This interdisciplinary lecture uses the "origami crane" as a keyword to explore Japanese culture in the Edo period and the modern mathematical field of tiling. The stable society of the Edo period fostered the development of unique cultural practices such as origami. Today, the word "origami" is globally recognized. Through the example of the paper crane, we will experience the connections between Edo period culture and modern mathematical sciences.
ScheduledEdo Culture, Origami Cranes, and Geometry through Historica Texts
Lecturer
Takashi YOSHINO/ Professor, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Toyo University
Graduated from Natural Sciences First Cluster of Colleges of Tsukuba University. Completed the doctoral program at the Graduate School of Engineering, University of Tsukuba. Holds a Ph.D. in Engineering. After teaching at Nihon University Junior College and the Department of Environmental and Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Toyo University, currently holds a present academic position.
Since his doctoral studies, he has been conducting research under the theme of the "science on form." His areas of specialization include applications of non-Euclidean geometry, polyhedral geometry, and the mathematics of origami.
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Course outline
Lecture nameEdo Culture, Origami Cranes, and Geometry through Historica Texts
Date and timeDecember 06, 2025 (Saturday) , 01:00 PM (JST) 〜 December 06, 2025 (Saturday) , 02:30 PM (JST)
Lecturer
Takashi YOSHINO
Professor, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Toyo University
Professor, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Toyo University
TargetJapanese proficiency equivalent to JLPT N2 or above
* Participation from abroad is highly welcomed.
* All courses will be conducted in Japanese only.
* Participation from abroad is highly welcomed.
* All courses will be conducted in Japanese only.
Capacity1,000 participants per lecture (first-come-first-served basis)
Streaming service
Zoom
FeeFree
Application periodNovember 04, 2025 (Tuesday) , 12:00 AM (JST) ~ December 05, 2025 (Friday) , 11:59 PM (JST)
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