Hokkaido University announced the final candidates for the next president following the expiration of the current president’s term. The candidates include the current president, a specially appointed professor serving as vice director, and a professor serving as vice president.
Hokkaido University Main Gate
The **Hokkaido University Main Gate** is a historic entrance to one of Japan’s most prestigious universities, located in Sapporo, Hokkaido. Built in the early 20th century, the gate reflects Western-style Meiji-era architecture, symbolizing the university’s founding in 1876 as Sapporo Agricultural College under the influence of American educator William S. Clark. Today, it stands as a landmark representing Hokkaido’s academic heritage and modernization.
Sapporo City
Sapporo City, the capital of Hokkaido, Japan, was founded in 1868 during the Meiji Restoration as a planned modern city. It is famous for its annual Sapporo Snow Festival, beer industry (home of Sapporo Brewery), and vibrant food scene, including miso ramen. The city hosted the 1972 Winter Olympics, boosting its global recognition as a winter sports destination.
