On January 12, 2026, we celebrate Coming of Age Day (Seijin no Hi), a special occasion that marks an important milestone in the lives of young adults across Japan.

We would like to extend our warmest congratulations to the students in the Department of International Studies who have reached the age of 20 this year. Coming of age is a meaningful moment that symbolizes new rights, responsibilities, and independence as members of society.

As you enter this new stage of life, we hope you will continue to grow with confidence, curiosity, and compassion. Your experiences at university—both inside and outside the classroom—will play an important role in shaping your future paths. We encourage you to take on new challenges, deepen your perspectives, and continue learning from diverse cultures and people.

Once again, congratulations on this memorable milestone. We wish you good health, success, and fulfillment as you move forward into adulthood.

2026年1月12日は、日本各地で成人の日が祝われる特別な日です。

今年、20歳を迎えられた多文化コミュニケーション学科の学生の皆さんに、心よりお祝い申し上げます。成人は、社会の一員としての自覚と責任を持ち、新たな一歩を踏み出す大切な節目でもあります。

大学生活での学びや経験は、皆さんの将来を形づくる大きな財産となります。これからも自分の可能性を信じ、多様な価値観に触れながら、積極的に挑戦を続けてください。

改めまして、成人を迎えられた皆さんの門出をお祝いするとともに、今後のご健康とご活躍を心よりお祈りいたします。