◆Japan's Largest, Over 5,000 Participants! 'Parents' One-Day University'◆ Kansai University to Host 'Education Support Association General Meeting & Faculty-Specific Education Consultation' ~My Child's Alma Mater is My Alma Mater! A Bridge Between University and Family Hearts~
Kansai University will hold its 'Education Support Association General Meeting & Faculty-Specific Education Consultation' (Parents' One-Day University) on May 17 at Senriyama Campus. This is Japan's largest event of its kind, with over 5,000 participants last year, aiming to strengthen collaboration between the university and families.
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Kansai University Education Support Association and Kansai University will hold the general meeting of the Education Support Association, whose members are parents of current students, and faculty-specific education consultations at Senriyama Campus on Sunday, May 17, from 10:00 AM.
[Key Points of This Matter]
・An annual event held as 'Parents' One-Day University,' serving as a bridge between the university and families.
・Last year, over 5,000 parents participated, boasting the largest scale nationwide.
・Introduces university initiatives and provides consultations for parents regarding their child's grades and daily student life.
Kansai University Education Support Association is a 'Parents' Association' that operates under the slogan 'A Bridge Between University and Family Hearts,' primarily aiming to support educational projects and foster camaraderie among members. It was established in 1947, ahead of other regions nationwide, and has held general meetings annually.
Central Gymnasium, the venue
Scene from the individual consultation corner where many parents gather from all over the country
At the 2025 general meeting, over 5,000 participants gathered from various parts of the country, and even greater participation is expected in 2026. The total number of participants in the Parents' Association throughout the year has consistently ranked first nationwide in surveys previously published in 'University Rankings' by Asahi Shimbun Publications. Participating parents have highly praised it as 'Parents' One-Day University,' where they can not only learn about their child's student life but also experience campus life themselves.
After the general meeting, faculty-specific education consultations will be held, including explanations of educational content by each faculty and individual interviews. Various individual consultation corners will be set up for employment, study abroad, teaching careers, scholarships, and the National Pension Student Payment Exemption System, among others. Student organizations will also hold exhibitions and performances, and athletic club practice tours will be conducted.
Next to the general information desk, a 'Mirai Kikinshitsu Booth' will be set up, where participants can join a lottery to win original Kansai University goods for a 200 yen donation.
Furthermore, visitors can tour campus facilities such as the Kansai University Museum, the Takamatsuzuka Tumulus Mural Reproduction Exhibition Room, the Historical Materials Exhibition Room, and the General Library, providing an opportunity for parents to feel closer to the university throughout the day.
▼Details of this matter▼
Kansai University Press Release
https://www.kansai-u.ac.jp/ja/assets/pdf/about/pr/press_release/2026/No7.pdf
▼For media-related parties▼
*If you wish to cover the event, please contact the inquiry desk below.
▼Contact for this matter▼
General Planning Office, Public Relations Division
Ijichi, Kobayashi
Address: 3-3-35 Yamate-cho, Suita City, Osaka
TEL: 06-6368-1937
FAX: 06-6368-1266
E-mail: kouhou@ml.kandai.jp
[Key Points of This Matter]
・An annual event held as 'Parents' One-Day University,' serving as a bridge between the university and families.
・Last year, over 5,000 parents participated, boasting the largest scale nationwide.
・Introduces university initiatives and provides consultations for parents regarding their child's grades and daily student life.
Kansai University Education Support Association is a 'Parents' Association' that operates under the slogan 'A Bridge Between University and Family Hearts,' primarily aiming to support educational projects and foster camaraderie among members. It was established in 1947, ahead of other regions nationwide, and has held general meetings annually.
Central Gymnasium, the venue
Scene from the individual consultation corner where many parents gather from all over the country
At the 2025 general meeting, over 5,000 participants gathered from various parts of the country, and even greater participation is expected in 2026. The total number of participants in the Parents' Association throughout the year has consistently ranked first nationwide in surveys previously published in 'University Rankings' by Asahi Shimbun Publications. Participating parents have highly praised it as 'Parents' One-Day University,' where they can not only learn about their child's student life but also experience campus life themselves.
After the general meeting, faculty-specific education consultations will be held, including explanations of educational content by each faculty and individual interviews. Various individual consultation corners will be set up for employment, study abroad, teaching careers, scholarships, and the National Pension Student Payment Exemption System, among others. Student organizations will also hold exhibitions and performances, and athletic club practice tours will be conducted.
Next to the general information desk, a 'Mirai Kikinshitsu Booth' will be set up, where participants can join a lottery to win original Kansai University goods for a 200 yen donation.
Furthermore, visitors can tour campus facilities such as the Kansai University Museum, the Takamatsuzuka Tumulus Mural Reproduction Exhibition Room, the Historical Materials Exhibition Room, and the General Library, providing an opportunity for parents to feel closer to the university throughout the day.
▼Details of this matter▼
Kansai University Press Release
https://www.kansai-u.ac.jp/ja/assets/pdf/about/pr/press_release/2026/No7.pdf
▼For media-related parties▼
*If you wish to cover the event, please contact the inquiry desk below.
▼Contact for this matter▼
General Planning Office, Public Relations Division
Ijichi, Kobayashi
Address: 3-3-35 Yamate-cho, Suita City, Osaka
TEL: 06-6368-1937
FAX: 06-6368-1266
E-mail: kouhou@ml.kandai.jp