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Zemi Research Convention AY2025

November 6, 2025 Thursday 15:00-18:10
1st floor, Koshinkan, Kinugasa Campus

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Schedule of Zemi Research Convention
14:55-15:00 Opening Ceremony
Presentation time Group Location Language Zemi Name of Presentation Team Presentation Theme

1st Round
15:15-15:40

2nd Round
16:45-17:10

 A 1 Japanese 山口 ミャク Lab. ミャクレポ 〜大阪・関西万博ツアー〜
2 Japanese 川村 チームさとこ！！！！！ スポーツと政治はどれくらい密接であるべきか？
3 Japanese 嶋田 北海道はでっかいどう 援助は共生？それ、洗脳だから！
4 Japanese 鳥山 純子先生、それ食べたかったんじゃないですか？ 【もうええでしょう】「食い尽くし系夫」は何故食い尽くしをやめられないのか？
5 Japanese 大山 ふわもこ☆しんちゃんズ 噂だが、日本の国民的音楽スターはもう消えちまったらしい。
6 Japanese 本名 東南アジア地域研究ゼミ 東南アジアにおける人身取引の現状と日本
7 Japanese 中本 中本サイファー 日本のヒップホップに未来はあるのか。
8 Japanese 林 アニミスト アニミズムvs資本主義：現代の環境問題の根本的要因とは
9 English ATAKA The Ataka Administration MARA : Make America Rare Again
10 English WATANABE Heavy Metal Rock Star The Effects of Trump’s Tariffs on the Steel Industry in Japan and the U.S.
11 English JDP The Japarican: Trans-Pacific Humor Accord Where do we find the laughter?

1st Round
15:45-16:10

2nd Round
17:15-17:40

 B 1 Japanese 白戸 おもてナイス調査団 京都錦市場商店街～2050プロジェクト～
2 Japanese 森岡 爆買い3回生 ブラックフライデーの光と影とこれから
3 Japanese 渡邉（松） ボスニア探検隊 平和を作ったら国が三つになっちゃった。〜ボスニア紛争後の民族分断問題〜
4 Japanese 足立 足立パビリオン 中国パビリオンから紐解くソフトパワーの世界～万博が映す国家のイメージ～
5 Japanese 大山 Animeeeee 広告が映すアニメ文化の違い〜鬼滅はなぜ米国で受け入れられた？〜
6 Japanese 星野 星野ストラテジーズ 金落ちても税落ちず
7 Japanese 松田 かわにゃんこ 川根トモダチコレクション
8 Japanese 板木 Make ITAKI Great Again! 技術戦争の最前線 ―半導体から見える日本の未来―
9 English OCHI Lawful Cyberpunks International Legal Protection of Children from Hate Speech on SNS: It's Complicated
10 English WATANABE Team Mongolia Small-State Hedging and Economic Constraints: The Case of Mongolia’s Third Neighbor Policy
11 English JDP Happy Face Analyzing the Darkness of American Society through “Joker” - Class Conflict, Isolation, and Social Neglect –

1st Round
16:15-16:40

2nd Round
17:45-18:10

 C 1 Japanese 白戸 民泊倶楽部 住めば都をもう一度！～民泊の事業者と住民の対立から見る京都市の課題～
2 Japanese 森岡 モリモリクラブ 告白はする派？される派？ 恋愛観の国際比較
3 Japanese 渡邉（松） アフレン スマホを買っただけなのに〜アフリカと紛争鉱物の実態〜
4 Japanese 鳥山 〇んこ 男が産めるのうんこだけ？ ―見えない壁の向こう側―
5 Japanese 西村 西村条約第1条 気候変動対策はどうして前進しないの？―国際法で守る地球の健康―
6 Japanese 星野 沈没せん（船）河島号 キャッシュレスジャパン！―現金社会からの脱出―
7 Japanese 松田 Ocha-kai 燃えろ！川根茶魂 ―伝統と挑戦が紡ぐ川根茶の可能性―
8 Japanese 末近 Suechika lab. イスラエル、君たちはどこまでやるのか
9 Japanese 植松 SEKATAME 〜世界のために〜 そうだ、潜在意識暴こう ― 国際支援を学ぶ先にあるものは希望か、絶望か。
10 English AMEKAWA Myaku-Myaku The Evolving Vision of the World Expo: Comparing Osaka 1970, Osaka 2025, and Riyadh 2030
11 English JDP Sakura Sentinels Justified Defense: Understanding contemporary issues faced by the JSDF
18:15-18:25 Closing Ceremony

How to Participate: Please be sure to read following.

