Yoshio Nakatani
Chancellor of the Ritsumeikan Trust / President of Ritsumeikan University
January 2, 2024

I would like to express my deepest condolences to those who lost their lives in the large earthquake that recently struck the Noto Peninsula and extend my sympathies all those affected by the disaster. I am praying for the safety of everyone in the affected regions and sincerely wishing for a quick recovery.

Students with concerns or anxieties about potential disruptions to their student life due to the earthquake are asked to contact one of the following offices.

Consultations up through January 8

Campus Information Desk (Kinugasa): 075-465-8144
Ritsumeikan University Scholarships and Grants

Consultations from 1/9 onwards

Kinugasa Office of Student Affairs: 075- 465- 8168
BKC Office of Student Affairs: 077-561-2854
OIC Office of Student Affairs: 072-665-2135
* Hours: Weekdays only 9:00-17:30