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Rika Hanamitsu is a Professor at the School of Social Sciences, Waseda University, where she teaches courses related to intercultural communication studies. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree from Waseda University and is also affiliated with the Center for International Education and the Global Education Center at the university. Education: Doctor of Philosophy from Waseda University Affiliations: Center for International Education, Global Education Center Her research focuses on intercultural communication and applied linguistics, particularly examining how cultural stereotypes, identities, and communication styles are represented in media and literature. She has conducted extensive research on Allen Say's works and their cultural implications, analyzing how they depict multicultural experiences and identity formation. Professor Hanamitsu's educational activities include teaching various courses including 'Seminar III (Intercultural Communication Studies)', 'Exploring Cultures through Film', 'Inter-Cultural Communication', 'Freshman Seminar', and 'Intercultural Communication' in both fall and spring semesters of 2025. Her teaching emphasizes the use of films as educational tools for intercultural understanding and literacy development. She has participated in overseas activities such as attending the Summer Institute of Intercultural Communication at Hope College, University of Michigan in 2002. Her social activities include intercultural communication training using games to develop communication skills, which she has conducted since 2011. International Presentations: 35th IBBY World Congress (2016), Summer Institute of Intercultural Communication (2002) Domestic Conferences: Japan Association for Language Education & Technology, Japan Association of College English Teachers, Japan Society of English Usage and Style Research Projects: Cultural Comparison of Conflict Scenes in Movies and Their Treatment (2005)

• Intercultural Communication
• Applied Linguistics
• Cultural Studies
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Laurence Anthony is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Creative Science and Engineering, specifically affiliated with the Center for English Language Education in Science and Engineering (CELESE). He has held this position since 2009, having previously served as an Associate Professor at the same institution from 2004-2009. His academic journey began with a BSc from The University of Manchester (1991), followed by an MA (1997) and PhD (2002) from The University of Birmingham. Anthony's research centers on corpus linguistics, educational technology, and natural language processing applications in foreign language teaching. He is renowned for developing AntConc, a widely used freeware corpus analysis toolkit, along with numerous other educational software tools including AntWordProfiler, FireAnt, and ProtAnt. His work bridges linguistic theory with practical classroom applications, particularly in data-driven learning approaches for English as a Foreign Language contexts. His publication record is extensive with over 50 papers, 12,115 Google Scholar citations, and an h-index of 45. His recent work increasingly explores the intersection of corpus linguistics and artificial intelligence, examining how language models can enhance language teaching and analysis. Anthony's research has evolved from foundational corpus tool development to sophisticated applications in vocabulary profiling, writing analysis, and AI-assisted language learning. Among his notable recognitions are the Waseda University 6th e-Teaching Award (2018), the National Prize of the Japan Association of English Corpus Studies (2012), and the L'Oreal Art and Science of Color Gold Prize (2005). He serves on multiple editorial boards including for Studies in Corpus Linguistics, Journal of Asia TEFL, and Corpus Linguistics Research Journal. Anthony actively contributes to the academic community through numerous presentations at international conferences, recent ones including talks on AI integration with corpus methods at Corpus Linguistics 2025 and the LSP-Num Conference. His professional activities demonstrate ongoing engagement with both theoretical developments and practical applications in language education technology.