How to participate
  • Venue: 1st floor, Koshinkan, Kinugasa Campus
  • Information materials and feedback sheets for the participating teams will be distributed at the tent in front of Koshinkan.

Schedule

14:55-
Opening Ceremony
15:15-
Poster Presentation
*Each presentation team will be waiting in front of the posters. Please visit the exhibit you are interested in.
*In order to avoid crowding, we will divide the participating teams into three groups (A・B・C) and present every 30 minutes.
*Participating teams are listed below.
18:15-
Closing Ceremony

Map of the Venue (1st floor, Koshinkan)

List of Participating Teams

Presentation will separate in three time zone.

  • Group A1st Round
    15:15-15:40
    2nd Round
    16:45-17:10
  • Group B1st Round
    15:45-16:10
    2nd Round
    17:15-17:40
  • Group C1st Round
    16:15-16:40
    2nd Round
    17:45-18:10

Group A　
❶ 15:15-15:40　❷ 16:45-17:10

A-1 Myaku Lab.

Myaku Report ~Osaka・Kansai Expo Tour~

  • Zemi: 山口ゼミ
  • Instructor: 山口 智美
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

We conducted a field trip to the Osaka Expo, observing and analyzing it from two perspectives: our direct experiences as visitors and the public responses expressed through media and social media. Focusing on four key themes—media coverage, pavilion design, accessibility, and sustainability—we examined the attractions, challenges, and environmental efforts presented at the Expo. By incorporating the experiences and observations of members who visited the site multiple times, this project provides new insights for both those who attended and for those who were unable to attend it.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:15-15:40、2nd Round 16:45-17:10　
Location No.1

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

A-2 Team Satoko!!!!!

Sports and Politics: How Close Should The Connection Be?

  • Zemi: 川村ゼミ
  • Instructor: 川村 仁子
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

We will give a presentation on political issues in sports. It is often said that sports and politics should be kept separate, but they are also sometimes described as being two sides of the same coin. In reality, sports have frequently reflected and even influenced political and social movements throughout history. Throughout history, sports have reflected social and political movements, with athletes using their platforms to protest against discrimination and inequality. In many cases, bringing political issues into sports has divided public opinion, and this debate remains unresolved. In this presentation, we will focus on racial issues and explore how athletes and organizations have addressed them through actions such as the Black Lives Matter movement and protests at international competitions.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:15-15:40、2nd Round 16:45-17:10　
Location No.2

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

A-3 HOKKAIDO HA DEKKAIDO

Aid as Coexistence? That’s Brainwashing!

  • Zemi: 嶋田ゼミ
  • Instructor: 嶋田 晴行
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

This presentation examines whether aid from developed to developing countries truly represents coexistence or merely the imposition of goodwill. Assuming the existence of underlying power dynamics, discrimination, and structural inequality, aid is categorized into three types—local, donation-based, and government-led (such as ODA)—and each is analyzed in detail. By evaluating concrete cases, clarifying the merits and drawbacks of each form, and identifying common problems, we explore possible solutions to the root causes and reconsider the future direction of international aid.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:15-15:40、2nd Round 16:45-17:10　
Location No.3

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

A-4 Professor Junko, Didn’t You Want That Bite?

【That’s Enough!】Why Can't the “Kuitsukushikei-Otto” Stop Devouring?

  • Zemi: 鳥山ゼミ
  • Instructor: 鳥山 純子
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

The “Kuitsukushikei-Otto”—a phenomenon gaining traction on social media in recent years—where a man eats up his family's entire meal. Many of you may have heard of this or recognize someone in your own family. Why do they eat up everything? Why is it more often husbands than wives? Why do they never do this at company parties or meals with friends, yet devour everything at home? Let's unravel these mysteries from a gender perspective!

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:15-15:40、2nd Round 16:45-17:10　
Location No.4

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

A-5 FUWAMOKO☆Shinchanz

Rumor has it, Japan’s national music stars are gone now.

