Message from the President regarding the 2026 Kumamoto Earthquake
On behalf of Nagoya University, I would like to express our deepest condolences to those who lost their lives in the 2026 Kumamoto Earthquake, and extend our heartfelt sympathies to all those affected, their families, and everyone concerned.
We sincerely pray for the speedy recovery of those affected, as well as for the earliest possible restoration and reconstruction of the affected areas.
July 31, 2026
Naoshi Sugiyama
President of Nagoya University
To all students: Support measures related to the 2026 Kumamoto Earthquake
We would like to express our deepest sympathies to everyone affected by the “2026 Kumamoto Earthquake.” If you or a member of your family has been seriously affected by the earthquake and you require academic support or special accommodations, please contact the academic affairs office of your faculty or graduate school, or the Education Planning Division of the Education & International Affairs Department.
It is natural to feel anxious or distressed after experiencing such an event. If these feelings persist, please do not hesitate to contact the Student Counseling Center.
Please be aware that false or misleading information may circulate on social media and other platforms. Be sure to rely on official sources for the latest and most accurate information.
Education & International Affairs Department, Nagoya University
Contact
Education Planning Division, Education & International Affairs Department, Nagoya University
Email: kyomu[at]t.mail.nagoya-u.ac.jp
Student Counseling Center, Student Support, Nagoya University
Email: soudan[at] gakuso.provost.nagoya-u.ac.jp
Dispatch of staff to support disaster-affected areas due to the 2026 Kumamoto Earthquake
To assist with assessing damage to school facilities in areas affected by the 2026 Kumamoto Earthquake and conducting emergency safety assessments, staff members were dispatched at the request of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT).
Dispatch Overview
Dispatch Period: August 5-8, 2026
Dispatch Team: Emergency Safety Assessment Team
(Three members from Tokai National Higher Education and Research System, Gifu University, and Nagoya University)
Activities
Assessment of damage to school facilities
Emergency safety assessments of school facilities
Support for safety inspections of facilities in disaster-affected areas
Tokai National Higher Education and Research System will continue to support recovery and reconstruction efforts in cooperation with relevant organizations.
Last updated: August 5, 2026