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Study in Japan Online Fair for Sub-Saharan Africa 2021

You are most welcome to join us to get fresh information for your future.

CHECK the event details here and REGISTER (for free!) and then BOOK the university presentation and consultation!!

 

Undergraduate Program

3rd Tue. - 5th Thu. Aug. 9:00-11:00 AM Zambian Time/CAT(GMT+2)

→Event closed. Videos for General Information Session and University Presentation is available.

 

Graduate Program-1(social science, humanities, and business and administration)

25th Wed. - 27th Fri. Aug. 9:00-11:00 AM Zambian Time/CAT(GMT+2)

→Event closed. Videos for General Information Session and University Presentation is available.

 

Graduate Program-2(natural science, mathematics, engineering, medicine, etc.)

8th Wed. - 10th Fri. Sep. 9:00-11:00 AM Zambian Time/CAT(GMT+2)

→Event closed. Videos for General Information Session and University Presentation is available. 

DAY1: General information live session

DAY2 & 3: University presentation and consultation directly with the universities

ANYTIME: University Program Brochures, Scholarship List, Voice from African Students, Career Path Information in Japan etc.

 

*Organized by Study in Japan Global Network Project Regional Office in Sub-Saharan Africa/Hokkaido University Africa Office in Lusaka and Nairobi Branch

*Supported by Embassy of Japan in Kenya, JETRO Nairobi Office, JSPS Nairobi Research Station, Japan Foundation and MEXT (the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology-Japan)

 

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Introduction to Japanese language and Japanese Culture

On 21th May 2021, we hosted a webinar to introduce Japanese Language and Culture for the University of Zambia and Zambians. We have invited Ms. Subila Chilupula from Zambia as the day's sensei (teacher).

For more details, click here(←Website of Study in Japan for Africa.)

 

*We are currently planning to hold more Japanese language sessions for Zambians. Any inquiry, visit here.

Study in Japan Online Fair 2020 closed

We had the fairs targeting Mauritius, Madagascar, South Africa, and Ethiopia  under Study in Japan Global Network Project. We really appreciate all participants and supporters.

For more details, check here or Website of "Study in Japan for Africa." 

Study in Japan Global Network Project Regional Office in Sub-Saharan Africa /Hokkaido University Africa Office in Lusaka, Oct 2020 

Info on COVID-19 in Japan new!!!

Dear Prospective MEXT Scholars

You can get useful information including MEXT documents translated by volunteers from MEXT Scholars Association

   https://www.facebook.com/mextscholars/

Dear International Students Going to Japan

In Japan, a National Health Insurance (NHI) system is available to reduce medical costs for international students.

https://www.studyinjapan.go.jp/en/life/insurance/

https://www.jpss.jp/en/life/1/2/

Building great collaboration between Africa (South Sudan) and Japanese local government (Maebashi city) under COVID-19 pandemic

   Japan city extends South Sudan athletes' stay as Olympics postponed.

South Sudanese athletes in Japan keep Olympic dreams alive.

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2020/04/09/olympics/south-sudanese-athletes-japan-keep-olympic-dreams-alive/#.XpP2JMj7Rdg

https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20200326/p2g/00m/0sp/081000c

 Host Town Tales: Maebashi City Meets South Sudan 

https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/ondemand/video/2083002/

Dear International Students Studying in Japan

****Japan Teaching Foreign Visitors about Making Creative Face Masks.

The instructions were provided in English, Chinese and Korean reflecting needs among foreign visitors, as well as in Japanese.

https://www.pref.oita.jp/uploaded/attachment/2071167.pdf

 Japan gets creative as mask shortages continue amid COVID-19 spread 

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2020/02/25/national/japan-mask-shortages-covid19/#.XpP5Usj7Rdg

 

(1)   International Medical Information Center
In response to the spread of COVID-19, the Japan Medical Association through AMDA International Medical Information Center has announced that it will set up a dedicated window for telephone consultations from foreigners staying in Japan from April 10 to May 20. Multiple languages including English and service hours (everyday, 10:00-17:00)

Tel: 03-6233-9266

They introduce medical facilities with staff who speak the patients' languages and explain the Japanese Health Care System.

https://www.amdamedicalcenter.com/activities

https://www.amdamedicalcenter.com/

 

 (2)   Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) operates a visitor hotline
In response to the spread of COVID-19, Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) operates a visitor hotline 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
 Call for tourist information or assistance in case of accidents and emergencies. Support is available in English.

