Training results result

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Category/Technical Skills

On February 20th, we held an "Online Medical Record Disclosure and Hospitality Contest" at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting Dr. Tomoko Matsuo and Dr. Nami Usui, who have been providing guidance on hospitality etiquette and telephone answering.

Our group holds various internal contests and study groups every day to improve the skills of our medical staff and create clinics that are easy for patients to visit.

This time, we held a contest where staff from each region demonstrated their treatment explanation and customer service skills online and were judged by instructors.

Our group was the first in Japan to disclose medical records to patients, and we are committed to explaining the details of the treatment and charges for that day to patients. We place great importance on communication within the clinic, eliminating any unclear aspects of treatment and providing warm, hospitable service to alleviate any anxiety or discomfort patients may have.

This time, the teachers judged the students' daily efforts and selected the top six recipients.

Our group will continue to make such efforts in the future, striving to ensure that patients can visit all of our clinics across the country comfortably.

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2026, 2

Venue: Kasuga Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

This time, we gained a deeper understanding of "tooth preparation," including "abutment tooth preparation," which adjusts the shape of the original tooth in order to attach a crown.
Through classroom lectures and practical training using models, participants deepened their learning about adjustment methods to ensure that crowns are firmly attached without excessively grinding down the original teeth. They reaffirmed everything from designing cutting that does not burden the patient, to safe and appropriate shaping methods for the surrounding tissues and teeth, and how to angle the cutting surface.

While the quality of the crown is important to keep treated teeth in good condition for a long time, the underlying tooth is also extremely important. Dental treatment involves many aspects that are invisible to the patient, but our group thoroughly refines each and every technique so that patients can receive treatment with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2026, 1

Venue: Matsumura Second Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

Today we held an MFT (Oral Myofunctional Therapy) training session for dental assistants.
MFT is a preventative approach to correcting gaping mouths and misaligned teeth caused by underdeveloped muscles around the mouth by teaching children how to use their mouth muscles correctly and supporting jaw growth. MFT not only improves tooth alignment and bite, but also affects the function of the entire skeleton, muscles, and brain, bringing many benefits to children during their development.

Our group regularly conducts this type of training in various locations to improve the skills and knowledge of our staff, thereby establishing a system that allows us to meet the diverse needs of a wide range of patients, from children to the elderly.

Date: September 2026, 1

Category/Technical Skills

On January 16, 2026, a seminar for nursing, caregiving, and medical professionals was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.
The lecturers were Akira Tsuchiya, manager/nurse at the Visiting Nursing Station Recovery, and Dr. Naoko Imanaka, head physician of the Tokushinkai Group's Tokyo area visiting medical care, who spoke from their respective perspectives about the importance of collaboration across professional boundaries and the importance of "awareness" in the field.
Participants included doctors, dentists, dental hygienists, care managers, helpers and others from a wide range of professions involved in nursing, caregiving and medical care, providing a meaningful opportunity for the exchange of opinions.

Our group will continue to share the knowledge we gain in our daily clinical practice with people from various backgrounds and contribute to the development of the entire industry.

Date: September 2025, 12

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

At the fifth session, a web conferencing system was used to connect medical staff from across the country, and participants deepened their understanding of how to create mouths that can eat safely and with peace of mind.
I reaffirmed the importance of accurately understanding and analyzing the causes of each patient's inability to eat and providing appropriate treatment. I will utilize the knowledge I gained in future home visits.

Our group will continue to make these kinds of efforts in the future and will continue to train dental visiting medical staff who can support patients with anxiety and concerns.

Date: September 2025, 12

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On December 15th, 2025, we invited Dr. Mitsuhiko Kawachi to Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic to hold an orthodontic training session for dentists.

This was the final session, and in the morning lecture, we were given an explanation of traction methods for impacted teeth and approaches to difficult cases. We also had time to deepen our clinical understanding through the analysis of various cases. In the afternoon, we had practical training using models, which allowed us to link the theory learned in the lecture to actual procedures.

Our group will continue to implement more specialized training programs and strive to provide medical care that provides even greater patient satisfaction than ever before.

Date: September 2025, 11

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

This time, we invited Professor Hiromasa Yoshie, Emeritus Professor of Niigata University, to give a training session for young dental hygienists.
In the first half of the course, participants learned through lectures the theory of appropriate ultrasonic scaling based on test findings such as root shape, periodontal pocket depth, and bone resorption (the phenomenon in which the alveolar bone that supports the teeth dissolves and decreases). In the second half of the practical session, participants worked in pairs to review the procedure, with Dr. Yoshie personally demonstrating the technique using a model.

As the shift from "medical treatment" to "medical treatment" progresses, the role of dental hygienists who support overall health through oral maintenance is expanding. Through this type of training, our group strives to develop dental hygienists who can contribute to improving the quality of life of patients and promoting the health of the local community.

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2025, 11

Venue: Wakabadai Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

This time, participants gained a deeper understanding of gum and bone grafting procedures, which are required for implant treatment depending on the patient's oral condition. After reviewing the theory in a classroom setting, participants gained practical experience through live surgery. In addition, participants gained a deeper understanding of the key points of full mouth reconstruction (retreatment of all upper and lower teeth to resolve overall oral problems) and the design of implant overdentures (a treatment in which removable dentures are fixed over implants).

Implant treatment is the treatment option for missing teeth that can restore functionality and appearance closest to that of natural teeth. However, it can also be a treatment that causes a lot of anxiety for patients undergoing surgery. Our group regularly holds training sessions like this in various locations, and has established a system that allows patients to receive implant treatment with peace of mind, regardless of their location.

Date: September 2025, 10

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Other training

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Current status and issues of the social security system - especially the future medical system, including dental care -

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Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F
〒150-0002 2-10-10 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Date: September 2025, 10

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On this day, based on a video of an actual home visit, a lecture was given on the daily routine, including what to pay attention to on a daily basis, the differences in the backgrounds and treatment of each patient, and the steps to take throughout the day, from preparations before departure to treatment after returning to the office.

Our group will continue to make such efforts in the future and strive to train excellent visiting staff who can support the concerns and worries of many patients.

Date: September 2025, 10

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On October 20th, 2025, we held a training session on orthodontics for dentists at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic, inviting Dr. Mitsuhiko Kawachi.

The first half of the day consisted of lectures and case studies on the types and roles of retainers, and in the afternoon practical training using models was conducted, deepening understanding of orthodontic treatment from both theoretical and practical perspectives.

Our group will continue to implement more specialized training programs and strive to provide medical care that provides even greater patient satisfaction than ever before.

Lecturer: Miki Kojima

Date: September 2025, 10

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On September 2025, 10, we held a photography training session at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting professional photographer Dr. Kojima Miki.

The Tokushinkai Group regularly holds this "photo training" course. Since intraoral photographs are used in dental treatment for examinations, diagnoses, follow-up observations, and explanations to patients, we have set up training sessions like this one where we are instructed by professional photographers.

In the first half of the day, participants learned basic camera knowledge such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, and white balance, and in the second half, they practiced taking intraoral photographs. During the practical training, participants applied the knowledge they learned in the first half and honed their skills by discussing photography methods that do not cause discomfort to patients.

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to enable patients to undergo treatment with peace of mind through more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations.

Date: September 2025, 9

Category/Technical Skills

On September 20th, 2025, Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic held an Emergency Resuscitation Training Seminar, with Dr. Hiroshi Tanaka, Deputy Director of the Department of Oral Surgery and Dentistry at Niigata University Medical and Dental Hospital, as the lecturer.

The Tokushinkai Group holds an "Emergency Resuscitation Training Seminar" every year, striving to create a system that enables quick and accurate response in emergencies for patients and staff themselves. Staff who do not directly perform medical procedures, such as receptionists and management staff, are instructed mainly on how to use an AED and the basics of chest compressions, while dentists and dental hygienists receive lectures and practical training on more specialized life-saving procedures.

During the training, I learned once again the importance of speaking to patients to quickly notice any changes in their physical condition, and the importance of responding calmly and quickly while working closely with the team.

Going forward, the Tokushinkai Group will continue to improve the ability of each and every staff member to respond appropriately in emergencies, and provide safe and secure medical services to patients.

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2025, 9

Venue: Esaka Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

This training included lectures on anatomy and diagnosis in initial treatment (the first root canal treatment performed on a tooth), as well as practical training on procedures for starting treatment safely. They also reviewed how to use instruments, making it a very meaningful time for the participating trainees.

Our group will continue to provide regular training to improve our skills and provide high-quality medical care so that our patients can receive high-quality treatment with peace of mind.

Date: September 2025, 9

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

This time, the lecturers were dental hygienist managers from across the group, and participants gained a deeper understanding of periodontal disease treatment from various angles.
The first half of the program consisted of a lecture on etiology, a case study of bacterial testing, and a review of the correct use of medical instruments. The second half included practical training on gum peeling (a treatment that uses chemicals and lasers to remove dark gums caused by melanin pigmentation due to periodontal disease or smoking, restoring healthy pink gums).

It is said that approximately 8% of adults suffer from periodontal disease, and it is also known as a "national disease." It is a terrible disease that progresses without any noticeable symptoms and affects the health of the entire body. Our dental hygienists regularly study the latest knowledge and practical skills so that each individual can perform periodontal treatment appropriately, contributing to the health of the local community.

Date: September 2025, 8

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

This time, we used a web conferencing system to connect medical staff from across the group nationwide, deepening our understanding of dementia, how to communicate politely with patients, and the attitude and preparation required for medical treatment.

Our group will continue to make these kinds of efforts in the future and will continue to train dental visiting medical staff who can support patients with anxiety and concerns.

Lecturer: Miki Kojima

Date: September 2025, 7

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On June 2025, 7, we held a "photo training session" at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic, inviting professional photographer Dr. Miki Kojima.

The Tokushinkai Group regularly holds this "photo training" course. Since intraoral photographs are used in dental treatment for examinations, diagnoses, follow-up observations, and explanations to patients, we have set up training sessions like this one where we are instructed by professional photographers.

In the first half of the day, participants learned basic camera knowledge such as aperture, ISO sensitivity, and white balance using a single-lens reflex camera, and then practiced taking intraoral photographs. In the second half, participants practiced photography outdoors, learning more about photography in environments affected by light and the key points for accurately photographing moving subjects through practical experience.

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to enable patients to undergo treatment with peace of mind through more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations.

Lecturer: Mr. Makoto Ogawa

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2025, 7

Venue: Kasuga Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

The instructors included Dr. Kuribayashi Yuutaro, head physician of the medical department, as well as Dr. Ogawa Makoto (director of our group's Wakabadai Dental Clinic) and Dr. Yoshizawa Yuki (director of our group's Kasuga Dental Clinic), both of whom are Japanese Society of Oral Implantology certified specialists. The instructors also demonstrated techniques such as implantation and suturing, helping to improve accuracy through practical training.

Implant treatment is the treatment option for missing teeth that can restore the functionality and appearance of natural teeth. However, it is also a treatment that causes a lot of anxiety for patients who undergo surgery. Our group has many doctors who have been certified by academic societies for their achievements and knowledge of implant treatment, and by providing training in various locations, we have established a system where patients can receive implant treatment with peace of mind, regardless of their area.

Date: September 2025, 6

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On this day, a web conferencing system was used to connect medical staff from across the country, and participants gained a deeper understanding of on-site accidents, difficult cases, how to communicate with patients, and oral care techniques.

Our group will continue to make such efforts in the future and strive to train excellent visiting staff who can support the concerns and worries of many patients.

Lecturer: Professor Joichiro Hayashi

Date: September 2025, 6

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

We invited Professor Takeichiro Hayashi, professor of the Department of Periodontology, Department of Oral Bioregenerative Medical Engineering, School of Dentistry, Meikai University, as our lecturer, who gave a lecture and practical training on the treatment of gummy smiles (a condition in which the gums are significantly exposed when smiling). After that, we had a hands-on training session using a pig jawbone, where we learned surgical procedures with a feeling closer to reality than you can get from a model.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2025, 5

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On May 2025, 5, a training session for new staff in the Osaka area was held at Esaka Dental Clinic, led by communication instructor Tomoko Matsuo.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.
Following Niigata and Tokyo, this time the event was aimed at local staff in Osaka, starting with gaining a deeper understanding of Tokushinkai as an organization, and then deepening their understanding of appropriate communication and business etiquette for members of that organization.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Date: September 2025, 5

Venue: Kasuga Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On this day, a web conferencing system was used to connect dental assistants from across the group and a training session was held to develop TCs (treatment coordinators). TCs stand between dentists and patients, providing counseling and explaining treatment. They also grasp the overall picture of treatment and act as a control tower for each profession, including dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and dental receptionists. This time, the participants deepened their understanding through classroom training about what an ideal TC should be and the type of treatment and counseling that patients want.

In order to ensure that patients can receive high-quality treatment with peace of mind, our group will continue to hold training sessions like this on a regular basis and strive to develop excellent TCs who are able to fully understand patients' concerns and worries.

Guest: Professor Kaoru Iokibe, Graduate School of Law and Politics, The University of Tokyo

Broadcast date: September 2025, 5

Category/Human skills

In the interview, he talked about the environment in which he grew up, his family's educational philosophy, and how his father, Professor Makoto Iokibe, started researching disaster prevention and reconstruction. Professor Iokibe, who specializes in the history of Japanese diplomacy, also shared his views on current Japanese politics, the future of Japan, and the much-anticipated country of Bhutan.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2025, 5

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The final session of the Onkochishin Juku was held by Professor Takashi Fukaya, former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party.

Mr. Fukaya and Tokushinkai Group Chairman Matsumura met by chance 11 years ago while watching sumo wrestling. Mr. Fukaya, who has an outstanding personality and life experience, wanted to "get in touch with his thoughts," so he started the Onkochishin Juku in 2016. It has been held monthly for the past 10 years.

On this day, as the final day, each student was presented with a diploma, followed by a speech of thanks from Chairman Matsumura. In his final speech, Professor Fukaya expressed his gratitude to the students, saying, "To teach is to learn. I myself have learned a lot through these 10 years of lectures." Finally, a commemorative photograph was taken of all the students, bringing to a close the 10-year Onkochishinjuku.

Although the Onkochishinjuku ended on this day, our group would like to continue to provide opportunities for many people to learn, both inside and outside the company.

Guest: Professor Kaoru Iokibe, Graduate School of Law and Politics, The University of Tokyo

Broadcast date: September 2025, 5

Category/Human skills

In the interview, he talked about the environment in which he grew up, his family's educational philosophy, and how his father, Professor Makoto Iokibe, started researching disaster prevention and reconstruction. Professor Iokibe, who specializes in the history of Japanese diplomacy, also shared his views on current Japanese politics, the future of Japan, and the much-anticipated country of Bhutan.

Guest: Chairman Yoshihiko Oda of Wakura Onsen Kagaya

Broadcast date: September 2025, 4

Category/Human skills

In the conversation, he talks about the episodes that occurred on January 1st last year off the coast of the Noto Peninsula, the movement towards reconstruction, the history of Kagaya, and his own life. He talks about the trial and error that led to establishing the brand as a "hospitality inn" and growing it into a famous inn that has been selected as number one in Japan 1 times in the "100 Best Japanese Hotels and Inns Selected by Professionals."

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2025, 4

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On April 2025, 4, we held a training session for new staff in the Tokyo area at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper way to treat customers and behave as members of society, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

This training, which is being held in each region, began in Niigata Prefecture last week and was held in Tokyo on this day. This time, participants deepened their understanding by mixing lectures and practical training on language to be careful of, techniques to promote communication, ways of speaking and interacting with others that make a good first impression, and other things to keep in mind.

Our group will continue to hold such training sessions nationwide on a regular basis, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2025, 4

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.
In this Onkochishinjuku, we divided Fukaya Sensei's life from his birth to the present into four periods, and looked back on events happening in Japan and the world at each period in a dialogue with Tokushinkai Group Chairman Matsumura. This is the final installment of the series, and we asked him to look back on the period from the beginning of the Heisei era to his retirement from politics in 4.

Professor Fukaya first joined the Cabinet as Minister of Posts and Telecommunications in 1990. Since then, he has held a number of important positions, including Minister of Home Affairs, Chairman of the National Public Safety Commission, Minister of International Trade and Industry, and Chairman of the General Council of the Liberal Democratic Party. At the heart of the nation, he has confronted many events that have shaken the times, such as the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, the Tokyo subway sarin gas attack, the September XNUMX attacks in the United States, and the Great East Japan Earthquake.

In 2005, he received the Long Term Employment Award for his 25 years in office, and a portrait of him painted by Aki Yashiro was hung in the Diet. In 2010, he was awarded the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun by the Emperor. Although he retired from politics in 2012, he continued to be one of the few "storytellers" of the prewar, wartime, and postwar period, actively participating in lectures and other events, and working hard to train the next generation of people.

Professor Fukaya says, "Even as the sunflower withers, it emits boundless, powerful energy before returning to the earth. I want to live out my natural life in that way." Looking back on his childhood, student days, and time as a politician, Professor Fukaya's way of life has always been one of boundless energy, and this Onkochishinjuku has taught me a great deal.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2025, 4

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On April 2025, 4, a training session for new staff was held at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, led by communication instructor Tomoko Matsuo.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

This time, participants deepened their understanding by combining lectures and practical experience about the language they should be careful of, techniques to promote communication, how to speak and behave in a way that makes a good first impression, and things they should keep in mind.

Our group will continue to hold such training sessions nationwide on a regular basis, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Guest: Chairman Yoshihiko Oda of Wakura Onsen Kagaya

Broadcast date: September 2025, 4

Category/Human skills

In the conversation, he talks about the episodes that occurred on January 1st last year off the coast of the Noto Peninsula, the movement towards reconstruction, the history of Kagaya, and his own life. He talks about the trial and error that led to establishing the brand as a "hospitality inn" and growing it into a famous inn that has been selected as number one in Japan 1 times in the "100 Best Japanese Hotels and Inns Selected by Professionals."

Instructor/Senior employee

Date: April 2025st to 4rd, 1

Category/Management Skills

From April 4st to April 1rd, an orientation for new members was held in each area of ​​the Tokushinkai Group.

This spring, the Tokushinkai Group welcomed a total of 86 new employees, including dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, dental receptionists, dental technicians and administrative staff.

The orientation was centered around lectures by senior employees, and included a packed schedule that included reviewing the basics such as greetings and grooming, classroom learning to understand the organization, and practical training on medical records and treatment planning.
In addition, Chairman Matsumura gave a lecture in person, lecturing the new members on the mindset, attitude, and actions they should have as new members of society.

