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Integrated Arts and Human Sciences Program

Philosophy and Goals of Education and Research

Human Resource Development Objectives

Contribute to creating new value, culture, and society as an institute that trains highly skilled professionals who can achieve well-being of “humans” and “the earth” based on a deep understanding of cultural diversity.

Ideal Graduate Profile

Persons who can create new value, culture, and society by possessing basic skills in a wide range of fields and advanced specialized knowledge in various fields related to humanities and arts, with high ethical standards, abundant creativity, and a multifaceted viewpoint that cuts across disciplines.

Features of the Integrated Arts and Human Sciences Program

Main Research Fields

  • History and Culture

    Empirical research is conducted in four areas of expertise to investigate the nature of historical events in Japan and the rest of the world and establish the historical awareness needed in modern society. Japanese History focuses on deciphering historical documents and other primary sources; East Asian History examines the regions of East Asia; Western History explores areas influenced by European and American culture from a broad perspective; and Archaeology investigates past culture and social background based on clues from ruins and relics. Each field aims to deepen and systematize specialized research.

  • Human Geography

    Research is conducted to investigate various geographical phenomena from both theoretical and empirical research to analyze modern society from a spatial perspective. In addition to intensive research centered on fieldwork, new methods are also utilized in empirical research, such as using geographic information systems to analyze obtained data.

  • British and American Language and Culture

    Main activities for research on the British and American Language and Culture are detailed reading and analysis of literary works and other various texts based on British and American civic culture and popular culture traditions, and critical theory. Through these activities, aim to increase skills in analyzing, interpreting, and describing diverse cultural phenomena and linguistic characteristics.

  • Art and Design

    Investigate diverse forms of artistic expression that have been developed by humanity from ancient times to the present day, such as painting, three-dimensional art, and media art. Acquire and improve those expressive techniques and conduct specialized research that leads to the development and deployment of modeling expression based on multidisciplinary deployment of those expressive techniques, comprehensive and specialized perspectives related to modeling technique theory, and creative abilities based on logic.

  • Crafts

    Deepen understanding of craft techniques related to materials such as metal, lacquer, and wood, and develop high-level skills and insight to link Japan’s unique traditional techniques and sensibilities cultivated through history to the development and succession of creative activities and craft culture. Acquire a good balance of the materials, uses, aesthetic sensibilities, sense of form, processing techniques, style, and originality of craft techniques, and conduct specialized research related to creating globally applicable value based on one’s own identity based on what was acquired.

  • Architecture and Design

    Cultivate the skills to examine the environment surrounding people from an arts and culture perspective, practically address the problems communities face, and seek solutions from an international perspective. Conduct specialized research related to diverse design expression abilities, comprehensive planning and coordination abilities for design, architecture, and community development as a living environment, revitalization of traditional culture and regional revitalization, and creative industries.

  • Art and Culture Theory

    In addition to expressive techniques such as art, crafts, and design, and basic knowledge related to art theory and aesthetics as art culture, deepen knowledge of historical and cultural aspects such as architecture, traditional modeling, and traditional performing arts, thereby cultivating abilities that combine diverse perspectives with unique historical and regional perspectives. Conduct specialized research related to regional art and culture theory based on universal values and traditional culture.

  • History and Culture

    Empirical research is conducted in four areas of expertise to investigate the nature of historical events in Japan and the rest of the world and establish the historical awareness needed in modern society. Japanese History focuses on deciphering historical documents and other primary sources; East Asian History examines the regions of East Asia; Western History explores areas influenced by European and American culture from a broad perspective; and Archaeology investigates past culture and social background based on clues from ruins and relics. Each field aims to deepen and systematize specialized research.

  • Human Geography

    Research is conducted to investigate various geographical phenomena from both theoretical and empirical research to analyze modern society from a spatial perspective. In addition to intensive research centered on fieldwork, new methods are also utilized in empirical research, such as using geographic information systems to analyze obtained data.

  • British and American Language and Culture

    Main activities for research on the British and American Language and Culture are detailed reading and analysis of literary works and other various texts based on British and American civic culture and popular culture traditions, and critical theory. Through these activities, aim to increase skills in analyzing, interpreting, and describing diverse cultural phenomena and linguistic characteristics.