  • Zemi: 大山ゼミ
  • Instructor: 大山 真司
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

In recent years, television viewership has declined while music subscription services have become increasingly widespread. As a result of these changes, the “national music stars” and “shared hit songs” once familiar to the entire public seem to be disappearing. Songs that everyone can sing along to are becoming rare, and musical experiences appear to be increasingly personalized and fragmented. This phenomenon suggests that the social role of music and the sense of cultural sharedness it once embodied may be undergoing significant change, which serves as the background for this study.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:15-15:40、2nd Round 16:45-17:10　
Location No.5

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

A-6 Southeast Asian Area Studies Seminar

The current situation of human trafficking in Southeast Asia and Japan

  • Zemi: 本名ゼミ
  • Instructor: 本名 純
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

This presentation will introduce the current situation of human trafficking in Southeast Asia, focusing on cases in Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia. Currently, there are various forms of human trafficking in Southeast Asia, including fraud facilities, sexual exploitation, forced marriage, and the orphanage business, and it has become an international problem.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:15-15:40、2nd Round 16:45-17:10　
Location No.6

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

A-7 Lil Nakamoto

“Does Japanese Hip-Hop Have a Future? — In Comparison with American Hip-Hop”

  • Zemi: 中本ゼミ
  • Instructor: 中本 真生子
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

Starting from this question, we take a closer look at two different “streets” — those of America and Japan. In the United States, hip-hop emerged as a cry against society, while in Japan, it developed as a new form of self-expression. This presentation explores how hip-hop has evolved within these contrasting cultural contexts, examining the ways in which the music has influenced society and shaped the values of young people. Finally, in an era of increasing globalization, we consider what kind of future Japanese hip-hop can envision — and what possibilities lie ahead.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:15-15:40、2nd Round 16:45-17:10　
Location No.7

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

A-8 Animist

Animism vs capitalism: the root cause of environmental issues today

  • Zemi: 林ゼミ
  • Instructor: 林 大祐
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

In the course of history under the system of capitalism, humans viewed nature as a resource and sacrificed it for their own benefit. From the capitalistic perspective and ideology, all elements of nature—such as plants and animals—are regarded merely as resources. This idea implies that humans see themselves as superior to nature, which stands in stark contrast to traditional animistic beliefs, where people once believed that every object, including humans, equally possessed a spirit and worshiped them. In our presentation, we argue that current environmental problems and global warming can be traced back to this problematic way of capitalistic ideology.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:15-15:40、2nd Round 16:45-17:10　
Location No.8

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

A-9 The Ataka Administration

MARA : Make America Rare Again

  • Zemi: Ataka Zemi
  • Instructor: ATAKA Hiroaki
  • Presentation Language: English

The research investigates how the dominance of China over rare earth elements (REEs) is currently reshaping the United States’ resource diplomacy and geoeconomic strategy. As REEs currently play a big role in critical technologies, ranging from defense systems to renewable energy, China’s control over the påroduction gives the country strategic leverage. In response, the U.S. has launched initiatives to secure alternative supply chains, revitalize domestic mining, and deepen partnerships with allies. This research takes a critical look through resource security and geopolitical competition, arguing that America’s pursuit of “Rare Earth Independence” reflects a broader effort to reclaim autonomy in the face of China’s growing influence.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:15-15:40、2nd Round 16:45-17:10　
Location No.9

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

A-10 Heavy Metal Rock Star

The Effects of Trump’s Tariffs on the Steel Industry in Japan and the U.S.

The effects of the Trump administration’s tariffs between the first and second terms on Japan and the United States were similar because of broader macroeconomic implications, such as ventures into middle markets for steel exports and labor. However, nuances in behaviors in both markets arise from the nuances in tariff policy from the first and second terms. During the second Trump Administration, the increased scale of tariff percentage generated different responses between countries, with U.S. companies undertaking proactive stockpiling measures and Japanese companies addressing fiscal policy surrounding the market prices in Yen. Japanese steel producers experienced losses in export quantity and indirect adverse effects from other tariff-targeted countries during both rounds of tariffs, with producers choosing to diversify export markets and maintain their products’ price in yen as the dollar price rose. However, the effects differed in their scale for both countries and, in the case of the U.S., the degree of preparedness by steel-dependent companies.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:15-15:40、2nd Round 16:45-17:10　
Location No.10

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

A-11 The Japarican: Trans-Pacific Humor Accord

Where do we find the laughter?

