In a "workshop" open to society
pioneering and enlightening a new society

At the SMBC Kyoto University Studio
The SMBC Kyoto University Studio brings together
Kyoto University and Japan Research Institute
in the SMBC Group will conduct joint research.
Beyond research, we are engaged in business creation,
social implementation, and transformation through
outreach activities across Japan, Asia, and the world.

SMBC Kyoto University Studio Activities

  • Social Issues
    Various challenges facing modern society
     
  • SMBC Kyoto University Studio SMBC KU STUDIO
    Kyoto University and the SMBC Group
    engage in dialogue with citizens, businesses, and the government to solve social issues
  • A future that will come true
    Harmonious coexistence in the global community
    Achieving fullfilled growth
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Project

  • The project to promote support for people with neurodevelopmental disorders
    to realize their potential in employment

    We hope to contribute our research outcomes to developing support systems and awareness activities to set up an environment where individuals with neurodevelopmental traits can demonstrate their abilities. Through research and awareness-raising activities, we aim to promote the creation of a working environment where diversity is accepted, and people with neurodevelopmental disorders demonstrate their potential and play an active role in the areas of their strength.

    Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine
    Human Health Sciences
    Advanced Occupational Therapy
    Associate Professor
    Sayaka Yoshimura
    Japan Research Institute, Ltd.
    Center for Emergent Strategies
    Senior Development
    Manager
    Tomoyuki Kimura
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  • Overcoming the cycle of poverty, inequality, and abuse
    Research, development and dissemination of educational approaches

    We develop and disseminate educational approaches to help children overcome challenges in life.

    Kyoto University Graduate School of Education
    Professor
    Educational Practice Collaboration
    Director
    Kanae Nishioka
    Japan Research Institute, Ltd.
    Center for Emergent Strategies
    Specialist
    Naoki Yamamoto
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  • Dignified End of Life for All:
    Building a sustainable support system for life planning in old age

    We investigate how best to support decision-making processes which maintain the dignity of each individual and help them realize the person they want to be at the final stage of their life.

    Graduate School of Letters, Kyoto University
    Professor
    Satoshi Kodama
    Japan Research Institute, Ltd.
    Center for Emergent Strategies
    Senior Specialist
    Kanae Sawamura
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