikio Mizuta as a employment. project to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the foundation of Josai University In an opening speech at the event, Josai 2003 Jan 25 Restoration of Mikio Mizuta’s birthplace completed, as Josai University's 40th anniversary project University Educational Corp. Chancellor ad Apr 1 Josai University: MBA in Business Innovation (Graduate School of Business interim Motoyuki Ono said: “JIU has been en- Administration) established 2004 Apr 1 Josai University: Department of Management Studies (Faculty of Business gaged in a constant effort to develop human Administration), M.A. in Material Science (Graduate School of Sciences) established Josai resources with the capabilities of making ma- International University: Department of Medical Pharmacy (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences), Departments of Culture and Social Work Studies, and of Management and jor contributions in a wide variety of business Social Work Studies (Faculty of Social Work Studies) established Apr 10 Kyonan Seminar House completed fields. I believe those capabilities will be fully Apr 19 Josai Awa Learning Center completed utilized at your companies and organizations.” May 27 Noriko Mizuta takes office as Chancellor of Josai University Educational Corporation 2005 Jan 21 Josai University Educational Corporation Tokyo Kioicho Campus Building completed At the booths arranged for meetings be- Apr 1 International Center for the Promotion of Arts and Sciences (JICPAS) established Josai tween students and company officials, many University: M.A. in Medical Nutrition (Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences) established Josai International University: Department of Management Science (Faculty students could be seen enthusiastically asking of Management and Information Sciences) reorganized; Department of Media and questions and taking notes. Information (Faculty of Media Studies), Business Design Program (Graduate School of Business Design, and Welfare and Social Studies Program (Graduate School of Social Work Studies) established Apr 19 Medicinal Plant Garden (Otaki City) opened 2006 Apr 1 Josai University: Department of Social and Economic Systems (Faculty of Contemporary Publications from the University Press Policy Studies), Departments of Pharmaceutical Sciences six-year and four-year JIU’s mission: Character building through learning programs (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences) established Josai Base College: Department of Business Studies established Josai International University: Department By Josai International Center for the The press also published two books in of Wellness Tourism (Faculty of Tourism), Department of Medical Pharmacy six-year JIU prides itself on its youthful development of the abilities to take Promotion of Art & Sciences (JICPAS) program (Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences) inaugurated the field of media: “Movie Lecture” by Ma- 2007 Apr 1 Josai International University: Department of Social Work Studies (Faculty of Social Work ambition and energy, on its the initiative in their endeavors. sahiro Shinoda, a research professor at JIU, Studies) reorganized Oct 25 Josai University Educational Corporation Tokyo Kioicho Campus Building No. 2 opened commitment to forming the The first of these three Josai University Educational Corporation and “Media Representations of the Taisho 2008 Feb 15 Makuhari Campus opened characters of young people with programs, “field training,” was first University Press published The Wit and Wis- Democratic Dream” by Kenji Suzuki, a visit- Apr 1 Josai International University: Department of Inter-Cultural Studies and Department of International Exchange Studies opened in the Faculty of International Humanities dreams and noble visions of introduced in Japan by JIU and dom of Dr. Mahathir Mohamad. Dr. Mahathir ing