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Mototaka Mori is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Culture, Media and Society, specializing in sociological theory, socio-phenomenology, and the intersection of symbolic media with societal structures. He holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from Waseda University (1995), alongside an MA (1982) and BA (1979) in Social Sciences.
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Waseda University (1995)
- Master of Arts - Waseda University (1982)
- Bachelor of Letters - Waseda University (1979)
His research spans social theory, socio-phenomenology, globalization, and the symbolic dimensions of money, space, and time. He has explored grassroots democracy, Japanese well-being, and the sociological implications of music as an intermediary medium.
Key article trends include analyses of Tokyo's governance, Ishihara's political influence, and theoretical engagements with Schutz, Hayek, and Parsons. His work often bridges phenomenology, pragmatism, and systems theory.
Scientific Awards:
- Contributor to the 1st Fukutake Nao Award (2020)
Mori has led grants from Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, including studies on Tokyo gubernatorial elections and Alfred Schutz's annotations. He actively participates in international conferences like the International Alfred Schutz Circle and the German-Japanese Society for Social Sciences.
