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Department of Regional Future Studies
Faculty of Human Sciences
The strength to take a step forward.
Let's power ourselves up more. Find yourself more passionate about yourself. Let's take a step forward now for the benefit of people and society. That step will lead to the future of you and Hokkaido.
A leader in revitalizing the region
Aim to become a core coordinator!
- Learning about regional revitalization through practical studiesIn addition to fieldwork, the program is characterized by the wide range of subjects studied, including education, sociology, and business administration. Based on comprehensive partnership agreements with over 80 local governments and companies, the program offers practical learning through research and internships both in and outside of Hokkaido. Through practical learning, students hone their analytical skills and the ability to identify and solve problems and issues in the region.
- Plenty of opportunities to learn while interacting with othersSmall-group seminar-style lectures are held on campus from the first year, solidifying the foundations of learning while honing the planning, practical and communication skills required for local activities. In addition, numerous opportunities are provided for collaboration with a variety of people outside the campus, including fieldwork, to strengthen the communication and coordination skills that support the promotion of projects.
- There are many career options available, including public service, private companies, and various organizations.Many people imagine future careers as national or local government officials involved in urban development or education and cultural projects that take into account the characteristics of the region. In addition, you can expect to be active in a variety of fields, such as becoming the next generation of leaders and producers in the private sector who consider regional revitalization and SDGs from the perspective of economy and industry and take on the challenge of creating new value.
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June 17, 2026
[Challenge yourself with a student-led learning program!!]
On June 16th, a student-led learning program was implemented in the "Lifelong Learning Support Theory" course, led by third-year students from the Department of Regional Future Studies. Group B was in charge of this program, and the theme was "Internships." The third-year students handled all aspects of the program, from pre-event coordination to moderating the session. […]
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April 27, 2026
The 2026 fiscal year has begun!!
The 2026 academic year has begun, marking the third year of the Department of Regional Future Studies. We welcomed 27 new students and immediately began fieldwork. They strolled around the area surrounding the university, capturing scenes that caught their attention. Can you guess what each of them found particularly interesting? […]
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February 8, 2026
Eniwa Scenic Night
"Eniwa Scenic Night," held on February 7, 2026, is a local event where people enjoy a winter night by connecting the "Scenic Byway Hokkaido Shikotsu-Toya Niseko Route" with candlelight. People share photos and videos on social media and write candlelight messages of "hope [...]"
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