The entire program reminded each employee of their responsibilities as members of the Group, as members of society, and as medical professionals, and it was a time of renewed resolve for everyone, including the senior employees who supervised them.

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to contribute to the development of local communities and the industry through the development of medical personnel who will lead the times.

Date: September 2025, 3

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On this day, training was conducted for young dentists, who deepened their understanding of correct examination and diagnosis methods through lectures and case studies, as well as confirmed the key points of procedures that should be mastered through practical training using models.

Our group will continue to make such efforts nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Date: September 2025, 3

Venue: World Lab Tokyo Center

Category/Technical Skills

On this day, we held a case study meeting centered around dental technicians.
Our group has a dedicated dental laboratory department called "World Lab," and by working closely with the clinical staff, we are able to provide high-quality dental prosthetics.

This time, opinions, impressions and advice were given on the presented cases not only from the perspective of dental technicians but also from the perspective of dentists, and the lively discussions further strengthened mutual collaboration.

Our group will continue to make these kinds of efforts in the future, with all staff involved in medical treatment working together to provide the highest level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2025, 3

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.
This season's Onkochishinjuku will divide Fukaya Sensei's life from his birth to the present into four periods, and he will look back on events happening in Japan and the world at each period in a dialogue with Tokushinkai Group Chairman Matsumura. The title of the session is "Exploring the history of modern Japan and the world with Fukaya Sensei."

This time, we asked him to look back on his life from when he was first elected to the ward assembly at the age of 1963 in 27 to 1989, when the Showa era ended.

Over the past 30 years or so, Professor Fukaya has had political dealings with many great people.
In addition to talking about outstanding Japanese leaders such as former Prime Ministers Yasuhiro Nakasone and Kakuei Tanaka, he also shared stories about former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, who was nicknamed the "Iron Lady."
Professor Fukaya spoke about the various eras and the leaders who supported those eras from his perspective, and each of the students who aspire to become "leaders who support Japan" was able to learn a lot from this Onkochishin Juku.

Lecturer: Hiromasa Yoshie

Date: September 2025, 3

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On March 3th, a periodontal treatment seminar was held at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, led by Professor Hiromasa Yoshie, Emeritus Professor of Niigata University.

Dr. Yoshie regularly holds seminars on periodontal disease treatment, his specialty, for young dentists in our group.

On this day, we used a web conferencing system to connect with dentists from across the country in our group, who gave a lecture on periodontal disease treatment for the elderly. We learned about the appropriate way to deal with periodontal disease, which affects the health of the entire body, and the importance of an approach that keeps in mind "shortening the gap between average life expectancy and healthy life expectancy."

In addition to the above, our group also invites specialists from various regions and fields to educate, train and provide treatment to young dentists. Under this educational system, we will continue to strive to provide high-quality medical care to patients, regardless of area or the career of the doctor in charge.

Date: September 2025, 3

Venue: Kasuga Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

We invited Ms. Ritsuko Kawasaki, who holds numerous dental hygienist certifications, to give a lecture and practical training on the theme of "Team approach to periodontal disease."

It is said that about 8% of adults suffer from periodontal disease, and it is also known as a "national disease." It is a terrible disease that progresses without any noticeable symptoms and affects the health of the entire body. In our group, in addition to approaching the oral hygiene of each patient on a team and clinic basis, as instructed today, we would like to regularly update our knowledge and skills as a group and contribute to the health of the local community.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2025, 2

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.
This season's Onkochishinjuku will divide Fukaya Sensei's life from his birth to the present into four periods, and he will look back on events happening in Japan and the world at each period in a dialogue with Tokushinkai Group Chairman Matsumura. The title of the session is "Exploring the history of modern Japan and the world with Fukaya Sensei."

This time, we asked him to look back on his life from when he returned to Japan at the age of 11 after evacuation from Manchuria to when he was first elected to the ward assembly at the age of 27.

After repatriation, Mr. Fukaya lived in a room at Tanaka Elementary School where his relatives lived for three years, and then lived in a metropolitan housing complex. His father had told him around this time that he wanted to become a politician. Since then, he has been keeping a close eye on events happening around the world, such as the Korean War, the politics of Egyptian President Nasser, and the hydrogen bomb tests at Bikini Atoll.

Since he was in high school, he had a sign on his wall saying, "I will be a ward council member in my 20s, a metropolitan assembly member in my 30s, a member of the Diet in my 40s, a minister in my 50s, and rule the world in my 60s," and he was actively involved in activities such as debate clubs. During his university years, he worked part-time jobs to earn money for tuition, while also founding the All Japan Oratory Federation and becoming its representative director, steadily walking the path to becoming a politician.

Professor Fukaya has clarified his goals from a young age and has made systematic preparations and efforts, and his talk gave us some hints on how to make our dreams come true.

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2025, 2

Venue: Kasuga Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

Using a web conferencing system, we connected dental hygienists from across the country in our group and gave a lecture on key points for oral maintenance. Afterwards, each participant brought in a case study and held a discussion.

Our group strives to train dental hygienists who can support the maintenance of oral health over the long term so that patients can stay healthy forever. We will continue to strive to improve the quality of medical care through such efforts.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2025, 1

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

Now in its 10th year, this Onkochishinjuku will divide Professor Fukaya's life from his birth to the present into four periods, and look back on events happening in Japan and the world at each period in a dialogue with Tokushinkai Group Chairman Matsumura. The title of the talk will be "Exploring the history of modern Japan and the world with Professor Fukaya."

In this first episode, we asked Professor Fukaya to look back on the period leading up to the return from Manchuria, which was a major turning point in his life.

Professor Fukaya was born in Asakusa in 1935 and moved to Manchuria at the age of six in 1941. During this time, World War II began, and the Soviet Union invaded Manchuria in August 6. From then until his repatriation to Japan, he experienced an extremely harsh life.

When he arrived in Sasebo, Nagasaki after the long journey of repatriation, he shed tears, saying that he was glad to have a homeland called Japan. This experience was the beginning of his patriotism, and it was the trigger that made him want to serve his country as a politician.

He spoke of his thoughts as a storyteller from that time, saying that he hopes people will sometimes reflect on the feeling that "I'm glad we have a homeland," something that people today rarely have the opportunity to experience.

Once again, the Onkochishinjuku was a great opportunity for us to learn a lot from Professor Fukaya's valuable life experiences and the history of Japan and the world.

Guest: Glenn Shigel Fukushima

Broadcast date: September 2024, 1

Category/Human skills

Glenn also served as Director for Japan at the U.S. Trade Representative from the mid-1980s to 1990, a period said to have been the most intense period of economic friction between Japan and the United States.

This recording is a very valuable conversation in which Glenn talks in detail about the choices he has made in his various fields and the efforts he has made.

Guest: Glenn Shigel Fukushima

Broadcast date: September 2024, 1

Category/Human skills

Glenn also served as Director for Japan at the U.S. Trade Representative from the mid-1980s to 1990, a period said to have been the most intense period of economic friction between Japan and the United States.

This recording is a very valuable conversation in which Glenn talks in detail about the choices he has made in his various fields and the efforts he has made.

Guest: Matsudaira Sadatomo

Broadcast date: September 2025, 1

Category/Human skills

Matsudaira retired from NHK in 2009 when his last regular program, "That Time History Changed," aired. He later taught at Waseda University, Rikkyo University, Kokugakuin University, and is currently a professor at Kyoto University of the Arts.

During the recording, Matsudaira shared stories from his childhood, student days, and his time at NHK, where he joined in 1969, to become one of Japan's leading announcers.
The content touches on Matsudaira's approach to her job as an announcer and her deep philosophy.

Guest: Matsudaira Sadatomo

Broadcast date: September 2025, 1

Category/Human skills

Matsudaira retired from NHK in 2009 when his last regular program, "That Time History Changed," aired. He later taught at Waseda University, Rikkyo University, Kokugakuin University, and is currently a professor at Kyoto University of the Arts.

During the recording, Matsudaira shared stories from his childhood, student days, and his time at NHK, where he joined in 1969, to become one of Japan's leading announcers.
The content touches on Matsudaira's approach to her job as an announcer and her deep philosophy.

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2024, 12

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

The lecturers included Dr. Yuutaro Kuribayashi, head of the medical department, as well as dental hygienist managers from across the country. They gave lectures on key points for maintaining the oral cavity and cleaning using the latest equipment, as well as case presentations, deepening knowledge and understanding.

Oral health is linked to overall health and determines a healthy lifespan. Through these efforts, our group strives to train dental hygienists who can be trusted for many years by patients of all ages, from small children to the elderly, and who can confidently entrust their oral care to us.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2024, 12

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, Professor Fukaya talked about people who made an impression on him.

The first speaker was former Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka. He shared the story of how Tanaka, a man of great insight and foresight, gave him advice during the election campaign to "shake hands with 6 people," and how he went on to win the election with the most influence.

In addition, he introduced former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone and Ichiro Kono as dignified figures who could make the room tense just by being there. Although he lamented that there are fewer such fascinating politicians these days, he said that the experience of being able to come into close contact with such great figures was a great asset.

Finally, a graduation ceremony and commemorative photograph were held to conclude the 9th term. This term was also a very fruitful one.

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2024, 11

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

We held practical training and lectures on periodontal surgical treatment for medical trainees. In the practical training, we used a pig's jawbone to hone our techniques in a way that was close to real-life. Our group regularly holds such practical training so that we can provide appropriate treatment according to the shape of the patient's mouth when treating severe periodontal disease or shortening the length of teeth (gums).

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2024, 11

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, he talked about the "Bushido spirit."
"Bushido" was systematically spread to the world by Inazo Nitobe as an answer to the question, "Why do the Japanese have an excellent sense of morality even though they do not have a specific religion?"

He taught us about the seven virtues (righteousness, courage, benevolence, courtesy, faith and sincerity, honor, and loyalty) as qualities that a leader should possess, and also explained his view of life and death and aesthetic sense rooted in Buddhism.

As a work that expresses the Japanese aesthetic sense that finds charm in "transience," we were introduced to the poem by Professor Sakamura Makin, "Flowers have no sadness after they fall. All that remains is the joy of blooming single-mindedly." Professor Fukaya reflected on this poem when he lost an election and when he retired, reflecting on his life as a politician in which the only thing that remained was the "joy of blooming single-mindedly."

Through the "Bushido" spirit deeply rooted in the hearts of Japanese people, we were able to learn once again about what a leader should be like and what Professor Fukaya has valued in his career as a politician.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2024, 10

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, Professor Fukaya looked back on his life so far based on the ancient Indian idea of ​​the four stages, which divides a 100-year life into four periods.

We asked him to look back in detail, with photographs, on his brilliant career, from his "student period" up to the age of 25, when he devoted himself to his studies and trained his body to hone the basic aspects of who he is; his "home-dwelling period" up to the age of 50, when he began as a ward councillor and played an active role as a member of the Diet; his "forest-dwelling period" up to the age of 75, when he held numerous positions as minister, chairman of the National Public Safety Commission and chairman of the House of Representatives Budget Committee; and finally his current "travelling period," during which he is devoting himself to nurturing the next generation of leaders.

At the end of the lecture, a passage from the German poet Samuel Ullmann's "Youth" was introduced: "Youth is not a period of life, but a state of mind." The Onkochishinjuku was full of life tips from Professor Fukaya, who is forever youthful and energetic.

Guest: Master Katsura Fukudanji 4th

Broadcast date: September 2024, 9

Category/Human skills

At the beginning of the interview, he talked about how he met and became acquainted with Chairman Matsumura, and then we asked him about his own upbringing, what inspired him to aspire to become a rakugo performer, the rigorous days of training he underwent as an apprentice under Master Shundanji, and some episodes from that time that he can now talk about.
He also spoke about how he came up with the idea for "sign language rakugo" from his wide-ranging activities, including Pekepen rakugo, original rakugo, and film appearances, as well as his interests in Kamigata rakugo, classical rakugo, yose, and nurturing young performers.

This is a very valuable conversation that gives us a glimpse into the professional who continues to spread the appeal of rakugo by finding new paths despite facing various difficulties.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2024, 9

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, we were given a talk about the Tokyo Trials during the Greater East Asia War.

The Tokyo Trials, which were conducted under overwhelmingly unfavorable circumstances with all 11 judges being on the side of the victorious nations, had a huge impact on Japan's view of history. He explained why such trials were held and how Japan's dignity was gradually restored after the one-sided verdict.

Now, all involved parties, including the presiding judge, have admitted that the trial was wrong, and there is no need for Japanese people to continue to hold a masochistic view of history. Professor Fukaya concluded the Onkochishinjuku with his hope that "each and every person in Japan will contribute to world peace with pride and confidence."

Lecturer: Mr. Makoto Ogawa

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2024, 9

Venue: Esaka Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

The lecturers were Dr. Kuribayashi Yuutaro, head physician of the medical department, and Dr. Ogawa Makoto, a JSOI-certified specialist physician (Director of Wakabadai Dental Clinic, part of our group). In addition to lectures and implant placement practice using models, the trainees were able to deepen their understanding by observing and assisting in operations on actual patients.

Implant treatment is the treatment option for missing teeth that can restore the functionality and appearance of natural teeth. However, it is also a treatment that causes a lot of anxiety for patients who undergo surgery. Our group has many doctors who have been certified by academic societies for their achievements and knowledge of implant treatment, and by providing training in various locations, we have established a system where patients can receive implant treatment with peace of mind, regardless of their area.

Instructor/Area Manager

Date: September 2024, 8

Venue: Esaka Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

This time, dental hygienist managers from around the country served as lecturers, and participants deepened their understanding by combining lectures and practical training on the etiology of periodontal disease and how to utilize the latest equipment in treatment.

It is said that approximately 8% of adults suffer from periodontal disease, and it is also known as a "national disease." It is a terrible disease that progresses without any noticeable symptoms and affects the health of the entire body. Our dental hygienists regularly attend training sessions like this one to review the basic theory and update their knowledge so that each individual can respond appropriately to periodontal disease, and we hope to contribute to the health of the local community.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2024, 8

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, we were given a talk about the Tokyo Trials during the Greater East Asia War.

The Tokyo Trials, which were conducted under overwhelmingly unfavorable circumstances with all 11 judges being on the side of the victorious nations, had a huge impact on Japan's view of history. He explained why such trials were held and how Japan's dignity was gradually restored after the one-sided verdict.

Now, all involved parties, including the presiding judge, have admitted that the trial was wrong, and there is no need for Japanese people to continue to hold a masochistic view of history. Professor Fukaya concluded the Onkochishinjuku with his hope that "each and every person in Japan will contribute to world peace with pride and confidence."

Guest: Ikuo Kabashima

Date: September 2024, 7

At the beginning of the interview, he shared his thoughts on finishing his four-term, 4-year term as governor in April of this year, the longest in the history of Kumamoto prefecture government.
Former Governor Kamashima also gave a speech at the "Ichito Juku" event, from which this column is based. Under the theme of "Dreams lie in adversity," he shared stories of how he overcame numerous setbacks to revitalize the Kumamoto prefectural government.

He talks about his childhood, his time as a student (not exactly the best), his path to employment, his agricultural training overseas, his entry into university and his appointment as a professor, and other stories from before he became governor, as well as his achievements as governor, his outlook for the future, and his enthusiasm.
He then talks about his brilliant achievements over his four terms as governor, including fiscal reconstruction since taking office, promoting the prefecture through Kumamon, disaster response, and attracting TSMC, as well as human resource development for prefectural government employees and successors, and his outlook for the future.

Guest: Mami Nishizawa, daughter of the late Professor Masataka Sakamura, and Koichi Nishizawa, Director of the Masataka Sakamura Memorial Museum

Broadcast date: September 2024, 8

Category/Human skills

Professor Sakamura Shinmin's works number more than 1 pieces. His poetry is loved not only in Japan but all over the world, and it is said that there are 900 stone monuments in the world that have been erected by enthusiasts. In 2, in commemoration of the 10th anniversary of its founding, the Tokushinkai Group erected and donated the 171st monument in Japan to the poem "If you wish, flowers will bloom" on Mt. Akihabara in Akihabara Ward, Niigata City, where the group was founded. At the time, Professor Sakamura Shinmin, who was 82 years old, came all the way from Shikoku to hold the dedication ceremony. He was also close friends with our group's Chairman Matsumura, and we have Professor Shinmin's calligraphy displayed in the waiting rooms of each of the group's clinics.

In this talk, we invited two of Sakamura Shinmin's relatives to talk about Shinmin's upbringing, what inspired him to start writing poetry, and what his thoughts were when he wrote poetry. Mamiko shared stories unique to her family, while Koichi talked about how he met Shinmin and the appeal of the memorial hall. At the end, Chairman Matsumura, Mamiko, and Koichi each shared a poem that is memorable to them.

How did Professor Sakamura Min's poems, which stand by the weak and give them healing and courage, come to be? This is a very valuable conversation that touches on the background of these poems.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2024, 7

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, Professor Fukaya looked back on his life so far, sharing his feelings at each moment and the lessons he learned.

He began by sharing the story of his experience of returning from Manchuria, which sparked the birth of his patriotism, and then went on to talk about how he aspired to become a politician, and how he worked hard every day with a message posted on his wall: "I will be a ward council member in my 20s, a metropolitan assembly member in my 30s, a member of the National Diet in my 40s, a minister in my 50s, and I will rule the world in my 60s." He also talked about how, although he was defeated in elections, he believes that setbacks and failures should always be seen as opportunities.

His current enjoyment is telling young people about his journey so far, as he did today, and sending them the message that if you have the will, you can do anything, even from scratch.

This was a time when we were able to once again feel Professor Fukaya's thoughts for the next generation and the depth of his feelings for this school.

Guest: Ikuo Kabashima

Broadcast date: September 2024, 7

Category/Human skills

He shared his thoughts on completing his 2024-year term as governor, the longest in the history of Kumamoto prefecture government, in April 4.
He will talk about his brilliant achievements over his four terms as governor, including fiscal reconstruction, promoting the prefecture through Kumamon, disaster response, and attracting TSMC, as well as human resource development for prefectural government employees and successors, and his outlook for the future.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2024, 6

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

This time, Professor Fukaya talked about his experience of "repatriation from Manchuria," which strengthened his patriotism and inspired him to aspire to become a politician.

Due to his family's work, Professor Fukaya was in Harbin, Manchuria when the war ended. The stories he told of his experiences, from life under the Soviet Union's subsequent involvement in the war against Japan to his repatriation, were brutal. From Harbin to Japan, they travelled on freight trains on the mainland and on Japanese naval vessels across the Sea of ​​Japan, and on both journeys they were packed like sardines and had little food. Nevertheless, they all endured with love for their homeland, and when they finally reached Japan they apparently put their cheeks on the ground and cried. The patriotism that was strengthened there became the driving force behind Professor Fukaya's career as a politician.

