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  • 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
  • Men’s Lacrosse Club

    Men’s Lacrosse Club

    Introduction: Lacrosse is often called “the fastest combat sport on earth,” and most people start playing it in college. That’s why it’s such an appealing sport, with the potential to reach the national team. The Men’s Lacrosse Club strives daily toward our goal of “conquering Kansai.” Join us in achieving “Kansai supremacy” and make your final student years truly fulfilling.

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus: BKC

    Location: 3rd Ground

    Language: Japanese N2, English A1

    Keywords: Aspiration, Growth, Challenge

    E-mail: sb0134eh@ed.ritsumei.ac.jp

    ＠rits_mens_lax

  • old martial art club

    Introduction: We train in traditional Japanese martial arts, including striking like karate, joint locks like jujutsu, and weapons like swords and staffs. All our current members started as beginners, so don’t worry if you’re new or not confident in sports. We’ll go at your pace!Classification: Authorized OrganizationCampus: KIC, , , Location: Second ShoyukanLanguage: Japanese N3, English A2Keywords: Preserving Tradition, Freedom, FlexibilityE-mail: rits_kobudo@outlook.jp＠kobu.dou＠Rits_kobudo

  • Archery Club

    Archery Club

    Introduction: We are the Archery Club from the Athletic Association. We are active at Hiragino General Sports Ground three to four times a week. Many of our members started from university with no experience, so you can become a regular member if you put in effort. We are looking forward to welcoming those who want to do archery seriously!

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus: KIC

    Location: Hiragino General Sports Ground

    Language: Japanese N2, English C1

    Keywords: Punctuality, Etiquette and Respect, New Initiatives

    E-mail: so1393ix@ed.ritsumei.ac.jp

    @rits_archery
    @ritsarchery
  • Aikido Club

    Aikido Club

    Introduction: We practice four times a week at KIC, BKC. On Tuesdays and Saturdays, we practice together. We have 23 members, 20 of whom started at university and 2 of whom are international students.

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus: KIC, BKC

    Location: Kinugasa Gymnasium, Martial Arts Hall / BKC Gymnasium, 2nd Arena / Haradani Ground / Shoyukan III

    Language: Japanese N1, English A1

    Keywords: Integrity, Harmony, Mutual Prosperity

    E-mail: ritsumeiaikido@gmail.com

    @aiki_rits_official
  • Ice Hockey Team

    Ice Hockey Team

    Introduction: The ice hockey club has about 30 members who practice hard and have fun every day. In addition to daily practice, members grow significantly through activities such as training camps and away games. The ice hockey club is currently recruiting managers. If you are interested, please check out our social media accounts such as Instagram and X. Visitors are also welcome, so please feel free to contact us.

    Classification: Authorized Organization

    Campus: Others & Outside Campus

    Location: Kinoshita Kansei Ice Arena

    Language: Japanese N3, English B1

    Keywords: Challenge, Collaboration, Growth

    E-mail: rits.mg2018@gmail.com

    @rits_icehockey
    @ritsicehockey
  • Arts and Sciences Headquarters

    Arts and Sciences Headquarters

    Introduction: Hello! We are Headquarters of Arts and Science! Our mission is supporting various clubs related to arts and culture. Let’s start by searching for club activities which make you excited!!

    Classification: Central Project Org.

    Campus: KIC, BKC, OIC, Others & Outside Campus

    Location: (KIC) Student Center 207 • (OIC) 3F Student Lounge, Building A • (BKC) 4F Central Act Office, Central Arc • (Other) Online

    Language: Japanese N1, English C1

    Keywords: culture, art, expression

    E-mail: gakugei.soubu.honbu@gmail.com

  • Headquarters of Academic Association

    Headquarters of Academic Association

    Introduction: We, the Academic Association of Ritumeikan University, aim to “promote and develop the academic and cultural movement on campus” and work daily for more comfortable and fulfilling circle activities.

    Classification: Central Project Org.

    Campus: KIC

    Location: Student Center 207

    Language: Japanese N2, English A1

    Keywords: research-institutes, superbision, extracurricular-support

    E-mail: jutsuhon@gmail.com

  • Ritsumeikan Univ. Cheering Club

    Ritsumeikan Univ. Cheering Club

    Introduction: We are the Ritsumeikan University cheer team. It consists of two parts, the brass band club and the cheerleader club, and rushes to support in various situations.

    Classification: Central Project Org.

    Campus: OIC

    Location: Grand Hall, Building B • Arena, Building D

    Language: Japanese N4, English A1

    Keywords: denial-of-violence, report-communicate-consult, self-awareness-of-as-member

    E-mail: ritsumeikan.ouen@gmail.com