Challenges Spanning Three Centuries
Hosei's history began in an era of growing freedom
The history of Hosei University began in 1880. From there, the predecessors of Japanese jurisprudence poured their passion into the university, and those who aspired to study gathered to create an academic culture of freedom and progress. Since its birth as the Tokyo Hogakusha, Hosei University has produced many independent individuals "based on the spirit of democracy" and "dedicated to the public welfare," as stated in Article 1 of the university's "School Regulations. In 2020, Hosei University celebrates its 140th anniversary. Hosei University will continue to tackle new reforms with an "enterprising spirit" that is not afraid of change and continues to challenge itself as a front-runner of the times.
- History of Hosei University in the Founding Spirit
We look back on the history of Hosei University from its founding as "Tokyo Hogakusha" in 1880 to the time when it was established as "Hosei University.
- Chronological Table of Hosei University
A list of topics from the founding of the university to the present are introduced.
- Episodes of Hosei University
Various episodes related to Hosei University are introduced.
- Past Presidents and Presidents
The following is a list of past Presidents and Presidents of Hosei University.
- HOSEI Museum
An experimental museum for "sustainability of people and global society" that connects the past, present, and future of Hosei University and the three Hosei University campuses through real and digital media.
- HOSEI MUSEUM" published in the public relations magazine "Hosei
Introducing the materials and history held by the university, which were published in the public relations magazine "Hosei.