

Status quo in Japanese early childhood education and care: A contemporary and critical issues in
early childhood teacher training courses in Japan Taichi Akutsu, PhD, Okayama Prefectural University Introduction The negative news could be listed endlessly surrounding in Japanese early childhood education such as shortage of childcare workers, a high rate of turnover, low wages, and declining quality of childcare. Japanese early childhood education faces a necessity of dealing with numerous critical issues. A famous comparative study in the realm of early childhood educati
Nov 17, 2023


Discussing the Influence of Money in Medicine: Yen for Docs Database Public Symposium
Tetsuya Tanimoto, M.D. Physician, Medical Governance Research Institute The Medical Governance Research Institute has been at the forefront of transparency in healthcare, showcasing the ties between pharmaceutical companies and medical professionals. Since fiscal year 2016, we have maintained and updated the "YEN FOR DOCS" database, a comprehensive record of payments made to healthcare professionals and institutions. The latest update, including the 2020 data, was released on
Nov 10, 2023


The Crucial Role of the HPV Vaccine: Global Trends and Japan's Current Stance
Yudai Kaneda School of Medicine, Hokkaido University Hello world, Today’s topic is about the HPV vaccine, especially focusing on our...
Nov 3, 2023


Charting the Course: What Lies Ahead for the Minister of Health, Labor, and Welfare?
Masahiro Kami, M.D., Ph.D. President, Medical Governance Research Institute, Tokyo, Japan Mr. Keizo Takemi has been appointed as the Minister of Health, Labor, and Welfare. His selection by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, particularly as he is a candidate recommended by the Japan Medical Association (JMA), has garnered significant attention from the public. I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Takemi, during the initial outbreak of the COVID-19. At the time, I was asked
Oct 27, 2023


Dermatological Practice: Characteristics of Skin Diseases in Children and the Elderly
Dr. Noriko Sato Accessible Rail Medical Services Tetsuikai, Navitas Clinic Tachikawa, Department of Dermatology, Tokyo, Japan Before...
Oct 20, 2023


The Recovery of “Psychological Safety” is a Challenge for Japan's Economic Growth
Mariko Yagisawa Graduate from the University Advanced Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Studies and Skills at the University of Derby, UK In recent years, there has been a global emphasis on nurturing innovation-oriented workers. For instance, the World Economic Forum has predicted that "analytical thinking and innovation" will be the most essential skills for workers in 2025. Consequently, the imperative for both educational institutions and companies is to create an environ
Oct 13, 2023


ChatGPT: How is it Transforming the Landscape of Medical Research?
Masahiro Kami, M.D., Ph.D. President, Medical Governance Research Institute, Tokyo, Japan Rapid Evolution in the Field of Artificial...
Oct 6, 2023


Updates on Patient-Visit Trends at Navitas Clinic
Morihiro Takita, M.D., Ph.D. Accessible Rail Medical Services Tetsuikai, Navitas Clinic Tachikawa, Department of Internal Medicine,...
Sep 29, 2023


Let's Discuss the Money in Medication (Episode 93) The Ambivalence of Dealing with Pharmaceutical
Companies as a Breast Surgeon Akihiko Ozaki, M.D., Ph.D. Physician at the Medical Governance Research Institute Inconsistency. That's my...
Sep 22, 2023


The essence of talent development lies in the "journey" – Why does the "adaptability" of MLB
Japanese players and students from Western Japan's prestigious preparatory schools improve? Masahiro Kami, M.D., Ph.D. President, Medical...
Sep 15, 2023


To Mothers and Fathers: Let's Embrace Fever!
Professor Kenzo Takahashi, M.D., Ph.D. Accessible Rail Medical Services Tetsuikai, Navitas Clinic Kawasaki, Department of Pediatrics,...
Sep 8, 2023


Discussing the money in medicine (Episode 92)
Electronic Disclosure System for Financial Statements - Medical Corporations and Social Welfare Corporations Tetsuya Tanimoto, M.D....
Sep 1, 2023


Understanding Talent Development: Insights from Japanese Major League Baseball Players and
Medical Doctors in Japan Masahiro Kami, M.D., Ph.D. President, Medical Governance Research Institute, Tokyo, Japan Exploring Talent...
Aug 25, 2023


The Allure of Kampo Medicine (Part 2)
Chiharu Kobayashi, MD., Ph.D. Navitas Clinic Kawasaki, Internal Medicine, Tetsuikai Medical Corporation Graduated from Oin High School in...
Aug 18, 2023


The Allure of Kampo Medicine (Part 1)
Chiharu Kobayashi, MD., Ph.D. Navitas Clinic Kawasaki, Internal Medicine, Tetsuikai Medical Corporation Graduated from Oin High School in...
Aug 11, 2023




