Tel: 050-3816-2787

https://www.mlit.go.jp/kankocho/content/001327108.pdf

https://www.mlit.go.jp/kankocho/news08_000311.html

 

(3)   How to stop the spread of COVID-19

The Council of Local Authorities for International Relations (CLAIR), Japanese government-affiliated general incorporated foundation, provides information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) through multiple languages’ template below.

http://www.clair.or.jp/j/multiculture/tool_library/03_english_20200226.pdf

http://www.clair.or.jp/j/multiculture/tool_library/tools/114526.html

 

(Dear International Students in Hokkaido)

(4)   Hokkaido government provides basic information regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) in simple Japanese and English through their Website below.

http://www.pref.hokkaido.lg.jp/ss/tsk/promo/coronavirus.htm

 

In addition, information on countermeasures and the help desk for COVID-19 there is available in several language. In the case you require assistance in a language other than Japanese, the Hokkaido Foreign Resident Support Center will provide translation support over the phone.

Hokkaido Foreign Residents Support Center

 TEL011-200-9595 (Monday-Friday  9:00-12:00, 13:00-16:00)

http://www2.hiecc.or.jp/soudan/emg/index.html?lang=jp

Study in Japan Fair was held on 9th November in Accra, Ghana!

Programme for Study in Japan Fair in Acc
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Info List of Participating Japanese Univ
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Study in Japan Fair was held on 21st September 2019 in Nairobi, Kenya!

※The documents provided in this fair are as follows:

Programme for Study in Japan Fair in Nai
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Courses Details of Participating Univers
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Study-in-Japan Fair was held on 22nd May 2019 in Pretoria, South Africa!

※The documents provided in this fair are as follows:

Study-in-Japan Fair in Pretoria Programm
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Course Details of Participating Universi
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List of Undergraduate Degree Course for
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List of Postgraduate Degree Course Offer
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Scholarship List for Study in Japan Fair
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Uganda-Japan Student Exchange Fair 2019 was held on 7th February in Kampala, Uganda

Study-in-Japan Educational Seminar at CBU 2018 on 27th Nov.

We, Hokkaido University Africa Office in Lusaka, are so glad to say that the Study-in-Japan Educational Seminar at the Copperbelt University (CBU) was a great success mainly due to the wonderful support of CBU. It was held at the Lower Cafeteria, CBU, in one of the big northern region cities, Kitwe, Zambia, on 27th November 2018. Upon request from our office to enable us hold a seminar to promote the study-in-Japan initiative, CBU gave us profound support and did a wonderful advertisement, which brought more than 200 students and staff interested in studying in Japan to our seminar. 

The seminar was chaired by Ms. Christabel Malama, Public Relations Officer, CBU. After Dr. Aison Mulambya, the Dean of Students, CBU, made the opening remarks, Dr. Noriko Narisawa, a Study Abroad Coordinator from our office, proceeded to provide an introduction to the study-in-Japan. Thereafter, Mr. Minami Soma, Secretary from Embassy of Japan in Zambia, made a presentation to inspire audience to apply for Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships. Finally, Ms. Freda Phiri, Staff from Embassy of Japan in Zambia, shared her experience of studying in Japan with the audience showing a lot of pictures taken in Japan. 

Despite the limited time that was available for questions and answers during the seminar, after we closed the seminar, we interacted with many in the audience who came to inquire from us and the Japanese Embassy staff for more information about studying in Japan.

 

During our stay in Kitwe, we also visited Lechwe International School and Mpelembe Secondary School, where we provided some materials related with studying in Japan and discussed our prospective with teachers. 

 

We appreciate all the support from the Embassy of Japan in Zambia, CBU including the External Relations Office and high schools where we visited. We wish our activities brings a new view to Kitwe, Zambia.

South Africa-Japan Academic and Student Exchange Fair at the University of Cape Town on 17th - 18th September 2018

We had an Academic Exchange Fair at the University of Cape Town on 18th September 2018 at Lecture Theatre 3, Kramer Law School Building, Middle Campus, the University of Cape Town. It was co-organized with the University of Cape Town, the Stellenbosch University, the University of the Western Cape, and the Cape Peninsula University of Technology

 

Around 140 people including students and parents came to hear stories and get information about study-in-Japan. 

 

Participating Organizations: 9 Universities (Hokkaido University, International University of Japan, Kyoto University, Nagasaki University, Nagoya University of Foreign Studies, Rikkyo University, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, Toyo University, University of Tsukuba), Embassy of Japan in the Republic of South Africa, Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) and Ashinaga Uganda

 

Addition to the above, information kits from the following 20 Japanese Universities/institution was provided at the venue; 

(1) Doshisha Business School, Global Business and Management Studies

(2) Hirosaki University

(3) International University of Japan

(4) Kyushu Institute of Technology

(5) Kyushu University

(6) Nagoya University

(7) Niigata University

(8) Ochanomizu University

(9) Otaru University of Commerce

(10) Shibaura Institute of Technology

(11) Sophia University

(12) Tohoku University

(13) Tokyo International University

(14) Tokyo Institute of Technology

(15) Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology

(16) Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology

(17) Toyoma University

(18) Yamagata University

(19) Yokohama National University

(20) Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO)

 

★★Prior to the fair, on 17th September, academic exchange workshop was held inviting professors and researchers from the above 4 universities in the Western Cape. Including Japanese participants, 66 staff and researchers gathered from both countries and exchanged their opinion toward future academic collaboration.