• Corpus Linguistics
• Educational Technology
• Natural Language Processing
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Randy Fred Appel is an Associate Professor at Waseda University's Global Education Center, with a PhD in Education (Applied Linguistics) from Concordia University. His academic career includes prior roles as Assistant Professor at Waseda University (2017-2021), Research Assistant at Concordia University (2014), and teaching positions at Concordia, Carleton University, and Algonquin College. Education: PhD (2017) and MA (2011) in Applied Linguistics from Concordia and Carleton Universities, respectively. Appel's research focuses on L2 English academic writing, corpus linguistics, formulaic sequences, and L1-related differences. His work examines lexical bundles, linking adverbials, and metadiscourse features in cross-linguistic contexts, with applications in language assessment and pedagogy. Recent projects include analyzing French for Academic Purposes assessments and developing automated measures for lexical sophistication in writing tasks. His publications span journals like English for Specific Purposes , System , and Journal of English for Academic Purposes , with a 2025 paper on interactional metadiscourse in business writing and 2023 studies on linking adverbials across Asian learner groups. He has received significant funding, including a Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Grant-in-Aid for Early-Career Scientists (2020-2022). Scientific Awards: SSHRC Doctoral Fellowship (2014), Concordia Graduate Fellowship (2012), Ontario Graduate Scholarship (2009) Appel has contributed to curriculum development through syllabi for Academic Writing and Discussion in English courses at Waseda's Global Education Center (2025). He actively participates in academic conferences, including the Language Testing Research Colloquium (2022) and Asia TEFL Conference (2019). His service includes peer reviewing for journals like System and International Journal of Business Governance and Ethics .

• Foreign Language Education
• Second Language Acquisition
• Corpus Linguistics
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Peter Backhaus is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Education, Tokyo. He is affiliated with the Graduate School of Education and Faculty of International Research and Education, contributing to both academic and societal contexts through interdisciplinary research. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Germany ResearchGate profile verified via institutional email His research focuses on Sociolinguistics, Pragmatics, Stylistics, and Linguistic Landscapes , with a strong emphasis on multilingualism in Japanese public spaces and communication dynamics in eldercare facilities. Key themes include institutional interactions, language policy, and discourse analysis. Recent publications like “Magica Spellings” (2025) and “Care Communication” (2017) highlight his expertise in language contact, policy, and healthcare discourse. His work has been cited over 3,699 times (Google Scholar), with an h-index of 13. 2018 Waseda Research Award recipient for outstanding scholarly contributions He has led research projects funded by JSPS, including studies on Japanese spam language (2013-2016) and immigrant language policies (2008-2010). His teaching portfolio at Waseda University includes courses in English linguistics, sociolinguistics, and communication studies.

• Sociolinguistics
• Pragmatics
• Stylistics
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Yuri Sakuma is a Professor at the School of Education of The University of Tokyo since 2023. She previously held part-time lecturer roles at institutions including Waseda University (2017-2020) and Senshu University (2010-2013). Her academic journey includes a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Education: Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison (2011) M.A., Hitotsubashi University, Graduate School of Language and Society (2009) B.A., Tokyo Gakugei University, English Education (2005) Research Interests: Dr. Sakuma explores intersections of African American literature , jazz studies , black feminism , and cultural pluralism . Her work spans from the Harlem Renaissance to contemporary Black Lives Matter movements, analyzing jazz as a medium for racial and gender discourse. She also investigates popular music , violence , and cosmopolitanism in transnational contexts. Notable Trends: Her recent publications examine jazz historiography , Black Lives Matter , and millennial cultural shifts . Earlier works focus on Harlem Renaissance , black feminist theory , and transatlantic literary influences . Scientific Awards: Tokyo Gakugei Daigaku, Kyoiku-Bunka Prize (2004) Swing Journal, Grand Prize (2002) Teaching and Leadership: She teaches American Literature and Amfrican American Poetry at Waseda University. She serves on editorial boards for the Waseda University Gender Studies Institute and Japanese Association for American Studies , and contributes to organizations like the International Association for the Study of Popular Music . Research Projects: Current projects include Jazz in Occupied Japan: Gender and Feminist Perspectives (funded by JSPS, 2024-2027) and studies on 21st-century pop music ethics (2016-2017).

