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2025 SD Joint Training Program
“Introduction to assertive (self-expression) training to build rich human relationships”
Applications are now being accepted.

We are now accepting applications for participation in the “Introduction to Assertion (Self-Expression) Training to Build Rich Human Relationships“. In this training, you can briefly learn about assertive communication methods to convey “things that are difficult to say” in half a day. We aim to acquire the skills to honestly convey one’s arguments while respecting the other person’s situation and feelings. We look forward to your participation!

【Lecturer】 Insource Co., Ltd. Yukari Takeuchi
【Date and Time】 Friday, December 19, 2025 13:00~16:00
【Venue】Campus Plaza Kyoto » Access
Up to 10 years of service (even those who are not eligible can participate)
【Participation fee】Member schools: 4,000 yen (10,000 yen for those other than those listed on the left) *An invoice will be sent.
[Capacity] 25 people (first-come, first-served)
【Application Deadline】December 5, 2025 (Friday) 17:00
【Training Overview】 Introduction to assertive “self-expression” training to build rich human relationships
Organizer: University Consortium Kyoto


【For Students/Faculty and Staff】5/16 (Sat.) “TOEFL iBT® Test Skill Up Seminar” Applications Now Open



Continuing from last year, for university students/faculty and staff belonging to member universities of the University Consortium Kyoto,
We will hold a TOEFL iBT® Test Skill Improvement Seminar by ETS certified trainers.
A unique opportunity to learn the essence of study methods that can help you with the TOEFL iBT testSo please join us.
*This year, it will be held online using Zoom, so you can participate from home.

 

The TOEFL iBT® test is one of the world’s most successful tests designed to measure the proficiency of non-native English speakers. It comprehensively measures the four skills of reading, listening, speaking, and writing.
TOEFL iBT® test scores are widely used by more than 11,500 universities, graduate schools, and educational institutions in 160 countries around the world for study abroad and entrance examinations.
In this seminar, ETS certified trainers will explain not only the basics of the TOEFL iBT® test, but also more effective ways to study to improve your score, using past questions.

 

 

Date & Time:

Saturday, May 16, 2026 10:00~13:00

Embodiment:

Online (Zoom)
* Please prepare an Internet environment that can access the online course and a computer with a camera and microphone function, and access from a convenient location.

Target:

Only students/faculty members belonging to member universities of the University Consortium Kyoto

Capacity:

50 (first-come, first-served basis)
* Please note that it will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached.

Lecturer:

U.S. ETS Certified Trainer
Prof. Chiaki Taoka (Associate Professor, Center for Common English Education, Kobe Jogakuin University )

Contents:

・ How to study for the TOEFL test

– Summary and preparation of each section of the revised TOEFL iBT test

（Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing）

・Effective study methods and teaching materials for the TOEFL iBT® test

*Lectures will be conducted in Japanese.

*This seminar is for those who are just starting to study for the TOEFL or those who have taken the test and are aiming to further improve their scores.

 

Co-organizers: University Consortium Kyoto / ETS Japan G.K.

Contact:
[TOEFL® Test Japan Office]
ETS Japan G.K. https://www.toefl-ibt.jp/test_takers/
Email: event■etsjapan.jp (Please change ■ to @.) ）

【For Students】2026 Presentation on Kyoto in English Implementation Overview

“What is the charm of Kyoto?” “What kind of country is Japan?” Why don’t you actually experience traditional Japanese culture and learn the know-how of English presentations so that you can introduce them in English when asked by people from overseas?
Students who are planning to study abroad, are interested in studying abroad in the future, or want to explain about Kyoto and Japan to overseas people in Japan, and who are not good at English presentations! Why don’t you learn English while having fun with like-minded friends beyond the boundaries of your university?　
🌸🌸 Overview 🌸🌸 of “Presentation of Kyoto in English”

Through the experience of traditional culture in Kyoto and Japan, a total of seven half-day training sessions will be held to acquire presentation skills in English.

