[Kagoshima National College of Technology] Kagoshima KOSEN and National Institute of Fitness and Sports in Kanoya Sign Partnership Agreement to Promote Education, Academic Research, and Regional Contribution Activities

Kagoshima National College of Technology (Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture, Principal: Etsuko Ueda, hereinafter "Kagoshima KOSEN") and National Institute of Fitness and Sports in Kanoya (Kanoya City, Kagoshima Prefecture, President: Hiroaki KANEHISA) signed a partnership agreement on Friday, March 27, Reiwa 8 (2026) to promote the development of education, research, and regional contribution.

■ Background of the Agreement and Expected Effects

This agreement aims to create new value by leveraging the respective expertise of the National Institute of Fitness and Sports in Kanoya, the only national sports university in Japan, and Kagoshima KOSEN, which has strengths in engineering education.
In recent years, Kagoshima KOSEN has been focusing on education that emphasizes "Well-being" and has developed its unique characteristics through collaboration with local sports clubs. On the other hand, the National Institute of Fitness and Sports in Kanoya actively promotes regional contribution centered on sports and martial arts through its "NPO Corporation NIFS Sports Club." Through the cooperation of both institutions, multifaceted effects are expected, including the creation of new knowledge through the integration of engineering and sports, improvement of students' motivation to learn, and revitalization of the region through sports.

■ Collaboration Details and Specific Initiatives

The agreement confirmed a wide range of collaborations, including the mutual dispatch of part-time lecturers, credit transfer, joint seminars and graduation research, and the promotion of joint research utilizing Sports DX and AI. Furthermore, student exchange, joint presentation sessions, measurement tours, and support for the transition from KOSEN to university, such as career counseling, are also planned to be strengthened.

■ About Kagoshima National College of Technology

< Education Philosophy >
To foster individuals who create the technology of the future.

< Mission >
1. To train engineers with excellent character and creativity who can compete internationally.
2. To create socially and economically valuable outcomes by emphasizing development-oriented education and research.
3. To be a KOSEN rooted in the region, supporting local industries, culture, and lifestyles.

< Human Resources to Cultivate >
1. Engineers who design coexistence between humanity's future and nature.
2. Engineers active globally.
3. Development-oriented engineers with rich creativity.
4. Engineers who consider things from the other person's perspective.

FAQ

What is the main purpose of the partnership agreement between Kagoshima KOSEN and the National Institute of Fitness and Sports in Kanoya?

The main purpose is to promote the development of education, academic research, and regional contribution activities by leveraging the respective strengths of both institutions.

What are the key areas of collaboration outlined in the agreement?

Key areas include mutual dispatch of part-time lecturers, credit transfer, joint seminars and graduation research, joint research utilizing Sports DX and AI, student exchange, and support for students transitioning from KOSEN to university.

What unique strengths do Kagoshima KOSEN and the National Institute of Fitness and Sports in Kanoya bring to this partnership?

Kagoshima KOSEN has strengths in engineering education and focuses on 'Well-being' and regional sports club collaboration. The National Institute of Fitness and Sports in Kanoya is Japan's only national sports university and actively promotes regional contribution through sports and martial arts.

What are the expected benefits of this collaboration?

Expected benefits include the creation of new knowledge through the integration of engineering and sports, increased student motivation, and regional revitalization through sports.

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