  • Art and Design

    Investigate diverse forms of artistic expression that have been developed by humanity from ancient times to the present day, such as painting, three-dimensional art, and media art. Acquire and improve those expressive techniques and conduct specialized research that leads to the development and deployment of modeling expression based on multidisciplinary deployment of those expressive techniques, comprehensive and specialized perspectives related to modeling technique theory, and creative abilities based on logic.

  • Crafts

    Deepen understanding of craft techniques related to materials such as metal, lacquer, and wood, and develop high-level skills and insight to link Japan’s unique traditional techniques and sensibilities cultivated through history to the development and succession of creative activities and craft culture. Acquire a good balance of the materials, uses, aesthetic sensibilities, sense of form, processing techniques, style, and originality of craft techniques, and conduct specialized research related to creating globally applicable value based on one’s own identity based on what was acquired.

  • Architecture and Design

    Cultivate the skills to examine the environment surrounding people from an arts and culture perspective, practically address the problems communities face, and seek solutions from an international perspective. Conduct specialized research related to diverse design expression abilities, comprehensive planning and coordination abilities for design, architecture, and community development as a living environment, revitalization of traditional culture and regional revitalization, and creative industries.

  • Art and Culture Theory

    In addition to expressive techniques such as art, crafts, and design, and basic knowledge related to art theory and aesthetics as art culture, deepen knowledge of historical and cultural aspects such as architecture, traditional modeling, and traditional performing arts, thereby cultivating abilities that combine diverse perspectives with unique historical and regional perspectives. Conduct specialized research related to regional art and culture theory based on universal values and traditional culture.

Educational Objectives, Educational Targets, and the Three Policies

Graduate School Objectives

The graduate schools at the University of Toyama aim to teach and conduct research on academic theories and their applications, to deepen understanding in these fields, and to cultivate profound knowledge and exceptional abilities necessary for professions requiring advanced expertise, thus contributing to the advancement of culture.

Educational and Research Objectives

This program contributes as an institute that trains highly skilled professionals who can achieve well-being of “humans” and “the earth” based on a deep understanding of cultural diversity.

Diploma Policy

Accreditation and Degree Awarding Policy

This program awards a Master of Arts or Master of Art and Design degree to persons who have basic abilities in a wide range of fields, advanced specialized knowledge in humanities and arts-related fields, high ethical standards, and creativity, as well as the capacity to develop humanities and arts-related fields and use those results to contribute to society.

Targets and Indicators

Basic Skills

Learning outcomes:Has acquired basic academic knowledge in the fields of humanities and arts, along with logical thinking and the ability to take a comprehensive perspective.

Targets:Acquires credits in common subjects that develop the ability to explain fields of humanities and arts from a fundamental standpoint.

Specialized Knowledge

Learning outcomes:Possesses strong research skills in the area of expertise and the practical skills needed for a profession that requires deep academic knowledge and advanced expertise.

Targets:Can explain technical points related to the area of expertise through the acquisition of credits in specialized subjects in your area of expertise. In addition, has successfully defended a master’s thesis or research results on a specific topic (capstone project and sub-thesis), or passed a final examination.

Ethical Standards

Learning outcomes:Has acquired an awareness of research ethics norms.

Targets:Can complete a master’s thesis or capstone project in accordance with research ethics.

Creativity

Learning outcomes:In fields of humanities and arts, has acquired the ability to discover new knowledge and create new value from that knowledge.

Targets:Has completed a master’s thesis or capstone project that presents new knowledge and leads to the creation of new value.

Curriculum policy

Curriculum Development Policy

The program has a systematic curriculum to ensure students acquire the skills stated in the accreditation and degree awarding policy (Diploma Policy).

Curriculum Implementation Policy

Classes are in the format of lectures, seminars, practicums, and practical training, and enable self-directed active learning by students. Evaluation of classes is based on objective grading criteria to determine the level of achievement of learning outcomes for each skill category.

Learning Content, Learning Methods, and Evaluating Methods for Learning Outcomes

Basic Skills

Learning content:Acquire at least four credits in the graduate school common courses.

Learning methods:Learn through lecture-style and practical classes.

Methods for evaluating learning outcomes:Students are graded with criteria clearly stated in the syllabus for each subject.

Specialized Knowledge

Learning content:In advanced seminars, students learn specialized knowledge and methodology in their area of expertise. In advanced practice seminars and special practice seminars, students develop advanced reading comprehension of specialized literature and historical materials and learn experimental and research methods, data analysis methods, and techniques for producing works.

