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Zemi Research Convention AY2024

November 7, 2024 Thursday 15:00-18:00
1st floor, Koshinkan, Kinugasa Campus

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Schedule of Zemi Research Convention
14:40-14:45 Opening Ceremony
Presentation time Group Location Language Zemi Name of Presentation Team Presentation Theme

1st Round
15:00-15:25

2nd Round
16:30-16:55

A 1 Japanese 大山 Oyama Children Has Netflix taken away the culture of other countries?
2 Japanese 石川 Sacchan's theater room Godzippenheimer: A journey of nuclear threats and hope
3 Japanese 渡邉(松) きらりんレボリューション そのキラキラ、誰の汗? 〜インドのマイカ採掘と児童労働の真実〜
4 Japanese 白戸 Otanomoushimasu Okoshiyasu~ Hidden Darkness?! The World of Maiko
5 Japanese 松田 じゃじゃじゃ! じゃばら is フューチャー 〜北山村発!じゃばらの力で地域と未来を結ぶ〜
6 Japanese 板木 Itaki Zemi Presentation Group The Russia-Ukraine war was influenced by semiconductors⁉
7 Japanese 中本 Nakamoto Entertainment Co. Is That Entertainment? The State of Black Humors in Animation and Music
8 Japanese 星野 Hoshino Children Sustainable Value Creation :The Challenge of RaaS Smart Home
9 Japanese 本名 TEAM ZOUNORI Work-Life Balance for Elephants in Southeast Asia
10 English Watanabe
Yane
Inquisitive Swifties et al. (2024) Regional Economic Impact of Special Events: Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour" in Tokyo as an Example.
11 English Nakato Team Nakato Contemporary Social Issues in East Asia: Examining the Political and Social Influences

1st Round
15:30-15:55

2nd Round
17:00-17:25

B 1 Japanese 大山 シンジ師たち 【衝撃】Netflix日本オリジナル作品が大ヒット連発の理由
2 Japanese 足立 Adachi House Is Japan in Danger? Understanding Economic Security Through Taiwan and Semiconductors
3 Japanese 渡邉(松) HOP ST-EP Does Tourism Knock Out Poverty?
4 Japanese 川村 team SATOKO!!!! Whether social networking companies should regulate propaganda
5 Japanese 嶋田 ハヤクウチアゲシタイ 支援活動とコンテンツ化のジレンマ:広がる影響力と生まれる不信感
6 Japanese 鳥山 IKEMENLABO♡ Is IKEMEN justice?
7 Japanese 中本 Nakamoto Tours The Current State of Kyoto Consumed from the View of "Different Cultures"- For Whom is "Traditional" Kyoto? -
8 Japanese 森岡 モリモリファミリー 「AIが人間の仕事を奪う」って本当?~AIと人間が共存する未来への考察〜
9 English Fukumi
Ataka
International Intellect Hiro A flight to the north: Examining the brain drain and the socio-political challenges of advancing human capital
10 English Watanabe Watanabe’s Live-streaming E-commerce Research Team The Role of Live-streaming in Global Ecommerce---The Case Study of “Adidas”.
11 English Ochi Environmental Justice Analysts The Integration of Human Rights into International Environmental Law and its Implications

1st Round
16:00-16:25

2nd Round
17:30-17:55

C 1 Japanese 西村 Nishimura Committee on International Law That Constitutes a Violation of International Law!— Concerning Airspace Infringements by China and Russia.
2 Japanese 石川 Rolling Stone Rever Namaste! ~Secrets of Indian curry restaurants~
3 Japanese Ritsumeikan Growth for Decarbonization Team Evaluation of CO2 Reduction at Ritsumeikan University- Is Ritsumeikan Eco-friendly?
4 Japanese 白戸 ★★ZAZEN BOYS & GIRLS★★ The Illusion of Monk Profit - Approaching the Impoverishment of Monks in an Era of Low Fertility and Aging Population
5 Japanese 松田 Masahiko with the Delightful Jabaras The Key to Local Revitalization is Henkan Mikan!?~Regional Development Unraveled through the Gap Facing Kitayama Village~
6 Japanese 鳥山 VicTORIYAMA’s secret Diversity and Brand Image - The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show -
7 Japanese ダヌシュマン 礼拝室をどうにかし隊 【匠急募】大改善!!劇的礼拝室ビフォーアフター!
8 Japanese 星野 ☆HOSHIHOSHI☆ Is It Still Possible? The Key to a Successful Osaka Expo!
9 English Amekawa Team Amekawa zemi Envisioning the Utopian City: A Futuristic Approach to Sustainable Urban Infrastructure
10 English Watanabe Come to Japan!!!! Inbound Tourism and the Japanese Economy
11 English Ochi The Prosecutors Are Israel's actions in Palestine considered self-defence?
18:00-18:10 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

