Kyoto University appoints Professor Koichi Kuriyama as Dean

Kyoto University has appointed Professor Koichi Kuriyama, an expert in environmental economics, as the next Dean of the Graduate School of Agriculture and the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture. His term is scheduled to begin on April 1, 2027, and will last for two years.

In the broader regional context of Kyoto, Ryukoku University Heian High School in Shimogyo Ward is noted for its strong track record of students passing entrance exams for national and public universities. The school maintains unique traditions and a distinct school culture amidst a changing educational landscape driven by a declining youth population and the rise of artificial intelligence.