Academics

Cultivating problem solving skills through a wide breadth of Buddhist education and research on the developments and style of the Jodo sect and on the ideas and culture of Buddhism in India, China and Japan.

Acquire specialized knowledge in Japanese literature, linguistics and calligraphy. Along with carrying out instruction and research that values the importance of experiencing the best works of literature, we have established a program to assist with students' path after graduation.

Master practical Chinese through a comprehensive linguistics education. A notable feature of the course is that it allows students to study abroad for an entire year at Jilin University in China and still graduate in four years.

Our professors have prepared excellent teachings and research specializing in each field of the language, from literature (English and American) to linguistics, and English language teaching.

We established four courses: Japanese history, Eastern history, Western history and Kyoto studies. Research is carried out centered on a body of historical literature. Pass through this course framework and expand your historical world view.

We established a four course program of Kyoto studies in archaeology, geography, ethnology & cultural anthropology, and the cultural arts. Courses also include field work utilizing the geographical advantages of ancient Kyoto.

Starting with elementary and pre-schools, we produce real results when it comes to developing educators. With opportunities for actual training set up on site, instruction is carried out that cultivates practical skills and fundamentals based on theory.

We seek to educate kindergarten and nursery teachers who are capable of meeting modern childcare needs. With a curriculum that carefully balances theory and practice, and with close attention from staff via a system of small classes, we aid our students in the realization of their dream of becoming childcare workers.

A small group of deeply experienced clinical psychologists and qualified experts have developed a precise curriculum to practice medicine. While supporting the interests of each individual, we cultivate the skills to approach the human mind.

A course established to deal with culture and internationalization, shared and clinical sociology, the media and more. From among the various issues troubling society, select and research a topic that interests and concerns you.

Lecturing on topics related to environmental and regional policies. While placing importance regarding on-site studies including fieldwork and more, we develop the skills to consider and implement policies that deal with regional social issues head on.

We provide three specialized training courses in social services to meet students' desired path after graduation. With half a century of history, we produce many graduates in social services, child care and medical fields.

Placing emphasis on studies in the fundamentals of medicine, we have developed curriculum on the latest in physical therapy based on the demands of the era and the region. We cultivate physical therapists who have mastered the techniques and specialized knowledge of the field.

We develop a complete training curriculum every year. Additionally, we lecture not just about hospitals, but also study specialized knowledge to vitalize the regional society. We raise occupational therapists that can demonstrate cooperation as a member of the medical team.

We give warm guidance through a small-class structure of 65 people in each academic year. Through an education that utilizes the advantages of a comprehensive university and abundant facilities, we aim to cultivate nurses with reliable clinical and practical skills who can provide holistic care.