14:40-
Opening Ceremony
15:00-
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.
18:00-
Closing Ceremony

Map of the Venue (1st floor, Koshinkan)

List of Participating Teams

Presentation will separate in three time zone.

  • Group A1st Round
    15:00-15:25
    2nd Round
    16:30-16:55
  • Group B1st Round
    15:30-15:55
    2nd Round
    17:00-17:25
  • Group C1st Round
    16:00-16:25
    2nd Round
    17:30-17:55

Group A 
❶ 15:00-15:25 ❷ 16:30-16:55

A-1 Oyama Children

Has Netflix taken away the culture of other countries?

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

Netflix is creating the upcoming trend now. However, it was once feared that Netflix would accelerate the invasion of American cultural imperialism around the world. This study analyzes what kind of videos people are watching in these three countries and examines whether Netflix accelerated American cultural imperialism. Moreover, to clarify the viewing tendency of people in different countries, this research focuses on three countries: Japan, where we live now; Spain, which has the third largest number of official languages; and Canada, which is inspired by American culture.

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A-2 Sacchan's theater room

Godzippenheimer: A journey of nuclear threats and hope

  • Zemi: 石川ゼミ
  • Instructor: 石川 幸子
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

In the 20th century, scientists' quest for nuclear power gave rise to the symbol of military power, the nuclear weapon. In Japan, on the other hand, nuclear weapons have become an embodiment of fear and destruction.
What do we see when the real "core" created by Oppenheimer and the fictional "core" depicted by godzilla meet? When the nuclear history and imagination of the United States and Japan intersect, it becomes clear for the first time that there are differences in perception of nuclear weapons and strange commonalities between the two countries...

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A-3 きらりんレボリューション

そのキラキラ、誰の汗? 〜インドのマイカ採掘と児童労働の真実〜

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

世界中の化粧品や車の塗装などの身近な製品に多く使われているマイカ、その大量採掘の裏側には児童を酷使している違法採掘の問題がある。本発表では、マイカ輸出量世界1位であるインドに着目し、現地での児童労働の実態や解決が困難な原因、国際社会の取り組みについて述べる。

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A-4 Otanomoushimasu

Okoshiyasu~ Hidden Darkness?! The World of Maiko

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

The Maiko, a symbol of Kyoto, are often seen as elegant, gorgeous, and noble existence. However, in 2022, issues of underage drinking and sexual harassment in the Kagai (geisha districts) were revealed by Bunshun Online and on social media. What is the reality behind the graceful image of the Maiko?

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A-5 じゃじゃじゃ!

じゃばら is フューチャー 〜北山村発!じゃばらの力で地域と未来を結ぶ〜

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

北山村に自生していた謎の柑橘植物「じゃばら」・・・。ここではじゃばらを特産品としてブランディング化しているが、それは果たして北山村の地域開発に繋がっているのか.. 北山村の実情を調査し、他地域の成功例と比較しながら今後の北山村が目指すべき次のステップを考察する。松田ゼミの5人が北山村の魅力を、さあアップデートしよう!!

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A-6 Itaki Zemi Presentation Group

The Russia-Ukraine war was influenced by semiconductors⁉

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

Semiconductors shaped a new form of war from the inner workings of the combat aspects from Russian and Ukrainian war. While traditional war required direct human skill and manipulation, however Russian and Ukrainian war made extensive use of unmanned technologies, such as drones and unmanned air-vehicles. Especially Ukraine, has concentrated domestic production of semiconductor and use drones with semiconductors. So, big ships and big guns may be over on war and combat. In addition, the drones, which are small, light, and can be operated by a small number of people, are might be the mainstay on current and future war.

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A-7 Nakamoto Entertainment Co.

