On October 24th, we held the "Otemae Educational Corporation Gakuen 80th Anniversary Commemorative Ceremony" at the Rihga Royal Hotel Osaka. Approximately 350 people, including guests of honor and school officials, attended the event, which provided an opportunity to reflect on the school's 80-year history and pledge to further develop the school into the future.

The ceremony began with an address by Chairperson of the Board Yo Fukui Chairman of the Board of Directors Otemae Educational Corporation. Following this, warm congratulatory speeches were given by the guests of honor, including Mr. Wataru Aso, Counselor of the Private School Division, Higher Education Bureau, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology; Mr. Yoshiaki Ohara, President of the Japan Association of Private Universities; Mr. Shinsuke Suematsu, Member of the House of Councillors, Liberal Democratic Party; Ms. Reiko Danno, Director of the Hyogo Prefecture Hanshin South Citizens' Center; and Mr. Akihisa Matsuda, Mayor of Chuo Ward, Osaka City.

The congratulatory speeches included high praise for the educational and research activities that our school has accumulated over the years, as well as expectations for the development of future leaders. It was a valuable time for all those in attendance to once again share in the history and traditions of our school, which spans 80 years since its founding.

Otemae Educational Corporation, marking its 80th anniversary, is embracing a new beginning and will continue to cherish its founding principles while striving to cultivate individuals who will contribute to society. We sincerely ask for your continued warm support and cooperation.

(Source: School Public Relations)