professor at JIU. 2009 Jun 30 Statement issued announcing the opening of the Department of Social and Environmental working for the benefit of both includes a variety of internships is a former prime minister of Malaysia. On Studies in the Faculty of Social and Environmental Studies 2010 Apr 1 Josai International University: Department of Social and Environmental Studies opened in local and international and on-the-job training. The May 21, 2015, Josai University Educational the Faculty of Social and Environmental Studies Corporation invited him to give a keynote Apr 16 Ceremony to mark the 45th anniversary of the foundation of Josai University Educational communities. The university is second program is “project Corporation guided by the spiritual legacy of its training,” in which students lecture titled “Enhancing Knowledge for 2011 Apr 1 Course in Visual Arts established in the Faculty of Media Studiey, Josai International University Peace: A Message to Future Leaders & Glob- Apr Josai University Educational Corporation Tokyo Kioicho Campus Building No. 4 opened founder, a mission of “character undertake various projects that Jul 22 Josai University Educational Corporation Center for Innovation established building through learning,” in they have conceived and planned al Citizens” at the Tokyo Kioicho Campus as Oct Josai University Educational Corporation Center for Graduate Studies established part of Josai’s 50th anniversary celebrations. Dec 9 Josai University Mizuta Museum of Art (premises) opened helping students to make on their own. The third is “career 2012 Apr 1 Josai University Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmacy Graduate Course Pharmacy Specialty (latter doctoral course) and Pharmacy Specialty (doctoral themselves responsible individuals education,” in which students course) established Josai International University Graduate School of Pharmaceutical and members of society at large. choose their future occupations Sciences Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (doctoral course) established Josai International University Faculty of Nursing, Department of Nursing established JIU provides much more than and start to prepare for their Apr 28 Ceremony to mark the 20th anniversary of the foundation of Josai International University specialized and liberal education in careers by developing their own JIU TIMES May 22 Josai International University Prince Takamado Memorial Sports Park completed Staff and Contributors 2013 Apr 1 Josai International University: Master’s degree program in International Administration the classroom. The university also capabilities. established in the Graduate School of International Administration, and master’s degree Andrew Horvat Maria Shiguemi Ichiyama program in Global Communications established in the Graduate School of Humanities offers three practical training Through these and other training Apr 12 Josai University Educational Corporation Tokyo Kioicho Campus Building No. 3 opened programs that focus on the use of and education programs, JIU helps Hideo Usuki Tim Woolstencroft Nov 21 Institute for Central European Studies established 2015 Feb 12 Josai University Educational Corporation Tokyo Kioicho Campus Building No. 5 opened foreign language and information students to find their mission in life May 21 Josai Center for ASEAN Studies established processing skills for planning and and offers them solid support with The Japan Times, Ltd. 2016 Sept 1 Akira Shirahata appointed President of Josai University 2017 Mar 28 The Mizuta Mikio Memorial Hall, the new building for the Faculty of Pharmacy and implementation, and on the specific preparation and training. 1 Gumyo, Togane-shi, Chiba 4-5-4 Shibaura, Minato-ku, Tokyo Pharmaceutical Sciences opened http://www.jiu.ac.jp http://www.japantimes.co.jp 2017 Apr 1 Kenji Sugibayashi appointed President of Josai International University