Is That Entertainment? The State of Black Humors in Animation and Music

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

What is black humor? Black humor, a type of entertainment, can sometimes be controversial because it addresses serious or taboo topics with irony or satire. Why does black humor exist and what does it mean in the first place? Focusing on visual images(mainly animation) and musical works, we will discuss the significance and points to keep in mind regarding the existence of black humor. The video will be analyzed mainly by giving examples of black humor about race, religion, social issues etc. in the American animated comedy series “Family Guy”. For music, we will figure out the black humor in Eminem's songs about American politics and the Trump administration and how to impact on American society.

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A-8 Hoshino Children

Sustainable Value Creation :The Challenge of RaaS Smart Home

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

In response to the declining housing demand in Japan due to the aging population and low birth rate, we propose the introduction of “RaaS-based Smart Home Experience Stores.” Unlike traditional showrooms, these stores provide a space where visitors can experience the latest IoT technologies with all their senses. For the elderly, they offer safety features, while for the younger generation, they propose an environmentally friendly and comfortable lifestyle. By utilizing the RaaS mechanism, it is possible to make individually optimized proposals, bringing benefits to consumers, companies, and society, and aiming for sustainable value creation. This approach ensures a tailored experience that meets diverse needs and promotes long-term sustainability.

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A-9 TEAM ZOUNORI

Work-Life Balance for Elephants in Southeast Asia

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

In Southeast Asia, elephant riding is a popular tourist attraction, but ethical concerns have emerged. Many elephants face improper treatment, leading to severe stress and health issues. Recently, eco-tourism has gained traction, emphasizing interactions with elephants and conservation efforts, providing tourists with ethical alternatives. This presentation will explore the current state of elephant riding, its associated problems, and the significance of eco-tourism. By highlighting sustainable tourism practices, we aim to promote greater awareness and encourage responsible choices among tourists, ultimately benefiting both elephants and their habitats.

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A-10 Inquisitive Swifties et al. (2024)

Regional Economic Impact of Special Events: Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour" in Tokyo as an Example.

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, one of the most popular concerts recently, has sparked discussions around its impact known as "Swiftonomics." The concert can be referred to as a special event, suggesting an irregular, one-off major event with regional impact. Our research focuses on analyzing special events’ impact on the regional economy with the Taylor Swift Eras Tour in Tokyo as an example. The research is structured by analyzing primary impacts, secondary impacts, and offering potential quantitative research methodologies. The research can provide a further understanding of the mechanism of special events that generate regional impact. It can also support future special event planning.

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A-11 Team Nakato

Contemporary Social Issues in East Asia: Examining the Political and Social Influences

  • Zemi: Nakato Zemi
  • Instructor: Nakato Sachio
  • Presentation Language: English

All countries in East Asia faces critical social issues, with declining birthrate and umployment crisis. Japan was the precursor of this 'recent' phenomenon, with Hikkikomori and Karoshi issues driven by societal pressures and work culture. Japan had solutions focusing on mental health support and reintegration programs. Thirty years later, China and Korea are getting into similar crisis. In China, the Tang ping movement stems from economic stress and work-life imbalance, calling for reforms to reduce workplace pressure. Korea’s unemployment, particularly among youth, results from economic downturns, prompting solutions like job creation and startup support. Suicide rates are influenced by cultural stigma and societal expectations, requiring improved mental health resources and anti-stigma initiatives. We will try to analyze this issues by addressing commonalities and differences with Japan 30 years ago, focusing on societal reform and support systems.

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Bグループ 
❶ 15:30-15:55 ❷ 17:00-17:25

B-1 シンジ師たち

【衝撃】Netflix日本オリジナル作品が大ヒット連発の理由

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

数々のヒット作品を生み出し、トレンドを作るNetflix。Netflixの作品と地上波の作品は何が違うのか、人々を引き付ける魅力はどこにあるのか。2024年7月に公開され、Netflix公式ランキングで首位をキープした「地面師たち」を例に挙げNetflixオリジナル作品の特徴について、制作の流れ、作品の内容などに着目し研究した。この分析から、日本の民放ドラマのガラパゴス化について迫る。

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B-2 Adachi House

Is Japan in Danger? Understanding Economic Security Through Taiwan and Semiconductors

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

With tensions between Taiwan and China rising, is it really wise for Japan to rely on Taiwan for semiconductors? Building relationships with other countries is important, but “overdependence” can have serious consequences in times of crisis. With growing concerns about potential conflict in Taiwan, it is essential to consider what is best for Japan economically in the long run. From an economic security perspective, how should Japan manage its semiconductor supply? To safeguard its economic future, Japan must rethink its approach to semiconductors and seek the best strategy to mitigate risk while ensuring stable and sustainable access to this critical technology.