Learning methods:Learn through specialized subjects in the area of expertise.

Methods for evaluating learning outcomes: Level of achievement is evaluated objectively through examinations and reports. Master’s thesis or research results on a specific topic (capstone project and sub-thesis) are graded based on critique from multiple faculty members, including those from other fields.

Ethical Standards

Learning content:Develop an awareness of research ethics norms based on cases in the area of expertise, while also referring to cases in other fields.

Learning methods:Learn through guidance from the main and secondary supervisors.

Methods for evaluating learning outcomes:Master’s theses and capstone projects are evaluated by multiple examiners. One of the examiners is selected from among faculty in other fields to provide an objective and multifaceted evaluation.

Creativity

Learning content:Mainly acquire new knowledge and learn in a way that leads to the creation of value through multifaceted guidance from the main supervisor and secondary supervisor during the “Research for Thesis” classes.

Learning methods:Complete a master’s thesis or capstone project through multifaceted guidance from the main and secondary supervisor during the “Research for Thesis” classes.

Methods for evaluating learning outcomes:Master’s theses and capstone projects are evaluated by multiple examiners. One of the examiners is selected from among faculty in other fields to provide an objective and multifaceted evaluation.

Admission policy

Policy for accepting new students

The program accepts students who possess a strong interest and basic skills in humanities and art and design, logical thinking skills, creativity, and a will to contribute to the development of culture.

Basic Policy for Selection (Types of Entrance Examinations and Their Evaluation Methods)

In order accept a diverse array of students, the selection of new students is conducted twice a year. In addition, admissions for working people, international students, and special admissions for international students (designated school recommendation) are also conducted.

General entrance examination (first and second terms)

Comprehensive evaluation of written examination, oral examination, academic transcripts, letter of intent, and research plan, etc.

Entrance examinations for working people

Comprehensive evaluation of written examination, oral examination, academic transcripts, letter of intent, and research plan, etc.

Entrance examinations for international students

Comprehensive evaluation of written examination, oral examination, academic transcripts, letter of intent, and research plan, etc.

Special entrance examinations for international students (designated school recommendation)

Comprehensive evaluation by document screening and oral examination, etc.

Qualities and Skills Required

Basic Skills

Qualities and skills required:Possesses the necessary and sufficient basic academic abilities for studying in the program.

Specialized Knowledge

Qualities and skills required:Has acquired a strong interest and foundational knowledge and skills in each specialized field.

Ethical Standards

Qualities and skills required:Possesses a strong will to contribute to society based on specialized knowledge in the fields of humanities and arts, and high ethical standards.

Creativity

Qualities and skills required:Possesses logical thinking skills, creativity, and a strong will to contribute to the development of various fields related to humanities and arts.

Curriculum and Course Models

Course Models

Research topic: [Literature] Interception of the Hokurikudo Highway punitive expedition by Kiso Yoshinaka and the local situation in Etchu Province

Specific qualities of an ideal graduate: Local government employee who can study and analyze local historical resources, junior high or high school teacher who can conduct in-depth research and analysis of local history

Graduate School
Common Courses
Interdisciplinary Curriculum
Common Courses
Specialized Program Courses
Major-Specific Courses Research Guidance
First Year 1T
Research Ethics 1
Career Development for Graduate Students 1
 
Studies of Japanese History (Lecture) Ⅰ 1
Studies of Japanese History (Lecture) Ⅴ 1
Studies of Japanese History (Lecture) Ⅸ 1
Studies of Japanese History (Seminar) I 1
Studies of Japanese Literature (Lecture) I 1
 
2T
Communication for Researchers 1
Studies of Regional Development 1
Mathematical Sciences for Humanities and Society 1
Studies of Japanese History (Lecture) Ⅱ 1
Studies of Japanese History (Lecture) Ⅵ 1
Studies of Japanese History (Lecture) Ⅹ 1
Studies of Japanese History (Seminar) Ⅱ 1
Studies of Japanese Literature (Lecture) Ⅱ 1
 
3T
Science, Technology and Sustainable Society 1
Project Based Learning on Co-creation with the Community (3-4T)  
Studies of Japanese History (Lecture) Ⅲ 1
Studies of Japanese History (Seminar) Ⅲ 1
 