PAGE: 2 JIU TIMES SPRING 2017 3 Views from Abroad Wellness Let’s exchange! | Vol. 1 course teaches by Aliz Bartha Himeji and Hiroshima. We learned about for global business is English. It serves as in nearby prefectures. One of my favorites familiarize myself with the culture and the those two places in class and our profes- a great way to break national boundaries. so far has been Kamakura. It is a town about language as I plan to become a translator I received the sors gave us some extra information about Private English schools can be found ev- an hour away by train from Tokyo. after graduating from my home institution. locals health Jinzai Scholar- Himeji Castle, the Hiroshima Atomic Bomb erywhere on the streets of Japan. Classes From 1192 to 1333 Kamakura was the Last month, I was granted with an op- ship from Josai Dome, the Peace Museum and Peace Park. here are mostly attended by children, start- seat of the Kamakura shogunate. portunity to work at The Japan Times as an by JIU Times International This information was both useful and ing as young as two years old. Moreover, Today the city of Kamakura is mostly intern. As I was sure that this chance could University in the memorable. English has been the number one foreign known for its many temples and for the great easily prove to be an invaluable experience, Since 2006, Josai International University summer of 2016. Besides the classes that were useful for language in Japan since the Meiji Period statue of Amida Buddha (Daibutsu). I signed up for it right away. has been offering health-related academic This scholarship traveling, there are many interesting ones (1868). Getting to every On my first day, after I struggled my way programs — dubbed Senior Wellness Univer- is very useful for available. At the beginning of the fall semes- I have been in Japan for almost five single place worth through the usual rush of the morning traf- sity and headed by Masami Otsuka — mainly me. When I came ter we can select classes from a variety of months now and what I found different seeing in Kamak- fic, a friendly and professional team greeted targeting local residents. This is because of a here I wanted to Aliz Bartha global college classes that the teachers are in their culture is the approach to learn- ura in one day is me. After a quick tour around the office, I belief that one of a university’s roles is to pro- learn Japanese teaching in English. In these classes the stu- ing a language. I have been discussing this impossible, there- jumped headfirst into writing the hotel col- vide solutions to problems and issues unique language and history because I had studied dents get a chance to develop their knowl- with English teachers at JIU, while I was fore I would like umns, which remained my responsibility to its local community, based on outcomes them at my home university, the University edge of English on the themes they want to attending the English Club. The club was to recommend until the very end of my internship. of educational and research programs in re- of Debrecen in Hungary. I also love Japa- study. And in these classes, Japanese and designed to give everyone the opportunity two temples and At first, I had some difficulties in trans- lation to health and sports, as well as a wide nese culture, architectural tradition and lit- exchange students can communicate and to practice English with overseas students. one Shinto shrine lating the Japanese press releases into variety of intellectual and human resources erature in addition to the language and his- learn together. I was also able to sign up to English men- that I enjoyed the English, but the more time I spent at work, in health and welfare issues. Czekala Gabriela tory. Thanks to JIU, I was able to learn about All in all, I believe I had a great oppor- toring classes, where I became a teacher. most. First would the less difficult the task felt. By the end The program is a two-year course, with the these firsthand. tunity to learn more about my favorite sub- Recently, I had the opportunity to practice be the Kotoku-in Temple. It is a Buddhist of February I could easily decipher lon- first year offering a basic course for health Between the fall and spring semester I jects and I can utilize this knowledge in real English with Japanese children from two to temple of the Jodo-shu sect and it is where ger sentences (especially about hanami and physical training, with physical exercise had a chance to travel, learning some new situations. 