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Applying ICU's Japanese Language and English Literature Learnings to Shape a Career in Words
Heidi KarinoOwner of Kotonoha Bloom
2003 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Humanities) -
Kaori Shimazaki's Entrepreneurial Journey
Kaori ShimazakiCEO, SAKE Generation, Inc.
2000 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Social Sciences) -
In Pursuit of “My Passion” and “Making the World a Better Place” -- Discovery of the World of Fermentation
Lina SakaiFounder & CEO, Fermenstation Co., Ltd.
1995 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (International Relations) -
Going to ICU is Connected to Why I Work as a Conductor
Yoshihiro HanaokaConductor
Graduated from ICU College of Liberal Arts, Division of Humanities (then) in March 2002 -
Enjoying Japanese art in the world with ICU's open-mind approach
Koto SadamuraCurator of the Israel Goldman Collection
Visiting Researcher in the Department of Asia, British Museum
Graduated from the ICU College of Liberal Arts, June 2005 -
Asking about the waste we throw away each day could bring hidden issues to light.
Momona OtsukaChief Environmental Officer,
BIG EYE COMPANY Co.,Ltd
Kami Katsu Zero Waste Center
2020 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Major:Public Policy, Minor:Environmental Studies) -
I want you to have confidence you can change the world.
Keisuke HanyudaManaging Director & CEO, Owls Consulting Group, Inc.
2000 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Social Sciences) -
Seeking to Unravel the Mysteries of the Genes that Control Aging and Longevity to Support Human Health
Ayane MaruichiPhD candidate in Endocrinology (G3), University of California, Berkeley
B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Major in Biology), ICU College of Liberal Arts Division of Arts and Sciences, March 2020
M.A. in Natural Sciences (5-year Program), ICU, March 2021 -
Encountering the Path of Research in the Liberal Arts
Mayako ShibagakiMaster’s Program (Second Year Graduate Student), Harvard University
BA, ICU, June 2020 -
The liberal arts continue to impact my work
Matthias SchepersPresident and Representative Director of Volkswagen Group Japan and Brand Director of Audi Japan
1997 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (International Relations) -
How the Free Academic Environment at ICU Helped Me Find My Authentic Self
Mari NiwaCofounder and CHO (Chief Happiness Officer) Ideal Leaders Co., Ltd.
2005 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Science) -
The “Sense of Appreciation” Born of a Liberal Arts Education Will Lead to World Peace
Tamami HotsukiExecutive Officer, NPO MIRATUKU
2003 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (International Relations) -
Critical Thinking and Liberal Arts Lay the Foundations for Tackling Complex Environmental Problems and Sustainability Challenges
TOBAI, SadayosiChief Executive Officer, WWF Japan
1990 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Biology) -
Creating a Society Where Left-Behind Children Can Move Forward in Life
Mio KojimaExecutive Director, AIDS Orphan Support NGO PLAS
2006 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (International Relations) -
Weaving Local History and Culture into Cuisine,
Yutaka Kitazaki
an Approach Nurtured by ICU's Liberal Arts EducationExecutive Chef and Food Creator,
Culinary Operations, Jiyujin Inc.
1996 B.A., Arts and Sciences (Humanities) -
“Ability to Think by Yourself” “Ability to Find Problems and Solve Them” Nurture the Skills and Mindset Required to Operate Successfully in Any Environment.
Daniel SilvaT&C Strategy & Operations Manager,
Amazon Web Services, Inc.
2010 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (International Relations) -
Bringing Japanese Animation to a Global Audience Using a Solid Foundation of Skills Cultivated at ICU
Akane HaginoDeputy General Manager
New Office Relocation Project, Administration Division
Sunrise Inc.