 We appreciate all universities and organizations

in South Africa and Japan which supported our fair!!

Cf: Website for Top Global University Japan 

※You will see the report of this fair!!

Study-in-Japan Educational Seminar at UNZA 2018

Study-in-Japan Educational Seminar was held at University of Zambia (UNZA) on 22th May, 2018 at Conference Room 1, Confucius Institute, UNZA.

Around 110 students attended this seminar and obtained the information about studying in Japan, especially on Japanese Government Scholarship. The participants also enjoyed the attractive presentation by one of their peer who has studied at Hokkaido University.

 

We are grateful to International Link Office, UNZA and  Embassy of Japan in Zambia for their considerable efforts.

 

Rwanda-Japan Academic and Student Exchange Fair 2018 at the University of Rwanda on 16th February 2018

The “Rwanda-Japan Academic and Student Exchange Fair 2018” was held on 15th and 16th February 2018 at KIST2 and Kigali Exhibition Village respectively, in the University of Rwanda Nyarugenge Campus under the partnership between the University of Rwanda in Rwanda and Hokkaido University in Japan. The Fair was our sixth attempt of its kind in the region since the commencement of this project in 2015. Unlike the previous events, however, this Fair introduced online participation for the first time by employing an internet TV conference system so as to invite more participation from Japan.

In response to the call by our University, 7 Universities, namely, Miyagi University, University of Tsukuba, Shibaura Institute of Technology, Toyo University, Kobe Institute of Computing, Hiroshima University, and Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, and related organization such as Japan Student Service Organization (JASSO), Japan Society for the Promotion of Sciences (JSPS) Nairobi Research Station, the Japanese Embassy in Rwanda, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Rwanda Office participated in the Fair. In addition, more diverse opportunities were displayed this time in collaboration with Ashinaga Uganda, a Japanese NGO actively involved in promoting better access to higher education abroad for underprivileged pupils in Africa.

 

On the first day of the Fair (15th February 2018), a Joint Workshop was held in order to strengthen collaboration/partnerships of universities between Rwanda and Japan. Over 60 people from various universities in Kigali such as the University of Rwanda and Christian University of Rwanda attended the Workshop.

After the welcome remarks by Prof. Philip Cotton, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Rwanda, Dr. Daisuke Mizoguchi, the Director of JSPS Nairobi Research Station explained Japan’s attempts on promoting research activities and academic exchange between universities in Africa and Japan. Ambassador Charles Murigande, Deputy Vice Chancellor (DVC) of the University of Rwanda presented the current status and priority areas of focus regarding the partnerships with universities abroad. And then each of participating universities from Japan introduced its features and areas of interest for collaboration. During the overall discussion some areas like a study on peace and coexistence were proposed and continual communication for further discussion was agreed by both side.

 

On the second day (16th February 2018), the Seminar for Study-in-Japan was held to provide first-hand information on studying in Japan for students and graduates of Universities in Rwanda, Secondary School Pupils, junior academics, researchers, university staff or any other interested individuals who may want to pursue their studies in Japan.

After the welcome remarks by Ambassador Murigande, DVC of the University of Rwanda, the Seminar was blessed by H.E. Mr. Takayuki Miyashita, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, Embassy of Japan in the Republic of Rwanda, followed by the remarks from Mr. Hiroyuki Takada, the Chief Representative of JICA Rwanda Office and Prof. Masahiro Okumura, the Director of Africa Office in Lusaka, Hokkaido University.

During the session the representatives of participating universities/organizations explained an overview of studying in Japan including courses offered in English and opportunities for financial assistance such as scholarships, special study-in-Japan Programmes, and the details of each participating institute. After the session the participants were given opportunities to have individual consultations, which enabled them to have face-to-face communications with the participating institutes for further inquiries. The information kits for 19 universities/an organization were also displayed and distributed during the consultations.

(1) Otaru University of Commerce

(2) Hirosaki University

(3) Tohoku University (Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering)

(4) Miyagi University

(5) Yamagata University

(6) University of Tsukuba

(7) Shibaura Institute of Technology

(8) The University of Tokyo

(9) Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology

(10) Sophia University

(11) Toyo University

(12) International University of Japan

(13) University of Toyama

(14) Nagoya University (Graduate School of International Development)

(15)Kyoto University

(16) Doshisha University (Graduate School of Business)

(17) Hiroshima University

(18) Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University

(19) Ashinaga Uganda

 

It was an astonishing moment to see the venue was overcrowded by over 1000 people and we had to change the venue to the Akagera Hall, which was the biggest in the Kigali Exhibition Village.