At the end of the lecture, Professor Fukaya, who used his experience of "repatriation from Manchuria" as a starting point to realize his dream of becoming a politician, spoke about the importance of not just vaguely thinking "I want to be a politician," but of making concrete plans for how to realize one's ideals and principles.

Professor Fukaya's passionate message from a man who had a dream that he dreamed of after going through some harrowing experiences and made it a reality prompted each and every student to take a fresh look at how they should approach their own dreams and goals.

Lecturer: Professor Joichiro Hayashi

Date: September 2024, 6

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

We invited Professor Takeichiro Hayashi, professor of the Department of Periodontology, Department of Oral Bioregenerative Medical Engineering, School of Dentistry, Meikai University, as our lecturer, and he gave a lecture and practical training on the treatment of gummy smiles (a condition in which the gums are widely exposed when smiling). In the practical training, a pig's jawbone was used, and the students learned surgical procedures with a feeling closer to reality than they could get with a model.

Guest: Ikuo Kabashima

Broadcast date: September 2024, 6

Category/Human skills

He shared his thoughts on completing his 2024-year term as governor, the longest in the history of Kumamoto prefecture government, in April 4.
He then talks about his childhood, his time as a student (not exactly the best), his path to employment, his agricultural training overseas, his entry into university and his appointment as a professor, and other stories from before he became governor, including his achievements as governor, and his outlook and aspirations for the future.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2024, 5

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, Professor Fukaya, who has served as five ministers and has achieved many accomplishments, looked back on his political career from his first election.He then spoke about the wonderfulness of the Japanese people, which he would like to convey as he now devotes himself to nurturing the next generation.

Japanese people have many wonderful strengths, such as their orderly behavior when they wait in line for relief supplies during disasters, their ingenuity in mixing kanji with their unique kana writing system, and the development of women's culture through such pioneers as Sei Shonagon and Murasaki Shikibu.

Professor Fukaya said that he hopes that the students will now teach the next generation about the wonderfulness of Japanese people. He concluded the lecture by encouraging the students that learning and teaching will help them realize their own immaturity and lead to further study.

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2024, 5

Venue: Esaka Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

This was the second of a year-long training program held once a month for dentists with three or more years of experience, and participants deepened their understanding of correct diagnosis and treatment methods in endodontic therapy through a combination of lectures and practical experience.

Endodontic therapy (treatment of the tooth root) is a delicate treatment that can recur if even the slightest bacteria is left behind. It goes without saying that sufficient facilities and equipment are necessary, but the technical skills of the dentists who use them are also extremely important. We would like to improve the precision of our treatment by regularly reviewing cases and conducting practical training to hone our techniques.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2024, 5

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On May 2024, 5, we held a training session for new staff in the Sendai area at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.
Following Niigata and Tokyo, this time the event was aimed at local staff in Sendai, starting with providing a deeper understanding of Tokushinkai as an organization, and then giving a deeper insight into appropriate communication and business etiquette for members of that organization.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2024, 5

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

The lecturers were Dr. Yuutaro Kuribayashi, head physician of the medical department, and dental hygienist managers from across the country. Through a combination of lectures and practical experience, participants gained a deeper understanding of correct examinations and diagnoses, how to take intraoral photographs, and how to use intraoral scanners.

In order to proceed with treatment, a highly accurate treatment plan based on a correct examination and diagnosis is essential. Our group has an educational system in place, including regular training in intraoral photography by professional photographers, to ensure a high level of support at every phase of treatment.

Lecturer: Mr. Makoto Ogawa

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2024, 5

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

The lecturers were Dr. Kuribayashi Yuutaro, Head of Medical Department, and Dr. Ogawa Makoto, a JSOI certified specialist physician (Director of Wakabadai Dental Clinic, part of our group). The lecture covered topics such as diagnostic examinations and treatment plans for implant treatment, and consultations with patients, as well as practical training in incision, peeling, and suturing, allowing participants to gain a deeper understanding of implant treatment.

Implant treatment is the treatment option for missing teeth that can restore the functionality and appearance of natural teeth. However, it is also a treatment that causes a lot of anxiety for patients who undergo surgery. Our group has many doctors who have been certified by academic societies for their achievements and knowledge of implant treatment, and by providing training in various locations, we have established a system where patients can receive implant treatment with peace of mind, regardless of their area.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2024, 4

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On April 2024, 4, we held a training session for new staff in the Tokyo area at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper way to treat customers and behave as members of society, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

This training, which is being held at each base, began in Niigata Prefecture last week and was held in Tokyo on this day. This time, the participants deepened their understanding by mixing lectures and practical training on topics such as the use of language that should be taken into consideration, techniques to promote communication, and ways of speaking and interacting that make a good first impression.

Our group will continue to hold such training sessions nationwide on a regular basis, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2024, 4

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

Through a combination of lectures and practical experience, participants deepened their understanding by learning correct treatment procedures and approaches, how to explain things to patients, and important points to note.

When proceeding with treatment, it is important to accurately grasp the condition of the oral cavity, as well as to pay attention to the patient's lifestyle and other factors, and to implement a plan that is tailored to the patient. We will endeavor to provide thorough counseling so that we can protect our patients' precious teeth as much as possible.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2024, 4

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On April 2024, 4, we held a training session for new staff at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

This time, participants deepened their understanding by combining lectures and practical experience about the language they should be careful of, techniques to promote communication, how to speak and behave in a way that makes a good first impression, and things they should keep in mind.

Our group will continue to hold such training sessions nationwide on a regular basis, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2024, 4

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, under the theme of "The Form of Japan and the Japanese People," we were given a chance to explore the greatness of the country of Japan and the Japanese people along with their history.

The history of farming and rice cultivation in the face of harsh natural conditions, which dates back to the Yayoi period, shows that Japan is a "nation of diligence and perseverance," the Seventeen-Article Constitution of Prince Shotoku shows that Japan is a "nation that respects harmony," and the history of Japan weaving its own unique kana writing system into kanji characters and developing women's culture through such figures as Sei Shonagon and Murasaki Shikibu shows that it is a "nation of ingenuity and ingenuity."

On the other hand, they sounded the alarm about the current situation in which these Japanese virtues are declining, and reaffirmed that the students of Onkochishinjuku have a role to play as leaders who support Japan and spread the goodness of the Japanese people.

Just as the phrase "learn from the past to create something new" suggests, the Onkochishin Juku was filled with the message that we should rediscover the virtues that our ancestors have built up and create a new, proud Japanese people.

Guest: Shuji Ozawa

Broadcast date: September 2024, 4

Category/Human skills

He spoke about his meeting with Chairman Matsumura, the history of Shinto, the history and characteristics of Hakone Shrine, the appeal of the shrine that attracts 2,000 million people a year, and the special power of the place called Hakone. He also talked about the mindset to have when visiting a shrine, anecdotes from Ozawa's childhood, how he left his hometown of Shimane to serve in Hakone, and his hobbies and life's work.

Instructor/Senior employee

Date: April 2024st to 4rd, 1

Category/Management Skills

From April 4st to April 1rd, an orientation for new members was held in each area of ​​the Tokushinkai Group.

This spring, the Tokushinkai Group welcomed a total of 68 new employees, including dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, dental receptionists, dental technicians and administrative staff.

The orientation was centered around lectures by senior employees, and included a packed schedule that included reviewing the basics such as greetings and grooming, classroom learning to understand the organization, and practical training on medical records and treatment planning.
In addition, Chairman Matsumura gave a lecture in person, lecturing the new members on the mindset, attitude, and actions they should have as new members of society.

The entire program reminded each employee of their responsibilities as members of the Group, as members of society, and as medical professionals, and it was a time of renewed resolve for everyone, including the senior employees who supervised them.

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to contribute to the development of local communities and the industry through the development of medical personnel who will lead the times.

Guest: Ryotaro Tanose

Broadcast date: September 2024, 3

Category/Human skills

In this broadcast, following on from the previous one, we heard about how you have started running school education such as nursery schools.
He opened Nakayoshi Nursery School in 1981 and Nishiyamato Gakuen in 1986 as its first chairman. He shared many passionate stories about the type of talent he aims to develop through education and the efforts he has made to achieve this.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2024, 3

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, the issue of not reporting political funds, which is currently causing a stir in the public, was mentioned. Although the Political Ethics Committee was held, the problem was not resolved, and Professor Fukaya questioned the existence of the Political Ethics Committee, which has no clear penalties or binding power.

He also touched on the issue of Japan's falling to fourth place in the world in GDP and the problem of population decline, and mentioned various approaches to solving these issues. At the same time, he emphasized the importance of nurturing patriotism, which is the foundation of everything. The students also shared their opinions on how to deal with patriotism in the modern era, and the discussion deepened with each other.

The seminar was an opportunity for each student to reexamine the various problems facing the country and their true nature.

Guest: Ryotaro Tanose

Broadcast date: September 2024, 3

Category/Human skills

Professor Tanose talked about his upbringing, his childhood, his experiences as a student, what he was thinking about during his time, and how he came to aspire to become a politician.
He also talked about why he felt that "education is the most important political issue" throughout his career as a politician, what kind of talent he aims to develop through the education at the school corporation he established as a way to put this into practice, and the efforts he is making to achieve this.
This is a very valuable piece of content that gives us a glimpse of Mr. Tanose's strong desire to continue working in school education, despite working as a politician without the three banners. He has the aspiration that "I have to be involved in education."

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2024, 2

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, we were given a lecture on the concepts of "beginner's mind" and "flowers," which are discussed in "Fushikaden," a book left by the Noh master Zeami for future generations.

Many people tend to think of the word "beginner's mind" simply as "the initial feeling when starting something," but its original meaning is slightly different. There are many turning points in life, and at each stage we come up against various obstacles, such as changes in the mind and body and aging. The mindset required to overcome these challenges is what Zeami calls "beginner's mind."

When we say "That person has flowers," the "flowers" are often thought to refer to simply a person's gorgeous appearance or youth. However, this is different to the original meaning; Zeami taught that "flowers" are acquired through training, by overcoming one's "beginner's mind."

We were taught by Zeami that when faced with difficulties or old age, having the right mindset and fighting in the right way will, over and over, bring about true "flowers."

In addition, Professor Nakamura shared many other life lessons through Noh, making the lecture a highly detailed embodiment of the idea of ​​"learning from the past for the future."

Guest: Yoshihiko Kanno

Broadcast date: September 2024, 2

Category/Human skills

Dr. Kanno talked about what inspired him to become a doctor, why he chose to specialize in nephrology, and how important the kidney is to humans.
He also talked about why he decided to study system design management (finding solutions to any problem from a holistic and integrated perspective, verifying their validity and effectiveness, and then implementing and managing them) at Keio University Graduate School while teaching as the Chief Professor of Nephrology at Tokyo Medical University Hospital and serving as Vice Director of the university hospital, how he has applied what he learned there to his work, and the organizational and management theories of team medical care.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2024, 1

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On January 2024, 1, a "Brush-up Training" session was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower by communication instructor Tomoko Matsuo.

Professor Matsuo, who has been working hard on training new employees throughout the year, held a brush-up training session aimed at improving customer service and work quality, which included senior employees, following on from last month.

In this training, we practice an approach to achieving goals using the "Mandala Chart," which has become a hot topic after being used by Major League Baseball player Shohei Otani. This time, each participant reflected on and presented their progress toward the goals they set in the first session, and then reconsidered their approach based on the new perspectives they found.

With each session, the strengths and challenges became clearer for both the individual participants and the team that works together on a daily basis, making this a very meaningful training session that can be applied to daily work.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Guest: Masahiro Tanabe

Broadcast date: September 2024, 1

Category/Human skills

President Tanabe will talk about how he came to run a banana farm, the environmental considerations he values ​​in farm management, his efforts toward the SDGs, and how he is building a company that employees can be proud of. In Ecuador, where the country is more susceptible to the influence of government and the environment than Japan, you can feel President Tanabe's aspirations as he continues to adhere to the philosophy of "coexistence and prosperity with nature."

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2024, 1

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

Mr. Fukaya and our group's Chairman Matsumura met by chance while watching sumo wrestling, and were attracted by Mr. Fukaya's excellent personality and vast knowledge. They founded the Onkochishinjuku study group with the desire to "touch his throat" (to be so close that they could hear his throat). This year marks the 9th session of the Onkochishinjuku.

This was the first time that Professor Fukaya and our group's Chairman Matsumura shared the poems of Professor Sakamura Shinmin, who is highly respected by both of them, and they taught us various life lessons through the poems of this man. Onkochishinjuku has always valued "encounters" between people. He explained the importance of such "encounters and encounters" with the poem, "Because we only have one life, let us stop and gaze upon the dew of the morning glory, thinking of the wonder of encounters."

I look forward to learning a lot this term as well, and cherishing the encounters I have here to further strengthen the bonds I have with my fellow students as colleagues who will lead the next generation forward together.

Guests: Ms. Mako Hayashi and Mr. Genichi Watanabe

Broadcast date: September 2023, 12

Category/Human skills

The late Professor Shoichi Watanabe was a professor emeritus at Sophia University, a doctorate in English, and a well-known commentator on history and politics. He was described as a courageous "giant of knowledge" who opened up new possibilities in the postwar public discourse.
Professor Watanabe Shoichi gave lectures in person at the "Itto Juku" held in Niigata in September 2003 and at the "Matsushita Institute of Government and Management" in 9.

This time, as a special edition, we have invited two guests, Professor Watanabe's daughter and pianist Mako Hayashi, and his son and cellist Genichi Watanabe, to talk about their musical activities, the educational philosophy of Professor Watanabe, who was called a ``giant of knowledge'' representing the Showa and Heisei eras, and unique family stories, making this a very valuable broadcast.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2023, 12

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On January 2023, 12, a "Brush-up Training" session was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower by communication instructor Tomoko Matsuo.

Professor Matsuo, who has been working hard on training new employees throughout the year, held a brush-up training session aimed at improving customer service and work quality, which included senior employees, following on from last month.

Last time, we conducted a goal setting exercise using the "Mandala Chart," which has become a hot topic after being used by Major League Baseball player Shohei Otani. This time, participants reflected on their progress toward their goals and shared their findings with each other.

In the second half, we filmed the actual hospitality at the clinic and received feedback from Dr. Matsuo and Chairman Matsumura. Each participant found areas to improve that they had not been aware of, making this a very meaningful training session that will be useful for the future.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2023, 12

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

This is the final episode of the term, and Professor Fukaya will be sharing events that have happened around him and the thoughts he has gained from them, incorporating words from classical Chinese.

First, Professor Fukaya introduced the phrase "A fleeting dream" (meaning that life is short and that rise and fall are fleeting) as something that has deeply touched him recently, and he preached about the importance of living every moment to the fullest.

He also introduced the following phrase, which he feels every year as he conducts the Onkochishinjuku, which will be in its ninth term in January next year: "After learning, you realize you lack something, and after teaching, you realize you are in trouble." The more you learn, the more you realize what you are lacking, and the phrase means that "teaching" and "learning" enhance each other's effectiveness.

At the end of the lecture, he gave us the words, "There is no distance, no closeness, no wind or frost in the distance." Once you meet and deepen your relationship, there is no distinction between near and far. He used these words, which mean that no matter how violent the wind blows or how hard the frost falls, he will be watching over you from anywhere, as his farewell greeting, and at the end, each student was presented with a graduation certificate.

This term, too, we were given a great deal of humorous instruction through history and current affairs, providing us with the knowledge we need to get through these difficult times, making it a very fruitful Onkochishinjuku session.

The Onkochishinjuku will be held for the 9th term next year, with a total of 1 sessions scheduled to be held on the third Monday of every month (3:18-30:19) starting in January. If you are interested, please feel free to contact us.

Guest: Kazuko Kumon

Broadcast date: September 2023, 12

Category/Human skills

Kumon founded and runs the Garden of Siloam, which aims to provide high-quality education and medical care to children with disabilities living in Kenya, Africa. During a visit to Sierra Leone in 2001, Kumon witnessed many children dying every day, which prompted him to ask himself, "What does it mean to be involved in a life, and what can I do?" In a society where people think that simply having a disability means that an evil spirit is possessing a person, Kumon's therapeutic activities, which "provide compassionate care," have helped children to grow, and have seen changes in their mothers and families, creating relationships where children and families are more aware of each other, can discuss their worries, and help each other.

In the program, they talk about their daily thoughts in carrying out their activities, the innovations they have made in running the facility, the environment surrounding the local children, their vision for the facility's future, and the kind of society they hope to create.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2023, 11

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On January 2023, 11, a "Brush-up Training" session was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower by communication instructor Tomoko Matsuo.

On this day, Professor Matsuo, who has been working hard on training new employees throughout the year, held a brush-up training session aimed at improving customer service and work quality, with senior employees also joining in.

Using the "Mandala Chart," which has become a hot topic after being used by Major League Baseball player Shohei Otani, participants exchanged opinions to draw an ideal image of "the best staff at a dental medical group in the world," and set goals. They reexamined all patient interactions, including customer service during treatment, from the goal standards and deepened their understanding of what "the ideal state" is for staff at the Tokushinkai Group.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Guest: Naoki Hayashi

Broadcast date: September 2023, 11

Category/Human skills

"Ultimate Styles Dental Laboratory" is the high-quality division of World Wabo, the dental technology division of our group, and its representative, Naoki Hayashi, gives lectures around the world and his photographs and cases are often featured in industry journals. He is also active on the world stage, publishing clinical photo books.

During the recording, he talked about the Japan International Dental Congress held in September, his presentation at the academic conference held in Hawaii in August, anecdotes from his childhood, what inspired him to become a dental technician, his meeting with Chairman Matsumura, and the path he took to move to the United States and achieve his current position. He also talked about what motivates him to continue honing his skills, and his current thoughts about working as a dental technician.

Guest: Nobuaki Aoki

Broadcast date: September 2023, 10

Category/Human skills

Chairman Matsumura has been friends with MK's predecessors, the late Chairman Sadao Aoki and the late Vice Chairman Hideo Aoki, for over 30 years, and the Chairman and Vice Chairman gave speeches at the "Itto Juku" - the inspiration for this column - and at the Tokushinkai Group's anniversary ceremony.

In this episode, President Aoki, who inherited the MK Taxi brand and the organization's aspirations from his predecessor, spoke about the reforms MK Taxi has made to the taxi industry (service, employee working environment, etc.), the impact it has had on Japanese society, and the current initiatives and future prospects. This is a valuable episode in which President Aoki shares his passion.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2023, 10

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, under the theme of "Life is full of joys and sorrows," the speaker spoke about sad partings and happy encounters in life.