• American Literature
• African American Literature
• Gender Studies
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Haruka Fukazawa is a Professor at Keio University's Faculty of Business and Commerce (Hiyoshi Campus). Her research focuses on theoretical linguistics within the framework of Optimality Theory, examining phonological systems and language acquisition mechanisms from a cognitive science perspective. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from the University of Maryland at College Park (1999) and has taught extensively in Japan and the U.S., including roles at Georgetown University and the University of Maryland. Education: Aoyama Gakuin University (BA, 1987), West Virginia University (MA in Linguistics, 1993), and University of Maryland (Ph.D., 1999). Her research emphasizes articulatory and auditory constraints in phonological theory, with notable work on Japanese adjective acquisition and paradigm uniformity in Optimality Theory. Research Themes include investigating how both auditory and articulatory factors shape phonological systems, and the role of indirect negative evidence in language learning. She has published widely in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, including contributions to Japanese Linguistics and MIT Phonology Circle presentations. Her teaching includes courses like Comprehensive English Seminar and English Listening Seminar.

• Optimality Theory
• Theoretical Linguistics
• Language Acquisition
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Kusumoto Noriaki is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Education within the Faculty of Education and Integrated Arts and Sciences. With a Doctor of Science degree from Waseda University, he maintains an active research profile with teaching responsibilities for 2025 including Seminar in Cultural Sciences, Introduction to Information Processing, Cultural Sciences: Maps, Information Society/Information Ethics, and Application of Information Technology and Career courses. His academic work bridges educational technology and biological sciences, reflecting a unique interdisciplinary approach. Professor Kusumoto's research interests focus on educational technology and science education, particularly e-learning and Web-Based Training (WBT) systems. His work demonstrates significant contributions to language learning technologies, including mobile learning applications for English vocabulary acquisition, learning history analysis for personalized instruction, and corpus development for language proficiency assessment. He has also maintained a parallel research line in photosynthetic reaction centers of green sulfur bacteria, with publications dating back to the 1990s that examine electron transfer mechanisms and ferredoxin interactions. His publication record shows a clear evolution from biological research toward educational technology applications, with recent work (2003-2008) predominantly focused on language learning systems, data infrastructure for educational research (VALIS project), and information ethics. The 15 most recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on practical applications of technology in language education, with particular attention to mobile learning, learning analytics, and networked systems for language data collection and analysis. His work consistently addresses the intersection of technology, pedagogy, and practical implementation challenges. Professor Kusumoto has been involved in numerous research projects funded by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, including 'Data Collection and Annotation of Relatively Spontaneous Utterances by Japanese Learners of English' (2009-2013) and 'English learning with handheld devices' (2007-2009). His professional memberships include the Biophysical Society of Japan, Japanese Society for Biology Education, Japan Society for Educational Technology, and Information Processing Society of Japan, reflecting his dual expertise in both biological sciences and educational technology. As a concurrent researcher at the Waseda Research Institute for Science and Engineering and affiliated with the Global Education Center (2024-2026), Professor Kusumoto maintains an active research presence. His work on information ethics, particularly in educational contexts, demonstrates his commitment to addressing the social and ethical dimensions of technology in learning environments. His early research on photosynthetic reaction centers continues to inform his approach to science education methodology and biological curriculum development.