◎Training dates and scheduled contents (7 sessions in total):
1. Saturday , May 23, 2026 :(1) Ice Break, Introduction to Japan and Kyoto ~Learning about Japan and Kyoto in English~
(2) Learn expressions related to traditional Japanese culture in English
2. Saturday, May 30, 2026: Temple tour and classroom study *Visit a temple related to the imperial family, which is usually closed to the public.
3. Saturday , June 6, 2026: Traditional Culture Experience I. (1) Tea Ceremony Experience (2) Tea Ceremony Culture in English
4. Saturday, June 13, 2026: Guided experience at the temple zazen meditation city walking mission (international student exchange meeting)
*We will walk around the city in a group while guiding international students in English!
5. Saturday , June 20, 2026 : Traditional Culture Experience II (1) Flower Arrangement Experience (2) Flower Arrangement Experience Review in English, City Walking Mission Report
6. Saturday , June 27, 2026 : Presentation English Manuscript Correction Course (Online only)
7. Saturday , July 4, 2026: Individual English Presentation

◎Time: 13:00~16:30 (with breaks)

◎Location: Campus Plaza Kyoto, etc. (Transportation within Kyoto City is available depending on the content of the training)

◎Eligibility: All of the following conditions must be met.
1. Be a Japanese student at a member university, graduate school, or junior college of the University Consortium Kyoto (undergraduate, master’s, doctoral degree is not required)
2. Be able to participate in all training sessions
3. Your English score must be one of the following:
　 IELTS 5.0 or above / TOEFL iBT 50 or higher / TOEIC 600 points / Eiken level 2 or higher
4. Interested in international exchange and cross-cultural understanding

◎Capacity: 20 people *First-come, first-served basis　
◎Course fee: 5,000 yen (total amount for all 7 sessions, including reference materials and actual expenses for exercises)
*Please pay in cash (as much as possible) on the first May 23 (Sat).
*Please bear the transportation costs related to transportation during the course.
◎Application period: April 9, 2026 (Thursday) noon application start ~ May 9, 2026 (Saturday) noon deadline
　　　 We will send an email to all applicants with details after May 9th.
◎Application Instructions: Please apply from the application button below.

In charge of international collaboration projects, University Consortium Kyoto
TEL 075-353-9164　FAX 075-353-9101
〒600-8216 Campus Plaza Kyoto, Shimogyo-ku, Nishidoin-dori Shiokoji, Kyoto
*Window reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

◎Please see the Kyoto Pre from previous years from this Facebook!
We look forward to your application!

Notice of recruitment of “Learning town collaboration project (standard frame) that connects students and the community in Reiwa 8”

１. Business Overview

Kyoto City and the University Consortium Kyoto implements the “Learning Town Collaboration Project Connecting Students and the Community” in which universities, students, and the community collaborate to provide support funds to projects and projects that work on urban development and regional revitalization in Kyoto.
We look forward to learning in the field of practice through activities that work together with local organizations to tackle local issues and participate in the efforts of local organizations to support their movements.
It has been implemented since 16, and this year will be the 23rd year.

 

 

 

 

 

 

　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

[Reiwa 8 “School Town Collaboration Project Connecting Students and Communities (Standard Frame)” Recruitment Guidelines]

２. Target Organizations

An organization or group (*) that is a member of the University Consortium Kyoto member universities and junior colleges, and the majority of its members are students and the representative is a student. If the group consists of students from multiple universities, it is acceptable if the majority of the students are students from Kyoto member universities and junior colleges of the University Consortium.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　*University departments, laboratories, seminars, clubs, student circles (circles composed of students from multiple universities are also acceptable), etc.

< precautions>
As a general rule, only one project can be applied for from the same organization or group. If there are multiple applications, it may be adopted as a single project or rejected. In addition, even if the application is from another organization or group, if it is considered to be the same business, we will make a decision on how to handle it after confirming the purpose of the project and the necessary confirmation of the affiliated organizations.
* If you are unsure of your decision, please contact us. We will consider it according to the specific details of the application.

３. Target Businesses

With the aim of solving local issues and revitalizing the city of Kyoto, projects that are implemented in Kyoto City during the fiscal year and that meet the following requirements are eligible.
However, political activities, religious activities, activities that promote specific ideas, violent or destructive activities, commercial businesses, etc. are excluded.

[Requirements]
(1) A project in which organizations and groups work in cooperation and collaboration with the local community (resident organizations, civic activity groups, business operators, etc. mainly working in the Kyoto City area),Students take the initiative to carry out activities.

*For new businesses, those that can be expected to collaborate with the local community in the future are also acceptable.
Please contact us if you have not decided on a specific partner at the time of application.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　*Projects that are worked on in collaboration and collaboration are activities that work together with local organizations to tackle local issues and participate in the movements of local organizations and support those movements. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 *Administrative agencies may be included in the cooperative destination, but cooperation with only administrative agencies is not possible.
Examples: Health and welfare, social education, community development, promotion of academics, culture, arts or sports, environmental conservation,
Research in various fields such as community safety, citizen lectures, events, etc.