14 years old. I also had time to talk with the Daibutsu can be found. The statue is cherry-blossom viewing and strawberries) and in-class lectures. Classes include teach- things about Japan and Japanese culture Japanese people who had no experience very impressive and for a small price one without having to look up the kanji, or use ing physical exercises that are easy to do at and practicing the language outside the by Dominika Izdebska speaking English. Talking with professors can go inside of it. The second temple that translation programs. home to prevent lifestyle-related diseases, as university. I tried to visit some famous and of JIU, such as Kensaku Hogen (who is a I would like to recommend is Kencho-ji It was an amaz- well as in-class lectures on diet and prevent- historical places like Sendai, Kyoto, Himeji My name is Dominika Izdebska and I am former ambassador to Canada) helped me Temple. It is a Rinzai Zen temple and the ing experience to ing age-related illness. and Hiroshima. an exchange student at Josai International to see the perspectives of older people as oldest Zen training monastery in Japan. be part of such a In the second year, the practical course In Sendai I visited the mausoleum of University in Tokyo. My home country is well. All these opportunities helped me Kencho-ji consists of many interesting kind and welcom- for health and physical training features Date Masamune and Aoba Castle. These Poland, where I major in Japanese studies understand aspects of Japanese culture, buildings, as well as gardens, and it even ing environment. yoga and aerobics, lessons on how to make are the most visited places in Sendai and at the Polish-Japanese Academy of Informa- and prepare myself to be a better English has a hiking trail. The grounds are vast and Even though I was the best use of physical training facilities and the city has a bus that takes visitors to vari- tion Technology. teacher. beautiful. much slower than how to be a leader in wellness-related issues. ous sightseeing spots. On these buses the However, I have Today, it is often said that Japanese are Finally, the last place I would like to rec- they were, my col- In both years, a total of 26 sessions will be of- drivers provide some information about lived few years in not able to speak English, so there is no use ommend is Zeniarai Benzaiten leagues remained fered, with 13 sessions each for the first and the various places in Japanese, and I was England where in trying. I strongly disagree with this state- Ugafuku Jinja. It is a truly magical place patient and treat- Istvan Rasa second semesters. The first semester opens very happy because I could understand I worked and ment, seeing so much passion and poten- — a shrine completely surrounded by high ed me with re- in April and the second in September. Josai almost everything. Not only could I un- studied in cities tial in my Japanese students. I believe that I rock walls. Inside, there are various interest- spect. I could turn to them with my questions, International University faculty members derstand the driver, I could also under- such as London could help in achieving higher levels in Eng- ing spots, the most fascinating one being a even if they were busy. They even treated me and outside instructors conduct the lectures. stand a short film about Date and his fam- and Oxford. This lish among Japanese. I always dreamed of stream in a cave that is believed to multiply to a lunch at the company cafeteria. The aim of the programs is to offer an op- ily. In Kyoto I also had some guided tours has helped me being a teacher and JIU is the place where I the money washed in it. I am immensely grateful to JIU for grant- portunity to enjoy physical exercise through and films in Japanese, including some on become fluent in have begun to make my dream come true. ing me this chance. The past month was a sports and athletic activities, learn about Dominika Izdebska the history of Shinsengumi in the Yagitei. English. As I plan by Istvan Rasa wonderful experience, and it showed me physical exercises and related nutrition and I could also recognize some kanji in the to become a language teacher, I was really by Czekala Gabriela just how nice working in a Japanese office pharmaceutical products, develop leaders for texts at the museums that I didn’t know grateful for the opportunity to teach English My name is Istvan Rasa and I am an environment really could be. I sincerely other health and sports programs and sup- before I came to Josai International Uni- at Josai. At the same time, I started to do re- During my studies at Josai International English major from Hungary. Currently I’m hope that my time at The Japan Times was port participants in earning qualification cer- versity. When I was traveling, JIU’s Japa- search about English education in Japan. University I had the opportunity to visit studying at Josai International University beneficial not only for me, but for the com- tificates. Program participants are eligible to nese classes helped me a lot, especially in Nowadays, the most common language many interesting places, both in Tokyo and as an exchange student. I came to Japan to pany as well. take academic classes offered to earn credits, as well as use the university facilities. Business presentation contest

