Keio University is a private, comprehensive higher education institution located on six campuses spread across the Greater Tokyo area. It offers an environment of academic and research excellence in a wide range of fields, and includes a university hospital. Founded in 1858, it is Japan’s first modern institution of higher learning, and over the last century and a half it has established itself as a leader in Japan through its continued commitment to education, research and medicine.
Keio has its origins in the school of Western learning established by Yukichi Fukuzawa, a school which soon evolved into a major center of learning. As a highly respected educator and intellectual, Fukuzawa was one of the pioneers of modern Japan. He aspired for Keio to become a model and leader of society, stressing the importance of learning that is based on jitsugaku, or “science”. In today’s changing world, Keio upholds its founder’s spirit of science as it continues to fulfill his aspiration.
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Dive into the world of preserving and utilizing university-based cultural properties with our exclusive course. Explore the fascinating case study of Keio University's 'Ex-Noguchi Room' and discover how to protect, restore, and integrate these treasures into modern educational settings.
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Embark on a captivating exploration of how travelling books have been pivotal in fostering cultural relationships between Europe and Japan for centuries. This online course, presented by Keio University and the British Library, delves into the rich history of literary exchanges that continue to shape global connections today, even as we transition into the digital era.