What’s the difference in humor between Manzai and Stand-up comedy? This study will analyze humor cross-culturally to understand how comedians use different joke structures, social expectations, and mores to entertain audiences. Comedy provides a critical lens on how norms and collective morality are constructed. Japanese manzai duo Downtown and American comedian George Carlin will serve as primary case studies for comparison, illustrating how humor both reflects and challenges cultural values, social taboos, and modes of communication in society. Having studied both in Japan and the U.S., we’ve come to notice that there are deep and hilarious differences in humor. We conclude by asking you all, what’s your waraino-tsubo?

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:15-15:40、2nd Round 16:45-17:10　
Location No.11

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

Group B　
❶ 15:45-16:10　❷ 17:15-17:40

B-1 Omote-Nice Research Team

Kyoto Nishiki Market –2050 Models.

  • Zemi: 白戸ゼミ
  • Instructor: 白戸 圭一
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

We can hear a variety of languages in Kyoto nowadays. As the number of foreign tourists visiting Kyoto continues to grow, Nishiki Market—long cherished as “Kyoto’s Kitchen”—is also changing. Through our interviews, we discovered challenges such as the rise of shops catering to inbound tourists, the closure of long-established stores, a shortage of successors, and a decline in local customers. With people saying, “Nishiki is not what it used to be,” we ask how the market can achieve sustainable development while preserving its traditions. Based on our research, we propose a new business model looking ahead to 2050.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:45-16:10、2nd Round 17:15-17:40　
Location No.1

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

B-2 Third-year students who go on shopping sprees

The Light and Shadow of Black Friday and Its Future

  • Zemi: 森岡ゼミ
  • Instructor: 森岡 真史
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

Black Friday is currently exacerbating the labor shortage problem within the logistics industry.We will be discussing this event, which has become a significant challenge for the sector. We'll cover its origins, its status within Japan, and the advantages and disadvantages it presents to both companies and consumers.Let's come together to consider the future of Black Friday.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:45-16:10、2nd Round 17:15-17:40　
Location No.2

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

B-3 Bosnian Expedition Team

When You Try to Build Peace, Three Countries End up being Formed. ~Ethnic Division after the Bosnian War

  • Zemi: 渡邉（松）ゼミ
  • Instructor: 渡邉 松男
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in Southeastern Europe, experienced devastating battles around 30 years ago over the birth of the nation. Although there is no armed conflict today due to a peace agreement that ended the war, the underlying divisions among the various ethnic groups within the country have led to what is essentially an internal split. Based on field research in a country that feels as if multiple states exist within a single nation, this will discuss the current situation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and its future prospects.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:45-16:10、2nd Round 17:15-17:40　
Location No.3

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

B-4 Adachi Pavilion

Exploring China’s Soft Power through Its Pavilion: National Image at the Expo

  • Zemi: 足立ゼミ
  • Instructor: 足立 研幾
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

In April 2025, the Osaka–Kansai Expo was held, bringing together 158 countries and regions from around the world. The Expo serves as an international platform for education, innovation, and dialogue, aiming to address the complex challenges facing contemporary society. It functions as a bridge connecting governments, international organizations, corporations, and civil society, promoting mutual understanding and cooperation. China, one of the participating nations, maintains profound geographical, historical, and economic ties with Japan, and plays an increasingly influential role in the global community. This study analyzes the exhibits and themes of the China Pavilion to explore how China employs soft power strategies to construct and project its national image in an international context.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:45-16:10、2nd Round 17:15-17:40　
Location No.4

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

B-5 Animeeeee

Why the film Demon slayer-infinte castle has become a big hit?

  • Zemi: 大山ゼミ
  • Instructor: 大山 真司
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

The film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle has become a phenomenal box office success, not only in Japan but also overseas, particularly in the United States. We explores the reasons behind its remarkable popularity by examining factors such as marketing, advertising strategies, social media engagement, and the historical context of anime films.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:45-16:10、2nd Round 17:15-17:40　
Location No.5

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

B-6 Hoshino Strategies

金落ちても税落ちず

  • Zemi: 星野ゼミ
  • Instructor: 星野 郁
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

海外旅行者を惹きつける「免税店」。しかし、その存在は本当に日本の利益になっているのだろうか？観光促進の一方で免税制度は税収の低下につながりはしないだろうか。8月28日、大阪府の吉村知事が免税制度の廃止を主張した。吉村知事は免税制度が財政収入を妨げると主張している。我々は日本を代表する観光都市・京都を例に、オーバーツーリズムを解決する一つの手段として「免税店の廃止」という新しい可能性を提案する。