(2) Those who have not received any subsidies or subsidies from Kyoto City other than the Gakumachi Collaboration Project.

４. Amount and number of donations

Up to 300,000 yen / About 10-15 cases

*In addition, at the achievement report meeting scheduled to be held in March 9, we will award the implementing organization (1 organization) of the project that was recognized as the most outstanding (certificate, trophy, and activity incentive of 100,000 yen will be issued separately).

５. About the application

(1) Application period

April 1, Reiwa 8 (Wed) ~ May 30 (Sat) 13:00
*Submission of documents is data only, and paper submission is not required.

(2) Reiwa 8 Business Recruitment Briefing Session *Held online

Date and time: (1) Friday, April 17, Reiwa 8 18:30〜
(2) Friday, May 8, Reiwa 8, 18:30〜
We also accept questions about how to write an application.

　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

(3) How to apply

Step 1 Before You Start Writing Your Application

We recommend reading the master plan of the administrative district in which the activity will be carried out! In addition, please listen to the opinions of local people and related government agencies as much as possible regarding the background of the project implementation and the needs of the community. If you have any questions about the basic plan of the ward or points to keep in mind when working in the community, you can also consult with the Regional Power Promotion Office of each ward office or branch.
In addition to reconfirming and sharing your objectives and achievement goals, let’s discuss and think once again within the group whether the business content you are thinking about is the best way to achieve your objectives. In addition, for continuing projects, let’s thoroughly summarize the efforts made so far and organize the points for improvement and novelty so that they can be reflected in the application form.

Step 2 Let’s write an application!

Download the application form from the following>
● Reiwa 8 Recruitment Guidelines
● Reiwa 8 “School Town Collaboration Project Connecting Students and Communities (Standard Frame)” Application Form (Microsoft Word)
● Application Example

Points to fill in

★ Let’s check the judging criteria!
Let’s find out what criteria are used to judge the case.

★ What is the purpose of implementing the business? Write down the purpose and the need for the region.
In step 1, the group that listened to the opinions of local people and ward offices should also write the contents.

★ Who are you working with (or planning to work with)? What is the role of each? Let’s be specific.
The Gakumachi Collaboration emphasizes learning that can be obtained by collaborating with the university, students, and the community toward the same goal. Let’s write carefully about what kind of role the partner will play.

If you have trouble writing application documents…
If you have any concerns or questions, such as “I want to improve my internet environment, but can I use the support funds?”, please feel free to contact the University Consortium Kyoto. We also accept consultations by phone, email, and online.

Step 3 Register your business outline

Please use the form below to register your business overview.

 

Step 4 Submit Application Documents

Please fill out the (1) application form (Microsoft WORD) downloaded in step 2 of this page and (2) reference materials (if any) and submit them using the submission form below.
(1) Application document data (Microsoft WORD)
(2) Reference material data (up to about 10 pages converted to A4 size. Please submit it as a PDF. *Only if there is
*Submission in paper format is not required for both (1) and (2).

 

６. Main Schedule for the Future

First screening: After the application deadline ~ mid-June 8th year of Reiwa
Second screening (public presentation screening): Sunday, June 28, Reiwa 8 *Held at Campus Plaza Kyoto
Notification of support project decision and selection results: Mid-July 8
Certification ceremony and exchange meeting: Mid-July ~ late July 8 *Certificates issued to certified projects
Interim report: Mid-October ~ late October 8 *Submission of documents
Final report: March 9 *Submission of documents
Announcement: Mid-March ~ late March 9

7. Recruitment of trial slots

We plan to start recruiting for trial slots for students who are about to start community activities from June this year as well.
Details will be announced separately.

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto Gakumachi Collaboration Project
TEL ：075-353-9130　FAX： 075-353-9101
MAIL：gakumachi-admin-ml■consortium.or.jp
(Please change ■ to @ and send)
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00

 

 

 

Campus Plaza Kyoto Announcement of Facility Reservation Schedule for the 2026 academic year


・Facility reservations for April, May, and June 2026 will be available from Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
　We will accept it.
　* In the case of application at the university fee, it will be accepted for April ~ September.
At the time of application and use, faculty card or enrollment certificate, etc. (valid until the day of use),
Please present materials such as flyers that indicate that they are sponsored by the university or faculty and staff.
If you have not issued a faculty or staff certificate before the new academic year, at the university where you are enrolled,
Please present documents proving employment.
If you cannot confirm your faculty ID, the university fee will not apply.
It will be a general fee. (For April ~ June reception)
For more information on the application of university fees,
Please refer to “Application of University Fees for the Use of Campus Plaza Kyoto“.

