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Each of the approximately 50 universities and organizations that are members of the University Consortium Kyoto offers its own unique lifelong learning courses. This “University Relay Course,” which started in 2016, is held at Campus Plaza Kyoto in a relay format by each university in order to let citizens know about various unique courses that make use of the characteristics of each university, other than the courses that have been provided to Kyoto College so far.
Let’s experience more university courses ~ “University City Kyoto” is a learning campus
This year, courses will be offered by 10 universities. Take any course you like.
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free
Venue: Campus Plaza Kyoto
Please click here for details such as lecture dates, classrooms, capacity, etc.
2018 University Relay Lecture
Saturday, May 26, 2018 Hanazono University
“The Life of Buddha and His Thoughts”
Instructor: Kaoru Sasaki (Professor, Department of Buddhism, Faculty of Letters)
We will introduce the original Buddhist thought, which cannot be known just by looking at Buddhism in Japan, while tracing the life of Buddha. It is full of innovative wisdom on how to live that is useful in modern society.
Saturday, June 9, 2018 Kyoto Seika University
“Contemporary Literature and the Power of ‘Story’ ~Junichiro Tanizaki, The Tale of Genji, Haruki Murakami~”
Instructor: Atsushi Nishino (Full-time Lecturer, Faculty of Humanities)
Junichiro Tanizaki, in his controversy with Ryunosuke Akutagawa, argued that the Japan literature in which the most “interesting story” was “The Tale of Genji” was exhibited. From classic literature such as “The Tale of Genji” to Haruki Murakami’s “Kafka on the Shore” and Makoto Shinkai’s “Your Name” as examples, we will consider the nature of “storytelling” in modern times.
Saturday, July 28, 2018 Otani University
“Encounter with this application ~Through Shinran~”
Instructor: Akinobu Fujishima (Professor, Department of Shinshu Buddhism, Faculty of Letters)
For Shinran, the encounter was very significant. I met the Dharma, I met the Nembutsu, and I met the main wish of Amida Buddha. Shinran’s way of life changed greatly due to his encounter. I would like to ask you about the significance of such an encounter with this application in Shinran.
Saturday, August 25, 2018 Ryukoku University
“Learning Buddhism for the First Time Japan”
Instructor: Yasushi Noro (Associate Professor, Department of Buddhism, Faculty of Letters)
Buddhism was born in India about 2,500 years ago and has been the source of many people’s hearts and minds to this day. In this course, we will lecture on the characteristics of Buddhism that was transmitted to Japan in an easy-to-understand manner while introducing the writings of both of them, focusing on the ideas of Sasumi and Kukai, who represented the Heian period.
Saturday, September 15, 2018 Meiji International Medical University
“Wisdom of Oriental Medicine for a Healthy and Enjoyable Life ~What is a Regimen Life According to the Seasons?~”
Instructor: Kazunori Ito (Professor, Department of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Director, Acupuncture Center)
The word “regimen” means “to nourish life correctly” and refers to the oriental medical view of health according to the season. Therefore, in this course, we would like to learn together the oriental medical view of health necessary for a healthy and enjoyable life, and think together with you about tips for living a long life.
Saturday, October 6, 2018 Kyoto Bunkyo University
“Tara, Tara and Town Development ~Reading the History of Kyoto in the Landscape~”
Instructor: Daisuke Kobayashi (Full-time Lecturer, Faculty of Social Sciences)
It is said in history that “if” is forbidden, but if the castle towers of Nijo Castle and Yodo Castle had not been burned down in the middle of the 18th century, if Emperor Meiji had returned to Kyoto, if there had been no Lake Biwa Canal, if there had been no Pacific War, if there had been a streetcar, etc., I will fantasize about the scenery of Kyoto based on the taboo “tara, tara”.
Saturday, October 20, 2018 Doshisha Women’s University
“Miyako’s Historical Disaster ~Its Regional Characteristics and Challenges~”
Instructor: Taro Amano (Professor, Faculty of Contemporary Social Studies)
Many people may think that Kyoto has few earthquakes. There is also an image that the previous war that occurred in Kyoto was the Onin War. In fact, Kyoto has suffered a lot of fire and earthquake damage. We will trace the records of historical disasters using old maps and records, and introduce local disaster prevention education by our students.
Saturday, November 3, 2018 Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine
“Listening, talking, and drinking ~Learn how it works for your health~”
Instructor: Hiroshi Takenaka (President, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine)
Let’s think about the whole life of a human being, starting with listening, talking, and drinking (eating). What role do you think the ears, nose, oral cavity, and larynx play? Or do you know how they are related? Let’s study based on age-related changes.
Saturday, December 22, 2018 Kyoto Tachibana University
“Kumano Gaku Lecture 2018”
Instructor: “Kumano Faith and Kumano Nachi Taisha” Yozo Onari (Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine)
“Pilgrimage to Kumano in the Middle Ages” Taizo Noda (Professor, Department of History, Faculty of Letters)
The university has concluded a tripartite agreement with the town of Nachikatsuura in Wakayama Prefecture and is promoting cultural exchange and promotion activities in various forms. As part of this effort, we will deliver a history lecture on Kumano by the Miyaji of Kumano Nachi Taisha, which celebrated its 1700th anniversary in 2017, and faculty members of the Department of History of Kumano University.
Saturday, January 12, 2019 Kyoto Notre Dame Women’s University
“The cane that doesn’t fall is to fall!? ~Health promotion in the future~”
Instructor: Jun Sumimoto (Full-time Lecturer, Department of Child Education, Faculty of Contemporary Human Studies)
Let’s think about “growth” and “aging” from a multifaceted perspective when it comes to promoting the health of children and the elderly < the future > the future. While being aware of the similarities between the growth and development of children and the health promotion of the elderly, we plan to introduce “exercises using the mind and body” that can be enjoyed while sitting.
★ The content of the course is subject to change due to circumstances. Changes will be posted on the “NEWS” and “Important Notices” section of the University Consortium Kyoto website, as well as on the bulletin board in Campus Plaza Kyoto, so please check them.
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