by Lewandowski Piotr, Faculty of propose solutions, using knowledge gained at Management and Information Sciences Affairs the university. Volunteer juniors and seniors participated, giving high-quality presentations. On Feb. 23, Baroque Japan Ltd. (Tokyo) held The first speech addressed visual marketing. a business presentation contest for its AZUL Students emphasized, among other things, the by moussy clothing line, in which the students importance of appropriate customer service. from the Faculty of Management and Informa- The second talk was an analysis and study of tion Sciences participated. brand image that was based on questionnaires As part of a comprehensive agreement on from representatives of the young generation. industry-university cooperation, students pre- The last presentation offered a proposal for sented business proposals for the first time. The entering China and gave the results of a survey presentations covered various topics, including on clothing purchases by university students in marketing, branding and overseas sales. Japan, Korea and China. This final presentation, The purpose of the contest was to explore given by Yuki Iizuka, Lee Hwansol and Shiori the challenges that the company is facing and Tsuchiya, was chosen as the best of the evening.

KAMOGAWA CORNER The 4th Mizuta Junior High School Baseball Tournament

by Faculty of Tourism

On March 11 and 12, the fourth Mizuta Junior High School Baseball Tournament took place between 12 teams from 15 ju- nior high schools. Hiromichi Ishige, chair- supported us.” becoming the tournament champions for man of the tournament, called on the The league games were held on the the first time with a 6-0 win. teams to “show fully the results of daily first day of the tournament by placing the In closing, Ishige encouraged all the training.” teams into one of four groups, and the teams, saying: “I’m sure that training and Sanshiro Hasegawa, a player from knockout round games were held on the playing baseball with your teammates will Awa-Higashi Junior High School, gave the second day. Narashino Dai Ni Junior High bring many benefits. You can learn a lot opening pledge, saying, “We will play our School and a combined team from Shimo- from playing baseball so I hope you will best for our families, teachers, teammates fusa, Taiei and Azuma junior high schools continue to play the game while you study and the people of the district who have played in the final, with Narashino Dai Ni hard.”

to learn about nature, history and culture of and snacks. The summary of explanation was: KAMOGAWA Mine Okabayashi. They have been restoring “Mizuta nurtured sensibility in this area with the road with cherry blossom trees and dis- rich nature. He went to school by walking a CORNER cussing the environment with local residents. rough mountain path everyday, and studied The 11th cherry-blossom Participants started the approximately 12 hard. He thought deeply about the future of km walk from the Awa Campus to the des- Japan in global dynamics.” festival and Mineoka central tination, the house that is the birthplace of A Vietnamese international student who forest road walk professor Mikio Mizuta, the founder of Josai participated the walk said: “In Vietnam, peo- International University. Although most of the ple use motorcycles everywhere, so walking by Faculty of Tourism of Josai International cherry blossoms were still buds, the weather this much distance was a rare experience for University was mild as if announcing the time of full me. Though I feel a bit tired, it was a nice ex- blooms is just around the corner. The partici- perience. Through such events, I would like to On April 4, the 11th cherry-blossom festi- pants enjoyed the rich nature of the Kamoga- make many Japanese friends.” val and Mineoka central forest road walk took wa River with refreshing weather on the day. place, with students of the Faculty of Tourism Faculty of Tourism sophomores and ju- and area residents participating. There were niors acted as tour guides for participants on about 150 participants in total, with a majority the way. They explained about statues with of the students being freshmen. plaques, monuments with poems and other The Faculty of Tourism has launched the items of interest. “Mine Okabayashi Road Cherry Blossom At the birthplace of Mizuta, participants Reconstruction Project” enabling students learned about the house while enjoying tea

PAGE: 3 4 JIU TIMES SPRING 2017 JU Corner President sees international MIZUTA MIKIO MEMORIAL HALL benefits from local activities by JIU Times relationships with about 160 sister schools around the world, including those in Eastern Josai University President Akira Shirahata Europe and Southeast Asia. said being a local university makes JU an in- The fact that JU has five faculties gives JU ternational one by offering foreign students an advantage because it allows students to in- experiences only a local school could provide. teract with many different kinds of people, he “A strong connection with the local com- said, adding that interactions with people of munity leads to globalism,” Shirahata said at different disciplines helps to foster innovation. the university’s Kioicho Campus in Tokyo’s JU focuses on educating its students to Chiyoda Ward on March 7. For example, JU challenge themselves because society now students are involved in running a neighbor- requires people who are up to challenges hood festival, which is a wonderful experi- and adapt to any unexpected situations, as ence for exchange students, he said. opposed to those who do what they are told Local universities in other countries also to do in companies, he said. need to be creative to lure foreign students and be global in competing with universities Shirahata biography in urban areas, as does JU, the main campus After graduating from the University of of which is in Sakado, Saitama Prefecture. Tokyo’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, JU students are able to have great experi- Shirahata finished his doctorate in pharma- ences at the University of Burgundy, where ceutical science at the same university. He they go for a short stay to learn local history then worked for two years until September and help make wine, he added. side campus, including internships,” he said. 1985 as a post-doctoral fellow at Pennsylva- “Local community requests to avail them- Regarding foreign students, Shirahata feels nia State University College of Medicine. selves of intellectual resources that universi- they are very active and willing to learn as He became an assistant professor at Josai ties have are increasing and these present many things as possible. University’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sci- a good way for universities to contribute to “Young Japanese people will have a hard ences in October 1985, becoming a professor Josai University board members, teachers and invited guests took a tour their communities. Additionally, student time competing with” foreign students of in April 2001 and the head of the faculty in of the Mizuta Mikio Memorial Hall on education inside classrooms is not enough; similar ages, he said. April 2003, vice president of Josai University March 28, on which the hall’s opening we should offer opportunities to learn out- JU and Josai International University have in April 2008 and president in September. ceremony was held. Some 400 people who attended the ceremony took the tour and saw the Founder’s Room, the Auditorium and other facilities. The Auditorium has a simultaneous interpretation system and holds 140 people. The Founder’s Room has a statue of founder Mikio Mizuta and other items related to him and the history of the university.

