Japanese Essay Contest Winner Visits Japan: 'I Want to Study Business Abroad'
The winner of the Best Essay Award at the 21st Chinese Japanese Composition Contest, Zhu Hengyu, has visited Japan and expressed his desire to study business there.
124 billion yen support for Tokyo University of Science recognized as a top-tier university; Minister expresses regret over Chinaβs list
The Japanese Ministry of Education announced a 12.4 billion yen funding for the Tokyo University of Science, now recognized as a top-tier research university, while expressing regret about its designation as a dual-use entity by China.
AI to Do What One Teacher Cannot - Analyzing Classes and Monitoring Students
AI is being employed in Japanese schools to analyze classes and monitor student behaviors, aiding teachers in their instruction.
Cyber Hankuk University of Foreign Studies Japanese Department holds β3rd Overseas Department Meetingβ in the Kansai region of Japan
The Japanese Department of Cyber Hankuk University of Foreign Studies successfully held its β3rd Overseas Department Meetingβ in the Kansai region, Japan, facilitating meaningful educational exchange and cultural experiences for students.
Buddy is AI and Human: Motivation and Advice for Middle School Long-Distance Running?
Japanese middle school students are receiving advice from Google's AI assistant 'Gemini' during their long-distance running practice, focusing on motivation and technical guidance.
Supporting Children Who Have Just Arrived in Japan β Yokohama's 'Place'
Yokohama is providing support to children with foreign roots through Japanese language and lifestyle education to help them adjust smoothly to school life.
No Grants for Tokyo Women's Medical University for Two Consecutive Years; Nihon University Reduces Funding
The Japanese government has decided to not grant any financial support to Tokyo Women's Medical University for the second consecutive year, while Nihon University has seen a reduced grant after improving its governance issues.
Two Schools, including Tokyo Welfare University, Designated as 'Improvement Guidance Schools' for International Student Management by the Ministry of Education
The Japanese Ministry of Education has designated Tokyo Welfare University and Nagoya Management Short-term University as 'Improvement Guidance Schools' for their inadequate management of international students, following a significant number of withdrawals.
Expectations for the Korea-Japan "Andong Summit" [Special Correspondent Column]
The article discusses ongoing calls for the Japanese government to provide equal educational rights for Korean schools in Japan, highlighting protests and historical context surrounding the issue.
To enhance Japanese language instruction, the government plans to change laws to make support staff official school employees
The Japanese Ministry of Education plans to revise regulations to officially designate Japanese language support assistants and native language support staff as school employees, aiming to strengthen education for students who require Japanese language instruction.
In 2040, the ratio of arts and science students in high schools will be equal, aiming for no distinction in the future - Ministry of Education sets a goal
The Japanese Ministry of Education aims for equal representation of arts and science students in high schools by 2040, eliminating subject distinctions in the future.
Despite Population Decline, the Number of People Learning Japanese is 30 Times Higher - Manga and Anime as a Gateway
The growing interest in learning Japanese has surged 30-fold globally, driven by the popularity of Japanese manga and anime, despite Japan's ongoing population decline.
Heatstroke Prevention Measures in the Workplace, Including Spot Workers, Draft Guidelines Provided
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has proposed draft guidelines for heatstroke prevention in workplaces, explicitly including spot workers, and emphasizes the need for safety education at the time of hiring starting June 2025.
Coming to Japan with Zero Japanese, Thoughts on the Learning and Support Environments Not Found
The article discusses the challenges faced by foreign residents in Japan, particularly those without Japanese language skills, and the necessity for accessible education and support systems for them.
Is it okay for night schools to become public Japanese language schools? What environmental improvements are necessary now?
The article discusses the role of night schools in Japan in providing Japanese language education to foreign residents who have missed compulsory education, emphasizing the importance of this education for social integration and stability.
The 'Non-Exclusion Norm' of Night Schools and the Inclusion of Japanese Language Education: Remaining Subtle Issues
The article discusses the role of night schools in Japan, particularly how they are adapting to include foreign nationals seeking Japanese language education, while highlighting lingering challenges in this integration.
The Philosophy of Shoku-iku: An Element of the Japanese Education System Worth Experiencing
The article discusses the Japanese educational practice of 'kyΕ«shoku', where students help prepare and serve meals, promoting nutrition and cooperation.