• Educational technology
• Science education
• e-learning
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Dr. Tania Hossain is a Professor and Assistant Dean at Waseda University's Faculty of Letters, Arts and Sciences in Tokyo, Japan. Originally from Dhaka, Bangladesh, she completed her Ph.D. at International Christian University, Tokyo, following undergraduate and master's studies at the University of Dhaka. She teaches sociolinguistics and cultural heritage of South Asia, with a research focus on language and education policy studies, particularly concerning marginalized communities in South Asia. Dr. Hossain's educational background includes: Ph.D. in English Language Teaching from International Christian University (2004-2008) M.A. in English Language Teaching from International Christian University (2002-2004) Intensive Japanese Studies from Bunkyo University (2001-2002) M.A. in English Language Teaching from University of Dhaka (1998-2001) B.A.(Hons) in English Literature from University of Dhaka (1995-1998) Her research interests span sociolinguistics, cultural heritage of South Asia, language and education policy, and refugee studies. She has conducted extensive research on the Rohingya refugee crisis in Bangladesh, focusing on educational access and language rights. Her work also addresses women's empowerment, Dalit rights in India, and religious tourism in Bangladesh. As a multilingual scholar who has traveled to over 100 countries, she brings a global perspective to her research on language policy in post-colonial contexts. Dr. Hossain's recent publications reveal a strong focus on contemporary language education challenges, particularly regarding marginalized communities. Her work examines the intersection of AI and language learning, digital diaspora among refugee populations, and the implementation of language policies in South Asia. She has increasingly focused on the Rohingya refugee crisis in Bangladesh, analyzing educational access and language rights issues. Her research methodology combines policy analysis with field studies in Bangladesh and other South Asian countries. Her notable awards include: Sprits of Women's Award (2017.09) from Women's Club of Tokyo Nikhil Bishwa Bangla Vasha Sahityo Puroskar (2014.04) from Sanskriti Chorcha, India Dr. Hossain has served as an advisor for the Bangladesh Study Tour at Mitaka International and has been involved in numerous research projects at Waseda University, including studies on education in a global context, language and education policy, and literacy policy. She has received funding for research on the economic impact of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia, expanding education for Rohingya refugee children, and the cultural heritage of Aligarh Muslim University. Her work demonstrates a commitment to addressing educational inequalities and promoting language rights in South Asia. As a multilingual academic with expertise in sociolinguistics and cultural heritage, Dr. Hossain leads research teams focusing on language policy implementation in South Asia. She has established collaborations with institutions across Japan, Bangladesh, India, and other countries to study educational systems and language rights. Her work with refugee communities, particularly the Rohingya in Bangladesh, has led to partnerships with international organizations addressing educational access for displaced populations.

• Sociolinguistics
• Cultural Heritage of South Asia
• Language Policy
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Professor Nobuaki Tochigi of Sophia University's School of Humanities and Social Sciences is a leading scholar in English literature and Irish studies. With a career spanning over three decades, he bridges Japanese and Irish literary traditions through translation, critique, and fieldwork. 1987-1982: Graduate and undergraduate studies at Sophia University His research focuses on English literature, particularly Irish poetry and translation studies, with a deep engagement in cultural memory and intertextuality. He has contributed extensively to modern poetry journals and newspapers, analyzing works by Seamus Heaney, Paul Simon, and W.B. Yeats. Recent publications explore poetic themes, Yeats' influence, and the intersection of song lyrics and literature. His fieldwork in Ireland (2002) involved collaborations with Irish poets and digitization of cultural landscapes, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach. 2014: Yomiuri Literary Prize for 'Irish Monogatari' 1996: Catholic Academic Research Incentive Award Tochigi mentors emerging scholars and contributes to academic projects, including translations of Irish authors and cultural reports. His teaching portfolio includes courses on English literature, Irish studies, and research seminars, emphasizing global literary connections.

• English Literature
• Irish Literature
• Poetry
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Naoko Yagi is Professor at the Faculty of Political Science and Economics, Waseda University, Tokyo. A theatre scholar trained at Sophia University and the University of Warwick (PhD Theatre Studies, 1999), she specializes in twentieth- and twenty-first-century British & Irish drama, with particular attention to Harold Pinter, Samuel Beckett, Frank McGuinness, and the aesthetics of performance sound. Education: PhD Theatre Studies, University of Warwick (1993-1999) MA Theatre Studies, University of Warwick (1991-1992) MA Linguistics, Sophia University (1988-1990) BA English Literature, Sophia University (1984-1988) Research interests cluster around the sonic and spatial dimensions of plays, radio drama, archival recordings, and intermedial adaptation. Recent work applies sound-studies methodologies to modern Irish and British canonical texts, examining how auditory choices re-configure audience perception. Her more than thirty refereed articles trace a consistent trajectory: close readings of playtexts merged with performance analysis, often drawing on unpublished drafts, audio recordings, and international productions. Over two decades she has likewise co-edited three academic volumes, including Irish Theatre and Its Soundscapes (2015). Scientific recognition: invited visiting fellowships at Clare Hall and Wolfson College (Cambridge), the Moore Institute (Galway), and Columbia University; Erasmus+ teaching mobility at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. Teaching & grants: she currently delivers six undergraduate courses per year (Shakespearean tragedy, News English, world literature, etc.) within Waseda’s Political Science & Economics curriculum, and has led internal special-research projects on Pinter’s screenwriting. No graduate advisees or major prizes are recorded in the supplied material.