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:45-16:10、2nd Round 17:15-17:40　
Location No.6

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

B-7 Kawanyannko

Kawane Tomodachi Life

  • Zemi: 松田ゼミ
  • Instructor: 松田 正彦
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

We went to Kawanehoncho to conduct fieldwork and research tourism there. We discovered that tourism, including green tourism, is booming in Kawanehoncho. Kawanehoncho has many tourist attractions, such as the Oi River, Kawane tea, and suspension bridges, and there are people working hard to make the most of them. We focused on the people in Kawanehoncho and researched what kind of people are essential for regional development and town revitalization through tourism, especially those who can connect local traditions with sustainable and creative tourism ideas. Through this experience, we also learned the importance of community cooperation, environmental awareness, and the continuous effort required to attract more visitors.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:45-16:10、2nd Round 17:15-17:40　
Location No.7

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

B-8 Make ITAKI Great Again!

On the Frontline of the Tech War: Japan’s Future Through Semiconductors

  • Zemi: 板木ゼミ
  • Instructor: 板木 雅彦
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

Behind AI, smartphones, and even cars lies the power of semiconductors. These tiny chips, smaller than a virus, are now at the center of the fierce U.S.–China rivalry. Japan’s semiconductor industry is feeling the impact of this global competition while striving to recover and redefine its role. Through interviews with Japanese companies, we explored how they are overcoming challenges and creating new strategies for the future. How will Japan confront this global “chip war”? Our research aims to shed light on the strength, resilience, and hope that will shape the future of Japan’s semiconductor industry.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:45-16:10、2nd Round 17:15-17:40　
Location No.8

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

B-9 Lawful Cyberpunks

International Legal Protection of Children from Hate Speech on SNS: It's Complicated

  • Zemi: Ochi Zemi
  • Instructor: Ochi Megumi
  • Presentation Language: English

With the rapid growth of social media, transnational communication has become easily accessible to people of all ages. However, this accessibility also exposes children, who are more vulnerable in mental health and lack the capability to filter hostile information, to online hate speech. Despite the common assumption that international law standards can establish a single framework to protect children from such exposure, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. By comparing international conventions and different case judgements, the results show that each case offers different interpretations and possibilities. Considering these findings, this research aims to analyze the current absence of a unified legal framework to protect children from online hate speech and identify the complications that one would pose throughout the process.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:45-16:10、2nd Round 17:15-17:40　
Location No.9

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

B-10 Team Mongolia

Small-State Hedging and Economic Constraints: The Case of Mongolia’s Third Neighbor Policy

For over three decades, Mongolia has sought to build and expand relationships with countries beyond China and Russia by implementing its “Third Neighbor” policy, aiming to secure autonomy from and reduce dependence on these two countries by resorting to a “hedging” strategy. The policy has strengthened Mongolia’s diplomatic position, as shown through engagements with countries such as the US, Japan, and South Korea. Its economic impact, however, has remained limited, with more than 90 percent of exports continuing to China, indicating that diversification efforts have largely stalled. Drawing on semi-structured interviews with board directors of the Central Bank of Mongolia and officials of the Investment and Trade Agency, this study demonstrates how trade asymmetry, financial vulnerability, and institutional fragmentation have constrained Mongolia’s implementation of its Third Neighbor policy, illustrating why external balancing has produced diplomatic flexibility but limited economic diversification and resilience.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:45-16:10、2nd Round 17:15-17:40　
Location No.10

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

B-11 Happy Face

Analyzing the Darkness of American Society through “Joker” - Class Conflict, Isolation, and Social Neglect –

The movie “Joker” (2019) gained worldwide attention for its dark portrayal of American society. What is the relationship between the depiction of social problems in Joker and the reality of American society? Are villains born to be a villain or are they created by the world around them? Joker critiques many social issues that America faces today, such as class conflict, isolation, and social neglect. We will critically analyse the film to explain how Arthur Fleck’s life experiences and social barriers led to his transformation into the Joker, an anti-hero shaped by society’s neglect. Using concrete examples, we will conduct a comparative study between the social problems depicted in Joker and ongoing social issues in the United States.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 15:45-16:10、2nd Round 17:15-17:40　
Location No.11