4T
Project Based Learning on Co-creation with the Community (3-4T) 2
Studies of Japanese History (Lecture) Ⅴ 1
Studies of Japanese History (Seminar) Ⅳ 1
 
Second Year 1T
Special Lecture on Japanese Traditional Culture 2
Special Lecture on History of Japanese Art and History of Eastern Art 2
Research for Thesis Ⅰ 2
2T
3T
Research for Thesis Ⅱ 2
4T
Number of Credits Earned 4 4 18 4
22

Total number of credits earned: 30

Research topic: [Art and Design] Art that creates new forms of artistic expression and new value

Specific qualities of an ideal graduate: Media artist or contemporary artist who creates novel value

Graduate School
Common Courses
Interdisciplinary Curriculum
Common Courses
Specialized Program Courses
Major-Specific Courses Research Guidance
First Year 1T
Research Ethics 1
Advanced Data Science 1
 
Special Lecture on Contemporary Art 2
Special Practice of Design A 2
Research on Art and Design Ⅰ (1-2T)  
 
2T
Intellectual Property Law 1
Studies of Regional Development 1
Mathematical Sciences for Humanities and Society 1
Special Seminar on Aesthetics Ⅰ 2
Research on Art and Design Ⅰ (1-2T) 2
 
3T
Science, Technology and Sustainable Society 1
Project Based Learning on Co-creation with the Community (3-4T)  
Studies of Cultural Anthropology (Lecture) Ⅲ 1
Special Lecture on Advanced Image Processing 2
Special Seminar on Digital Arts A (3-4T)  
Research on Art and Design Ⅱ (3-4T)  
 
4T
Project Based Learning on Co-creation with the Community (3-4T) 2
Studies of Cultural Anthropology (Lecture) Ⅳ 1
Special Seminar on Digital Arts A (3-4T) 2
Research on Art and Design Ⅱ (3-4T) 2
 
Second Year 1T
Special Seminar on Digital Arts B (1-2T)  
Research for Thesis Ⅰ 2
2T
Special Seminar on Digital Arts B (1-2T) 2
3T
Research for Thesis Ⅱ 2
4T
Number of Credits Earned 4 4 18 4
22

Total number of credits earned: 30

Research topic: [Art and Design] Establishment of effective restoration methods for local cultural resources through the use of digital data based on traditional methods

Specific qualities of an ideal graduate: Cultural heritage conservator who contributes to the promotion of local culture

Graduate School
Common Courses
Interdisciplinary Curriculum
Common Courses
Specialized Program Courses
Major-Specific Courses Research Guidance
First Year 1T
Research Ethics 1
Advanced Data Science 1
 
Special Practice of Urushi Lacquer Craft A (1-2T)  
Research on Art and Design Ⅰ (1-2T)  
 
2T
Intellectual Property Law 1
Studies of Regional Development 1
Mathematical Sciences for Humanities and Society 1
Special Lecture on Sustainable Use of Materials 2
Special Practice of Urushi Lacquer Craft A (1-2T) 2
Research on Art and Design Ⅰ (1-2T) 2
 
3T
Science, Technology and Sustainable Society 1
Project Based Learning on Co-creation with the Community (3-4T)  
Studies of Cultural Anthropology (Lecture) Ⅲ 1
Special Practice of Sculpture Expression A (3-4T)  
Special Practice of Urushi Lacquer Craft B (3-4T)  
Research on Art and Design Ⅱ (3-4T)  
 
4T
Project Based Learning on Co-creation with the Community (3-4T) 2
Studies of Cultural Anthropology (Lecture) Ⅳ 1
Special Practice of Sculpture Expression A (3-4T) 2
Special Practice of Urushi Lacquer Craft B (3-4T) 2
Research on Art and Design Ⅱ (3-4T) 2
 
Second Year 1T
Special Practice of Metal Craft A 2
Research for Thesis Ⅰ 2
2T
Special Lecture on Cultural Resources 2
3T
Research for Thesis Ⅱ 2
4T
Number of Credits Earned 4 4 18 4
22

Total number of credits earned: 30

Research topic: [Art and Design] Producing creative architectural design using regional characteristics

Specific qualities of an ideal graduate: Environmental designer who is active as a coordinator of creative industries