2003 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Languages)
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Acknowledge Diversity and Take a Step Back to Survey the Whole Scene
Misaki N. Natsuaki, Ph.D.Associate Professor, University of California, Riverside
1998 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Education)
2001 M.A. in ICU Graduate School of Education -
A tireless devotion to international cooperation
Harumi KodamaRepresentative, Japanese Representative Office, Asian Development Bank
1992 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Social Sciences)
1994 M.A. in ICU Graduate School of Public Administration -
Learn values not influenced by any country
Lee UtsumiOwner of Lee's Bread
1986 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (humanities) -
Desire to convey Japan’s charm to the world through daikagura
Michiyo KagamiDaikagura performer
2000 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Social Sciences)
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Creating business where “aspiration” and “will” can shine
Hideki FukamachiCEO, GEMSTONE Inc.
Business Producer and Management Coach
2003 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (International Relations) -
Developing ability to pursue research in the real world where there is no dichotomy between arts and sciences
Yasu MoritaAssociate Professor, University of Massachusetts Amherst
1992 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Biology) -
Continuously taking on the challenge to see how far I can go in a global business
Kazumi NoyamaStore manager, IKEA Japan K.K.
2006 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Social Sciences)
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For a future where everyone can fully utilize his/her own genetic information
Tomohiro TakanoCo-Founder & CEO, AWAKENS, Inc.
2011 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Social Sciences)
2013 M.A. in ICU Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (Public Economics in Public Policy and Social Research Program) -
The OriHime business requires knowledge in both the arts and sciences
Aki YukiCo-founder, COO of Ory Lab Inc.
2012 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (major in economics) -
It’s important to take action yourself if you disagree with something
Yukiko MutoExecutive Officer of Uber Japan, Co., Ltd. President of Uber Eats, Japan
1998 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Social Sciences) -
Elevate our humanity with advanced digital technology
Nobutaka (Nobu) IdePresident and CEO Wacom Co. Ltd., Japan
1993 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Social Sciences)
1995 M.A. in ICU Graduate School of Public Administration -
To solve the unsolved mysteries of the universe
Kazuhiro SekiguchiProfessor, Division of Optical and Infrared Astronomy, National Astronomical Observatory of Japan
1981 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Physics) -
Important to Understand Distinguishing Features and Values of Each Country
Tobias StahlLocalization Project Manager, Localization Division, Square Enix Co., Ltd.
1997 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (International Relations) -
Director, UN WFP Japan Relations Office
1996 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (International Relations) -
Supply Chain and Procurement division, en world Japan K. K.
2009 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Languages) -
Representative, Kizuki Group (Kizuki Co., Ltd., and NPO Kizuki )
Graduated from the then Division of International Studies College of Liberal Arts, in 2008 -
Director, lyricist, Casting Director, representative of the UPS ACADEMY, which nurtures actors for the global stage
1969 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Languages) -
Culinary Specialist
1989 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Languages)
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Cognizant Japan KK
Project Manager
Came to ICU from UC Davis in 1984 as an international exchange student to study for one year -
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Flight Operations, Boeing 737 Flight Crew Office, First Officer Japan Airlines Co. Ltd.
2008 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Education) -
Senior Liaison Associate, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Representation in Japan
1994 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Social Sciences),
1996 M.A. in ICU Graduate School of Public Administration -
Team Leader of Cell Function Research Team at RIKEN Center for Sustainable Resource Science,
1993 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Natural Sciences) -
Honorary Professor in History of Science at the University of Cambridge,
1986 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Humanities) -
NPO Free the Children Japan (FTCJ)
2014 B.A. in Arts and Sciences (Development Studies) -
President of Asia Rugby,
March 1974 Graduated of ICU’s College of Liberal Arts, Division of Education -
Director, Always Reading Caravan Association (NGO in Thailand)
Graduate of ICU’s College of Liberal Arts, Division of Languages (March 2007) -
H.E. Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Japan to the United Nations(at the time of interview),
March 1974 Graduate of ICU’s College of Liberal Arts, Division of Social Sciences. -
Representative Corporate Executive Officer, President and CEO of Sony Corporation,
March 1984 Graduate of ICU’s College of Liberal Arts, Division of Social Sciences -
Graduated University of Oxford June 2013,
Graduated ICU June 2011