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B-3 HOP ST-EP

Does Tourism Knock Out Poverty?

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

A major tourism country, Japan. In the past, approximately 31.88 million foreign tourists visited Japan, and their consumption amounted to approximately 4.8 trillion yen. This is equivalent to about 5% of Japan's total exports, indicating that tourism is an important means of earning foreign currency. However, Japan is not necessarily the only country where the tourism industry shines. The development of tourism has the potential to solve even the poverty problems faced by developing countries. On the other hand, as we conducted our research, we began to see little by little the sacrifices that accompany development. This open seminar approaches the essence of tourism development, which was revealed as a result of field research...

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B-4 team SATOKO!!!!

Whether social networking companies should regulate propaganda

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

The rise of social networking sites (SNS) has amplified the spread of propaganda, significantly influencing society. This presentation defines propaganda, explores its types, and analyzes its impact using specific SNS examples. It also examines the legal responsibilities of companies managing these platforms and proposes regulatory measures they should adopt. Furthermore, it reviews existing regulatory laws implemented globally to address the challenges posed by online propaganda.

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B-5 ハヤクウチアゲシタイ

支援活動とコンテンツ化のジレンマ:広がる影響力と生まれる不信感

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

近年、メディアやSNSを通じて支援活動がコンテンツ化される事例が増加している。24時間テレビやYouTuberなど、影響力のある発信者が支援活動を行うことで支援を必要とする人々の存在が可視化され、注目を集めている。一方で、支援活動をコンテンツ化し、収益を得ることに対して、不信感を抱く人も少なくない。この賛否が生まれる背景を探るとともに、今後さらに多様化する支援活動のあり方を再考する。

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B-6 IKEMENLABO♡

Is IKEMEN justice?

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

How much can you forgive if someone is IKEMEN? There’s a saying, “If the face is good, everything is good,” but is that really true? To explore this, we categorized IKEMEN who influence our daily lives into three groups: “boyfriend,” “favorite celebrity,” and “politician” who have a leadership for a society, and investigated how much we can tolerate based on their looks. In today’s society, where lookism is often criticized, why not join us in analyzing the limits of what good looks can forgive? Could you share your values with us. And then, how about comparing those values with others!!

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B-7 Nakamoto Tours

The Current State of Kyoto Consumed from the View of "Different Cultures"- For Whom is "Traditional" Kyoto? -

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

We always have our lives with tourists in Kyoto every day, and there are no days we don't see them. In recent years, Kyoto's "traditional culture" has gradually transformed, becoming more pronounced as Kyoto becomes more of a tourist destination.What is Kyoto wanted by tourists like? How do we draw the future of Kyoto's ideal state? As the ones learning in Kyoto, why don't we think about the actual state of traditional culture in Kyoto?

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B-8 モリモリファミリー

「AIが人間の仕事を奪う」って本当?~AIと人間が共存する未来への考察〜

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

「約3億人分の仕事がAIの影響を受ける可能性がある」という調査がある。近年、AIの発展と普及が急速に進み、日常生活やビジネスに劇的な変革をもたらしている。それと同時に、人間を脅かす存在となりつつある。そこで、私たちは「労働」に焦点を当て、今後のAIの発展と可能性について分析し、人間とAIが共存する未来を考察する。

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B-9 International Intellect Hiro

A flight to the north: Examining the brain drain and the socio-political challenges of advancing human capital

Why do people in Iran and Lebanon leave their country to the United States? Contrary, Why do Indians in Western countries come back to their countries after years of working for foreign economies? These questions can be answered by examining brain drain. Brain drain is a phenomenon that occurs when skilled workers from the Global South immigrate to the Global North for various reasons. However, conflicts and shifts in governance models of southern countries demonstrates that economic-centric literatures describe one side of the story. Our research elaborates on this phenomenon through comparing socio-political factors in different countries. Thus, we explain how brain drain is not only shaped by economic factors like salary discrepancies, but also by broader contexts such as government policies and cultural attitudes.