• Theatre Studies
• British and Irish Drama
• Performance Aesthetics
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Emi Sauzier-Uchida is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Political Science and Economics, specializing in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of linguistics, political science, and education. Her academic appointments include faculty positions in both the undergraduate School of Political Science and Economics and the Graduate School of Political Science, with additional affiliation at the Global Education Center. Her educational background includes a Master's Degree in Modern Japanese Studies with Distinction from Oxford University, a PhD in Applied Linguistics from the University of Essex, an MA in Applied Linguistics, and a Diploma in TEFL, all from Essex. Her research spans multiple domains including political discourse analysis, applied linguistics, foreign language education, and postcolonial studies with particular focus on Japan and Mauritius. Her scholarly work demonstrates consistent engagement with how language shapes political understanding and educational practices. Her publications reveal evolving research trajectories from early work on Japanese learners' processing of English loanwords to contemporary analyses of Japanese prime ministers' speeches through discourse analysis frameworks. Her studies consistently examine the relationship between language, power, and identity across different sociopolitical contexts. Professor Sauzier-Uchida has led multiple significant research projects funded by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, including investigations into cognitive frame formation in Japanese prime ministerial speeches and language policy in postcolonial Mauritius. Her work on the coexistence of English and Creole in Mauritius represents substantial cross-cultural research examining language attitudes across different demographic groups. Principal Investigator: Cognitive frame formation and transformation in postwar Japanese prime ministerial speeches (2019-2022) Principal Investigator: Analyzing the Process of Standardizing and Introducing Kreol to School Education in Mauritius (2013-2016) Principal Investigator: Research on the Use of English and Creole in Postcolonial Mauritius (2009-2010) Her teaching portfolio includes advanced courses in political discourse analysis, sociolinguistics, and English language instruction focused on political science and economics content. She has developed specialized curricula for preparing Japanese students for English-medium instruction in global academic contexts, reflecting her commitment to addressing practical challenges in international education.

• Applied Linguistics
• Political Discourse Analysis
• Foreign Language Education
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Douglass Scott is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Human Sciences in Tokyo, Japan, where he has made significant contributions to educational technology and intercultural communication research. His academic career spans over two decades with a particular focus on digital communication patterns, emotional expression in mobile media, and online education systems. He is closely associated with Waseda University's e-School, Japan's first complete undergraduate online degree program established in 2003. Dr. Scott earned his PhD in 1997 from the University of Michigan's School of Education with a specialization in Educational Foundations and Policy and Educational Technology. He also holds an MA in East Asian Studies (Japan) from the University of Michigan (1987) and a BS in Political Science from the University of Oregon (1985). His educational background includes a period at Waseda University's International Division during 1983-1984. His research primarily focuses on educational technology, information and communication technology, and intercultural communication, with special attention to how emotions are transmitted through digital channels. His work often compares Japanese and American communication patterns, particularly examining gender differences and cultural variations in mobile phone email usage. He has documented the development and implementation of Waseda University's pioneering e-School program across multiple publications. Analysis of his publication record reveals consistent scholarly contributions examining emotional expression in digital communication, with particular emphasis on how gender and cultural background influence emotional transmission through mobile devices. His research shows a clear trajectory from foundational work on educational telecommunications models to applied research on specific communication technologies in educational contexts. Dr. Scott maintains active research projects including comparative studies of mobile telephone use across countries and investigations into the role of social networks in cultural adjustment of exchange students. His work has been supported by Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research. As an educator, he teaches across multiple programs at Waseda University including the Graduate School of Human Sciences and the School of Human Sciences Online Degree Program. His teaching portfolio encompasses Information and Communication Technology courses, Academic Writing, Intercultural Communication, and English language instruction.