 

In conclusion the Fair was a success to universities in both countries. It is hoped that the Fair has facilitated to deepen their mutual understanding among universities in both countries, and that it will be a trigger to bring their relationships a step further towards the materialization of more concrete academic and/or educational collaborations.

[Online articles related to the Fair]

UMUSEKE (in English), IGIHE (in English), inyaRrwanda.com (in Kinyarwanda),Imvaho nshya (in Kynyarwanda)The Japanese Embassy in Rwanda (in English).

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Co-organizers:

The University of Rwanda

Japan Society for the Promotion of Sciences (JSPS) Nairobi Research Station in Kenya

Patronages:

Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports Science and Technology (MEXT) in Japan

Study-in-Japan Seminar at LICS and Baobab College, Zambia

Study-in-Japan Seminars were held to promote Study-in-Japan at International Schools in the capital city of Zambia, Lusaka. On 26th October 2017, it was held at Lusaka International Community School (LICS), whose student population consists 60 percent of local students. On 21st November 2017, it was held at Baobab College. These Seminars provided general tips of studying in Japan by the study abroad coordinator from our office and the introduction of the Japanese Government Scholarship (MEXT Scholarship) by the Officer from the Embassy of Japan in Zambia. About 30 students mainly from A and AS level courses, participated keenly in each seminar and several questions such as language of instruction and ranking of Japanese universities were posed to the presenters. Some students also came to inquire from us after the seminar, which showed their strong interest in Study-in-Japan.

At these seminars, We provided some documents for information about studying in Japan including the "List of Japanese Universities with Undergraduate Programmes Adopting Pre-Arrival Admission," which would be helpful for Sub-Saharan African secondary school students. We appreciate the opportunity and cooperation from LICS, Baobab College and all the Japanese universities which gave us the information for making this list. (You can download this list and other information about Study-in-Japan from this page.)

Ethio-Japan Academic and Student Exchange Fair 2017 at Ras Mekonnen Hall, Addis Ababa University on 20th Sept. 2017

The Ethio-Japan Academic and Student Exchange Fair 2017 was held in collaboration with the Addis Ababa University and under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports Science and Technology (MEXT) in Japan, the Japanese Embassy in Ethiopia, and Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Nairobi Research Station in Kenya, on 20th September 2017 at the Ras Mekonnen Hall of the University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Ras Mekkonen Hall at Addis Ababa University
Ras Mekkonen Hall at Addis Ababa University

In the morning, a workshop was organized for the academics and administrative staff, aiming to strengthen collaboration/partnerships of universities between Ethiopia and Japan. Around 100 people participated in the sessions, and they shared experiences of Japan’s research assistance programmes on one hand and the current situation of research activities and potential areas of collaboration in Ethiopia on the other hand. Soon after the workshop, especially during lunch break, some individual interactions took place among those who had common interests in their research areas.

During the seminar on Study-in-Japan
During the seminar on Study-in-Japan

In the afternoon, an open seminar was held for the Ethiopian people who are interested in studying Japan. Close to 300 people, mainly students from various universities even as far as from Mekelle University in the country, came to participate in this session despite the terrible downpour on that day. They enthusiastically listened to the presentation about an overview and several programmes on studying in Japan. The participating Japanese universities also presented their features and strong points, and thereafter further explanations were made for the participants at each desk outside the Hall during the time for individual consultations. 

Individual Consultation with participants
Individual Consultation with participants

  **The Japanese Universities and Other related Organizations that participated in this Fair (9)(in random order)   

  - Hokkaido University

  - Shibaura Institute of Technology

  - Tokyo University of Agriculture

  - Tokyo University of Foreign Studies

  - Utsunomiya University

  - International University of Japan

  - Kyoto University

 

- Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports Science and Technology (MEXT) in Japan

- Japan Student Service Organization

**The Japanese Universities that Provided Information Kits (20) (in random order) 

- Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine

- Otaru University of Commerce

- Tohoku University, Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering

- University of Tsukuba

- The University of Tokyo, Graduate School of Public Policy

- Ochanomizu University

- Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology

- Tokyo Metropolitan University

- Tokyo International University

- Sophia University

- Yokohama National University

- Shinshu University

- Toyohashi University of Technology

- Doshisha Business School, Global Business and Management Studies

- Kansai University

- Ritsumeikan University

- Kyushu University

- Nagasaki University

- Kyushu Institute of Technology

- Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University

The Fair was a great success mainly due to the warm and generous support from Addis Ababa University, all the participating Japanese universities and organizations, and all the other participants! We, Hokkaido University Africa Office in Lusaka, appreciate all their efforts from the bottom of our heart.

