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Announcement of the commemorative event for Marine Day in 6
Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology will hold a commemorative event for "Marine Day" to make the general public familiar with and interested in the ocean.
We will be holding various programs to introduce our university's educational and research activities in an easy-to-understand manner, including a symposium on the Meiji Maru, an important cultural property that inspired the establishment of Marine Day, an open museum, and planetarium screenings. We look forward to your participation. (Free to join）
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Reiwa6Years7Month15Sun (Monday / holiday) Etchujima Campus *Participation is free |
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| Place |
Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Etchujima Campus (2-1-6 Etchujima, Koto-ku, Tokyo)
Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Shinagawa Campus (4-5-7 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
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What is Marine Day?
In commemoration of July 7, when the Emperor Meiji arrived at Yokohama Port from his tour of Tohoku and Hokkaido on the Meiji Maru, in 20, "Marine Memorial Day" was enacted. "became.
Marine Day Memorial Event Flyer (PDF)
Meiji Maru Symposium Flyer (PDF)
Implementation content
| campus | program name | Implementation content | Implementation site | Implementation time |
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| Etchujima | The 20th Meiji Maru Symposium: "150 Years of the Meiji Maru - Its History, Activities, Restoration and Future" |
As the Meiji Maru marks its 1874th anniversary since its completion in 7 (Meiji 150), the lecture will introduce the ship's history and many achievements, as well as its outlook for the future. |
Etchujima Hall 2nd floor auditorium |
13:00-15:00 |
| Etchujima | Meiji Maru Maritime Museum Special Opening (Special exhibit "150 Years of the Meiji Maru") |
In addition to touring the Meiji Maru, a nationally designated Important Cultural Property, the Centennial Memorial Museum, and the Meiji Maru Memorial Museum, a special exhibition titled "150 Years of the Meiji Maru" will be held at the Meiji Maru Memorial Museum. | Meiji Maru, XNUMXth Anniversary Museum, Meiji Maru Memorial Hall | Always (10:00-16:00) Last admission 15:30 |
| Etchujima |
Planetarium screening |
Members of the Maritime Promotion Association will be presenting a planetarium screening with live narration. * Advance reservations required (a lottery will be held if there are many applicants) |
Planetarium (Etchujima Hall rooftop) |
① 10: 30-10: 50 |
| Etchujima | Water Experiment/Ship Craft Class ~Let's Make a Hydraulic Boat~ | A crafts class aimed at lower elementary school students. Students will create simple craft boats using styrofoam, paper cups, and straws, and conduct experiments in the pool. |
Building 1, Room 116 | ①10: 00 to 10: 50 ②11: 00 to 11: 50 ③13: 00 to 13: 50 ④14: 00 to 14: 50 ⑤15: 00 to 15: 50 |
| Etchujima |
Electric Power Laboratory Open to the Public/ |
There will be an introduction to laboratory research, and elementary school students will be able to experience making paper crafts of the battery-propelled boats "Raicho I" and "Raicho N." | 3rd Laboratory, 5th floor: Electrical Engineering Laboratory 3rd Laboratory, 6th floor: Electrical Power Laboratory | Always 10:00～15:30 |
| Etchujima | Ship operation performance test tank open to the public | Equipped with a wave maker and a circulation mechanismThe Ship Operational Performance Experimental Basin will be open to the public. Guided tours will be available at the following times. ①11:30 ②13:30 ③15:00 |
Vessel operation performance test tank | The venue is always open to the public Seminar ①11:30 ②13:30 ③15:00 |
| Etchujima | Etchujima Photography Club Photo Exhibition "Marine Day Exhibition" | An exhibition of photos with the theme of "the sea" taken by members of the Etchujima Photography Club. Photos will be available for voting and for sale. | Building 2, 1st floor, classroom 2103 | Always |
| Etchujima | Functional device engineering laboratory introduction (poster exhibition) | Research presentations and poster displays on the development of new biosensors for detecting diabetes and myocardial infarction, and new battery devices. | Building 2, 1st floor, Entrance hall | Always |
| Etchujima | Accurately measure the tides | We will explain the operating principle of the tide level measuring device, which uses a GNSS receiver terminal and SIM communication to measure position to the 1cm level, and demonstrate real-time measurements. | 4th Experimental Building, 5th floor, Information and Communication Engineering Laboratory | ①13:00 ②14:00 ③15:00 Explanation and demonstration will be held for about 30 minutes each. |
| Etchujima | Internal Combustion Engine Engineering Laboratory Open to the Public | Participants will be able to freely tour the marine two-stroke diesel engine experiment and training equipment, plant, control room, etc., and will also receive presentations by students. | Experiment Building No. 2 | Always 10:30-16:00 |
| Etchujima |