He talked about the wonderfulness of a life blessed with good encounters, along with the famous words of philosopher Shinzo Mori: "Humans will definitely meet the people they are meant to meet in their lifetime. And not a moment too early, not a moment too late." From Professor Fukaya's way of living, who continues to spend fulfilling days surrounded by many good connections even after retiring from the front line, I also learned the importance of valuing the connections between people.

The monthly Onkochishinjuku classes are attended by people from a variety of backgrounds, and Professor Fukaya hopes that they will continue to grow by becoming a place for people to make good connections. The Onkochishinjuku classes have become a place where people can meet and reexamine how to deal with connections.

Date: September 2023, 10

Category/Technical Skills

On October 10th, we held a "Prosthodontics Training for Trainees" session at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting Professor Uoshima Katsumi from Niigata University's School of Dentistry as the lecturer.

The Tokushinkai Group has clinical training facilities across the country and works to develop medical trainees every year. We also invite external lecturers to give training, which is attended by many medical trainees.
This time, the theme was "prosthetics," and the students learned about the correct treatment plan and techniques from Professor Uoshima Katsumi of Niigata University's School of Dentistry, and then learned surgical procedures in a practical format.
The professor concluded by saying, "This is the most important time as a trainee, so make sure you study carefully so that you can provide correct treatment."

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to actively train the next generation of doctors and strive to ensure that proper treatment leads to "the provision of safe and secure medical care" for patients.

Lecturer: Naoki Hayashi

Date: September 2023, 10

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On October 10rd, Naoki Hayashi, the representative of Ultimate Styles Dental Laboratory, a dental laboratory of the Tokushinkai Group based in the US, gave a lecture to staff in Japan.

In addition to the content of his lecture at the recent Japan International Dental Congress, Hayashi presented a number of case studies illustrating the process he uses to pursue the best results within the various conditions and constraints presented by his patients.

During the question and answer session following the lecture, dentists and dental technicians enthusiastically asked questions, and through their answers, first-class know-how was passed on to the next generation.

Our group will continue to strive to develop human resources who can play an active role on the global stage by providing training from first-class instructors and educating our staff on a daily basis.

Lecturer: Miki Kojima

Date: September 2023, 9

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On September 2023, 9, we held a "photo training session" at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, inviting professional photographer Miki Kojima.

The Tokushinkai Group regularly holds this "photo training" course. Since intraoral photographs are used in dental treatment for examinations, diagnoses, follow-up observations, and explanations to patients, we have set up training sessions like this one where we are instructed by professional photographers.

In the first half of the day, participants learned basic camera knowledge such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, and white balance using a single-lens reflex camera, and in the second half, they practiced taking intraoral photographs. They then switched to a dedicated camera to deepen their understanding of the various functions and confirmed what they had learned through practice.

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to enable patients to undergo treatment with peace of mind through more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2023, 9

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, Professor Fukaya, who will soon be celebrating his 88th birthday, looked back on his career so far.

With accompanying photographs, he looked back in detail on his life, from his harrowing experience of repatriating from Manchuria, his student days when he honed his public speaking skills while working part-time, to the twists and turns he faced in election campaigns beginning with his first election as a ward assemblyman at the age of 27, to his brilliant career in which he served as Minister of Posts and Telecommunications, Minister of Home Affairs, Chairman of the National Public Safety Commission, Minister of International Trade and Industry, and Chairman of the House of Representatives Budget Committee.

Even though he has retired, Professor Fukaya is still surrounded by many people who admire him and lead busy, fulfilling lives. This was the Onkochishinjuku where we were able to unravel the reasons for this and learn the wonderfulness of living a life surrounded by many people with dreams forever.

Guest: Miki Kimoto

Broadcast date: September 2023, 9

Category/Human skills

Hideki Saijo, who was a singer who took the world by storm, passed away in 17 after battling illness for 2018 years. Our guest this time, Miki Kimoto, spoke about the 6044-day battle with illness that she and her family fought last year at "Itto Juku," the name this column is based on.

In this broadcast, Kimoto talks to listeners across the country about his upbringing, his meeting with Saijo Hideki, stories of his family ties, and his future plans.

Date: September 2023, 8

Venue: Aoba Daini Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On August 2023, 8, we held a training session on orthodontics for dentists at Aoba Daini Dental Clinic, inviting Dr. Mitsuhiko Kawachi from Miyagi Prefecture.
This training course will be held once a month for six months to help participants acquire the correct knowledge and skills required for orthodontic treatment.
This was the third session, and we had a discussion and case study while looking at actual case data. After that, we used a typodont and practiced applying what we learned from the previous case.
Our group will continue to implement more specialized training programs and strive to provide medical care that provides even greater patient satisfaction than ever before.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2023, 8

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, we were given a talk about the Tokyo Trials during the Greater East Asia War.

The trial was conducted under overwhelmingly unfavorable circumstances, with all 11 judges being on the side of the victorious nations, and all involved, including the presiding judge, now acknowledge that "the trial was wrong." They explained why such a trial was conducted and lamented the many victims who were found to be war criminals and executed at the end of the trial.

Following on from his previous lecture on the background of the Greater East Asia War, Professor Fukaya lamented the masochistic view of history that has been instilled in the Japanese people through the history of war. At the end of his lecture, he emphasized once again that "each and every person in Japan should contribute to world peace with pride and confidence," concluding the Onkochishinjuku for the day.

Guest: Chairman Masahiro Kuwayama

Broadcast date: September 2023, 8

Category/Human skills

Founded by Chairman Masahiro Kuwayama, Kuwayama Corporation is a leading jewelry manufacturer in the industry, with operations overseas. Since its founding in 1964, the company has been planning and manufacturing jewelry with a focus on customer trust, and has expanded its market area over the course of its 50-plus years of business, creating jewelry that combines cutting-edge technology with advanced craftsmanship. As a result, the company is highly regarded not only in Japan but also abroad as one of Japan's leading jewelry manufacturers.

We hear about Chairman Kuwayama's meeting with Chairman Matsumura, his childhood, the process leading up to the establishment of Kuwayama Co., Ltd., his overseas expansion, and the craftsmen who have looked after him like family.

Lecturer: Professor Kenji Seo

Date: September 2023, 8

Category/Technical Skills

On August 8th, we held an emergency resuscitation seminar at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting Professor Kenji Seo from the Department of Anesthesiology, School of Dentistry, Niigata University, as the lecturer.

Every year, the Tokushinkai Group holds an "Emergency Resuscitation Training Seminar" to prepare employees to act quickly in the event of an emergency for themselves or their patients. We provide lectures and training on how to use an AED and how to perform chest compressions to staff who do not perform medical procedures, such as receptionists and management staff, while we provide lectures and training on more specialized procedures to dentists and dental hygienists.

He also conducted a case study based on past incidents at the dental clinic and taught us the key points to consider when deciding on action to take.

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to thoroughly implement a system that enables each staff member to remain calm in emergencies and provide safe and secure medical care to patients.

Lecturer: Miki Kojima

Date: September 2022, 9

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On September 2022, 9, we held a photography training session at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting professional photographer Dr. Kojima Miki.

The Tokushinkai Group regularly holds this "photo training" course. Since intraoral photographs are used in dental treatment for examinations, diagnoses, follow-up observations, and explanations to patients, we have set up training sessions like this one where we are instructed by professional photographers.

In the first half of the day, the participants learned basic camera knowledge such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, and white balance, and in the second half, they practiced taking intraoral photographs using a model. They deepened their understanding of accurate photography techniques while considering how to use mirrors and oral hooks (instruments used to hold the patient's mouth open), how to face the body, and the distance between the camera and the subject.

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to enable patients to undergo treatment with peace of mind through more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2023, 7

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.
The theme of the day was "The Background of the Greater East Asia War," and we were given a detailed explanation of how the international community responded to Japan, which rose to prominence in the Sino-Japanese and Russo-Japanese Wars, and how the war came to an end.

Throughout the lecture, Professor Fukaya emphasized that "war is not always caused by one side, but occurs as a result of a complex interplay of various factors." He also pointed out that defending a country in such circumstances is not a simple task.

Professor Fukaya has indicated his intention to continue to share his experiences and the ideal state of the country with the younger generation as a storyteller of the generation that experienced the war and worked hard for reconstruction. The students of Onkochishinjuku, who are being taught by Professor Fukaya, are expected to play the role of "leaders who support Japan." Each student who will be building the Japan of the future was reminded of the importance of "learning from the past" in order to realize peace.

Guest: Professor Junji Tagami

Broadcast date: September 2023, 7

Category/Human skills

Dr. Junji Tagami is a frontier leader who has led the world in the field of conservative dental treatment for many years. From 1995 to 2021, he served as a professor at the Department of Conservative Dentistry (currently the Department of Caries Control) at the Faculty of Dentistry of Tokyo Medical and Dental University, where he specializes in conservative dental treatment, and has served as Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, University Trustee, and Vice President. Since retiring from the university, he has been devoting himself to clinical practice and staff education as the director of our group's Quartz Dental Clinic.

During the interview, we asked Dr. Tagami about his upbringing, his time at university and his year studying abroad in the United States, the history of the development of adhesive treatment and MI treatment (minimal intervention/dental treatment that involves minimal tooth grinding), future developments, and the current situation overseas.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2023, 7

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On May 2023, 7, we held a training session for new staff in the Sendai area at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.
Following Niigata and Tokyo, the participants then conducted a series of simulations of customer service situations in clinical settings, this time for the local staff in Sendai, to review what they had learned so far.
After the simulation, participants provide feedback to each other, which serves as an opportunity to apply the results to future medical treatment.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Date: September 2023, 7

Venue: Aoba Daini Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On August 2023, 7, we held a training session on orthodontics for dentists at Aoba Daini Dental Clinic, inviting Dr. Mitsuhiko Kawachi from Miyagi Prefecture.
This training course will be held once a month for six months to help participants acquire the correct knowledge and skills required for orthodontic treatment.
This was the second session, and we learned about the mechanism of tooth movement in orthodontic treatment, as well as the characteristics and proper use of the orthodontic instruments used.
Our group will continue to implement more specialized programs and strive to provide medical care that provides even greater patient satisfaction than ever before.

Lecturer: Ritsuko Kawasaki

Date: September 2023, 7

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 9F

Category/Technical Skills

On July 2023, 7, we invited Ritsuko Kawasaki, who holds numerous hygienist certifications, to Tokushinkai Quartz Tower to hold a periodontal disease training session for dentists and dental hygienists.

Dr. Kawasaki, who has previously held "lectures for dental hygienists" in Niigata and Sendai, held a training session in Tokyo on this day. Dentists and dental hygienists from all areas of the group participated in pairs, with the first half being classroom-based and the second half being practical training in which they actually put together treatment. They learned not only about periodontal disease, but also the importance of knowing the background and lifestyle habits that led patients to suffer from periodontal disease.

We will continue to value communication with our patients and strive to become a dental clinic that patients want to visit.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Lecturer: GC Corporation

Date: September 2023, 6

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On April 2023, 6, we held a training session for new staff in the Tokyo area at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

In the first half of the day, communication instructor Ms. Tomoko Matsuo gave a training session on customer service, and in the second half, GC Corporation, a manufacturer and distributor of dental materials, came to the event to provide training on dental materials.

In the first half of the training on dental treatment, participants discussed their opinions and impressions after reading the assigned book, and also filmed their dental treatment and conducted a self-evaluation activity. In the second half of the training on dental materials, participants reviewed the appropriate handling of materials that they handle on a daily basis, including scientific evidence.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2023, 6

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, under the theme of "The Greatness of the Japanese People," he spoke about the excellent moral values ​​that Japanese people possess.

Professor Fukaya listed some of the good qualities of Japanese people as "politeness," "excellent moral values," "diligence and hard work," "creativity and ingenuity," and "aesthetic sense," and spoke in detail about these virtues that Japanese people possess, including specific anecdotes related to each of these.

On the other hand, Professor Fukaya sounded a warning about the current situation where the environment for teaching morality is decreasing. He concluded his lecture with words of encouragement, asking the students to once again recognize the good things about Japan and play their role in spreading that knowledge widely.

Guest: Master Oshima

Broadcast date: September 2023, 6

Category/Human skills

Oshima Oyakata (former sekiwake Asahifuji) has been called a "legend in the sumo world" for his many records, including becoming the oldest Makuuchi champion at the time in 2012. In this conversation, we hear about how Oshima Oyakata and Chairman Matsumura first met, childhood anecdotes, how he came to study sumo abroad, the difficulties he faced when he first joined the sumo world, and the tournament where he became the oldest champion.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2023, 6

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On June 2023, 6, we held a training session for new staff in the Niigata area at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper way to treat customers and behave as members of society, and it is held regularly throughout the year.
This was the second time this year that the seminar was held in the Niigata area, and participants participated in a role-playing session on how to treat patients, which was then filmed and evaluated by each other. It was a valuable opportunity to confirm how they were perceived by patients in the approximately two and a half months since they joined the company, and to use this opportunity to improve in the future.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Ritsuko Kawasaki

Date: September 2023, 6

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On June 2023, 6, we held a training session for dental hygienists at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic, inviting Ritsuko Kawasaki, who holds numerous hygienist certifications.

In this training, we received lectures not only on periodontal disease, but also on the importance of knowing the background and lifestyle habits of patients who have periodontal disease. In addition, in order to quickly put what we learned into practice, we also had mutual training between staff who actually used the clinic. In the future, we will continue to value communication with patients more than ever before and strive to create a dental clinic that patients want to visit.

Lecturer: Ritsuko Kawasaki

Date: September 2023, 5

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On May 2023, 5, we held a training session for dental hygienists at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting Dr. Ritsuko Kawasaki, who holds various hygienist certifications.

This training not only provided knowledge about periodontal disease, but also taught the importance of knowing the lifestyle habits and background that led patients to develop periodontal disease. Going forward, we will continue to value communication with patients more than ever before and strive to create a dental clinic that patients will want to visit.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2023, 5

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On May 2023, 5, we held a training session for new staff in the Sendai area at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.
Following Niigata and Tokyo, this time the event was aimed at local staff in Sendai, starting with providing a deeper understanding of Tokushinkai as an organization, and then giving a deeper insight into appropriate communication and business etiquette for members of that organization.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Guest: Kazuaki Kiriya

Broadcast date: September 2023, 5

Category/Human skills

"Radio Itto Juku," hosted by Tokushinkai Group Chairman Matsumura, has begun on Radio Nikkei 1. With the aim of "learning from pioneers who lit up the dark night with the light of their convictions," which is the theme of "Itto Juku," which the Tokushinkai Group has been hosting since 1995, the radio program invites guests to learn about how to live and think as a leader from pioneers active in various fields.

The guest for the first episode aired this time was film director and video artist Kiriya Kazuaki.
We talk about his latest film, which was released in April this year, stories from his childhood, the circumstances that led him to move to the United States, and how he got into film.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2023, 5

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

The theme of the day was "The path to becoming a politician," and Professor Fukaya spoke about the path he took to become a politician and his 50-year career as a politician.

Professor Fukaya experienced the repatriation from Manchuria during his childhood. This brutal experience and the strengthened patriotism he felt when he arrived in Japan were the starting point for his ambition to become a politician.

He honed his oratory skills in the debate club since high school, and continued to work hard at university, participating in the oratory club and starting the All Japan Oratory Federation while working part-time. He was first elected to the Taito Ward Assembly at the age of 27, and after a brilliant career as Minister of Posts and Telecommunications and Minister of International Trade and Industry, he retired at the age of 77. He says that he experienced many disappointments during his 50-year political career, but he turned any adversity into energy and continued to work hard.

His thoughts on retirement overlapped with those of the poet Sakamura Shinmin's poem, "Flowers have no sadness after they wither, only the joy of blooming wholeheartedly remains." Through the career of Fukaya, a politician who continued to work hard with great ambition and who was ultimately left with only joy, Onkochishinjuku has taught us the wonderfulness of a life of single-mindedly pursuing one's dreams.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2023, 4

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On April 2023, 4, we held a training session for new staff in the Tokyo area at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

The first meeting was held last week at the Niigata base, but this time it was held in Tokyo. The meeting started with gaining a deeper understanding of Tokushinkai as an organization, and participants deepened their understanding of appropriate communication and business etiquette as members of that organization.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2023, 4

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, he spoke about the recent unified local elections. He said that the percentage of uncontested winners in the recent prefectural assembly elections was the second highest in history. He sounded the alarm that this situation, which could lead to political distortion, is a crisis for the way democratic elections are conducted.

On the other hand, he also told us an episode about one of Professor Fukaya's students who fought well but unfortunately did not win. He said he was deeply impressed by the way the student passionately appealed to the public.

After talking about the tough election campaign, he introduced Sun Tzu's Art of War, which says, "He who has many plans will win, he who has few plans will not win," and "Do not fight if you have no chance of winning." He emphasized that dreams are not something to just have, but that if you do not draw a path to realizing them, they will remain just dreams.

On this day, the Onkochishinjuku session not only deepened our understanding of current affairs, but also provided hints for opening up the future from the teachings of our predecessors.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2023, 4

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On April 2023, 4, we held a training session for new staff at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

This time, participants deepened their understanding by combining lectures and practical experience about language to be careful of, techniques to promote communication, and the mindset to keep in mind for making a good impression on others even when wearing a mask.

Our group will continue to hold such training sessions nationwide on a regular basis, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Nobuaki Aoki

Date: September 2023, 4

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Human skills

On April 4th, the 12th Itto Juku was held by Mr. Nobuaki Aoki, President and CEO of MK Corporation.

Under the theme of "MK's Management Philosophy and MK Evolution 3.0 - The Next Stage of Energy and Taxis," he gave a lecture on MK Corporation's progress from its founding to the present day and its future prospects.

When he first entered the taxi industry, it was common for drivers not to greet each other. In order to change this situation, he first worked on improving the living environment of his employees. From there, he made changes to his business style to please customers, such as thoroughly greeting drivers, operating 24 hours a day, and providing services to the physically disabled.

The future outlook for "MK Evolution 3.0" was not limited to the digitalization of the sales system and the metaverse business. The vision for moving away from taxis and gasoline was far beyond imagination.

Professor Aoki is currently exploring how MK can be a new company that is in line with the times while still leveraging its core brand power. As he spoke, the Itto Juku students were given the opportunity to reconsider "what should not be changed and what should be changed" regarding people, organizations, and society.

Instructor/Senior employee

Date: April 2023st to 4rd, 1

Category/Management Skills

From April 4st to April 1rd, we held new employee orientation in each area of ​​the group.