Cheering groups perform at Saitama Cycle Expo

Translation by Agnes Torok, ber of the Saitama Prefectural Assembly. member. She is the first female leader in the Faculty of Contemporary Policy Studies They performed on the morning of Feb. 26 history of Josai University, and her debut as a at the opening ceremony of Saitama Quiz captain was at the event. “It was an honor to On Feb. 25 and 26, the Cheering Squad, King Competition, an event at the same make my first performance as leader in Saita- led by Yumi Masuda, together with the venue. The Cheerleader Club delivered a ma Super Arena in front of such a welcoming Cheerleader Club, captained by Nami Ka- dynamic dance performance. Joined by Ma- audience. I think we managed to show the washima, performed at Saitama Cycle Expo suda, and the rest of the cheering squad, they crowd how energetic Josai University is. We 2017, the biggest domestic bicycle-related performed a cheer and the school anthem, will do our best to support the sportsmen of event, at Saitama Super Arena in Saitama with the crowd giving them a big round of our university,” Masuda said. Prefecture. applause. “I`m glad we could give a flawless perfor- The performance was made possible Masuda fulfilled the role of cheering mance. We will continue to deliver energy, thanks to the recommendation of Josai Uni- squad leader in high school, and entered the bravery and smiles to our audience,” Ka- versity graduate Takashi Kinoshita, a mem- university Cheering Club as the only female washima added. Professor Yumi Narasawa receives The Japan Academy Prize

Translation by Agnes Torok, Faculty of Contemporary Policy Studies

Professor Yumi Narasawa of Josai Univer- sity’s Faculty of Contemporary Policy Stud- ies was elected as one of the recipients of the Japan Academy Prize. The award ceremony takes place in June at The Japan Academy in Ueno, Tokyo. The Japan Academy Prize is awarded to individuals who authored outstanding aca- demic papers or books, or achieved notable research landmarks. The award ceremony has been held every year since the Meiji Era, of Contemporary Policy Studies. In April, she of the various shapes, materials, standards, making this year’s ceremony the 107th. was promoted from associate professor to ornaments and designs. Narasawa graduated from Tokyo Univer- professor. Her area of expertise is art history, Her research received the following valu- sity’s Faculty of Letters in 1989. In 1992, she archeology and the church altars of Southern ation: “Altars are vital elements to the Catho- completed graduate work at the School of France. She was awarded the Japan Academy lic liturgy, but as it is considered a subdued Humanities of the same university. Addi- Prize for systematically categorizing the types form of art, it has not been properly re- tionally, in 2008, she completed the Gradu- of altars. searched until now. Professor Narasawa`s ate School of Human Sciences at France’s The main area of her research was South- work about a disappearing art form is valu- Aix-Marseille University. Among other ern Gallia, a province on the coast of the able on an international level as well.” things, she was an assistant professor at Mediterranean Sea. Researching 454 altars in Narasawa said, “I want to encourage oth- Tokyo University and from May 2016 was a three regions, she visited approximately 200 ers to use my work as a base and continue visiting professor at Josai University’s Faculty places and conducted detailed examinations researching.”

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