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Research ServicesKyoto, Japan1001-5000 Employees
Kyoto University is a large research university based in Kyoto, in the Kansai region of Japan. Founded on June 18, 1897 by Imperial Ordinance, it became the second university established in the country. The institution emphasizes academic freedom and aims to foster harmonious coexistence among humans and the ecological environment as central to its mission. In the realm of research services, it conducts extensive scholarly work and pursues collaborations with other institutions and partners to advance knowledge. In June 2026, Kyoto University announced the appointment of Yasuto Tachikawa as its president. The university has a record of partnerships and collaborative activities with other research organizations and industry stakeholders, reflecting its engagement across academia and beyond.