Invitation to the Hachinohe Fieldwork Program: Learning Global Issues from a Countryside of Japan

Interested in real social issues in Japan? Join the Hachinohe Fieldwork Program—a new Spring 2026 program! Under the theme, "How can foreign workers settle long-term in local communities?", a mixed team of 4 Hosei students (combining regular and international students) will interview local companies in Hachinohe, Aomori, and present ideas to key stakeholders.

Why Hachinohe Now?

• The Frontlines of Japan's Aging Society: Aomori Prefecture is facing a significant population decline, making foreign workers essential to sustaining its vital primary and secondary industries. Rural Japan is truly "where the world's future is unfolding today."
• From LOCAL to GLOBAL: "Learning local issues means anticipating the world's future!" Visit companies, speak with foreign workers, and stay at a local guesthouse for unique insights beyond the classroom.

Program Overview

• Dates: February 21 (Sun) – February 25 (Thu), 2027 (Fieldwork in Hachinohe)
• Location: Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture
• Key Activities: Company interviews, exchange event with local foreign residents, group work, and proposal presentations to local business leaders and city representatives.
• Costs: Program fees and accommodation are covered by Hosei University. Transportation, meals, and optional early arrival stay on Feb 20 (¥5,000/night) are at your own expense.
• Facilitator: Minori Suzuki (CEO of Rootwave Inc. / Hosei University Alumna)

Online Information Session

Join our upcoming online guidance session to hear directly from the program facilitator, Ms. Minori Suzuki (CEO of Rootwave Inc. / Hosei Alumna)! She will share the core concept of the program, details of the fieldwork activities, and what makes this experience in Hachinohe so unique.

• Date & Time: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 12:35 – 13:05 (JST)
• Language: Conducted in Japanese
• Format: Online via Zoom
• Zoom Link & Access: Please check the meeting URL on the Online Information Session Notice Page. (Note: Log-in via Hosei Integrated Authentication ID is required to access the URL.)

For full recruitment guidelines and details, please visit the Spring Program Application Page.

Contact

International Office, Global Education Center
Hosei University
tanki@ml.hosei.ac.jp