　　　 Reception will be given priority to those who visit the museum on March 10 (Tuesday).
　　　Facility reservations by phone will be accepted after the reception of visitors is completed.
　　　Please be careful.

* Last year’s facility reservations by phone will be accepted from around 3 p.m.

・ 2026The availability after April is as follows:
It will be released on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 9 a.m.
　　　 In addition, since the use of credit-compatible classes and university public lectures is prioritized,
　　　Availability is subject to change daily, so please check the availability from time to time.

【Japanese Students × International Students】2025 4th Kyoto Premium Experience and Exchange Program ~ Gagaku (Musical Instruments and Costumes) Experience (*Reception has ended)

International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: University Consortium Kyoto International Business Department)
We will deepen exchanges between international students and Japan students and learn about the charms of Kyoto through the “Kyoto Premium Experience and Exchange Program”.

In the fourth session, we will have a gagaku (musical instrument and costume) experience.
We are looking for Japan students and international students to participate in this event.
We look forward to your participation!

  • Date and time: Saturday, February 21, 2026, meet at 9:45, disband at 11:30
  • Contents and itinerary:

　　　 9:45 Meet in front of Rokuson-oh Shrine (20-minute walk from Hachijo Exit of Kyoto Station)

　 10:00~11:20 Formal visit, gagaku performance, costume/instrument experience

*We will give you a souvenir to commemorate your participation

　　　 11:30 Disband on site

  • Participation fee: 500 yen *If the payment is not made within the deadline, it will be treated as a cancellation
  • Capacity: 30 people *If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held
  • Target: Japanese students and international students attending member schools (universities, vocational schools, Japanese language schools, etc.) of the University Consortium Kyoto and International Student Study Kyoto Network (Japanese students, etc.)
  • How to apply: Please apply from the QR code on the banner or flyer below
  • Application deadline: February 5 (Thu) 23:59
  • Event flyer: Click here

Reiwa 7 “Learning Town Collaboration Project Connecting Students and Communities” Result Report Meeting will be held! !

Kyoto City and University Consortium Kyoto will hold a report meeting on the results of the “Learning Town Collaboration Project Connecting Students and Communities” in FY Reiwa 7 in the “Gakumachi Collaboration Project” that supports efforts for regional revitalization implemented in collaboration with universities, students, and local communities.

At the debriefing session, the 13 organizations selected this year will look back on their activities so far and announce the results of their efforts.
From the reports of certification projects by students, such as regional promotion through the inheritance of local customs and culture, would you like to find new possibilities for collaboration between the university and the region, and hints for regional revitalization?

Please see here for the business overview of the selected organizations↓↓↓
Reiwa 7th school town collaboration project Adopting organization　

 

Reiwa 7 “Gakumachi Collaboration Project” Result Report Meeting

Date and time Reiwa 8/3/20 (Fri/Holiday) 10:30~16:45 (scheduled to end)
Venue Campus Plaza Kyoto 2nd Floor Hall
Flow of the day

10:30~ Opening, announcement of results by Reiwa 7 Selected organizations
*1 presentation @ 15 minutes (including questions and replacements) 13 projects
15:15~ Opinion exchange and exchange meeting (*Participation is limited to selected organizations)
16:10~ Award Ceremony and Commentary
16:45 Closing (scheduled)


*Please see here for the detailed schedule↓↓↓
　Reiwa 7th Academic Town Collaboration Project Result Report Meeting Report Meeting Schedule　　

 
Participation

・Application required
Please apply using the “Apply here” form below.
Participation Fee free


●Click here for information leaflets
⇒ Achievement Report Meeting Flyer　　

●Click here for details on the contents of the Gakumachi Collaboration Project
⇒https://www.consortium.or.jp/project/chiiki/gakumachi

 

We are accepting applications for participation during the period of March 3 (Tue) ~ March 19 (Thursday), Reiwa 8.
If you would like to participate, please apply using the application form below.
　

 

Inquiries and applications

University Consortium Kyoto Gakumachi Collaboration Project
TEL ：075-353-9130
MAIL：gakumachi-admin-ml■consortium.or.jp
(Please change ■ to @ and send it)
〒600-8216 Campus Plaza Kyoto, Shimogyo-ku, Nishidoin-dori Shiokoji, Kyoto
*Window reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00

The 28th Kyoto International Student Film Festival Pre-event “Shoji” will be held!