Graduate School
Common Courses
Interdisciplinary Curriculum
Common Courses
Specialized Program Courses
Major-Specific Courses Research Guidance
First Year 1T
Research Ethics 1
Advanced Data Science 1
 
Special Seminar on Architectural Design A (1-2T)  
Research on Art and Design Ⅰ (1-2T)  
 
2T
Intellectual Property Law 1
Studies of Regional Development 1
Mathematical Sciences for Humanities and Society 1
Special Lecture on Architectural Design 2
Special Seminar on Architectural Design A (1-2T) 2
Research on Art and Design Ⅰ (1-2T) 2
 
3T
Science, Technology and Sustainable Society 1
Project Based Learning on Co-creation with the Community (3-4T)  
Special Lecture on Architectural Design 2
Special Seminar on Architectural Design B (3-4T)  
Research on Art and Design Ⅱ (3-4T)  
 
4T
Project Based Learning on Co-creation with the Community (3-4T) 2
Architectural Planning 2
Special Seminar on Architectural Design B (3-4T) 2
Research on Art and Design Ⅱ (3-4T) 2
 
Second Year 1T
Studies of Human Geography (Lecture) Ⅰ 1
Special Practice of Design A 2
Research for Thesis Ⅰ 2
2T
Studies of Human Geography (Lecture) Ⅱ 1
3T
Research for Thesis Ⅱ 2
4T
Number of Credits Earned 4 4 18 4
22

Total number of credits earned: 30

Research topic: [Art and Design] Development of a program to assess the value of regional cultural resources and use art and natural history museums

Specific qualities of an ideal graduate: Curator who contributes to the use of regional cultural resources

Graduate School
Common Courses
Interdisciplinary
Curriculum Common Courses
Specialized Program Courses
Major-Specific Courses Research Guidance
First Year 1T
Research Ethics 1
Advanced Data Science 1
 
Special Lecture on Japanese Traditional Culture 2
Special Lecture on History of Japanese Art and History of Eastern Art 2
Research on Art and Design Ⅰ (1-2T)  
 
2T
Intellectual Property Law 1
Studies of Regional Development 1
Mathematical Sciences for Humanities and Society 1
Special Lecture on Cultural Resources 2
Research on Art and Design Ⅰ (1-2T) 2
 
3T
Science, Technology and Sustainable Society 1
Project Based Learning on Co-creation with the Community (3-4T)  
Special Lecture on Landscape Resources 2
Research on Art and Design Ⅱ (3-4T)  
 
4T
Project Based Learning on Co-creation with the Community (3-4T) 2
Special Seminar on Japanese Traditional Culture 2
Research on Art and Design Ⅱ (3-4T) 2
 
Second Year 1T
Studies of Human Geography (Lecture) Ⅰ 1
Special Lecture on Contemporary Art 2
Research for Thesis Ⅰ 2
2T
Studies of Human Geography (Lecture) Ⅱ 1
3T
Research for Thesis Ⅱ 2
4T
Number of Credits Earned 4 4 18 4
22

Total number of credits earned: 30

Career Information

Evaluation Criteria for Degree Thesis

  1. Master’s Thesis
    A master’s thesis must be based on the research actively conducted by the degree candidate and must have novelty that demonstrates mastery of advanced research techniques in a specialized field.
    In the master’s thesis review process, a comprehensive evaluation is conducted while considering the following assessment criteria:

    1. Setting of the research topic
      Is the research topic clearly defined and expressed, and is it academically and socially meaningful?
    2. Understanding and presentation of leading research
      Has a necessary and sufficient investigation into leading research in the respective field been conducted? Is it properly cited and referenced to support the development of the thesis argument?
    3. Research methods
      Have appropriate research methods been used to achieve the research objectives?
    4. Validity and significance of the argumentation method and conclusions
      Is the argument logically developed from problem-setting to conclusions? Also, does it offer novel academic and social contributions in the respective field?
    5. Thesis format and style
      Does it use words and sentence expressions accurately and have the correct format as an academic paper?
  2. Research Results on a Specific Topic
    Research results on a specific topic must be based on the works and sub-thesis actively undertaken by the degree candidate and must have novelty that demonstrates mastery of advanced research techniques in a specialized field.
    In the review process, a comprehensive evaluation is conducted while considering the following assessment criteria:

    1. Setting of the research topic
      Is the research topic clearly defined and expressed, and is it academically and socially meaningful?
    2. Understanding and presentation of leading research and works
      Has a necessary and sufficient investigation into leading research and works in the respective field been conducted? Also, has the knowledge gained from the above been used in the creation of works?
    3. Research and creation methods
      Have appropriate research and creation methods been used to achieve the research objectives?
    4. Work creation methods, technical skills, and meaning
      Does the finished work adequately express the set topic? Also, does it offer novel technical and artistic contributions in the respective field?
    5. Sub-thesis format and style
      Does it use words and sentence expressions accurately and have the correct format as an academic paper?