• Educational technology
• Information and communication technology
• Intercultural communication
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Professor Yuka Ishikawa serves in the Department of Fundamental Study within Nagoya University's Graduate School of Engineering, specializing in engineering English education and academic discourse analysis. Her research bridges applied linguistics and engineering education through corpus-based investigations of writing patterns. Her research focuses on metadiscourse analysis in engineering research abstracts , gender representation in language textbooks , and development of English learning tools for Japanese engineering students . Key projects include the EJET system for thesis English conversion and J-ENG2 vocabulary learning platform. Recent publications (2021-2024) reveal consistent investigation of disciplinary variation in engineering writing , cultural differences in self-mention patterns , and gender representation in educational materials . Her work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between linguistics, gender studies, and engineering education. Japan Society of English Language Education Award (2008) Professor Ishikawa has secured multiple Japanese government research grants including KAKENHI projects on engineering English vocabulary systems (2016-2019) and gender representation in textbooks (2016-2020). She serves as Principal Investigator for the 2023-2026 project on authorial presence markers in academic texts (Grant 23K00673). She actively contributes to academic communities through leadership roles in the Japan Association of College English Teachers (Chubu Chapter President 2019-2021) and the Japanese Society for Stylistics (Board Member).

• Academic Writing
• Engineering English
• Gender Studies in Language Education
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Tetsuo Harada is a Professor at Waseda University 's Faculty of Education and Integrated Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from UCLA (1999), an M.A. in Phonetics from University College London (1992), and a B.A. in English Language and Literature from Waseda University (1984). His career includes visiting scholar roles at University of Washington (2024-2025) and UCLA (2013-2014). Research Interests : Second Language Acquisition, Phonetics/Phonology of Japanese and English, Content-Based Instruction (CBI), Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), English Medium Instruction (EMI), Bilingual Education. Notable Contributions : Pioneering studies on age-of-acquisition effects in immersion education, VOT (Voice Onset Time) analysis in bilingual speech, and EMI pedagogical frameworks. Scientific Recognition : Recipient of multiple Japan Society for the Promotion of Science grants, Freeman Foundation fellowship, and NIH-funded collaborations. Academic Leadership : Editorial board member for Journal of Second Language Pronunciation and New Sounds symposium organizing chair.

• Second Language Acquisition
• Foreign Language Education
• English Language Teaching
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Tetsuhito Motoyama is a Professor at the School of Law, with a career spanning Japanese Shakespearean adaptations, Elizabethan drama, and intercultural theatre studies. His research explores how Shakespeare's works reflect and reshape cultural identities in Japan, emphasizing adaptations that transcend 'indigenous' frameworks. PhD in Comparative Culture (International Christian University) MA in Shakespeare Studies (University of Birmingham) His fields of interest include Shakespeare pedagogy for law students, early modern English theatre networks, and digital humanities methodologies. He leads the JSPS-funded project A Brave New World for Japanese Shakespeare Adaptations , focusing on translation's role in expanding Shakespearean scholarship. Co-organizer of 2022 international conference "Found in Translation" Past part-time lecturer at Keio, Waseda, and Meiji Universities Motoyama's publications analyze Japanese adaptations of King Lear , the Folger Shakespeare Library's educational outreach, and the intersection of performance, politics, and cultural memory in Shakespearean contexts.

• English Literature
• Shakespeare Studies
• Elizabethan Drama
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