This spring, the Tokushinkai Group welcomed 63 new employees, including dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants/receptionists, and dental technicians.

The orientation was centered around lectures by senior employees, and included a packed schedule that included reviewing the basics such as greetings and grooming, classroom learning to understand the organization, and practical training on medical records and treatment planning.

The entire program reminded each employee of their responsibilities as members of the Group, as members of society, and as medical professionals, and it was a time of renewed resolve for everyone, including the senior employees who supervised them.

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to contribute to the development of local communities and the industry through the development of medical personnel who will lead the times.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2023, 3

Category/Technical Skills

On March 3rd, a lecture entitled "Mastering Adhesive Repair" by Professor Junji Tagami was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

Our group regularly holds training sessions taught by Dr. Tagami, who has been a world leader in the field of conservative dental treatment for many years. As the director of our group's Quartz Dental Clinic, Dr. Tagami is dedicated to clinical practice and staff education.

Dr. Tagami mainly teaches me a treatment method called direct bonding. This is a treatment method that strongly bonds a composite material (composite resin) made of 80-90% ceramic particles solidified with resin to the tooth to restore the missing part. This allows for high-precision caries treatment and aesthetic treatment while minimizing the burden on the body, such as grinding the teeth.

This time, Dr. Tagami introduced us to the content of his recent lecture at an American academic conference, including the local dental situation. Under the title "Saving the hopeless teeth with adhesive technology," he introduced local dentists to a number of cases in which direct bonding has saved many patients, as well as adhesive methodologies. Adhesive restoration seminars are frequently held in the United States, and Dr. Tagami mentioned that the movement to improve direct bonding techniques in order to provide treatment with high patient satisfaction is similar in the United States.

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields, and strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide a high level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2023, 3

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, we were introduced to the poem "Youth" by German-born poet Samuel Ullmann. This poem proclaims that "youth is the youth of the heart, and never grows old, even as we grow older." There are Japanese translations by various translators, but Professor Fukaya's favorite is the translation of the poem "What is Youth?" by the writer Mitsuru Arai.

Mr. Arai Mitsuru is also famous for his translation of the lyrics of "A Thousand Winds", which was covered by singer Masashi Akikawa and became a big hit. Professor Fukaya also shared an episode in which he quoted the poem "A Thousand Winds" when he stood up to ask questions at the Budget Committee during former Prime Minister Abe's first administration.

Finally, all the students recited "What is Youth?", and the class was a chance for all to reflect on the importance of having dreams and working sincerely towards achieving them.

Lecturer: Mr. Ikuo Kabashima

Date: September 2023, 3

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Human skills

We held the "Ichito Juku" seminar, inviting Mr. Ikuo Kabashima, the Governor of Kumamoto Prefecture.
Under the theme of "Dreams lie in adversity," he shared the story of how he overcame numerous setbacks to become Governor of Kumamoto Prefecture and achieve the revitalization of the prefecture today.

Governor Kamashima took office in 2008 and began his fourth term in 2020. During this time, he has successfully taken on a number of challenges, including reforming the prefectural office culture to encourage new ventures, rebuilding the prefecture's finances, promoting the prefecture using Kumamon, responding to the "triple punch" of earthquakes, COVID-4, and heavy rains, and rebuilding the prefecture.

Governor Kabashima says, "Life and politics are the art of possibility." As with today's theme, "dreams lie in adversity," and he spoke passionately about the importance of always working toward those dreams, exceeding the expectations of others, and taking risks without fear of failure.

Itto Juku was a great opportunity for each participant to find dreams in the midst of the adversity they faced, and to gain hope and energy to take the next strong step.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2023, 2

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On March 2rd, a lecture entitled "Mastering Adhesive Repair" by Professor Junji Tagami was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

Our group regularly holds training sessions taught by Dr. Tagami, who has been a world leader in the field of conservative dental treatment for many years. Dr. Tagami is the director of our group's Quartz Dental Clinic, and is dedicated to clinical practice and staff education, mainly at our group's clinics in Tokyo.

Dr. Tagami mainly teaches me a treatment method called direct bonding. This is a treatment method that strongly bonds a composite material (composite resin) made of 80-90% ceramic particles solidified with resin to the tooth to restore the missing part. This allows for high-precision caries treatment and aesthetic treatment while minimizing the burden on the body, such as grinding the teeth.

This time, too, he introduced us to a number of cases in which he used direct bonding, and gave us guidance on the key points of treatment. He explained a variety of cases, including microdontia (small teeth), rotated teeth (teeth that grow in twisted), and congenital defects (congenitally missing permanent teeth).

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields, and strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide a high level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2023, 2

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, we had a lecture on the theme of "Having a hobby."

Professor Fukaya has many hobbies, including tap dancing, sword dancing, diving, horse riding, karate, and skating. Professor Fukaya does not see hobbies as a way to kill time, but rather as something that one should make time for. This is because he believes that hobbies can lift one's spirits, encourage one's life, and be useful in one's work.

Many people say they don't have time for hobbies, but Professor Fukaya says that time is something you create. He showed us how successful people use their time effectively. Bill Gates emphasized that reading one hour a day equals 1 hours a year, Thatcher qualified as a lawyer while taking the time off to do housework and raise her children, and Churchill was also a first-class painter.

Professor Fukaya encouraged the students to use time effectively and to use it to energize their work, as everyone is given equal time. From the perspective of hobbies and time management, he unraveled the lifestyles of successful people, and gave us some hints for life.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2023, 1

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On January 2023, 1, we held a communication training session at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic.

We were reminded of the importance of communication with patients, and were also given guidance on how to educate the new staff who will be joining us in April. We were given practical guidance on how the impression you give to others can change just by changing the wording or the way you communicate, and this was an opportunity to reaffirm that this kind of awareness is what can lead to improved satisfaction in all areas.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2023, 1

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On March 1rd, a lecture entitled "Mastering Adhesive Repair" by Professor Junji Tagami was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

Our group regularly holds training sessions taught by Dr. Tagami, who has been a world leader in the field of conservative dental treatment for many years. Dr. Tagami is the director of our group's Quartz Dental Clinic, and is dedicated to clinical practice and staff education, mainly at our group's clinics in Tokyo.

Dr. Tagami mainly teaches me a treatment method called direct bonding. This is a treatment method that strongly bonds a composite material (composite resin) made of 80-90% ceramic particles solidified with resin to the tooth to restore the missing part. This allows for high-precision caries treatment and aesthetic treatment while minimizing the burden on the body, such as grinding the teeth.

On this day, we had a lecture on restoring front teeth. In addition to general cavity treatment, we were shown actual cases and were given key points on treatments such as filling gaps, repairing chipped teeth, and straightening teeth.

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields, and strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide a high level of medical care.

Lecturer: Ritsuko Kawasaki

Date: September 2023, 1

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On January 2023, 1, we held a training session for dental hygienists at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic, inviting Ritsuko Kawasaki, who holds various hygienist certifications.

This training not only provided knowledge about periodontal disease, but also emphasized the importance of knowing the lifestyle habits and backgrounds that led patients to develop periodontal disease, as well as clinical data on treatment based on those backgrounds. This gave me a renewed realization of the importance of the job of a dental hygienist.
In the future, we will continue to value communication with patients more than ever before and strive to create a dental clinic that patients will want to visit.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2023, 1

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

Mr. Fukaya and our group's Chairman Matsumura met by chance while watching sumo wrestling, and were attracted by Mr. Fukaya's excellent personality and vast knowledge. They founded the Onkochishinjuku study group with the desire to "touch his throat" (to be so close that they could hear his throat). This year marks the 8th session of the Onkochishinjuku.

This was the first time, and Professor Fukaya and our group's Chairman Matsumura introduced us to some poems by Professor Sakamura Shinmin, who is highly respected by both Professor Fukaya and our group's Chairman Matsumura, and we were reminded that the name of the school, "Onko Chishin" (Learning from the past, learning from the new), is a passage from Confucius' "Analects." We learned that the reason Japanese people have cultivated such a strong sense of morality is because of the history of Japan adopting and developing the "Analects," which could be considered the national religion of China.

This term, too, I hope to learn many things through the Onkochishin Juku, and to gain the knowledge to navigate through these difficult times, as well as to strengthen the bonds between students as colleagues who will lead the next generation together.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 12

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

In the final lecture of the seventh term, we were introduced to the Imperial Rescript on Education, which fostered an ethical sense appropriate to Japan, and Nitobe Inazo's book Bushido.
Both of these teach the teachings of Japanese morality and have shaped the aesthetic and moral values ​​of the Japanese people to this day. I strongly felt that it is necessary to re-learn these things, especially now that the Japanese identity is gradually fading.

I also had the opportunity to watch a video of Professor Fukaya's speech in the Diet commemorating his 25 years in the Diet. His speech was filled with gratitude to his family and those around him, his determination to dedicate his life to his beloved Japan, and his passion to support Japan together with his fellow Diet members across party lines.

After the lecture, a graduation ceremony was held, marking the end of the 7th Onkochishinjuku course.
This term, too, we were given a wide-ranging and rich education through history and current affairs, with a touch of humor, making this a very dense Onkochishinjuku session.

The Onkochishinjuku will be held for the 8th term next year, with a total of 1 sessions scheduled to be held on the third Monday of every month (3:18-30:19) starting in January. If you are interested, please feel free to contact us.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2022, 12

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On December 12th, a case study session was held by Dr. Junji Tagami at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

Our group regularly holds training sessions taught by Dr. Tagami, who has been a world leader in the field of conservative dental treatment for many years. Dr. Tagami is the director of our group's Quartz Dental Clinic, and is dedicated to clinical practice and staff education, mainly at our group's clinics in Tokyo.

Dr. Tagami mainly teaches me a treatment method called direct bonding. This is a treatment method that strongly bonds a composite material (composite resin) made of 80-90% ceramic particles solidified with resin to the tooth to restore the missing part. This allows for high-precision caries treatment and aesthetic treatment while minimizing the burden on the body, such as grinding the teeth.

On this day, we used a web conferencing system to connect our locations across the country, and three dentists presented actual cases in which direct bonding was applied, followed by comments from Dr. Tagami. After the presentations and comments from Dr. Tagami, various questions and opinions were received from the remote locations, making this a very meaningful case study meeting.

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields, and strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide a high level of medical care.

Lecturer: Ryuichi Teshima

Date: September 2022, 11

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Global Skills

Lecturer: Hiroyasu Yamaguchi

Date: September 2022, 11

Category/Technical Skills

On November 11rd, we held a lecture and practical training session on endodontic therapy at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic.

This course was aimed at first- and second-year dentists, and involved reviewing the basics of endodontic therapy, and the professor's own experience and knowledge on how to respond flexibly to patients' concerns and questions. In addition to the lecture, the students also performed treatments on actual extracted teeth (teeth extracted during treatment), and received advice from Professor Yamaguchi, deepening their understanding of treatment methods.

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to strive to provide our patients with the highest level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 11

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, we were able to explore the greatness of the country of Japan and the Japanese people, along with Japan's history.

The history of farming and rice cultivation in the face of harsh natural conditions, which dates back to the Yayoi period, shows that Japan is a "nation of diligence and perseverance," the Seventeen-Article Constitution of Prince Shotoku shows that Japan is a "nation that respects harmony," and the history of Japan weaving its own unique kana writing system into kanji characters and developing women's culture through such figures as Sei Shonagon and Murasaki Shikibu shows that it is a "nation of ingenuity and ingenuity."

On the other hand, they sounded the alarm about the current situation in which these Japanese virtues are declining, and reaffirmed that the students of Onkochishinjuku have a role to play as leaders who support Japan and spread the goodness of the Japanese people.

Just as the phrase "learn from the past to create something new" suggests, the Onkochishin Juku was filled with the message that we should rediscover the virtues built up by our predecessors and create anew a proud Japanese people.

Date: September 2022, 11

Category/Technical Skills

On November 11st, we held a seminar on how to use the intraoral scanner "TRIOS" at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

Intraoral scanners are cutting-edge technology that digitize the process of taking impressions (impressions of the patient's teeth) when making crowns and fillings.

Normally, when taking dental impressions, a process is required in which a viscous material called an impression material is pressed into the mouth. This requires the patient to open their mouth wide, which is a very stressful task for them.

By digitally scanning this, not only is the burden on patients reduced, but the dental impression information can be sent as digital data to the dental laboratory that makes the crowns and fillings, reducing the time and costs required for transportation.

The Tokushinkai Group introduced this intraoral scanner, "TRIOS," at its clinics in Tokyo and Fukuoka three years ago and has been working to provide treatment that places less of a burden on patients.

On this day, a training session was held for new staff, where they reviewed key points for smoother and more accurate scanning, practiced repeatedly, and held a study session to discuss the outlook for digital transformation in the dental industry.

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to strive to provide patients with the highest level of medical care by introducing cutting-edge technology.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2022, 10

Venue: Kasuga Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On October 10th, a hands-on training session led by Dr. Junji Tagami was held at Kasuga Dental Clinic in Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture.

Our group regularly holds training sessions taught by Dr. Tagami, who has been a world leader in the field of conservative dental treatment for many years.
As the director of our group's Quartz Dental Clinic, Dr. Tagami is dedicated to clinical work and staff training, mainly at our group's clinics in Tokyo.

On this day, a web conferencing system was used to connect bases across the country from Fukuoka Prefecture, and hands-on training was conducted simultaneously across the country while watching a video of Professor Tagami's hands.

The treatment method used in the hands-on training was called direct bonding. This is a treatment method that strongly bonds a composite material (composite resin) made of 80-90% ceramic particles solidified with resin to the tooth to restore the missing part. This allows for high-precision caries treatment and aesthetic treatment while minimizing the burden on the body, such as grinding the teeth.

Both local and remote staff were able to observe this cutting-edge technology in action up close and learn the techniques. After getting their hands dirty, questions flew from both the local and remote staff, making it a very meaningful training session.

Our group will continue to hold practical training sessions across the country taught by experts in various fields, striving to provide a high level of medical care regardless of area.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 10

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

At the beginning, Professor Fukaya talked about his meeting with the governors of Oita, Kumamoto, and Nagasaki last month. He shared stories of his interactions with the three governors, the secret to the development of prefectural government, and his motto.

In the second half of the session, he continued on from the previous session and spoke about the issues surrounding the former Unification Church. He reaffirmed what "separation of church and state" means, and pointed out that the role of politics today is to deepen discussion on the appropriate form of religious organizations.

However, Professor Fukaya emphasized that what really needs to be discussed now is how to deal with a Taiwan emergency. He concluded his lecture with a sincere hope that the debate in the Diet will be based on "patriotism."

Lecturer: Professor Kenji Seo

Date: September 2022, 10

Category/Technical Skills

On August 10th, we held an emergency resuscitation seminar at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting Professor Kenji Seo from the Department of Anesthesiology, School of Dentistry, Niigata University, as the lecturer.

Every year, the Tokushinkai Group holds an "Emergency Resuscitation Training Seminar" to prepare employees to act quickly in the event of an emergency for themselves or their patients. We provide lectures and training on how to use an AED and how to perform chest compressions to staff who do not perform medical procedures, such as receptionists and management staff, while we provide lectures and training on more specialized procedures to dentists and dental hygienists.

This year, in addition to the annual content, we conducted a case study based on an incident that had occurred at a dental clinic in the past, and were given instruction on the key points to consider when deciding on action to take.

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to thoroughly implement a system that enables each staff member to remain calm in emergencies and provide safe and secure medical care to patients.

Lecturer: Mr. Koichi Ito

Date: September 2022, 10

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On October 10th, a periodontal surgery training session was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, taught by Dr. Koichi Ito, a specialist and instructor at the Japanese Academy of Periodontology.

Dr. Koichi Ito is the director of our group's Meguro Dental Clinic, and is dedicated to clinical practice and staff education, mainly at our group's clinics in Tokyo. Our group holds this training every year for dentists and dental hygienists in their first year at the company.

When periodontal disease progresses, surgery is required to cut the gums to remove tartar deep in the periodontal pockets and to promote the regeneration of periodontal tissue by applying medicine. In this training, such surgical procedures are practiced using pig jawbones, allowing participants to hone their skills with a feeling closer to the real thing than can be obtained with a model.

The training materials were difficult to handle on a regular basis, and the opportunity to receive direct instruction from Professor Ito was extremely valuable, making the training extremely meaningful for each participant.

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields in order to provide the highest level of medical care.

Lecturer: Miki Kojima

Date: September 2022, 9

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On September 2022, 9, we held a photography training session at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting professional photographer Dr. Kojima Miki.

The Tokushinkai Group regularly holds this "photo training" course. Since intraoral photographs are used in dental treatment for examinations, diagnoses, follow-up observations, and explanations to patients, we have set up training sessions like this one where we are instructed by professional photographers.

In the first half of the day, the participants learned basic camera knowledge such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, and white balance, and in the second half, they practiced taking intraoral photographs using a model. They deepened their understanding of accurate photography techniques while considering how to use mirrors and oral hooks (instruments used to hold the patient's mouth open), how to face the body, and the distance between the camera and the subject.

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to enable patients to undergo treatment with peace of mind through more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2022, 9

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On March 9rd, a lecture entitled "Mastering Adhesive Repair" by Professor Junji Tagami was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

Our group regularly holds training sessions taught by Dr. Tagami, who has been a world leader in the field of conservative dental treatment for many years. Dr. Tagami is the director of our group's Quartz Dental Clinic, and is dedicated to clinical practice and staff education, mainly at our group's clinics in Tokyo.

This time, we were given a lecture on painless caries treatment from the perspective of MI (Minimal Intervention).

MI is a dental treatment concept that "avoids grinding down teeth as much as possible." When grinding down, it is the healthy parts of the tooth that cause pain. We were taught the methodology for treating cavities with good prognosis without grinding down healthy parts, while showing actual cases and research data.

After the lecture, questions were received from dentists in remote locations connected via a web conferencing system, indicating that Dr. Tagami's guidance has permeated throughout the country.

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields, and strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide a high level of medical care.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Category/Technical Skills

At the Tokushinkai Group, we hold various in-house competitions and study groups every day to improve skills in clinical practice and create clinics that are easy for patients to visit.

This time, we focused on telephone answering, which is the first point of contact with patients, and held a "Telephone Response Contest."
We invited communication instructors Dr. Tomoko Matsuo and Dr. Mayumi Kawamoto, who give regular lectures, to evaluate the telephone conversations from a patient's perspective.

The awards ceremony was held at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic on September 9th, and we listened to the excellent staff's performances and received feedback and advice from Dr. Matsuo.
We received careful instruction on how to speak and communicate, which was a learning opportunity for us to once again realize the importance of answering the phone.

