From the “End Point” of Waste to the “Starting Point” of Circularity: Experiencing the Frontlines of the Circular Economy
How do we transition from a “take-make-waste” model to a truly regenerative system? Students from Shizenkan University’s new course, “Circular Economy: Designing the Future of Business, Economy and Society” recently completed a powerful field trip to the heart of Tokyo and Kawasaki’s industrial zones. Accompanied by faculty members Yu Kato and Akira Sakano, 15 current students and […]
【Social Innovators Scholarship】 Sho Imamura “Searching for a “personal axis” in confronting social issues – Learning through the constant interplay between inquiry and practice”
Sho Imamura (Class of 2027 | Vice President, Social Innovation Partners) The Social Innovators Scholarship is designed for practitioners who are actively working to address social issues and create social innovation. We spoke with Sho Imamura, the second recipient of the scholarship, who enrolled in August 2025. — First, could you please introduce yourself?My name […]
“Circular Leaders Scholarship” Applications Open
1. Purpose This scholarship program supports practitioners who embody Shizenkan University’s vision of “whole-person management leaders,” specifically those who are committed to transforming social and industrial systems to realize a circular economy.Rather than focusing solely on resource circulation or waste reduction, it is intended for leaders who aim to design and implement regenerative economic social […]
[EU-Shizenkan Scholarship Recipient Interview] Class of 2027 – Laetitia Da Costa: “Becoming a Bridge Between Europe and Japan: A New Journey at Shizenkan.”
overprint Laetitia Da Costa (Class of 2027 | Product Manager, Japan Experience) This scholarship is carried out with promotional cooperation from the Delegation of the EU to Japan. The scholarship provides financial support for applicants from EU countries, which aims to contribute to the promotion of friendship and continue strong economic ties between Japan and […]
Open Enrollment to the Future of Capitalism Program
The “Future of Capitalism” course invites participants to explore how the role of business is being redefined amid rapid social and environmental transformation. Through interactive discussions with internationally renowned thinkers, the program examines the urgent questions facing capitalism today—its limitations, its evolving expectations, and the innovative approaches reshaping responsible leadership. From purpose-led management to the […]
[Open enrollment] Non-Degree Program “Leadership and Negotiation”
We are pleased to announce that Shizenkan University is now accepting applications for non-degree students. Application Guidelines [Non-degree program] The non-degree program is a system that allows non-Master’s students to take some of the courses offered by Shizenkan’s Professional Master’s Program on a course-by-course basis. Students who complete the coursework can earn credits. The course being offered […]
[Open enrollment] Non-Degree Program “Global Management: Strategy, Organization and Leadership”
We are pleased to announce that Shizenkan University is now accepting applications for non-degree students. Application Guidelines [Non-degree program] The non-degree program is a system that allows non-Master’s students to take some of the courses offered by Shizenkan’s Professional Master’s Program on a course-by-course basis. Students who complete the coursework can earn credits. The course […]
Shizenkan Hosts Women Leaders Delegation Led by Ms. Carine de Meyere
On October 7, 2025, Shizenkan hosted on its campus a delegation of female leaders led by Ms. Carine de Meyere, founder of Women of the World. Adjunct Professor Yumiko Noda, Chairman and Director of Veolia Japan GK and Vice-Chairman of Keidanren, shared her leadership journey as an inspiring example of female success in Japan’s traditionally male-dominated […]