“People, I tell you; each person is precious. Each individual matters.”
These words, spoken by Joseph Hardy Neesima at the 10th anniversary of Doshisha’s establishment 140 years ago, resonate deeply with the following passage of the report issued in 2001 by the Judicial System Reform Council:
“Even a single voice, when spoken sincerely in pursuit of justice, deserves to be heard with seriousness.” This is a matter that concerns dignity and pride of each and every citizen, who lives their irreplaceable life to the fullest as a human being.”

The belief in valuing each individual lies at the heart of Doshisha University Law School. Our mission is to nurture as many legal professionals as possible who possess the strong spirit to uphold this principle. Based on our experience and achievements, we are committed to providing education that respects and supports each student as a unique individual.

We firmly believe that you, every student at Doshisha University Law School, hold infinite potential. It is our sincere hope that you will open the door to your own brilliant future.

Professor MATSUMOTO Tetsuji
Dean, Doshisha Law School