Licenses, Certifications, and Eligibility for Examinations

Qualifications Offered

Field of Education Qualifications Offered
Humanities Teacher’s license for junior high school (Japanese, social studies, geography and history, civics, English)
Teacher’s license for high school (Japanese, geography and history, civics, English)

Qualifications for examination eligibility

Field of Education Qualifications for examination eligibility
Arts Practical experience requirements for architect’s license (1 or 2 years)

Main Career Paths After Graduation

Employment

Local government official, administrative agency staff, curator, junior high or high school teacher, university staff, private company employee, artist, designer, cultural property conservator

Further education

Doctoral degree in humanities or arts

Faculty List

(Humanities) Research Supervisors

Research fields Name Areas of expertise Link
Philosophy, Ethics and Religion Associate ProfessorShinji Ikeda Philosophy, modern Western philosophy focused on Leibnitz
Philosophy, Ethics and Religion LecturerShun Tsugita

Analytical philosophy, philosophy of language, philosophy of the mind

Philosophy, Ethics and Religion ProfessorMami Tabata History of Japanese ethical thought, pre-modern Confucian, Shinto, and Buddhist thought
History and Culture ProfessorKeiji Suzuki Japanese history, ancient social and cultural history, history of the Tateyama Faith and the Hokuriku region
History and Culture Associate ProfessorShingo Nakamura Japanese history (modern history)
History and Culture Associate ProfessorYoshitomo Nagamura Japanese history, medieval political history, historical narrative
History and Culture LecturerMiki Hayashi

Oriental history, politics and military affairs in the Sui and Tang dynasties

History and Culture ProfessorKyoko Aoki Western history, modern Russian history
History and Culture ProfessorYo Tokuhashi Western history, medieval and modern Italian history
History and Culture Associate ProfessorKoji Irie Western history, modern Western history, Swedish history
History and Culture ProfessorKoji Takahashi Archeology, Japanese archaeology (from the Yayoi period to the Kofun period)
Linguistics ProfessorTomoko Ando Linguistics, phonetic and phonological features of Russian and Japanese
International Relations LecturerNobue Sunaga Somali diaspora studies
Sociology ProfessorYutaka Sato Sociology, discrimination theory, social survey methods (questionnaire surveys and statistical analysis), foundations of sociology
Sociology ProfessorTomoki Ito Sociology, sociological self theory, social survey methods (e.g., fieldwork)
Sociology Associate ProfessorFumiya Shiga Sociology, social welfare, social survey methods
Human Geography ProfessorKoji Onishi Human geography, research on children’s living spaces, community development, disaster prevention education
Human Geography ProfessorHiroshi Yamane Human geography, modern historical geography, urban regional studies
Human Geography Associate Professor Koshiro Suzuki Human geography, behavioral geography, tourism, geographic information science
Cultural Anthropology ProfessorTakeshi Fujimoto Cultural anthropology, folklore, regional studies, food and agriculture, festivals
Cultural Anthropology Associate ProfessorToyoichi Nozawa Cultural anthropology, music, arts, the body, communication
Sports Anthropology LecturerGen Tanabe Sports anthropology, folklore, martial arts research
Japanese Language and Culture Associate ProfessorShin Miyagi Japanese language, lexicology of modern Japanese, semantics, corpus linguistics, research on child language development
Japanese Language and Culture LecturerTakuma Kawashima Japanese linguistics
Japanese Language and Culture LecturerRyuichi Taki Japanese phonology, dialectology
Japanese Language and Culture ProfessorShunsuke Tamura Japanese literature, the Tale of Genji and other Heian literature
Japanese Language and Culture Associate ProfessorTomoki Tabe Japanese literature, modern literature, haiku and haiku magazines in the Meiji era
Japanese Language and Culture ProfessorHiroshi Nishitaya Japanese literature, modern literature
Chinese Language and Culture ProfessorKazue Moriga Chinese linguistics, philology of ancient Chinese
Chinese Language and Culture ProfessorKeisuke Ono Chinese literature, classical literature focused on the pre-Qin and Han dynasties
Chinese Language and Culture ProfessorHiroki Saito Chinese literature, contemporary Chinese literature focused on the 1920s and 30s
Korean Language and Culture ProfessorTomomi Wada Korean literature, Korean literature from the late 19th to the early 20th century
Korean Language and Culture Associate ProfessorSatoshi Joho Korean linguistics, Korean morphology and syntax, and their historical development
English Linguistics Associate ProfessorKatsuya Fujikawa English linguistics, semantics, cognitive linguistics, functional syntax
English Linguistics LecturerKoji Koike English linguistics, syntax, generative grammar, history of the English language
British Language and Culture Associate ProfessorYukari Oda British literature, British novels focused on the Brontë Sisters
British Language and Culture Associate ProfessorShiro Yuki British literature, James Joyce and 19th- and 20th-century British literature
American Language and Culture Associate ProfessorKayoko Takegoshi American literature, multicultural communication
American Language and Culture LecturerMariko Akita American literature, Jewish-American literature
American Language and Culture LecturerYui Kasane American literature, comparative cultural studies of Japan and America, Transnational Studies
German Language and Culture ProfessorKiyoshi Kuroda German linguistics, modern German linguistics, semantics and syntax of compound verbs
German Language and Culture Associate ProfessorYoshinori Abe German linguistics, history of the German language, diachronic studies of German syntax
French Language and Culture ProfessorToshie Nakajima French literature, modern French poetry, comparative literature
French Language and Culture LecturerRyo Fukushima Literature in the French-speaking world
Russian Language and Culture ProfessorAkifumi Takeda Russian literature, 19th- and 20th-century Russian literature

