Nobody can live apart from society.
Prof. Shin Takahashi
We will start from the reality that we are all members of society. Then, we will elucidate real society and discuss how we can create a better society, using the study of economics as a tool.
Learn from the local community, connect with others, learn from them, and be active with them
Prof. Michio Matsuda
Students will meet people who live diverse lifestyles and conduct diverse productive activities in various locations, provide venues for people to come together, and experience community activities. In this way, they will experience vibrant connections with others and extend themselves through those connections.
Natural phenomena as themes
Assoc. Prof. Tae Toba
Students will conduct surveys and research on themes such as plants and animals living in the countryside and urban areas, weather phenomena such as global warming and heat islands, environmental conservation, and tree-planting.
No respect no understanding!
Assoc. Prof. Jeongbae Oh
Students will learn both the difficulties and the enjoyment of cross-cultural communication through discussions about the major topics of cross-cultural understanding, exchange projects, and participation in the international exchange programs.
Communicate the charms of the regions through mascot characters
Prof. Kotaro Akizuki
Japan has an almost uncountable number of local mascot characters. However, only a very few of them have gained significant popularity. Students will consider how they can communicate the charms of a region through practical activities, such as participating in local events and collaborating with local businesses, based on the mascot character research.