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Japan Women's University and Musashi Corporation Forge New Educational Partnership

On November 19, Japan Women's University (JWU) cemented an agreement with Musashi Corporation, aimed at enhancing educational opportunities through donated classes at its Mejiro campus. The agreement serves to strengthen the collaboration between academic institutions and the real world, particularly in fields such as management, real estate, and architecture. This initiative is set to commence in the 2026 academic year, with the objective of responding to the educational and research needs of both students and society.

The signing ceremony featured significant figures including JWU's Chancellor, Ryoko Imaichi, and Musashi Corporation's CEO, Yoshitake Otani. The partnership will introduce a range of donated classes that aim to equip students with practical knowledge and industry insights.

Highlights of the Donated Classes

1. Introduction to Corporate Management (General Education Course)

This course will provide a comprehensive understanding of corporate management through various perspectives including management, accounting, and marketing. While focusing on the real estate sector, it will also explore other industries, thereby broadening the students' understanding of different business landscapes.

The course aims to incorporate case studies from Musashi Corporation and other organizations that students can relate to, making it easier for them to engage and learn practical applications of their studies.

2. Architectural Stock Management (Tentative Title) (Architecture Design Subject)

Students will gain insights into the state of Japan's residential and architectural stock, learning about the management, maintenance, and valuation of existing buildings. The course will encourage a holistic understanding of the complexities surrounding real estate, including its interaction with the property market.

Notably, this will not only cover new architectural projects but also focus on the potential of existing buildings. Students will engage in an exploration of methods to improve living environments through multifaceted perspectives, including institutional frameworks, economic factors, and community involvement. Practical projects, such as renovations of existing properties, will also be included as part of the curriculum.

Comments from Leadership

Yoshitake Otani, CEO of Musashi Corporation, expressed his honor in partnering with Japan Women's University, emphasizing the opportunity for students to utilize the company’s properties for their education. He hopes this partnership will lead to a mutually beneficial relationship where both parties can learn from each other’s expertise.

Soko Shinohara, President of Japan Women's University, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the crucial intersection between academic learning and real-world experience for students. She expressed enthusiasm for the forthcoming collaboration, which will start with the two initial donated classes and potentially expand to joint research ventures in the future.

About Musashi Corporation

Established in 2005 and headquartered in Saitama City, Musashi Corporation operates as a comprehensive real estate consulting firm. It strives to bring smiles to people's faces through housing, focusing on buying and managing income-generating real estate across the Kanto region. By acquiring properties facing challenges like aging and low occupancy rates, the company conducts over 100 rigorous checks led by licensed architects to renovate them under the “Certified Income Property ReBreath” brand.

About Japan Women's University

Founded as Japan's first organized institution of higher education for women, Japan Women's University celebrated its 120th anniversary in 2021. It is notable for having Japan's only Faculty of Science at a private women's university, offering an integrated educational system from kindergarten to graduate school. JWU is committed to fostering lifelong learning opportunities for the community, promoting the development of talents capable of creating innovative futures amidst a rapidly changing society.

For more details, visit Japan Women's University. Press release materials can be downloaded here.