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Incorporated Educational Institution Tokiwa University, a private institution focusing on open learning, recently celebrated the 100th anniversary of its founding. Looking ahead to its next century of operation, it continues to maintain focus on its mission to develop individuals who think and act from a global perspective. Stressing self-reliance and providing ample learning opportunities, Tokiwa University cultivates such talented people to grow to become contributing members of society. In this, Tokiwa University continues to uphold its purpose and aim to be an institution of higher education open to the world. Suppose the first universities in medieval Europe were built from the desire to create international places of learning. In that case, it could be said that such universities open to the world are indeed the origin of educational institutions as they are today. The principles upon which these origins were built overlap with the educational principles of this university: Independence, Creativity, and Sincerity. As was with the original universities in Europe, universities today serve as a gathering place for independent-minded people worldwide to sincerely study to improve their intelligence and abilities, deepen their knowledge, and eventually set out into the world. Founded on these same ideals, Tokiwa University has carried these principles for 100 years as unwavering cornerstones in an ever-changing society. With roots in the local community and as a center for Ibaraki culture and information, Tokiwa University strives to increase international and regional unification opportunities. Individuals who think and act globally must also be self-aware members of society who can understand the role the community plays in the world and how the two are interlinked. Believe in your ability and open a new era. Tokiwa supports individual learning. Tokiwa University, Miyo Morosawa, was heavily influenced by Yukichi Fukuzawa and believed that school is the place for people to discover and develop their various and irreplaceable abilities. School is not only a place where one is taught. It is a place where one proactively studies. A school's duties are to draw out the ideas and actions of students and create an environment where individual abilities blossom. This is a universal concept that is understood even today. So, what is fascinating about the environment we call "Tokiwa"? We offer an educational style that harmonizes culture and expertise. We offer students the ability to cycle through liberal arts education and develop their disciplinary research and outlook. We also offer them the ability to break their shell and cultivate the force to cut through the unknown. Our campus is equipped with facilities for students to utilize during their daily pursuit of knowledge, from those that facilitate the improvement of English skills to those that aid in acquiring other skills and qualifications. Our university system is designed from the commitment to support students in all of their endeavors. Most importantly, we provide students with a free environment where they can pursue their studies volitionally. We believe that new knowledge is born from the freedom and enjoyment of studying. By finding enjoyment in learning, people can awaken and grow. Confidence is born from the lessons and experiences gained through facing challenges. View full university