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

Group C　
❶ 16:15-16:40　❷ 17:45-18:10

C-1 MINPAKU CLUB

Home Is Where the Heart Is — Rethinking Kyoto’s Challenges Through the Conflict Between Minpaku Operators and Residents

  • Zemi: 白戸ゼミ
  • Instructor: 白戸 圭一
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

As the number of tourists increases, the demand for places to stay has grown, and private lodgings (minpaku) have spread quickly as a new option in addition to traditional hotels and inns. However, this rapid growth has also caused problems, such as troubles between local residents and guests, and a decline in the quality of daily life. As a result, movements opposing minpaku have appeared in several areas. This study aims to explore the challenges faced by Kyoto City by interviewing people involved in anti-minpaku movements and city council members, using the minpaku issue as a way to understand wider social and community problems.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 16:15-16:40、2nd Round 17:45-18:10　
Location No.1

  • For locations of face-to-face presentations, please refer to "How to Participate" above.

C-2 Morimori club

Are You the One Who Confesses or Gets Confessed To? — A International Comparison of Views on Love

  • Zemi: 森岡ゼミ
  • Instructor: 森岡 真史
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

This presentation focuses on five countries—Japan, South Korea, France, Germany, and Sweden—and compares differences in attitudes toward love and marriage from economic, cultural, and gender perspectives. It aims to clarify the relationship between social structures and romantic behaviors. At the end, through a “Love Attitude Type Quiz,” participants can experience their own romantic tendencies according to the typologies of these five countries, providing an intuitive understanding of the differences in values across nations.

Poster Data（PDF）

Presentation Time: 1st Round 16:15-16:40、2nd Round 17:45-18:10　
Location No.2

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C-3 African Rangers

Just bought an IPhone- The Reality of Africa and Conflict Minerals

  • Zemi: 渡邉（松）ゼミ
  • Instructor: 渡邉 松男
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

The IPhone you use every day is more connected to Africa than you might think. Inside it lies tantalum, a rare metal vital for modern devices. But behind this convenience is a harsh truth — tantalum is one of the “conflict minerals” mined in areas controlled by armed groups, where profits fuel violence and exploitation. Miners, including children, work in dangerous conditions, and local communities face poverty and instability. Although international efforts like the Dodd-Frank Act aim to stop this trade, enforcement is weak. We, the African Rangers, want to reveal this hidden link between your life and Africa’s struggles. By knowing where our technology comes from, we can make more ethical choices. Your smartphone is not just a tool — it reflects our world.

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Presentation Time: 1st Round 16:15-16:40、2nd Round 17:45-18:10　
Location No.3

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C-4 junko

Is excrement the only thing men can give birth to? -Beyond the invisible wall-

  • Zemi: 鳥山ゼミ
  • Instructor: 鳥山 純子
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

In 2025, a group delivered a street speech using the message ‘Men can only produce excrement’. Footage of this was released online, sparking significant controversy. While the group emphasised how women are often portrayed as victims in gender issues, it simultaneously downplayed the aspect of men as victims within the same gender issues. In Japan, particularly until nearly half a century ago, patriarchal culture and customs remained deeply entrenched. Within such a context, it is difficult to conceive of men, who held social privilege, as victims in gender issues. This presentation therefore focuses on the gender issues faced by men in contemporary society.

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Presentation Time: 1st Round 16:15-16:40、2nd Round 17:45-18:10　
Location No.4

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C-5 Nishimura Convention Article 1

Why do climate actions stall? - Safeguarding the planet’s health through the international law.

  • Zemi: 西村ゼミ
  • Instructor: 西村 智朗
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

Global warming is a reality recognized by everyone. Despite the existence of the Paris Agreement with 195 member countries, the current situation shows that the world has not yet fully adapted to the damage caused by global warming. In this presentation, I will analyze and compare other international treaties to explore legal mechanisms that can effectively promote state compliance. By integrating perspectives from international relations and international law, I aim to propose ways to strengthen the effectiveness of international legal frameworks for more practical and enforceable climate action.