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B-10 Watanabe’s Live-streaming E-commerce Research Team

The Role of Live-streaming in Global Ecommerce---The Case Study of “Adidas”.

Through the case study of giant economic benefits brought by live-streaming commerce in a well known brand—“Adidas”, we can better understand the evolution happening in the global E-commerce area and important characteristics of present live-streaming commerce. To figure out the differences in the development and pattern of live-streaming commerce among various regions, we investigate Chinese and American cases. This research regards live-streaming commerce as a business model in the new era with broader younger users, we can expect its greater international influence through successful experience in modern E-commerce within China and the United States, and huge economic benefits will be generated in the global market.

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B-11 Environmental Justice Analysts

The Integration of Human Rights into International Environmental Law and its Implications

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

Our Zemi Research Convention poster research will encompass the theoretical scope of human rights and the general situation of international environmental law. This poster aims to give background to both international human rights law and international environmental law. Currently, there is no human rights considerations in international environmental law despite the fact that every day there are those effected by environmental effects. The poster will go into the importance of integrating human rights and further how using current systems in international environmental law to achieve proper integration to support those who have been effected by both climate change effects and environmental effects.

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Cグループ 
❶ 16:00-16:25 ❷ 17:30-17:55

C-1 Nishimura Committee on International Law

That Constitutes a Violation of International Law!— Concerning Airspace Infringements by China and Russia.

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

Airspace violations are considered Internationally Wrongful Acts. In our presentation, we will examine the recent incidents of airspace infringements by China and Russia, analyzing these issues within the context of current international relations. Furthermore, we will define the concept of airspace and discuss its significance for national sovereignty and security. We will also outline specific countermeasures Japan has adopted in response to these violations. Finally, we will conclude by proposing what we believe to be effective solutions to the airspace violation issue and will share our perspectives on future developments in this critical area of international law and diplomacy.

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C-2 Rolling Stone Rever

Namaste! ~Secrets of Indian curry restaurants~

  • Zemi: 石川ゼミ
  • Instructor: 石川 幸子
  • Presentation Language: Japanese

Namaste! Do you know that most of the employees at Indian curry restaurants are Nepalese? In spite of the fact that they exist all around us and we like their dishes, we know very little about them. For this presentation, we actually went to Indian Nepalese restaurants near Ritsumeikan University and interviewed Nepalese people who worked at their restaurants. Through the interviews, we are able to hear their real voices about their backgrounds, their lives in Japan and their thoughts about the future. Starting from Indian Nepalese curry restaurants, we will search for tips for multicultural coexistence in the future.

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C-3 Ritsumeikan Growth for Decarbonization Team

Evaluation of CO2 Reduction at Ritsumeikan University- Is Ritsumeikan Eco-friendly?

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

We will present our research in open seminar, focusing on the efforts of Ritsumeikan University and other universities working toward decarbonization. In recent years, decarbonization has been attracting international attention, and Ritsumeikan University has been promoting measures such as the introduction of renewable energy or energy efficiency in order to decarbonize the country. However, we believe that the current approach may not lead to fundamental solutions to achieve carbon neutrality. Therefore, we will bring to light the current status and limitations of Ritsumeikan University's decarbonization efforts, and propose drastic measures that are necessary to achieve a sustainable campus by comparing them with that of other universities in domestic and foreign.

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C-4 ★★ZAZEN BOYS & GIRLS★★

The Illusion of Monk Profit - Approaching the Impoverishment of Monks in an Era of Low Fertility and Aging Population

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

Our research covers the business conditions of Japanese temples, which are decreasing year by year in response to the declining birthrate and aging population in Japan. While some temples are bustling with the increasing number of tourists visiting Japan, many others need help with financial difficulties. Will temples, which have long been rooted in the lives of Japanese people, continue to disappear in the future? Interviews with the chief priests involved with the current situation will reveal the realities of the problems: declining numbers of Buddhist parishioners, lack of successors, overtourism, changing forms of mourning, and a mountain of other issues.

