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  • Soccer Club Woman

    Soccer Club Woman

    Introduction: We have members who have played soccer for over ten years, as well as members who started only after entering university. With the goal of creating a supportive team, we encourage every member to take initiative and enjoy playing together. If you’re interested in soccer, let’s spend an exciting and fulfilling four years together! We’re waiting for you!

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus: KIC

    Location: Ritsumeikan Unversity Haradani Athletic Field

    Language: Japanese N4, English B2

    Keywords: A Beloved Team, Unity, Underdog Victory

    E-mail: rits.gfc@gmail.com

    @rits_w_soccer
    @Rits_w_soccer
  • Ritsumeikan Univercity Alpine Climbing Club

    Ritsumeikan Univercity Alpine Climbing Club

    Introduction: Join Our Mountaineering Club! We Need You! Short on members, but big on adventure! We are actively looking for new members to join our ranks. If you have no hobbies but have money to spare, let’s go climb mountains and rocks together! We pursue personal growth through hard mountain training and expeditions. Beginners and experienced climbers are all welcome!

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus: KIC, BKC, Others & Outside Campus

    Location: 408, Student Center

    Language: Japanese N2, English B2

    E-mail: rits.sangaku@gmail.com

    @rits.sangaku
  • Bicycle Racing Club

    Bicycle Racing Club

    Introduction: We are the Bicycle Racing Club. From on‑road races such as road racing and track racing to mountain biking and cyclocross, we participate in a wide variety of cycling competitions. This semester, our goals are to earn a title at university championships and to compete in other national‑level events. We are always recruiting both managers and riders! Feel free to reach out to us anytime!

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus:Others & Outside Campus

    Location: Public roads and gyms around each campus, the Kansai Cycle Sports Center

    Language: Japanese N1, English A1

    Keywords: Road Cycling, Track Cycling, Mountain Biking

    E-mail: ba1304kh@ed.ritsumei.ac.jp

    @rits_bike
    @ritsbike
  • Automobile Club

    Automobile Club

    Introduction: The Automobile Club is a club that engages in competitions using automobiles.You will find a unique youth experience here.

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus:Others & Outside Campus

    Location: Hiragino General Ground, Rifle Range

    Language: Japanese N1, English C2

    Keywords: Unity, Effort, Destruction

    E-mail: so1339hi@ed.ritsumei.ac.jp

    @ritsumeimotorsport_official
    @RUAC_222
  • Rifle Shooting Club

    Rifle Shooting Club

    Introduction: At the Rifle Shooting Club, we train on a flexible shift schedule during the weekdays, so it’s easy to balance with part-time jobs and academics. One of our biggest strengths is that you can practice according to your own availability. Half of our members started with no experience, and we even have a national champion among us! If you’re looking to try something new—or aim for the top in Japan—we’re waiting for you! Let’s work together toward becoming national champions!

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus: KIC

    Location: Hiragino General Ground, Rifle Range

    Language: Japanese N2, English A1

    Keywords: Team Coordination, Mental Growth, Mutual Improvement

    E-mail: ritsurifleshooting@gmail.com

    @ritsumeirifle
    @ritsumeirifle
  • American football club

    American football club

    Introduction: The American Football Club trains six days a week at the BKC Green Field. We now have over 160 members, all working hard toward becoming the No.1 team in Japan, whether as players or staff. Whether you have experience or not, come and feel the excitement and power of American football for yourself!

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus: BKC

    Location: BKC Green Field

    Language: Japanese N5, English A1

    Keywords: American Football, Best in Japan, Football

    E-mail: ritsumeikanmgrphoto2018@gmail.com

    @ritsumeikanpanthers
    @r_panthers
  • Ritsumeikan University Athletic Association Canoe Club

    Ritsumeikan University Athletic Association Canoe Club

    Introduction: Hello everyone! We are the Canoe Club. Canoeing is a sport where you paddle across flat water using an oar. It’s often called the “F1 of the water” — among all human-powered water sports, it’s the fastest! If you’re interested, we’d love for you to come check out the Canoe Club!

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus: BKC,Others & Outside Campus

    Location: Athlete Gym / Canoe Club Dormitory, 2-35 Hotarudani, Otsu-shi, Shiga

    Language: Japanese N1, English A1

    Keywords: Personal Growth, Canoe Sprint, Ritsumeikan Style

    E-mail: sh0326xe@ed.ritsumei.ac.jp

    @rits_canoe.kayak.team
  • Karate club (new)

    Karate club (new)

    Introduction: Dear new students, we are the Athletic Karate Club. We currently have nine members: two fourth-year students, three third-year students, and four second-year students. Although we are not a large organization, we take advantage of the benefits of being a small group and practice energetically every day. Experienced members, beginners, and managers are all welcome! If you are even slightly interested, please feel free to contact us!

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus: KIC, BKC,Others & Outside Campus

    Location: Martial Arts Hall (Kinugasa Campus), Gym Arena No. 2 (BKC), Off-campus Training Facility: Rikkukan 17-4 Higashisanno-cho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 601-8004

    Language: Japanese N1, English C2

    Keywords: Martial Arts, Etiquette, Balance of Academics and Athletics

    E-mail: so1325he@ed.ritsumei.ac.jp

    @ritsumei_karate
  • kyudo club

    kyudo club

    Introduction: Our Athletics Association Kyudo Club welcomes both experienced archers and beginners starting at the university. If you’re interested, feel free to contact us. You’re always welcome to observe our practices. If you want a fulfilling, rich university life or are eager to try something new, please come check us out!!

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus: KIC

    Location: Hiragino General Sports Park (Ground)

    Language: Japanese N3, English C1

    Keywords: Passion, Perseverance, One Member of the Organization

    E-mail: ritsath.shumu910@gmail.com

    @rits.kyudo
    @Ritsumei_Kyudo
  • Ritsumeikan University Kendo club

    Ritsumeikan University Kendo club

    Introduction: Nice to meet you. We are the Ritsumeikan University Athletic Association Kendo Club. We currently have 38 members, 25 men and 13 women. We meet six days a week, with Mondays off. We also have many members who are not sports recommended. Beginners are also welcome. If you are even slightly interested in joining us and would like to practice kendo, please feel free to come to Haradani Ground Third Shoyu House.

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus: KIC, BKC

    Location: 1F Kendo Hall, Haradani Ground Third Shoyu House

    Language: Japanese N1, English A1

    Keywords: Kendo, Martial Arts, Japanese Culture

    E-mail: ps0604ip@ed.ritsumei.ac.jp

    @ritskendo
    @rits_kendo