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Presentation Time: 1st Round 16:15-16:40、2nd Round 17:45-18:10　
Location No.5

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C-6 沈没せん（船）河島号

キャッシュレスジャパン！-現金社会からの脱出-

  • Zemi: 星野ゼミ
  • Instructor: 星野 郁
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

日本のキャッシュレス決済比率は2024年に42.8％へ上昇、政府目標を前倒しで達成したが、未だ現金依存が強い。現金主義文化や高齢層の抵抗、店舗側の手数料負担、共通決済システム不在などが障壁だ。一方、他国では政府主導の制度設計と技術革新により急速にキャッシュレス化が進展。本発表では、日本が現金社会を脱し「キャッシュレスジャパン」を実現するための政策・企業・消費者面での改革策を提案する。

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Presentation Time: 1st Round 16:15-16:40、2nd Round 17:45-18:10　
Location No.6

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C-7 Ocha-kai

Burn Bright! The Spirit of Kawane Tea ―The Potential of Kawane Tea, Woven from Tradition and Challenge―

  • Zemi: 松田ゼミ
  • Instructor: 松田 正彦
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

Kawane tea, passed down as the identity of Kawanehoncho, Shizuoka Prefecture—a renowned tea-producing region. But now, matcha and Japanese black tea have emerged as new challenges for the tea industry! Will they clash, or can they coexist? What will become of Kawane tea?! Six members of the Matsuda Seminar are burning with the spirit of Kawane tea!

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Presentation Time: 1st Round 16:15-16:40、2nd Round 17:45-18:10　
Location No.7

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C-8 Suechika lab.

『イスラエル、君たちはどこまでやるのか』

  • Zemi: 末近ゼミ
  • Instructor: 末近 浩太
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

イスラエルはなぜこれほど長く戦争を続けることが出来るのか。本発表では、「戦争の持続構造」というテーマのもと、その背景にある仕組みをたどっていく。イスラエル国内の政治にも触れつつ、武器やお金の流れを中心に、戦争が続いてしまう理由を考えることで、なぜ戦争が止まらないのか、その背景を探っていく。

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Presentation Time: 1st Round 16:15-16:40、2nd Round 17:45-18:10　
Location No.8

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C-9 SEKATAME 〜SEKAI NO TAMENI〜

What lies ahead when studying International Aid: hope or despair?

  • Zemi: 植松ゼミ
  • Instructor: 植松 大輝
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

Have you ever felt despair at the gap between the realities that happen in the world these days and your ideals as you learn more about international aid? As we learn about international assistance every day, we find ourselves trapped in a deep swamp of despair and unable to escape. We explore the difference in supportive attitudes between individuals who study international relations and those who do not. Is this difference due to a lack of knowledge or the result of learning about realities? Through social surveys, we analyze people's subconscious and reveal their true character. Does learning international aid foster hope or destroy ideals?

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Presentation Time: 1st Round 16:15-16:40、2nd Round 17:45-18:10　
Location No.9

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C-10 Myaku-Myaku

The Evolving Vision of the World Expo: Comparing Osaka 1970, Osaka 2025, and Riyadh 2030

  • Zemi: Amekawa Zemi
  • Instructor: Amekawa Yuichiro
  • Presentation Language: English

This research examines how World Expos have reflected shifting global visions and priorities by comparing Expo ’70 (Osaka), Expo 2025 (Osaka–Kansai), and Expo 2030 (Riyadh). Although Expos were founded to promote world peace and international understanding, they have been continually shaped by geopolitical context—from Cold War rivalries to today’s imperatives of sustainability and cooperation. By analyzing each Expo’s themes, design choices, and patterns of international participation, the presentation shows how their role has evolved from showcasing national achievement to fostering shared solutions to global challenges, and it asks how future Expos can remain neutral yet meaningful.

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Presentation Time: 1st Round 16:15-16:40、2nd Round 17:45-18:10　
Location No.10

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C-11 Sakura Sentinels

Justified Defense: Understanding contemporary issues faced by the JSDF

The Japanese Self Defense Force has long been a topic of debate amongst the policy makers and citizens of Japan. Today the JSDF continues to stare down the barrel of a multitude of problems; over-reliance on partner forces, declining birthrates leading to manpower issues, distrust among local populations, continuous constitutional reinterpretations and an evolving political landscape around defense. Pressure from both allies and potential threats, including Russia to the North and China to the South, further adds fuel to the argument to increase defense budgets. How is the JSDF adapting to these issues and preparing for the future?

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Presentation Time: 1st Round 16:15-16:40、2nd Round 17:45-18:10　
Location No.11

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