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C-5 Masahiko with the Delightful Jabaras

The Key to Local Revitalization is Henkan Mikan!?~Regional Development Unraveled through the Gap Facing Kitayama Village~

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

We conducted fieldwork in Kitayama Village, Wakayama Prefecture, which aims to revitalize the local community through the use of a specialty product called "jabara. In the course of our research, it became clear that there were various gaps and challenges in regional development. We will present our conclusions based on our understanding of the various gaps that emerged among companies, government offices, and local residents during our fieldwork in Kitayama Village, and our discussion of the essential nature of regional development based on previous research.

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C-6 VicTORIYAMA’s secret

Diversity and Brand Image - The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show -

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

The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, canceled in 2019, returned this fall. This fashion show was criticized in the past for its diversity concerning its use of slim white female models. Later, the show was criticized again after restructured, as the use of models with diverse body types resulted in a divergence from the brand image. In this team, we, as students who are learning about gender, will analyze how to structure The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show from various perspectives to develop a structure for the fashion show. We will then compare and analyze the fashion shows taken place in the past to identify the problems. These studies confront the “balance between diversity and brand image” in an era of accelerating political correctness.

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C-7 礼拝室をどうにかし隊

【匠急募】大改善!!劇的礼拝室ビフォーアフター!

皆さんはこの大学の恒心館に礼拝室があるのをご存知だろうか?
礼拝室は意外と街中の色んなところにあるが、関心を持たれていない。どんな人々が利用をして、そこでどのような問題が起こっているのか?我々は公共の礼拝室に焦点を当て、フィールドワークを行った。ショッピングモールや大学にある礼拝室の現状と利用者の声を調査し、多文化/多宗教共生のための理想的な礼拝室について考察する。

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C-8 ☆HOSHIHOSHI☆

Is It Still Possible? The Key to a Successful Osaka Expo!

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

The World Exposition, commonly known as “Expo,” is a global event that significantly contributes to the development of the economy, society, and culture through international exchange, technological innovation, solving social issues, and revitalizing business. With the Osaka Expo just six months away, it is already facing various challenges such as construction sites, casinos, attracting visitors, and budget issues. In response, we propose new ideas to lead the Osaka Expo to success in the remaining six months, using the successful example of the Dubai Expo in 2020, which was a great success despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

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C-9 Team Amekawa zemi

Envisioning the Utopian City: A Futuristic Approach to Sustainable Urban Infrastructure

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

It is becoming increasingly vital for the global community to develop innovative approaches to sustainable urban infrastructure, ensuring a livable future for generations to come. Our group aims to envision a utopian city by integrating imaginative perspectives with insights from cutting-edge scientific research and proposals by leading urban design scholars and practitioners. This vision is anchored in four key pillars of urban life: food production, transportation, energy, and architecture. In each area, we critically evaluate the strengths and limitations of current scientific proposals, using them as a foundation for generating futuristic and creative concepts of an ideal, sustainable urban society. While the feasibility of these ideas is an important consideration, we deliberately set aside questions of immediate practicality to allow for unrestrained imagination.

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C-10 Come to Japan!!!!

Inbound Tourism and the Japanese Economy

In recent years Japan has faced an unprecedented surge in inbound tourism. The increased number of tourists has been a catalyzing factor in the growth of many segments of the service sector. This presentation seeks to highlight which industries have been the most affected by the tourism boom and analyze the causes driving these industries above the others. Notably, traditional cultural services and experiences have had a great resurgence allowing for the continuation of some traditional cultural aspects that were fading away prior to the tourism surge. Our methodology for this presentation will be a combination of collected data as well as case study to figure out the effects of inbound tourism on the service sector.

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C-11 The Prosecutors

Are Israel's actions in Palestine considered self-defence?

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

The research poster will give an overview of the Israel-Palestine conflict and explain the legal framework of “self-defence” in international law. It will apply this legal framework to Israel’s actions in the occupied territory of Palestine. It will discuss whether Israel’s actions are justified by self-defence -- basically, whether the actions are proportionate to the threat posed by Hamas, as well as whether the actions were necessary, and whether there were possible alternatives to the path that Israel chose to take in dealing with this conflict. If Israel’s actions are deemed not to be self-defence, or beyond the scope of self-defence, the poster would also like to discuss about possible aggression and violations committed by them.

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