3D Center of Gravity Detection Laboratory Open to the Public/Let's try it! New technology born from the sea that is kind to both people and cars |
①Experiment on fastest automatic cornering to prevent rollover based on 3D center of gravity detection theory ② Trial of a prototype fatigue/heatstroke/aging assessment system based on human center of gravity detection theory |
3rd Experimental Building, 1st floor, Logistics Environment Experiment Room | Always |
| Etchujima | Experience it! The world of -20°C in a refrigerated container | Experience freezing to -20°C in a real refrigerated container | Outdoor container next to the 3rd Laboratory |
11:00-11:30 |
| Etchujima |
Refrigeration and air conditioning laboratory open to the public |
We will explain the technology and research related to refrigeration and air conditioning, such as air conditioners and refrigerators that we use every day, and exhibit equipment used by students for experiments, practical training, research, etc. | First Experimental Building, 1st floor, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Laboratory | Always |
| Etchujima | Faculty of Ocean Engineering Entrance Examination Consultation | Information and consultation session regarding what can be studied at the Faculty of Marine Engineering and entrance examinations | Space near the entrance to Building 1 | 10:30-13:30 |
| Etchujima | Public lecture: "Information and chartwork necessary for safe navigation" |
This program will be aimed at junior and senior high school students and will cover the static information (nautical charts, etc.) and dynamic information (radar information, etc.) required for safe navigation. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to actually experience determining their ship's position using a nautical chart and checking the navigation information written on the nautical chart. |
First Laboratory, 1rd floor, Chart Room | Part 1 Lecture 13:30-14:20 Part 2: Chartwork 14:30-15:20 |
| Shinagawa |
Marine Science Museum "Marine Day" Special Opening |
In addition to the permanent exhibits of stuffed specimens and other marine life specimens, there will also be special exhibits of various collections related to Antarctic observation that have not previously been open to the public, as well as related lectures. We provide detailed support for your tour, including explanations of the exhibits by students. |
Shinagawa Campus |
10:30-15:30 |
Matters to keep in mind
?Be sure to bring a hat, towel, water, etc. to prevent heatstroke.Please replenish water frequently on the day.
?Each event may be subject to change or cancellation. The latest information will be posted on this page.
?There is no parking lot, so please use public transportation when visiting.
?If you come by bicycle, please use the bicycle parking space.
About applying for planetarium screenings
Participation in the "Planetarium Screening - A Starry Sky" requires prior application. Please read the following points and apply using the application form. If there are a large number of applicants, a lottery will be held. Please note that those who do not make a reservation in advance will not be able to participate.
Participation is free
?Capacity per session is planned to be 50 seats.
-2Up to 10 people may apply.
?Application (lottery) results and meeting time and place will be notified to the designated email address by Wednesday, July 7th.
[Screening time]
Part 1: 10:30-10:50
Part 2: 11:40-12:00
Part 3: 13:30-13:50
Part 4: 15:00-15:20
*Please gather at the designated location 10 minutes before the screening and enter the theater 5 minutes before the screening.
*We have received a large number of applications for Part 1, so we will hold a lottery. There are relatively few applications for Part 3. (As of June 6th)
[Application form]
https://forms.gle/8gSvsaJ8tSDJNrRB7
【Application deadline】 Sunday, October 6, 7nd year of Reiwa
[Notes]
?There is no elevator to the planetarium facility (on the roof of Etchujima Hall), so you must use the stairs.
?The temperature inside the venue may rise during the screening, so we recommend that you dress lightly. To prevent heatstroke, please be in top physical condition when coming to the venue.
contact information
Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, General Affairs Department, General Affairs Division, Public Relations Section
Tel:03-5463-1609, 0355(Weekdays8 : 30~17 : 00）
E-mail: so-koho@o.kaiyodai.ac.jp
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School of Marine Life ScienceShinagawa Campus
- Department of Marine Biological Resources
- Department of Food Production Science
- Department of Ocean Policy and Culture
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School of Marine TechnologyEtchujima Campus
- Undergraduate Course of Maritime Systems Engineering
- Undergraduate Course of Marine Electronics and Mechanical Engineering
- Undergraduate Course of Logistics and Information Engineering
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Faculty of Marine Resources and EnvironmentShinagawa Campus
- Department of Marine Environmental Science
- Department of Marine Resources and Energy
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Graduate School of Marine Science and TechnologyShinagawa Etchujima Campus
- Master's course
- Doctoral course
