Public Lecture on May 30 in Otsu, Shiga: 'Advanced Hearing Loss Treatment – For Those Struggling with Hearing Aids'
A public educational lecture on the latest hearing loss treatments will be held on May 30, 2026, at Otsu City Fureai Plaza. Hosted by Kyoto University and sponsored by Cochlear Japan, specialists will discuss options including cochlear implants for those who find hearing aids insufficient. Admission is free, with a capacity of 150 participants.
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Do you still find it difficult to hear even with hearing aids?
We are pleased to announce a public lecture for individuals experiencing hearing loss and their families. This seminar aims to promote understanding of hearing impairment and is not intended to promote specific products.
[Lecture Program]
- Lecture 1: 'When You Feel Hard of Hearing: About Hearing Loss, Hearing Aids, and Cochlear Implants'
Speaker: Dr. Masahiro Matsumoto (Director, Dept. of Otolaryngology, Shiga General Hospital)
- Lecture 2: 'Struggling with Hearing? The Forefront of Hearing Loss Medical Treatment'
Speaker: Dr. Hiroshi Yamazaki (Lecturer, Dept. of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Kyoto University)
- Q&A Session
[Event Details]
Date & Time: Saturday, May 30, 2026, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM (Doors open at 1:00 PM)
Venue: Otsu City Fureai Plaza, 4th Floor Hall (4-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu City, Shiga)
Access: 5-minute walk from Keihan Biwako-Hamaotsu Station
Fee: Free of charge
Capacity: 150 people (First-come, first-served; Pre-registration required)
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 27
Accessibility: Real-time computer-assisted text transcription (summary writing) will be provided.
[Registration & Inquiries]
Please register via the link below:
URL: https://business.form-mailer.jp/fms/1d0079c4234440
Contact: Cochlear Japan Event Secretariat (apac-japan-info@cochlear.com)
Host: Kyoto University Dept. of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Sponsor: Cochlear Japan Co., Ltd.
Support: Kyoto/Kyoto City Association for the Hard of Hearing
We are pleased to announce a public lecture for individuals experiencing hearing loss and their families. This seminar aims to promote understanding of hearing impairment and is not intended to promote specific products.
[Lecture Program]
- Lecture 1: 'When You Feel Hard of Hearing: About Hearing Loss, Hearing Aids, and Cochlear Implants'
Speaker: Dr. Masahiro Matsumoto (Director, Dept. of Otolaryngology, Shiga General Hospital)
- Lecture 2: 'Struggling with Hearing? The Forefront of Hearing Loss Medical Treatment'
Speaker: Dr. Hiroshi Yamazaki (Lecturer, Dept. of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Kyoto University)
- Q&A Session
[Event Details]
Date & Time: Saturday, May 30, 2026, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM (Doors open at 1:00 PM)
Venue: Otsu City Fureai Plaza, 4th Floor Hall (4-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu City, Shiga)
Access: 5-minute walk from Keihan Biwako-Hamaotsu Station
Fee: Free of charge
Capacity: 150 people (First-come, first-served; Pre-registration required)
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 27
Accessibility: Real-time computer-assisted text transcription (summary writing) will be provided.
[Registration & Inquiries]
Please register via the link below:
URL: https://business.form-mailer.jp/fms/1d0079c4234440
Contact: Cochlear Japan Event Secretariat (apac-japan-info@cochlear.com)
Host: Kyoto University Dept. of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Sponsor: Cochlear Japan Co., Ltd.
Support: Kyoto/Kyoto City Association for the Hard of Hearing
FAQ
Is there a seminar on hearing loss in Otsu, Shiga?
Yes, a public lecture will be held on May 30, 2026, at Otsu City Fureai Plaza, featuring specialists discussing advanced treatments.
Where can I learn about cochlear implants in Shiga?
The upcoming public lecture hosted by Kyoto University in Otsu will cover cochlear implants as a solution for those struggling with hearing aids.
Will there be support for the hard-of-hearing at the venue?
Yes, real-time computer-assisted text transcription (summary writing) will be provided for all attendees.