Our group will continue to strive to create a clinic that satisfies our patients.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 9

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, he spoke about issues surrounding the former Unification Church and the state funeral.

First, with regard to politicians' interactions with religious organizations, it was clearly stated that they should not act as promoters of anti-social religious organizations.

He then reflected on former Prime Minister Abe's behavior and achievements in diplomacy. He said that a resolution to honor former Prime Minister Abe's achievements was passed in the U.S. Senate. He touched on the fact that there are many countries, regions, and organizations overseas that have expressed condolences, and that there is a gap between the sentiment for mourning in Japan and these countries.

The lecture concluded with the expectation that the students of Onkochishinjuku will be able to calmly respond to the various issues and events that people interpret differently, and lead Japan towards a brighter future.

Lecturer: Miki Kimoto

Date: September 2022, 9

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Human skills

We held the "Ichito Juku" seminar, inviting Miki Kimoto, wife of the late Hideki Saijo.
He shared stories of Hideki Saijo, who passed away in 17 after 2018 years of battling illness, and the family that continued to support him.

<Lecture theme>
"Hideki and his family's 6044 days of illness"

<Venue>
Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F
150-0002-2 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 10-10

<Instructor Profile>
Born in Osaka Prefecture in 1972. After graduating from the Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Science and Technology, Kindai University, she joined a construction consulting company. In 2001, she left the company and married singer Saijo Hideki. She is the mother of three children. One year after their marriage, the whole family supported Hideki's battle with illness for 3 years.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2022, 8

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On December 8th, a case study session was held by Dr. Junji Tagami at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

Our group regularly holds training sessions taught by Dr. Tagami, who has been a world leader in the field of conservative dental treatment for many years. Dr. Tagami is the director of our group's Quartz Dental Clinic, and is dedicated to clinical practice and staff education, mainly at our group's clinics in Tokyo.

Dr. Tagami mainly teaches me a treatment method called direct bonding. This is a treatment method that strongly bonds a composite material (composite resin) made of 80-90% ceramic particles solidified with resin to the tooth to restore the missing part. This allows for high-precision caries treatment and aesthetic treatment while minimizing the burden on the body, such as grinding the teeth.

On this day, we used a web conferencing system to connect our locations across the country, and after two dentists presented actual cases in which direct bonding was applied, we held a case study session in which Dr. Tagami provided comments. After the presentations and Dr. Tagami's comments, various questions and opinions were exchanged from the remote locations, making it a very meaningful case study session.

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields, and strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide a high level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 8

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

This time, Professor Fukaya talked about his own experience of repatriation from Manchuria.

Due to his family's work, Professor Fukaya was in Harbin, Manchuria, when the war ended. The stories he told were brutal, covering his life under the Soviet Union's involvement in the war against Japan, and his subsequent repatriation. From Harbin to Japan, he traveled on a freight train on the continent, and on a Japanese naval ship across the Sea of ​​Japan, and on both journeys he was packed like sardines and had very little food.

However, along the way, she never complained, but instead looked to the future and remained optimistic.
"The luckier a person is, the more optimistic they are and the more they can do anything," says Professor Fukaya.

Professor Fukaya spoke about the original experience that inspired him to aspire to become a politician, and touched on the patriotism and resolve that it strengthened.At the Onkochishinjuku session, he also gave us some powerful encouragement to not give in to difficult times and to live positively.

Lecturer: Miki Kojima

Date: September 2022, 7

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On September 2022, 7, we held a "photo training session" at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, inviting professional photographer Miki Kojima.

The Tokushinkai Group regularly holds this "photo training" course. Since intraoral photographs are used in dental treatment for examinations, diagnoses, follow-up observations, and explanations to patients, we have set up training sessions like this one where we are instructed by professional photographers.

In the first half of the day, the participants learned basic camera knowledge such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, and white balance, and in the second half, they practiced taking intraoral photographs using a model. They deepened their understanding of accurate photography techniques while considering how to use mirrors and oral hooks (instruments used to hold the patient's mouth open), how to face the body, and the distance between the camera and the subject.

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to enable patients to undergo treatment with peace of mind through more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2022, 7

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On May 2022, 7, we held a training session for new staff in the Sendai area at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper way to treat customers and behave as members of society, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

Starting last month, the second training session has been held in each region, starting with Niigata Prefecture. On this day, the training session was held in Miyagi Prefecture. In addition to the activity of role-playing and mutual evaluation of hospitality, participants reviewed honorific language. They reaffirmed the correct use of language, focusing on honorific and humble language, which are often mistaken.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Date: September 2022, 7

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On July 2022, 7, we held a "Denture Treatment Lecture" at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting Dr. Shuichi Nomura, former professor of the Department of Comprehensive Prosthodontics at Niigata University.

This course was aimed at first- and second-year dentists, and involved reviewing the basics of denture treatment, and the professor's own experience and knowledge on how to respond flexibly to patients' concerns and questions. In addition, the dentists who attended looked at cases they had experienced and gave advice, deepening their understanding of treatment methods.

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to enable patients to undergo treatment with peace of mind through more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 7

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

At the beginning of the event, all students observed a moment of silence in memory of former Prime Minister Abe, who passed away on July 7th.
Following the death of former Prime Minister Abe, Professor Fukaya introduced the words, "The matter is settled when the coffin is closed." This means that a person's true reputation is confirmed after they die, and he praised his achievements, saying that the number of flowers offered at the ceremony, which was so large that they could not all fit in the venue, spoke for itself.

During the lecture, he showed us videos and talked about episodes from the recent House of Councillors election and questions and answers in the Diet.

We asked Professor Fukaya to talk about the heat of the election campaign and how it is a battle of physical strength, along with a video of his campaign speech from the other day. It was very impressive to see Professor Fukaya giving such a powerful speech in the scorching heat.

We were also shown a video of Professor Fukaya's questioning in the Diet when he was in the opposition. The audience erupted in applause as Professor Fukaya, who was once known as a "militant," passionately and logically questioned the ruling party about their qualities as national leaders, and he ended his lecture with the words, "I have no regrets about my life as a politician."

This was an opportunity for the Onkochishinjuku to learn about the "determination" shown by the late former Prime Minister Abe and Professor Fukaya as politicians.

Lecturer: Mr. Mitsuhiko Kato

Date: September 2022, 6

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Human skills

We held the "Ichito Juku" seminar with guest speaker Mr. Mitsuhiko Kato.

Lecturer: Miki Kojima

Date: September 2022, 6

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On June 2022, 6, we held a "photo training session" at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic, inviting professional photographer Dr. Miki Kojima.

The Tokushinkai Group regularly holds this "photo training" course. Since intraoral photographs are used in dental treatment for examinations, diagnoses, follow-up observations, and explanations to patients, we have set up training sessions like this one where we are instructed by professional photographers.

In the first half of the training, participants confirmed the changes in photos caused by various settings such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, and white balance by taking pictures of simple subjects such as plastic bottles. In the second half, participants practiced taking intraoral photographs, which was a time to apply what they learned to improve their practical skills.

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to enable patients to undergo treatment with peace of mind through more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2022, 6

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On April 2022, 6, we held a training session for new staff in the Tokyo area at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

Starting last week, the second training session in each region has been held, starting with Niigata Prefecture. On this day, the training was held in Tokyo. In addition to the activity of role-playing and mutual evaluation of hospitality, we reviewed honorific language. We reaffirmed the correct use of language, focusing on honorific and humble language, which are often mistaken.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 6

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, the Greater East Asia WarHe spoke about the Tokyo Trials.

The trial was conducted under overwhelmingly unfavorable circumstances, with all 11 judges being on the side of the victorious nations, and all involved, including the presiding judge, now acknowledge that "the trial was wrong." They explained why such a trial was conducted and lamented the many victims who were found to be war criminals and executed at the end of the trial.

Following on from his previous lecture on the attack on Pearl Harbor, Professor Fukaya lamented the masochistic view of history that has been instilled in the Japanese people through their wartime history. At the end of his lecture, he emphasized once again that "Japan should contribute to world peace with pride and confidence," concluding the Onkochishinjuku.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2022, 6

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On June 6th, a hands-on training session led by Dr. Junji Tagami was held at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture.

Our group regularly holds training sessions taught by Dr. Tagami, who has been a world leader in the field of conservative dental treatment for many years.
As the director of our group's Quartz Dental Clinic, Dr. Tagami is dedicated to clinical work and staff training, mainly at our group's clinics in Tokyo.
On this day, staff from the Sendai area gave a lecture on the procedure.

The treatment method used in the hands-on training was called direct bonding. This is a treatment method that strongly bonds a composite material (composite resin) made of 80-90% ceramic particles solidified with resin to the tooth to restore the missing part. This allows for high-precision caries treatment and aesthetic treatment while minimizing the burden on the body, such as grinding the teeth.

We were shown this cutting-edge technology in action up close and with explanations, and then we had a practical session with a model.
Even for the staff who regularly attend Dr. Tagami's lectures via web conferencing system, the opportunity to learn the techniques up close was a valuable one, making the training extremely meaningful.

Our group will continue to hold practical training sessions across the country taught by experts in various fields, striving to provide a high level of medical care regardless of area.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2022, 6

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On June 2022, 6, we held a training session for new staff in the Niigata area at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.
This was the second time this year that the seminar was held in the Niigata area, and participants participated in a role-playing session on how to treat patients, which was then videotaped and evaluated by each other. It was a valuable opportunity to confirm how they were perceived by patients in the approximately two and a half months since they joined the company, and to use this opportunity to improve themselves in the future.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2022, 5

Venue: Kasuga Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On May 2022, 5, we held a training session for new staff in the Fukuoka area at Kasuga Dental Clinic.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.
Following Niigata, Tokyo and Sendai, this time the event was aimed at local staff in Fukuoka, starting with gaining a deeper understanding of Tokushinkai as an organisation, and then giving a deeper insight into appropriate communication and business etiquette for members of that organisation.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Miki Kojima

Date: September 2022, 5

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On May 2022, 5, we held a photography training session at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting professional photographer Dr. Kojima Miki.

The Tokushinkai Group regularly holds this "photo training" course. Since intraoral photographs are used in dental treatment for examinations, diagnoses, follow-up observations, and explanations to patients, we have set up training sessions like this one where we are instructed by professional photographers.

In the first half of the day, the participants learned basic camera knowledge such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, and white balance, and in the second half, they practiced taking intraoral photographs. Through the practice, they deepened their consideration through discussion about what kind of ingenuity is needed to take better intraoral photographs.

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to enable patients to undergo treatment with peace of mind through more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2022, 5

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On March 5rd, a lecture entitled "Mastering Adhesive Repair" by Professor Junji Tagami was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

Our group holds training sessions throughout the year led by Dr. Tagami, who has been a world leader in the field of conservative dental treatment for many years. This was the first time this year that the training was held in a lecture format, and he lectured on the basics of minimal intervention (MI).

MI is a dental treatment concept that "minimizes tooth grinding." This treatment method strongly bonds a composite material called composite resin to the tooth to repair missing parts, minimizing the amount of grinding required and enabling highly accurate caries treatment and aesthetic treatment. We were taught how to put this into practice, showing case photos and patient testimonials.

Through year-round training, we will continue to promote the MI concept of treatment that places less of a burden on patients.

Lecturer: Ritsuko Kawasaki

Date: September 2022, 5

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On May 2022, 5, we held a training session for dental hygienists at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting Dr. Ritsuko Kawasaki, who holds various hygienist certifications.

In this training, the participating dental hygienists were paired up and put into practice what they had learned in April while examining and treating each other. In an environment similar to that of an actual clinical setting, the hygienists received various advice from the teachers, and it was a fulfilling training session that can be applied to regular clinical practice. Through these learning opportunities, we will continue to work hard together as a team to create a dental clinic that patients will want to visit.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2022, 5

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On May 2022, 5, we held a training session for new staff in the Sendai area at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.
Following Niigata and Tokyo, this time the event was aimed at local staff in Sendai, starting with providing a deeper understanding of Tokushinkai as an organization, and then giving a deeper insight into appropriate communication and business etiquette for members of that organization.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 5

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

We held a seminar on learning from the past, led by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo branch of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, we were given a lecture on the historical background of the attack on Pearl Harbor.

The background to Japan's decision to attack Pearl Harbor was the so-called "Yellow Peril" theory, which was widespread among Western countries at the time, that posed a threat to the yellow race. Mr. Nakamura gave a detailed explanation of how the Yellow Peril theory, which arose as a sense of caution toward Japan, which had made its presence felt during the Sino-Japanese War and the Russo-Japanese War, spread throughout the international community and the impact it had on Japan.

This was an opportunity for the participants to learn about the background to the historical events that sparked the Greater East Asian War and to once again feel the importance of having a correct understanding of history.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2022, 4

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On April 2022, 4, we held a training session for new staff at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

The first meeting was held last week at the Niigata base, but this time it was held in Tokyo. The meeting started with gaining a deeper understanding of Tokushinkai as an organization, and participants deepened their understanding of appropriate communication and business etiquette as members of that organization.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2022, 4

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On April 2022, 4, we held a training session for new staff at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

This was the first session, and participants deepened their understanding by combining lectures and practical experience on topics such as the use of language to be careful of, techniques to promote communication, and how to make a good impression on others even when wearing a mask.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high standard of medical care regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Ritsuko Kawasaki

Date: September 2022, 4

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On May 2022, 4, we held a training session for dental hygienists at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting Dr. Ritsuko Kawasaki, who holds various hygienist certifications.

This training not only provided knowledge about periodontal disease, but also taught the importance of knowing the lifestyle habits and background that led patients to develop periodontal disease. Going forward, we will continue to value communication with patients more than ever before and strive to create a dental clinic that patients will want to visit.

Lecturer: Ryuichi Teshima

Date: September 2022, 4

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 4

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

Following on from last time, he gave a lecture on Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

This time, Professor Fukaya emphasized once again three points in common between Ukraine and Japan.
The first is that it has abandoned nuclear weapons, the second is that it has an "exclusively defensive" stance, and the third is that it is not a member of any military alliances.

Professor Fukaya repeatedly emphasized that in order to prevent the feared emergency from occurring, we have reached a stage where we must find answers through "serious and concrete discussions" about how to deal with these systems, including the option of reviewing them.

This was an opportunity for us to once again consider in depth what it means to protect our own country.

Lecturer: Tomomi Fukaya

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On April 4th, we held a "Welfare Ability Certification Lecture" at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, inviting Ms. Tomomi Fukaya, Deputy Director of the Management Control Headquarters of Challenged Japan, as the lecturer.

The Welfare Ability Test is a test administered by the National Welfare Ability Test Association, run by Challenged Japan Co., Ltd., and its purpose is to deepen understanding of those who have become socially vulnerable, such as the elderly and people with disabilities.

In order to ensure that patients with physical or cognitive challenges can visit our clinic comfortably, our group has staff attend this lecture and take the certification exam every year, and then work to apply the knowledge they learn to their daily medical practice.

On this day, we were introduced to the word "normalization" as a philosophy of welfare. Normalization is the idea of ​​accepting people as equals, even if they have disabilities, and striving to make their living conditions the same as normal living conditions. We gained a deeper understanding of the various barriers that must be faced in order to realize this.

Our group will continue to make such efforts in the future, striving to further improve our hospitality.

Instructor/Senior employee

Date: April 2022st and 4nd, 1

Category/Management Skills

On April 4st and 1nd, we held an orientation for new employees in each area of ​​the group.

This spring, the Tokushinkai Group welcomed 86 new employees, including dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants/receptionists, and dental technicians.

The two-day orientation, centered around lectures by senior employees, was packed with content, including a section where participants listened to a lecture by Tokushinkai Group Chairman Matsumura to deepen their understanding of the organization, and a group work section where they exchanged opinions with their peers from all over the country using a web conferencing system.

The two days were a time when each participant was conscious of their responsibilities as a member of the Group, as a member of society, and as a medical professional, and it was a time when everyone, including the senior employees who supervised them, was given a renewed sense of purpose.

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to contribute to the development of local communities and the industry through the development of medical personnel who will lead the times.

Date: September 2022, 4

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Human skills

On April 2022, 4, induction ceremonies were held at each regional branch of the Tokushinkai Group.

This year, the Tokushinkai Group welcomed 86 new employees, including dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants/receptionists, and dental technicians.

On the day, Tokushinkai Group Representative Matsumura gave a lecture to staff from all over the country via a web conferencing system.
The new recruits were given words of encouragement, including the expectation that they would grow into members of society, staff members with the "attitude" and "way of thinking" required to work for the Tokushinkai Group, and staff members who have the "pride" that is the Tokushinkai Group's corporate philosophy.
Our senior staff will provide guidance to help new staff deepen their understanding of our group and contribute to patients.

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to contribute to the development of local communities and the industry through the development of medical personnel who will lead the times.

Various training sessions were held in March 2022. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Naoki Hayashi

Date: September 2022, 3

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F, Dental Laboratory "World Lab"

Category/Global Skills

On March 3th, Naoki Hayashi, the representative of Ultimate Styles Dental Laboratory, a dental laboratory of the Tokushinkai Group based in the US, gave a lecture to staff in Japan.

He spoke in detail about his life as a dental technician, from the hardships he faced during his early days, to his meeting with our group's representative, Mr. Matsumura, the many shocking experiences he had when he moved to the United States, and his current success.

Naoki Hayashi talked about the many encounters that influenced his current style, including his mentor from his time in Japan who drilled into him the stoicism required of a dental technician, and the sensational presentations he received from technicians active at the forefront of the world.

Finally, a video was shown that compiled over 100 hours of case studies into one video. The approximately 1-minute video condensed 15 hours of professional work that goes into making patients smile.

After the lecture, a hands-on workshop was held at the group's dental laboratory, "World Lab," where dental technicians working in Japan got to see the world's best techniques up close. Each question from the participants was answered carefully, and first-class techniques were passed on to the young people who will lead the future.

Our group will continue to strive to develop human resources who can play an active role on the global stage by providing training from first-class instructors and educating our staff on a daily basis.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 3

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, we were given a lecture on Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

In light of this series of problems, Professor Fukaya stated that the thing we should be most concerned about is the breach of the Budapest Memorandum. The Budapest Memorandum was a promise by the United States, the United Kingdom, and Russia to provide security for Ukraine on the condition that Ukraine abandon the nuclear weapons it possessed at the time of the collapse of the Soviet Union. He sounded the alarm that we must take into consideration the possibility that such security arrangements could be breached in discussions on Article 9 of the Constitution and other issues.