(Humanities) Faculty in Charge of Classes

Name Areas of expertise Link
Associate ProfessorYuuki Ryo Modern Chinese literature

(Art and Design) Research Supervisors

Name Areas of expertise Link
ProfessorYushi Uehara Architectural design, building design, urbanism
ProfessorKazumi Uchida Product design, transport design
ProfessorMasashi Ouji Architectural structural design, architectural design, mathematical layout planning for public facilities, community development content, historical masonry architecture, new cross-jointing of wood
ProfessorKazuhiro Oki Visual communication design
ProfessorHirokazu Oku Landscape planning, tourism resources, satoyama studies
ProfessorMasanori Kawahara Ergology, ergonomics
ProfessorKimiko Shimazoe Ethnomusicology, research on folk performing arts, traditional culture
Professor Katsuro Shimizu Art casting
ProfessorTakekazu Nagae Metal materials, metal material processing, cultural property science
ProfessorHaruki Nishijima Art (media art)
Associate ProfessorYukio Arita Design management, communication design, product design
Associate ProfessorTakako Itoh Aesthetics, philosophy of art
Associate ProfessorJunko Imabuchi Metalwork and engraving
Associate ProfessorChika Sannomiya Oriental art history, Japanese art history (ancient to medieval period)
Associate ProfessorKiichiro Hagino Architectural design, preservation, and revitalization, interior design
Associate ProfessorAi Matsuda Western art history, modern and contemporary art, art management
Associate ProfessorHiroyuki Matsumura Oil painting
Associate ProfessorYukiharu Yasujima Cultural policy, traditional industry, regional management
Associate ProfessorTenshin Yokoyama Architectural design, architectural planning
Associate ProfessorMasashi Watanabe Product design, wood modeling
LecturerTomohisa Okamoto Advertising communication design, branding design, typography design, type (font) design, editorial design
LecturerTaro Ogawa Lacquerware
LecturerHitomi Shintani Lacquerware and cultural property preservation
LecturerKenjiro Nagata Contemporary plastic art, contemporary art, three-dimensional art
LecturerMasaki Hirata Sculpture, modeling
LecturerYusuke Yabutani Community design, architectural planning
LecturerRyota Yuki Japanese painting

(Art and Design) Faculty in Charge of Classes

Name Areas of expertise Link
Associate ProfessorTetsuya Fujita Informatics, human medical engineering
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