December 25th, 2025
Bahçeşehir University Students Join Two-Week Food Exchange Program at Mukogawa Women's University
Five international students from Bahçeşehir University (Turkey) arrived in Japan on November 29 and participated in a two-week program (through December 13) hosted by the Department of Innovative Food Sciences, School of Food Sciences and Nutrition, Mukogawa Women's University.
On December 3, the students experienced traditional Mochi-pounding and enjoyed freshly made Mochi. The activity was covered by Sun TV, a Kobe-based local station in Hyogo Prefecture, and aired on its evening news.
On December 6, the visiting students hosted a Turkish cuisine showcase, preparing dishes such as Ezogelin soup and Paçanga böreği. This food-focused exchange began in 2023 and, from Academic Year 2026, will be offered as a credit-bearing course.
July 29th, 2025
Mukogawa Women's University to Transition to Coeducation in April 2027
(Planned Renaming to “Mukogawa University”)
Mukogawa Gakuin Educational Corporation has decided that Mukogawa Women's University will transition to a coeducational institution starting in April 2027 (AY 2027).
In conjunction with this transition, the university is scheduled to be renamed Mukogawa University from April 2027.
Key Points
• Scope: Coeducation will be implemented across all 13 faculties and 21 departments simultaneously from AY 2027.
• Planned New Name: Mukogawa University (from April 2027).
• Affiliated Schools: The affiliated junior and senior high schools will remain girls-only.
• Current Students: The university will make every effort to ensure that current first- and second-year students, as well as affiliated high school seniors who have already decided to enroll, can complete their studies in an environment that effectively preserves the learning setting of a women's university through graduation.
July 15th, 2025
On July 11, eight exchange students from Bahçeşehir University in Istanbul, Türkiye, paid a courtesy visit to Chancellor Ryo Okawara and President Kyoko Takahashi of Mukogawa Women’s University. Studying architecture and interior design, they joined the short-term “ICSA in Japan” program (15th cohort), arriving July 5 and attending classes through July 27 while staying at Wakakusa International House.
June 25th, 2025
Mukogawa Women’s University held the opening ceremony for “Study in Japan 2025” on June 23 at the Global Studio in the Central Library, welcoming six short-term students from the United States and Australia—the first such intake in six years after COVID-19. The ceremony, hosted by Associate Professor Clint Denison, was attended by host families, instructors, and International Center staff. Vice President Makoto Fukui encouraged students to explore Kansai, including Kobe, Osaka and Expo 2025, while deepening their studies. Student representative Jada Avens (Eastern Washington University) spoke about her goal of teaching English in Japan and offered thanks in Japanese.
December 26th, 2024
The Women Researchers Exchange Meeting, aimed at fostering collaborative research among female academics, was successfully held. The event provided a platform for women researchers to share their experiences, challenges, and insights related to joint research. Participants discussed strategies for finding collaborators, the importance of being proactive, and the benefits of networking. Overall, the meeting was a valuable opportunity for women researchers to connect, learn from each other, and gain inspiration for their future endeavors.
December 23rd, 2024
An online women's leadership training program taught by Gonzaga University professors has concluded. Organized by the Research Institute for Women’s Advancement, the five-week program, which started on October 5th, aimed to foster a diverse workplace culture. The program, part of the Realization of Diversity Research Environment (Development of Woman Leader Type), attracted 20 faculty members and graduate students. The program covered topics such as the current status of women leaders worldwide, the importance of diversity in organizations, and effective leadership.