He also praised President Zelenskyy for remaining in Ukraine despite threats to his life and continuing to fight without ever fleeing.

Professor Fukaya, who has been at the forefront of national politics, offered his unique perspective on the issues that are currently attracting the most attention in the world, and the Onkochishinjuku session provided an opportunity to deepen our consideration of how we should respond as Japanese people.

Various training sessions were held in March 2022. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2022, 2

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On February 2th, a lecture entitled "Mastering Adhesive Restorations" was given by Dr. Junji Tagami, Director of the Advanced Dentistry Center of our group, at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

From 1995 until March of last year, Dr. Junji Tagami served as a professor at the Department of Conservative Dentistry (currently the Division of Caries Control) at the Faculty of Dentistry of Tokyo Medical and Dental University, specializing in conservative dental treatment, and has successively served as Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, university trustee, and vice president.

He retired from Tokyo Medical and Dental University in March of last year, and since April has been serving as Director of the Tokushinkai Group's Advanced Dentistry Center, where he provides medical care at the clinic and supervises the group's dentists.

This training, which is held throughout the year, covers a treatment method called direct bonding. It is a treatment method that strongly bonds a composite material (composite resin) made of 80-90% ceramic particles solidified with resin to the tooth to repair missing parts. This allows for high-precision caries treatment and aesthetic treatment while minimizing the burden on the body, such as grinding the teeth.

On this day, he talked about treatments that use composite resin to improve the shape and alignment of teeth, including actual case studies. He introduced cases where patients achieved beautiful alignment in a shorter period of time than with orthodontic treatment alone by combining direct bonding with orthodontic treatment. He also showed the ease of maintenance and restoration, as well as the good prognosis, of direct bonding treatment, based on numerous case studies and data.

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields, and strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide a high level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 2

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

As in the previous event, the venue was divided into two floors as a COVID-19 countermeasure and social distancing was ensured.

On this day, we looked back on the achievements and personality of Shintaro Ishihara, who passed away on February 2st.

During his lifetime, Shintaro himself said, "When I die, everything will be boring," and Professor Fukaya says that this has truly come true. Shintaro wrote a book called "Genius" about Kakuei Tanaka, and in Professor Fukaya's eyes, Shintaro is the "genius."

The Onkochishinjuku class was a time when students mourned the passing of this "genius" who had many accomplishments, including suspending budgets for Korean schools that teach anti-Japanese education, efforts to purchase the Senkaku Islands, regulating diesel exhaust, hosting the Tokyo Marathon, and hosting the Tokyo Olympics. He was not only a governor of Tokyo with many accomplishments, but also an Akutagawa Prize-winning author and essayist.

Various training sessions were held in March 2022. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2022, 1

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On February 1th, a lecture entitled "Mastering Adhesive Restorations" was given by Dr. Junji Tagami, Director of the Advanced Dentistry Center of our group, at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

From 1995 until March of last year, Dr. Junji Tagami served as a professor at the Department of Conservative Dentistry (currently the Division of Caries Control) at the Faculty of Dentistry of Tokyo Medical and Dental University, specializing in conservative dental treatment, and has successively served as Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, university trustee, and vice president.

He retired from Tokyo Medical and Dental University in March of last year, and since April has been serving as Director of the Tokushinkai Group's Advanced Dentistry Center, where he provides medical care at the clinic and supervises the group's dentists.

This training, which is held throughout the year, covers a treatment method called direct bonding. It is a treatment method that strongly bonds a composite material (composite resin) made of 80-90% ceramic particles solidified with resin to the tooth to repair missing parts. This allows for high-precision caries treatment and aesthetic treatment while minimizing the burden on the body, such as grinding the teeth.

On this day, the lecture focused on aesthetic treatment (veneer and manicure), which involves attaching a thin layer of composite resin to the surface of the teeth to adjust the color and shape of the teeth. In addition to introducing suitable materials and showing actual cases, the lecturer reiterated the importance of promoting a treatment concept that avoids grinding down teeth as much as possible.

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields, and strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide a high level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 1

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

This was the first of the year for Onkochishinjuku, now in its seventh term, and as with last year, the venue was split onto two floors and social distancing was ensured as a COVID-7 countermeasure.

This time, Professor Fukaya and our group representative, Matsumura, introduced us to several poems by Professor Sakamura Shinmin, who is an admirer of both, and we were reminded that the name of the school, "Onko Chishin" (Learning from the past to find new things), is a line from Confucius' "Analects." We were told that the reason why Japanese people have cultivated such a strong sense of morality is because of the history of Japan adopting and developing the "Analects," which could be considered the national religion of China, in a Japanese way.

He also mentioned that the opportunity to start the school came when he met Matsumura, the representative of our group, by chance while watching sumo wrestling, and reiterated the importance of encounters and connections between people.

This term, too, I hope to learn many things through the Onkochishin Juku, and to gain the knowledge to navigate through these difficult times, as well as to strengthen the bonds between students as colleagues who will lead the next generation together.

Lecturer: Tomomi Fukaya

Date: September 2022, 1

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On January 1th, we held a "Welfare Ability Certification Lecture" at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, inviting Ms. Tomomi Fukaya, Deputy Director of the Management Control Headquarters of Challenged Japan, as the lecturer.

The Welfare Ability Test is a test administered by the National Welfare Ability Test Association, run by Challenged Japan Co., Ltd., and its purpose is to deepen understanding of those who have become socially vulnerable, such as the elderly and people with disabilities.

In order to ensure that patients with physical or cognitive challenges can visit our clinic comfortably, our group has staff attend this lecture and take the certification exam every year, and then work to apply the knowledge they learn to their daily medical practice.

On this day, the participants learned about the symptoms of "higher brain dysfunction" caused by brain damage due to illness or accidents, as well as the legal system and issues surrounding "incurable diseases" such as Parkinson's disease and ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). Through problem exercises, the participants deepened their understanding of common misunderstandings about these disorders and diseases, and how people around them should interact with them.

Our group will continue to make such efforts in the future, striving to further improve our hospitality.

Various training sessions were held in March 2021. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2021, 12

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On December 12rd, a case study session was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower by Dr. Junji Tagami, Director of our group's Center for Advanced Dentistry.

From 1995 until March of this year, Dr. Junji Tagami served as a professor at the Department of Conservative Dentistry (currently the Division of Caries Control) at the Faculty of Dentistry of Tokyo Medical and Dental University, specializing in conservative dental treatment, and has successively served as Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, university trustee, and vice president.

He retired from Tokyo Medical and Dental University in March of this year, and since April has been serving as Director of the Tokushinkai Group's Advanced Dentistry Center, where he provides medical care at the clinic and supervises the group's dentists.

On this day, a case study session was held using a web conferencing system, in which one dentist each from Niigata, Sendai, Tokyo, and Fukuoka presented cases they had encountered in their daily clinical practice, including their thoughts on them, and then received commentary from Dr. Tagami.

The presentations mainly covered cases of tooth restorative treatment using composite resin, a dental material that is Dr. Tagami's specialty, and his comments after the presentations provided valuable opinions and advice for the participants. In addition, all participants reconsidered the concept of "caries," which is important in promoting the concept of "minimal intervention (MI)," which involves cutting as little tooth grinding as possible.

Our group will hold regular training sessions led by Dr. Tagami throughout the year. Through such continuous efforts, we will strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide the highest level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 12

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The final Onkochishinjuku seminar of this term was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo LDP Branch, Takashi Fukaya. As with the previous seminar, the seminar was held at a physical venue with thorough infection control measures.

To conclude this term, we have been asked to share two quotes from classical Chinese texts.

1. "After learning, one realizes one's shortcomings; after teaching, one realizes one's suffering."
→The more you learn, the more you realize what you are lacking, and "teaching" and "learning" enhance each other's effectiveness.

2. "Nothing is too far away, and there is wind and frost in the outskirts."
→ Once we meet and deepen our bond, there is no distinction between near and far. No matter how fierce the winds blow or how hard the frost, we will watch over you from wherever you are.

The farewell speech was the words "Nothing is too far away, and winds and frost may blow in the distance," and at the end, each student was presented with a graduation certificate.

This term, too, we were given a great deal of humorous instruction through history and current affairs, providing us with the knowledge we need to get through these difficult times, making it a very fruitful Onkochishinjuku session.


The Onkochishinjuku will be held for the 7th term next year, with a total of 1 sessions scheduled for the third Monday of every month (3:18-30:19) starting in January. If you are interested, please feel free to contact us using the details below.

Lecturer: Tomomi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 12

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On January 12th, we held a "Welfare Ability Certification Lecture" at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, inviting Ms. Tomomi Fukaya, Deputy Director of the Management Control Headquarters of Challenged Japan, as the lecturer.

The Welfare Ability Test is a test administered by the National Welfare Ability Test Association, run by Challenged Japan Co., Ltd., and its purpose is to deepen understanding of those who have become socially vulnerable, such as the elderly and people with disabilities.

In order to ensure that patients with physical or cognitive challenges can visit our clinic comfortably, our group has staff attend this lecture and take the certification exam every year, and then work to apply the knowledge they learn to their daily medical practice.

On this day, participants gained a deeper understanding of the symptoms and cognitive characteristics of mental and developmental disorders, as well as how people around them should interact with them. They were given examples of famous people with disabilities, which helped participants realize how familiar disabilities are with them, and learned the importance of supporting them so that they can play an active role in society through appropriate interaction.

Our group will continue to make such efforts in the future, striving to further improve our hospitality.

Various training sessions were held in March 2021. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2021, 11

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On November 11th, a lecture entitled "Promoting Whitening" was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower by Dr. Junji Tagami, Director of our group's Advanced Dentistry Center.

From 1995 until March of this year, Dr. Junji Tagami served as a professor at the Department of Conservative Dentistry (currently the Division of Caries Control) at the Faculty of Dentistry of Tokyo Medical and Dental University, specializing in conservative dental treatment, and has successively served as Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, university trustee, and vice president.

He retired from Tokyo Medical and Dental University in March of this year, and since April has been serving as Director of the Tokushinkai Group's Advanced Dentistry Center, where he provides medical care at the clinic and supervises the group's dentists.

On this day, Dr. Tagami, who previously served as president of the Japanese Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, gave a lecture on promoting whitening, which is also expected to improve the oral environment.

He talked about the differences between over-the-counter whitening products and whitening done at a dental clinic, the mechanism of tooth hypersensitivity that occurs as a side effect and how to suppress it, and the new home whitening product "Opal Essence Go" that can be started on the same day without taking impressions.

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields, and strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide a high level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 11

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

Former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo LDP, Takashi Fukaya, held the 11th Onkochishinjuku seminar. Following on from the previous seminar, the seminar was held at a physical venue with thorough measures in place to prevent infection.

This time, Professor Fukaya, who has been active in politics, spoke about what went on behind the scenes of the first House of Representatives election since the Kishida administration took office, from his unique perspective.

In response to the recent spate of election defeats and problematic behavior among so-called "big name" politicians, we were introduced to the words of Laozi, "To retire after achievement is the way of heaven" (if you are successful, you should not stay in that position forever, but rather retire at a good time, which is the way of life that is in line with the way of heaven).

On the other hand, he sent words of encouragement and expectations to the second Kishida Cabinet, which has just been launched after the snap general election. Once again, this was a session that enriched my perspective on politics and elections.

Various training sessions were held in March 2021. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2021, 10

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On February 10th, a lecture entitled "Mastering Adhesive Restorations" was given by Dr. Junji Tagami, Director of the Advanced Dentistry Center of our group, at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

From 1995 until March of this year, Dr. Junji Tagami served as a professor at the Department of Conservative Dentistry (currently the Division of Caries Control) at the Faculty of Dentistry of Tokyo Medical and Dental University, specializing in conservative dental treatment, and has successively served as Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, university trustee, and vice president.

He retired from Tokyo Medical and Dental University in March of this year, and since April has been serving as Director of the Tokushinkai Group's Advanced Dentistry Center, where he provides medical care at the clinic and supervises the group's dentists.

This training, which is held throughout the year, covers a treatment method called direct bonding. It is a treatment method that strongly bonds a composite material (composite resin) made of 80-90% ceramic particles solidified with resin to the tooth to repair missing parts. This allows for high-precision caries treatment and aesthetic treatment while minimizing the burden on the body, such as grinding the teeth.

On this day, we had a lecture on class 3 and class 4 restorations (both of which are restorations for the front teeth that are in contact with the adjacent teeth). We were given a lesson on the methodology for matching the color tone of the restoration to the surrounding area, using actual cases.

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields, and strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide a high level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 10

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

Former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo LDP, Takashi Fukaya, held the 10th Onkochishinjuku. This was the first time in four months since June this year that the seminar participants gathered at the venue.

The first topic was about the COVID-19 vaccination and infection situation in each country. Although the number of infections is decreasing worldwide, students were urged to continue to be vigilant against a rebound and to take thorough measures against infection.

Next, Professor Fukaya introduced the recently inaugurated new Prime Minister, Kishida, from his unique perspective as a man who has been active in the political world. He shared many valuable stories about the Prime Minister's background, career, and personality, and we gained a deeper understanding of the new leader.

Through discussions of the decline in the number of infected people and the birth of a new prime minister, this Onkochishinjuku session allowed us to learn from Professor Fukaya's perspective on things at a time when the world is undergoing major changes.

Various training sessions were held in March 2021. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Miki Kojima

Date: September 2021, 9

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On September 9th, we invited professional photographer Miki Kojima to Tokushinkai Quartz Tower to hold a photo training session.

The Tokushinkai Group regularly holds this "photo training" course. Since intraoral photographs are used in dental treatment for examinations, diagnoses, follow-up observations, and explanations to patients, we have set up training sessions like this one where we are instructed by professional photographers.

On this day, participants gained a deeper understanding of the differences in settings such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, and white balance through lectures and photographing a variety of subjects.

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to enable patients to undergo treatment with peace of mind through more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Lecturer: Mayumi Kawamoto

Date: September 2021, 9

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On September 9th, we held a "communication training session" at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic in Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture, inviting communication and etiquette instructors Tomoko Matsuo and Mayumi Kawamoto.

The Tokushinkai Group holds this training on a regular basis, providing an opportunity for doctors to review how they communicate with patients on a daily basis.

On this day, we thought deeply about how to respond when trouble occurs and how to prevent it from happening in the first place. We learned the importance of trying to understand the other person's feelings and having a sensitive sensibility to take into consideration every word used.

Our group will continue to make such efforts in the future, striving to ensure that patients can visit all of our clinics across the country comfortably.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 9

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The ninth Onkochishinjuku lecture by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya, was held in a recorded format.

On this day, he began by talking about the recently concluded Paralympics. He reflected on how he was deeply moved by the athletes' performances and felt that there was limitless potential, based on the wonderful philosophy of "Don't count what you've lost. Make the most of what remains."

Next, he spoke about the LDP presidential election. From his perspective as someone who actually knows the candidates, Professor Fukaya spoke about the characteristics of each candidate, from the honest and well-mannered Kishida, to the clear-sighted and fluent Takaichi, to the progressive Kono, who is known for his use of social media.

Finally, following on from the last session, Professor Fukaya spoke about his path to becoming a politician. Looking back on his first election as a member of the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly with a massive 2 votes, and his first election as an independent member of the House of Representatives after leaving the Nakasone faction, he expressed his gratitude to his family, his seniors, and his supporters, who have always supported him.

Onkochishin Juku has always placed great importance on "encounters" from the very beginning, and on this day the students once again felt the importance of connections between people.

Various training sessions were held in March 2021. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2021, 8

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On February 8th, a lecture entitled "Mastering Adhesive Restorations" was given by Dr. Junji Tagami, Director of the Advanced Dentistry Center of our group, at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

From 1995 until March of this year, Dr. Junji Tagami served as a professor at the Department of Conservative Dentistry (currently the Division of Caries Control) at the Faculty of Dentistry of Tokyo Medical and Dental University, specializing in conservative dental treatment, and has successively served as Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, university trustee, and vice president.

He retired from Tokyo Medical and Dental University in March of this year, and since April has been serving as Director of the Tokushinkai Group's Advanced Dentistry Center, where he provides medical care at the clinic and supervises the group's dentists.

This training, which is held throughout the year, covers a treatment method called direct bonding. It is a treatment method that strongly bonds a composite material (composite resin) made of 80-90% ceramic particles solidified with resin to the tooth to repair missing parts. This allows for high-precision caries treatment and aesthetic treatment while minimizing the burden on the body, such as grinding the teeth.

On this day, the professor gave a lecture on the methodology of Class 2 restoration (repairing caries including the adjacent surfaces of adjacent teeth with composite resin). He also taught us the key points of light irradiation (the process to harden the material), including points to note when working with dental assistants, and mentioned how to ease the burden on patients when treatment is prolonged, making this training directly relevant to clinical practice.

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields, and strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide a high level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 8

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The ninth Onkochishinjuku lecture by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya, was held in a recorded format.

On this day, Professor Fukaya spoke about his path to becoming a politician. This topic is the subject of a request for Professor Fukaya to write about in the next issue of the monthly magazine, after his serialization of his "Manchurian repatriation experience" received such a great response.

All of the information he shared was extremely valuable, ranging from stories about club activities in middle and high school, to his activities in the oratory club in college, to part-time jobs.

His greatest achievement as a student was organizing a memorial service for the students who died in the Greater East Asia War. This episode also shows how his war experience is the driving force behind his various activities.

The COVID-19 pandemic has sometimes been likened to wartime, but Professor Ikeda concluded his lecture by emphasizing that in the fight against COVID-19, "we must never give up, even if it seems uncertain whether it will ever end."

Just like the last time, this time too, the Onkochishinjuku was energized by the persuasive words of Professor Fukaya, who has experienced the brutal war and made extraordinary efforts.

Various training sessions were held in March 2021. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: GC Corporation

Instructor/Area Manager

Date: September 2021, 7

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On July 7th, a "New Employee Follow-up Training" was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

At the Tokushinkai Group, we hold regular follow-up training for new recruits and training to check their level of proficiency in their work over the course of their first year.

On this day, we conducted training for new employees in the Tokyo area.
In the first half, GC Corporation, a manufacturer and distributor of dental materials, came to the training center and provided training on how to handle impression materials (materials for taking dental impressions). In the second half, the area manager acted as the instructor and conducted activities to deepen understanding of the organization and practiced answering the phone, confirming proficiency in a wide range of areas.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high level of service regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2021, 7

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On February 7th, a lecture entitled "Mastering Adhesive Restorations" was given by Dr. Junji Tagami, Director of the Advanced Dentistry Center of our group, at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

From 1995 until March of this year, Dr. Junji Tagami served as a professor at the Department of Conservative Dentistry (currently the Division of Caries Control) at the Faculty of Dentistry of Tokyo Medical and Dental University, specializing in conservative dental treatment, and has successively served as Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, university trustee, and vice president.