Co-organizers:

Addis Ababa University

Patronages:

Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports Science and Technology (MEXT) in Japan

Embassy of Japan in Ethiopia

Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Nairobi Research Station in Kenya

Cf: Article of this Fair at Addis Ababa University HP

With students at Sandford International School
With students at Sandford International School

※As the side event of the Ethio-Japan Academic and Student Exchange Fair, Study-in-Japan Seminar was held at Sandford International School, Addis Ababa, which is one of the top-level schools in Ethiopia and out of whose graduates 90% go to study abroad. This seminar was participated by Hokkaido University, Kyoto University, Shibaura Institute of Technology, and Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO). Although it was a short time during their lunch break, we had a good interaction with 44 students in attendance and this was followed by very informative and stimulating discussion with the college counselor concerning difference of admission criteria between two countries. We appreciate the support from Sandford International School and all participants. 

Attendance at The 3rd SAJU Forum on 15th-16th July 2017

Representatives at the 3rd SAJU Forum
Representatives at the 3rd SAJU Forum

The 3rd South Africa – Japan University (SAJU) Forum was held at Odaiba, Tokyo from July 15th to 16th. President Toyoharu NAWA and Prof. Masahiro OKUMURA, Director of the Hokkaido University Africa Office in Lusaka attended the event.

Until now, two SAJU forums have been held to establish frameworks for academic collaboration between South Africa and Japan in higher education; the first one was held at Hiroshima in 2007 and the second one at Cape Town in 2008. For the third one this year, around three hundred representatives from twenty-five Japanese universities, twenty-one South African universities, and officials of the government and industry participated. 

Presentation by Prof. OKUMURA
Presentation by Prof. OKUMURA

This year, under the main theme ”Cooperation between South African and Japanese universities towards achieving sustainable development goals (SDG),” there were keynotes by specialists from industries, the government, and universities from Japan and South Africa. This was followed by four parallel sessions dedicated to “Environment and Energy,” “Health,” “Education, Humanity and Society” and ”Agriculture and Food.” In each session, participants and panelists discussed ways for universities in Japan and South Africa to collaborate in the future to solve global and local problems and achieve set SDGs. 

Wrap up by President NAWA and South African Chair
Wrap up by President NAWA and South African Chair

President NAWA chaired the “Environment and Energy” session and discussion which followed. The session consisted of presentations by seven Japanese universities and six South African universities about their activities in preserving the environment and energy. As one of the chairmen, President NAWA acted as facilitator and summarized the session. Prof. OKUMURA was one of the presenters for the session and introduced prospective research collaborations between Hokkaido University and the South African region. In his presentation, he talked about the university’s Science and Technology Research Partnership for Sustainable Development (SATREPS) and their project titled “Visualization of Impact of Chronic/Latent Chemical Hazard and Geo-Ecological Remediation.” This project is led by Prof. Mayumi ISHIZUKA and Prof. Toshifumi IGARASHI. His presentation also included other research activities undertaken with researchers in South Africa as follows;

  1.  “Indoor airborne radioactivity measurement near mine tailings in West Rand, SA” by Associate Prof. Kazuhiro TOYODA, Faculty of Environmental Earth Science.
  2.  “Is DDT really safe for vector control? Bio-hazard control vs. Chemical-hazard” by Associate Prof. Yoshinori IKENAKA, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

  Afterwards, President NAWA and the South African chairman wrapped up the session and expressed their expectations that future collaborations between Japan and South Africa will put to practical use the technical strength of Japan and resources of South Africa.

Study-in-Japan Educational Seminar at Chengelo School

On 31st May 2017, we had a event at Chengelo School, Mkushi, Zambia. Chengelo School welcomed and supported us so much. 50 sixth form (A level) students came to attend our seminar and listened attentively to our talk. After the seminar, two of students showed us around their beautiful campus, where we enjoyed walking.

We heard more than half graduates of this school usually go to study abroad. We believe our event made an opportunity for them to get an interest in studying in Japan!! 

Study-in-Japan Educational Seminar at National High Schools

Study-in-Japan Educational Seminars were held to promote Study-in-Japan at National High Schools in Zambia. On 17th May, it was held at David Kaunda National Technical High School (DK) in Lusaka. Around 150 students came and enjoyed our talk. On 22nd May, it was also held at Hillcrest National Technical High School in Livingstone. Around 200 students attended and asked many questions lively. With the wonderful support from DK and Hillcrest staff, and Embassy of Japan in Zambia, these event were a great success.  

 

One of alumnus from DK who is currently studying in Japan, gave a video speech. It entertained high school students so much. 

