Sapporo University Ainu Culture and Education Center Hosts Symposium with Guest Speaker Mr. Wada Satoshi

The Sapporo University Ainu Culture and Education Center is set to host a symposium on Saturday, October 5th, featuring guest speaker Mr. Wada Satoshi. The event promises to be an engaging and informative experience, with a keynote speech by Mr. Wada titled “A Stroll through Interesting Ainu Place Names: Ateji and Free Translations.” Additionally, the university’s Ureshipa Club will perform a traditional dance, adding a unique cultural dimension to the symposium.

Mr. Wada is a renowned city walking researcher, known for his appearances on NHK’s “Buratamori” and his series “Walking the Sapporo Area with Old Maps” (Aruta Publishing). He is also active on his YouTube channel, “Brasatoru Channel,” where he shares his insights on the history and culture of Sapporo. With his expertise and engaging presentation style, Mr. Wada is sure to captivate the audience and provide valuable insights into the world of Ainu culture.

The symposium is open to the public, and admission is free. No registration is required, making it easily accessible to anyone interested in learning more about Ainu culture and history. The event will take place at the Sapporo University S-wing, located on the 1st floor of the Sapporo University Library.

Symposium Details

• Date and Time: Saturday, October 5, 2024, 13:30-16:00 (doors open 12:30)
• Admission: Free
• Location: Sapporo University S-wing (1st floor of Sapporo University Library)
• Target Audience: Mainly students of Sapporo University, but also open to related parties and the general public
• Lecturer: Mr. Satoru Wada, City Walking Researcher

About the Lecturer: Mr. Satoru Wada was born in Sapporo in 1972. He developed a passion for history and culture while growing up along the city tram line. After graduating from Sapporo Asahigaoka High School and Nihon University’s College of Law, he worked at an advertising agency and as an editor for the local information magazine “O.tone” before becoming an independent researcher. Mr. Wada is known for his unique approach to unraveling the history of Sapporo through old maps, old photographs, and road misalignments.