This year marks the 28th anniversary of the “Kyoto International Student Film Festival” pre-event event! At the Kiyomizu-dera Kyodo, a private important cultural property that cannot be entered normally, we will hold a screening of the work and a talk session on the themes of “life” and “living” with visitors.

【Event Overview】
Pre-event “Life and Death”
・Date and time: Saturday, January 17, 2026 19:30~21:30 (Doors open 19:00)
・Venue: Kiyomizu-dera Kyodo (non-public important cultural property)
(〒605-0862 1-294 Shimizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/N2yZyA1YECNXEPBo7

・Screenings:
1. “The hills of birds” (Korea / 2024 / 27 min / fiction) Director: Lee Euntaek
2. “Vortex” (Korea / 2024 / 19 min / Fiction) Director: JANG Jae-Woo
3. “Niwatori Hatsu Toya Nitsu” (Japan / 2024 / 16 min. / Anime Version) Director: Yuri Kurihara

・Guests: Kiyoaki Mori, Deacon of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Keiko Takagi, Honorary Director of the Grief Care Research Institute of Sophia University

Please check the details below and apply using the form provided on the following page.
https://www.kisfvf.com/event/event-4967/

・Inquiries
University Consortium Kyoto, Kyoto International Student Film Festival
TEL 075-353-9189
*Window reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

(*Ended) [For students, faculty and staff in Kyoto] Recruitment of participants for the “TOEIC Skill Up Seminar” to be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026

 

The University Consortium Kyoto will hold a TOEIC Skill Up Seminar.

This is a workshop for those who are planning to take the TOEIC exam, those who have taken the test and are aiming to further improve their scores, and those who are looking for a way to study. Train your English four skills and aim to get a TOEIC score of 800 or more!

You can take home the texts that will be distributed on the day of the seminar, so please take advantage of them.

Date & Time

Saturday, January 17, 2026 10:00~13:00

Place:

Campus Plaza Kyoto 5th Floor, Lecture Room 1

Kyoto-shi Shimogyo-ku Nishidoin-dori Shiokoji Down Higashi-Shiokoji-cho 939
Get off at Kyoto Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line, Kintetsu Kyoto Line, and JR lines. 5 minutes on foot.

Occupancy

150 people
*If the capacity is reached, the reception will be closed even before the application deadline on Tuesday, January 13th. Please note.

Expenses

University Consortium Kyoto member school faculty/students: 1,000 yen

・List of University Consortium Kyoto member schools

General (non-member schools): 1,500 yen

*Both include text fees.

Lecturer

Dr. Kenta Nishimaki

ETS Japan Recognized English Skills Educator Gold Certifier

Contents

(1) Explanation by part that advanced players tend to get caught up in

(2) Practice of training “forced speed reading” to aim for high scores

(3) Become an autonomous learner! Lectures on learning methods based on scientific theories

Organizer: Asahi Publishing Co., Ltd. / University Consortium Kyoto

[Flyer] 0117_TOEIC Seminar


Contact:

Asahi Publishing Co., Ltd.
TEL：03-3263-3326
Email:ee@asahipress.com

【Japan Students× International Students】2025 3rd Kyoto Premium Experience and Exchange Program ~ Fan Painting Geisha and Kyoto Matcha (*Reception has ended)

 

International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: University Consortium Kyoto International Business Department)
We will deepen exchanges between international students and Japan students and learn about the charms of Kyoto through the “Kyoto Premium Experience and Exchange Program”.

The third session will be a fan painting experience and a geisha and Kyoto matcha experience.
We are looking for Japan students and international students to participate in this event.
We look forward to your participation!

  • Date and time: Saturday, December 20, 2025 13:15 Gathering, disbanding at 16:30
  • Contents and itinerary:

　　　 13:15 Meet at Maifando Gion store

　 13:30~ Fan painting experience *You can take the painted fan home on the day

　　　 15:00~ Geisha Kyoto Matcha Experience (Grand Marble Gion)

16:30 Disband on site

  • Participation fee: 500 yen *If the payment is not made within the deadline, it will be treated as a cancellation
  • Capacity: 20 people *If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held
  • Target: Japanese students and international students attending member schools (universities, vocational schools, Japanese language schools, etc.) of the University Consortium Kyoto and International Student Study Kyoto Network (Japanese students, etc.)
  • How to apply: Please apply from the QR code on the banner or flyer below
  • Event flyer: 1220_FLYER