 

※Some information about Study-in-Japan which we provide at our seminars is here

 

Study-in-Japan Educational Seminar at UNZA 2017

Study-in-Japan Educational Seminar was held at University of Zambia (UNZA) on 26th April, 2017 at NELT (New Education Lecture Theatre),  School of Education, UNZA.

 

With the wonderful support from UNZA and Embassy of Japan in Zambia, it provided a great opportunities to all participants for considering Study-in-Japan. Total of participants was around 200.

 

The participants also enjoyed the attractive presentation by one of their peer who has studied at Hokkaido University.

Cf: Japanese Government Scholarship

GHANA AND JAPAN STUDENT EXCHANGE -2017 FAIR               at Great Hall, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana on 15th Feb.

1. Joint Workshop (9:00-12:30)

It was held for academic and administrative university staff in order to strengthen collaboration/partnership of universities between Ghana and Japan. Participating universities in Ghana such us University of Ghana, University of Cape Coast and University of Health and Allied Sciences had opportunities to enter into future academic collaboration and students exchange with the universities in Japan, namely Hokkaido University, International University of Japan, Kanazawa University, Kyoto University, Mie University, Tokyo Medical & Dental University, Tsukuba University (Tsukuba University took part in a teleconference) especially during the free group discussion time. 

2. Seminar on Study-in-Japan

(14:00-17:00)

It was held for students and graduates of universities in Ghana, pupils and career masters of high schools in Ghana, faculties and university staff, etc.

The Japanese universities, namely Hokkaido University, International University of Japan, Kyoto University, Mie University, Tokyo Medical & Dental University, Kanazawa University came to explain the details of and opportunities at their universities. Embassy of Japan in Ghana, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) and Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Nairobi Research Station in Kenya provided the information of their scholarship systems. Alumni who studied in Japan universities gave a talk about their experiences in Japan, which got the participants excited.

They also held individual consultations for participants. Furthermore, brochures and pamphlets for display and distribution was also provided by 21 universities in Japan as follows (listed in random order);

1)  Tokyo International University

2)  Niigata University of Health and Welfare

3)  Yamagata University

4)  Yokohama National University

5)  Kindai University

6)  Ritsumeikan University

7)  Otaru University of Commerce

8)  Sophia University

9)  Doshisha University

10) Tokyo University of Foreign Studies

11) The University of Tokyo

12) University of the Ryukyus

13) Saitama University

14) Kyushu University

15) Akita University

16) Tsuda College

17) Hirosaki University

18) Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology

19) Okayama University 

20) Kyushu Institute of Technology

21) University of Tsukuba

With the warm and generous support from University of Ghana, every participant university from Japan, and all scholars and students who participated in this fair, it was an emphatic success! Total of participants for the workshop was about 70 and for the seminar, about 450. We, Hokkaido University Africa Office in Lusaka, appreciated all their efforts from the bottom of our heart.

Co-organizers:

  • University of Ghana
  • Ghana Alumni of Japanese Universities (GAJU)
  • Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Nairobi Research Station in Kenya

Patronages:

  • Embassy of Japan in Ghana
  • Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports Science and Technology (MEXT) in Japan

Cf: Advertisement and Article of this Fair on University of Ghana HP

Cf: Programme of this Fair⇒Work Shop (Morning Session), Seminar (Afternoon Session) 

※As the pre-event of the Ghana and Japan Exchange Student -2017 Fair, Study in Japan Educational Seminar 2017 was held at Presbyterian Boy's Senior High School, Accra, which is one of top-level schools in Ghana, especially in filed of science. This seminar was 

participated by Hokkaido University, Kyoto University, Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) and Embassy of Japan in Ghana. The total of attendees was about 130 students, who listened the seminar with attention. We appreciate the support from Presbyterian Boy's Senior High School, Ghana Education Service, and all participants.

Study in Japan Fair 2016 at University of Nairobi, Kenya on 26th October

The programme for this fair was as follows:

 

     1.   9:00-12:30, The Joint Workshop

It was held for academic and administrative university staff in order to strengthen collaboration/partnership of universities between Kenya and Japan at Central Catering Unit [CCU].

 

2.    14:00- 17:00, The Seminar and Exposition on Study-in-Japan

It was held for students and general public at Edu 8.4.4. Multi-Purpose Hall.

The Japanese universities, namely Hokkaido University, International University of Japan, Nagasaki University, Nagoya University, Okayama University, and Toyo University came to explain the details of and opportunities at their universities. They held Individual Consultations for participants from 15:30. 

With the wonderful support from University of Nairobi, every participant university from Japan, and all scholars and students who participated in our fair, it was a great success!!! Total of participants was more than 500. We, Hokkaido University Africa Lusaka Office, appreciated all efforts from them.

cf: University of Nairobi HP

 

 

Japanese Language Class (Nov. 2016~)

We support the Japanese Language Class at University of Zambia.
If you have any interest in learning Japanese, please join us.
Level 1 starts on 22nd Nov. 13:00-
Every Friday 13:00-15:00 for 10 weeks. 1st & 2nd week will have classes on Tuesday and Friday.
Level 2 (Conversation class) starts on 24th Nov. 14:00-
Every Thursday 14:00-16:00 for 10 weeks.
Venue: Department of Literature and Languages Seminar Room, School of Education Building, 1st Floor
Fees: K150 for Students/ K400 for Others

Contact Information:
  - Department of Literature & Languages, Dr. Sande NGALANDE
                         0976134774 / sande.ngalande@unza.zm
  - Hokkaido University Lusaka Office, Dr. Midori DAIMON
                         0963019815 / unzajapanese@gmail.com

 

Memorandum of Understanding with University of Pretoria, 29th August, 2016

(From the left) Prof. REDDY, Prof. YAMAGUCHI, Prof. HARTELL
(From the left) Prof. REDDY, Prof. YAMAGUCHI, Prof. HARTELL

The signing ceremony of the memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Hokkaido University (Hokudai) and University of Pretoria (UP) was held at Hatfield Campus, University of Pretoria, in the Republic of South Africa. From Hokudai side, it was attended by the President, Prof. Keizo YAMAGUCHI, our Director, Prof. Masahiro OKUMURA and our Study Abroad Coordinators Mr. Satoshi NAKAMURA and Dr. Noriko NARISAWA. 

 

UP is one of the greatest universities in South Africa, which has 9 faculties and 1 business school, and more than 50,000 students including around 4,500 international students. Hokudai has established partnerships and collaborations with UP through researchers of Veterinary Medicine and Engineering. In March 2015, when Vice Chancellor of UP, Prof. Cheryl de la Rey visited Japan, she met with Vice President of Hokudai, Prof. Ichiro UEDA, and recognized the need for the two universities to develop the academic exchange agreement. In September 2015, a Study-in-Japan Fair in UP was held by our then office member, Associate Prof. Keiji YAMAGUCHI and current Lecturer, Mr. NAKAMURA as one of the activities under “Study-in-Japan Coordinator Project.” At the Fair, the two universities discussed opportunities for mutual studies and potential collaboration, which resulted into the conclusion of MOU. 

(From the left) Prof. YAMAGUCHI, Dr. NARISAWA, Mr. NAKAMURA, Prof. OKUMURA
(From the left) Prof. YAMAGUCHI, Dr. NARISAWA, Mr. NAKAMURA, Prof. OKUMURA

The ceremony was attended by the Director of Center for Japanese Studies, Prof. Cycil G. HRTELL, Dean of Faculty of Humanities, Prof. Vasu REDDY and Dean of Faculty of Education, Prof. Chika SEHOOLE from UP. Furthermore, the Minister-Counselor of Japanese Embassy in South Africa, Mr. Shuichiro KAWAGUCHI participated and gave complimentary remarks. There were almost twenty participants from Japan and South Africa. This MOU would promote and enhance academic exchange in education and other studies between the two universities.

Attendance at TICADⅥ, 28th August 2016

Our Director, Prof. OKUMURA, our Study Abroad Coordinators, Mr. NAKAMURA and Dr. NARISAWA attended the Sixth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICADⅥ), which was held in Nairobi, Kenya, on 27th and 28th August. Over 11,000 people participated in TICADⅥ, including the representatives of 53 African countries as well as international and regional organizations, the private sector, and NGOs. From Hokkaido University (Hokudai), adding to our director and study abroad coordinators, the President of Hokudai, Prof. Keizo YAMAGUCHI and the Director of Research Center for Zoonosis Control (CZC) of Hokudai, Prof. Yasuhiko SUZUKI also attended.

 

We made a poster which showed the activities of Hokudai in Africa and introduced our activities including ‘Study-in-Japan Coordinator Project’ to attendees of TICADⅥ. Prof. Takahiro MORIO from University of Tsukuba in Japan also presented the activities of his university and Japan-Africa Academic Network (JAAN). During the session of TICADⅥ, Prof. YAMAGUCHI made statements and presented the activities of Hokudai including the studies of infectious disease and the training of young African researchers as Zoonosis Control Experts at CZC.

 

In next TICAD what shall we show? Our effort in Africa will be continued…

 

Cf: Related Articles from Hokkaido University News No. 751 (in Japanese)

Research Center for Zoonosis Control (CZC) of Hokudai Website (in English)

2015-2016 Hokkaido University Guidebook

 

The latest edition of "Hokkaido University Guidebook 2015-2016" has been published and uploaded to the website below:

 

Hokkaido University Guidebook

 

The Hokkaido University Guidebook is an annual publication consisting of a compilation of facts and figures about Hokkaido University, including information on our organizational structure, facilities, faculties and academic offerings. It provides comprehensive information on better understanding of Hokkaido University.

 

Other publications on the activities of Hokkaido University have been uploaded onto the page of "LINKS" ⇒ Click here

 

Official Opening Ceremony of Japanese Language Course at University of Zambia

29th November, 2013

 

University of Zambia and Hokkaido University Lusaka Office held the official opening ceremony of the Japanese Language Course on 29th November, 2013 at the School of Veterinary Medicine Main Lecture Theatre. The ceremony was carried out successfully with warm atmosphere in collaboration between Zambia and Japan under the theme: "Exchanging Cultural Experiences for Our Better Tomorrow".

This significant event was attended by the Vice Chancellor of University of Zambia, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Education, Science, Vocational Training and Early Education, the Ambassador of Japan to Zambia, the Director of Hokkaido University Lusaka Office, and the General Manager of Toshiba Corporation Johannesburg Representative Office.

The teaching of Japanese Language is held in the School of Veterinary Medicine seminar room which is next to our office. This course is an extension course which can be taken by not only students and staff of the University of Zambia but also persons outside of the University.

Furthermore, it was announced that the Senate of the University of Zambia has just approved a first year course of Japanese language called "Introductory Japanese Grammar" as an elective course that can be taken by any of the students especially those that are in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences and in the School of Education. This formal launch of Japanese education at the University of Zambia could be the first of it's kind in the history of Zambia and even in southern Africa.

At the ceremony, we had great opportunities including an official handover of training and learning equipment donated by Toshiba Corporation, and presentation of a short movie introducing Hokkaido University. There were also Zambian traditional dance performance by Munali Girls Secondary School, and Japanese traditional dance performance called "Soran Bushi" by Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers from JICA whose members introduced themselves in Zambian local languages individually. These interesting, colorful and energetic performances brought excitement and joy to the audience at the venue.

 

Further information on this event can be accessed on the following website of the Embassy of Japan in the Republic of Zambia;

http://www.zm.emb-japan.go.jp/en/topic/2013.11.29.Hokudai.E.htm
 

Japanese Language Course

21st October, 2013


University of Zambia in conjunction with Hokkaido University Lusaka Office has established a Japnese Language Course for beginners. The course is supported by Embassy of Japan in Zambia and Toshiba Corporation.

The course is going to start on 5th November at a seminar room next to our office in School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zambia.

If you are interested in taking this course, please don't hesitate to contact us.

 

Poster - UNZA Japanese Language Course 10/2013
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Flyer - UNZA Japanese Language Course 10/2013
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TICADV in Yokohama

3rd June, 2013

 

The fifth meeting of The Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICADV) was held in Yokohama on 1st to 3rd June and marks the 20th anniversary of the TICAD process.

The Prime Minister of Japan, Mr. Shinzo Abe, said, “Over the next five years, Japan will support African growth through public and private means of 3.2 trillion yen (approximately $32 billion), including ODA of around 1.4 trillion yen and other public and private resources of around 16 billion dollars.”

Announcing the Africa Business Education (ABE) Initiative for the youth as part of human resource development, Abe said, “We will offer undergraduate and graduate education to young people from Africa who come to study in Japan, and in addition we will simultaneously provide opportunities to work as interns at Japanese companies. This will be at a scale of 1,000 students over five years.”

 

Conclusions of Agreements with Copperbelt University

6th February, 2013

 

Hokkaido University concluded the agreement with Copperbelt University to promote educational and academic exchange and cooperation at Copperbelt University in Kitwe, Zambia.

Under the Academic Exchange Agreement, the two universities have also concluded the Memorandum of Understanding on Student Exchange. These are the first conclusions of the agreements achieved through the Hokkaido University Lusaka Office’s support and facilitation since the office was established.

 

Lusaka Office Opening Ceremony

28th August, 2012

 

Hokkaido University and University of Zambia have honorably launched the overseas office of Hokkaido University in Lusaka, the capital city of Republic of Zambia in 2012. The office is located at the center of excellence of science and technology in Africa, University of Zambia on the basis of a long lasting successful relationship between the two universities.

The two universities held a celebration party for this new monumental landmark for their collaboration at TajPamodzi Hotel Lusaka on 27th August, 2012 and its official opening ceremony at SamoraMachel School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zambia on the following day, 28th August. As Hokkaido University expands its activities for constructing the global network of knowledge, the regional office in Lusaka will disseminate the information of its scientific activities to higher educational institutes in the region of Africa for its publicity.

Our office aims to provide necessary information and support for African students and researchers who wish to study in Hokkaido, Japan, and encourage research collaboration between Hokkaido University and African institutions.