He retired from Tokyo Medical and Dental University in March of this year, and since April has been serving as Director of the Tokushinkai Group's Advanced Dentistry Center, where he provides medical care at the clinic and supervises the group's dentists.

This training, which is held throughout the year, covers a treatment method called direct bonding. It is a treatment method that strongly bonds a composite material (composite resin) made of 80-90% ceramic particles solidified with resin to the tooth to repair missing parts. This allows for high-precision caries treatment and aesthetic treatment while minimizing the burden on the body, such as grinding the teeth.

On this day, we were taught the methodology for ensuring the adhesion of composite resin. We were taught how to choose the right material for the situation, and the important points in the process of light irradiation required for adhesion, using actual cases.

Our group will continue to hold regular training sessions taught by experts in various fields, and strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide a high level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 7

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The ninth Onkochishinjuku lecture by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya, was held in a recorded format.

Due to the fact that a state of emergency has been declared in Tokyo again, the event will once again be recorded and streamed online.

This time, Professor Fukaya talked about his own experience of repatriation from Manchuria.

Professor Fukaya moved to Dalian, China during his childhood due to his family's work, and spent the end of the war in Harbin, Manchuria. The stories he told of his experiences during the Soviet Union's involvement in the war against Japan, up until his evacuation, were brutal.

The journey from Harbin to Japan took 4 days, a journey that would normally take four days, traveling on a freight train on the continent and on former Japanese military ships across the Sea of ​​Japan, and both journeys were packed like sardines and with little food.

However, they all endured because of their love for their homeland, and when they finally reached Japan, they laid their cheeks on the ground and cried.

The patriotism he developed there, the warm welcome he received along the roads in Nagasaki when he landed, and the gratitude he felt for the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Repatriation Assistance Agency, which had made desperate efforts to make the repatriation, which he called "the shortest and largest ethnic migration in human history," became the driving force behind Professor Fukaya's career as a politician.

This was an opportunity for us to ask ourselves what "homeland" means to us and whether we are living our lives to the fullest in the present.

Various training sessions were held in March 2021. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2021, 6

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On December 6rd, a case study session was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower by Dr. Junji Tagami, Director of our group's Center for Advanced Dentistry.

From 1995 until March of this year, Dr. Junji Tagami served as a professor at the Department of Conservative Dentistry (currently the Division of Caries Control) at the Faculty of Dentistry of Tokyo Medical and Dental University, specializing in conservative dental treatment, and has successively served as Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, university trustee, and vice president.

He retired from Tokyo Medical and Dental University in March of this year, and since April has been serving as Director of the Tokushinkai Group's Advanced Dentistry Center, where he provides medical care at the clinic and supervises the group's dentists.

On this day, a case study session was held using a web conferencing system, in which one dentist each from Niigata, Sendai, Tokyo, and Osaka presented cases they had encountered in their daily clinical practice, including their thoughts on them, and then received commentary from Dr. Tagami.

The presentation was about a case of tooth restorative treatment using composite resin, a dental material that is Dr. Tagami's specialty, and his comments after the presentation were very valuable opinions and advice for the participants. There was also lively Q&A with other participants, making it a very meaningful case study session.

Our group will hold regular training sessions led by Dr. Tagami throughout the year. Through such continuous efforts, we will strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide the highest level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 6

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The sixth Onkochishin Juku seminar of this term was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

For a long time, the event had been held in a recorded format, but on this day, the students were finally able to gather in person. This was the first time in about six months since December last year that the event was held in person, and the first time this season.

As in last year, the venue was divided into two floors and social distancing was ensured.

In the first half of the lecture, Professor Fukaya shared his opinions on the trends of various people and things during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the debate over the holding of the Olympics. In the second half, he delved deeper into the Greater East Asia War, which he had been talking about online so far this term, starting with the circumstances that led to the outbreak of the war.

He spoke poignantly about historical facts that must never be repeated, such as the existence of the "Yellow Peril" theory, a theory of a threat to the yellow race in white countries, and the background to the dropping of the atomic bomb, which took the lives of many non-combatants.

Once again, this was a chance for us as Japanese people to learn more about the history we need to know in order to look to the future in a positive way.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2020, 6

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On June 6th, we held a "New Staff Training" session at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, inviting communication and etiquette instructor Ms. Tomoko Matsuo as the lecturer.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

This was the second time this year the course was held in the Tokyo area, and participants participated in a role-playing session on how to treat patients, which was then videotaped and evaluated by each other. It was a valuable opportunity to see how patients perceived them in the approximately two and a half months since they joined the company, and to use this opportunity to improve themselves in the future.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high level of service regardless of area or staff experience.

Various training sessions were held in March 2021. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Lecturer: Mayumi Kawamoto

Date: September 2021, 5

Venue: Kasuga Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On May 5th, we held a "New Staff Training" session in Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture, inviting communication and etiquette instructor Tomoko Matsuo as the lecturer.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

This was the first time the program was held in the Fukuoka area this year, and participants were given activities to improve their basic working skills in many ways, including communication skills such as careful use of language, how to speak clearly, and how to listen in a way that conveys sincerity, as well as self-understanding as members of society and organizations.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high level of service regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2021, 5

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On February 5th, a lecture entitled "Mastering Adhesive Restorations" was given by Dr. Junji Tagami, Director of the Advanced Dentistry Center of our group, at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower.

From 1995 until March of this year, Dr. Junji Tagami served as a professor at the Department of Conservative Dentistry (currently the Division of Caries Control) at the Faculty of Dentistry of Tokyo Medical and Dental University, specializing in conservative dental treatment, and has successively served as Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, university trustee, and vice president.

He retired from Tokyo Medical and Dental University in March of this year, and since April has been serving as Director of the Tokushinkai Group's Advanced Dentistry Center, where he provides medical care at the clinic and supervises the group's dentists.

On this day, the lecture was on the theme of "Painless Caries Removal." He introduced knowledge and research papers on how to achieve painless treatment by minimizing the amount of tooth removal required during caries (cavities) treatment.

The lecture was delivered to locations across the country using a web conferencing system, and after the lecture there was an active question and answer session across regions.

Our group will hold regular training sessions led by Dr. Tagami throughout the year. Through such continuous efforts, we will strive to introduce cutting-edge treatment techniques and provide the highest level of medical care.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 5

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The fifth Onkochishinjuku lecture of this term was held in a recorded format by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

Due to the fact that a state of emergency has been declared in Tokyo again, the event will once again be recorded and streamed online.

In the first half of the lecture, he spoke about recent trends surrounding COVID-19. He expressed concern about young people drinking on the streets, confusion surrounding vaccinations, and thoughtless behavior by people in positions of authority.

In the second half of the lecture, he introduced how, in response to the growing problem of hate crimes, Japan proposed the abolition of racial discrimination at the Paris Peace Conference after World War I. He described the fact that Japan made such a claim on the international stage as "a groundbreaking event in the history of mankind."

With these powerful words, he concluded his lecture, "If we are such wonderful Japanese people, I'm sure we can overcome this difficult situation." This year, the Onkochishin Juku was a source of encouragement for students who have yet to meet in person.

Instructor/Area Manager

Date: September 2021, 5

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On May 5th, we held a training session for new staff at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture.

At the Tokushinkai Group, we hold regular follow-up training for new recruits and training to check their level of proficiency in their work over the course of their first year.

On this day, the group's Miyagi Prefecture area manager acted as lecturer and reviewed grooming, language, cleaning within the clinic, and environmental maintenance. He also gave a lecture on how to proceed with treatment and provided repeated practice of the steps in treatment that require skill.

Now that a month has passed since they joined the company, all the participants were able to renew their resolve by checking their current progress towards their goals.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high level of service regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Tomomi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 5

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On January 5th, we held a "Welfare Ability Certification Lecture" at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, inviting Ms. Tomomi Fukaya, Deputy Director of the Management Control Headquarters of Challenged Japan, as the lecturer.

The Welfare Ability Test is a test administered by the National Welfare Ability Test Association, run by Challenged Japan Co., Ltd., and its purpose is to deepen understanding of those who have become socially vulnerable, such as the elderly and people with disabilities.

In order to ensure that patients with physical or cognitive challenges can visit our clinic comfortably, our group has staff attend this lecture and take the certification exam every year, and then work to apply the knowledge they learn to their daily medical practice.

On this day, we learned about the idea of ​​"normalization" by Bank-Mikkelsen, who was involved in supporting people with disabilities as an administrative officer in Denmark. He introduced it as one of the ideal forms of support for people with disabilities, and we gained a deeper understanding of the various barriers that must be faced in order to realize this.

Our group will continue to make such efforts in the future, striving to further improve our hospitality.

Various training sessions were held in March 2021. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2021, 4

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On June 4th, we held a "New Staff Training" session at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, inviting communication and etiquette instructor Ms. Tomoko Matsuo as the lecturer.

The purpose of this training is to enable first-year staff who joined the company in April to learn the proper customer service practices and behavior required for working adults, and it is held regularly throughout the year.

This was the first session, and participants deepened their understanding by combining lectures and practical experience on topics such as the use of language to be careful of, techniques to promote communication, and how to make a good impression on others even when wearing a mask.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high level of service regardless of area or staff experience.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 4

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The fourth Onkochishinjuku lecture of this term was held in a recorded format by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

In response to the application of "priority measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19" in Tokyo, the event was once again recorded and streamed.

On this day, we had a lecture on the events leading up to the outbreak of the Greater East Asia War, which has been a topic of discussion several times. We were introduced to the fact that in the first stage, the First Sino-Japanese War, the Japanese military's deep sense of beauty and tolerance, which did not involve plundering or rape, surprised the white military observers.

So far this term we have not been able to gather all the students in person, but with each passing session the students' understanding of history and the greatness of the Japanese people has deepened.

Date: September 2021, 4

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On January 4th, we held a "Welfare Ability Certification Lecture" at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, inviting Ms. Tomomi Fukaya, Deputy Director of the Management Control Headquarters of Challenged Japan, as the lecturer.

The Welfare Ability Test is a test administered by the National Welfare Ability Test Association, run by Challenged Japan Co., Ltd., and its purpose is to deepen understanding of those who have become socially vulnerable, such as the elderly and people with disabilities.

In order to ensure that patients with physical or cognitive challenges can visit our clinic comfortably, our group has staff attend this lecture and take the certification exam every year, and then work to apply the knowledge they learn to their daily medical practice.

The theme of the day was "Understanding the Elderly," and participants learned about how to assist with meals and bathing, how to deal with consumer issues, and how an age-free society (a society in which people who want to work can work regardless of age) should be. They were able to deepen their understanding from multiple perspectives, not only from the perspective of the physical and cognitive functions of the elderly, but also from the perspective of the environment surrounding them.

Our group will continue to make such efforts in the future, striving to further improve our hospitality.

Instructor/Senior employee

Date: April 2021st and 4nd, 1

Location/Each area within the group

Category/Management Skills

On April 4st and 1nd, we held an orientation for new employees in each area of ​​the group.

This spring, the Tokushinkai Group welcomed 63 new employees, including dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants/receptionists, dental technicians and childcare workers.

During the two-day group training, senior employees acted as instructors and provided guidance on the mindset and basic knowledge required for work, as well as how to behave as a member of society. On the second day, the participants listened to a speech by Tokushinkai Group Chairman Matsumura, deepening their understanding of the group's philosophy and direction.

The two days were a time of renewed motivation for each participant, including the senior employees who supervised them, as they each became aware of their responsibilities as members of the Group, as members of society, and as medical professionals.

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to contribute to the development of local communities and the industry through the development of medical personnel who will lead the times.

Various training sessions were held in March 2021. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Miki Kojima

Date: September 2021, 3

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On September 3th, we invited professional photographer Miki Kojima to Tokushinkai Quartz Tower to hold a photo training session.

The Tokushinkai Group regularly holds this "photo training" course. Since intraoral photographs are used in dental treatment for examinations, diagnoses, follow-up observations, and explanations to patients, we have set up training sessions like this one where we are instructed by professional photographers.

In the first half of the lecture, the participants reviewed the various camera settings (exposure compensation, ISO sensitivity, shutter speed, aperture, etc.) that they had previously learned, and in the second half, they deepened their understanding through discussion by photographing dental models what kind of ingenuity is needed to take better intraoral photographs.

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to provide patients with more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations so that they can undergo treatment with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Norio Takagi

Date: September 2021, 3

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On March 3th, we invited Professor Norio Takagi from the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Niigata University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences to our Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic to give a lecture on the topic of "Considering dental infection control measures during the COVID-17 pandemic."

We divided the causes of infectious diseases into several components and reaffirmed how the everyday measures we take affect them and in what ways. We also reaffirmed the "standard precautions," which serve as guidelines for infectious disease control in medical settings.

At the Tokushinkai Group, we are constantly working on thorough infection control to prevent any in-hospital infections of the new coronavirus among patients or staff.

We will continue to keep in mind the information you have shared with us today and take our daily infection control measures even more seriously so that patients can visit our hospital with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 3

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The third Onkochishinjuku lecture of this term was held in a recorded format by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

Due to the continued state of emergency due to the spread of COVID-19, this event will be recorded and streamed, just like the first and second events.

On this day, the lecture focused on the Tokyo Trials, including what kind of people were involved, how they were conducted, and how experts from various countries have viewed them.

Now, the US government and military leaders of that time have also rejected the Tokyo Trials, and Japan is expected to play a role in contributing to world peace with pride and confidence.

By gaining a correct and in-depth understanding of history, the Onkochishinjuku program helped participants to reaffirm the role Japan should play in the international community.

Various training sessions were held in March 2021. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Hiromasa Yoshie

Date: September 2021, 2

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On February 2th, a periodontal treatment seminar was held at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, led by Professor Hiromasa Yoshie, Emeritus Professor of Niigata University.

This training is held twice a month for young dentists belonging to our group's clinics in Niigata Prefecture. The purpose of this year-round program is to improve knowledge and skills in periodontal treatment, which is Dr. Yoshie's specialty.

On this day, a lecture was held to review periodontal abscesses (a disease in which pus accumulates in the gums, causing swelling and pain) and their treatment, followed by a question and answer session in which the participants discussed the treatment of patients they had actually seen.

Our group also invites local specialists from areas outside of Niigata Prefecture to help with the education, training and treatment of young dentists.

Under this educational system, we will continue to strive to provide high-quality medical care to patients, regardless of area or the career of the doctor in charge.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 2

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The second Onkochishinjuku lecture of this term was held in a recorded format by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

In response to the state of emergency declared in response to the spread of COVID-19, the first and second sessions of this term's Onkochishinjuku will be recorded and streamed online to deliver to students.

On this day, we were given lectures on current issues both at home and abroad.

Regarding domestic topics, the Prime Minister mentioned the series of events surrounding the selection of the chairman of the Olympic Organizing Committee, and offered his support to Mr. Hashimoto, who is "picking up chestnuts from a fire."

Regarding overseas, he spoke about the influence of developed countries in the WHO, which is investigating the source of the COVID-19 outbreak and taking other measures, and the WTO, another international organization. He expressed his hope that Japan's voice and ability to convey information on the international stage will become even stronger in the future.

The "Five Pledges" that state the purpose of Onkochishinjuku include the declaration, "We will become leaders who support Japan." It was a great opportunity to confirm the current situation both at home and abroad, and to think deeply about the future prospects, with an eye on playing an active role in the international community.

Lecturer: Tomomi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 2

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On January 2th, we held a "Welfare Ability Certification Lecture" at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, inviting Ms. Tomomi Fukaya, Deputy Director of the Management Control Headquarters of Challenged Japan, as the lecturer.

The Welfare Ability Test is a test administered by the National Welfare Ability Test Association, run by Challenged Japan Co., Ltd., and its purpose is to deepen understanding of those who have become socially vulnerable, such as the elderly and people with disabilities.

In order to ensure that patients with physical or cognitive challenges can visit our clinic comfortably, our group has staff attend this lecture and take the certification exam every year, and then work to apply the knowledge they learn to their daily medical practice.

On this day, the nationwide bases were connected by a web conference system, and participants learned about the symptoms of developmental disorders and mental illnesses and how to deal with them while reading aloud from the text. They also had time for practice questions to check their comprehension and for Professor Fukaya to give a detailed explanation, deepening their understanding and solidifying their knowledge.

Our group will continue to make such efforts in the future, striving to further improve our hospitality.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2021, 2

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

A recorded version of the Onkochishinjuku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor to the Tokyo LDP Branch, Mr. Takashi Fukaya.

In response to the state of emergency declared in response to the spread of COVID-19, the first and second sessions of this term's Onkochishinjuku will be recorded and streamed online to deliver to students.

On this first day of the term, he once again spoke about the purpose of Onkochishin Juku. He explained that "Onkochishin" is a phrase from the Analects of Confucius, that the opportunity to start the school came from a chance encounter with Tokushinkai Group Chairman Matsumura while watching sumo, and that he wants Onkochishin Juku to be a school that cherishes the encounters and connections between people like this.

This term, we hope to learn many things through the Onkochishin Juku, and will arm ourselves with the strength to navigate through difficult times and strengthen the bonds we form among our fellow students as we lead the next generation together.

Various training sessions were held in March 2021. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Koichi Ito

Date: September 2021, 1

Venue: Wakabadai Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On January 1th, a periodontal treatment training seminar was held at Wakabadai Dental Clinic in Inagi City, Tokyo, led by Dr. Koichi Ito, a specialist and instructor at the Japanese Academy of Periodontology.

Our group holds this training every month for first-year dentists in the Tokyo area. The purpose of this year-round program is to improve knowledge and skills in periodontal treatment, which is Dr. Ito's specialty.

The training on this day was divided into three parts: lectures, practical training, and case studies.
In particular, case studies take advantage of the unique benefit of this training, which takes place throughout the year, and by observing and examining a single case over a long period of time, students are able to learn a lot each time and achieve better treatment.

Once again, the training was extremely productive, with the participating dentists engaging in fruitful discussions about their next treatment plans.

Our group will continue to strive to provide high-quality medical care through cooperation with experts in various fields and long-term training programs.

Various training sessions were held in March 2020. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2020, 12

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On June 12th, we held a "New Staff Training" session at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, inviting communication and etiquette instructor Ms. Tomoko Matsuo as the lecturer.

The purpose of this training is to enable new staff who have been with the company for a certain amount of time to identify any gaps between their current level and the ideal standards of customer service and language that they should aim for, as well as to follow up on what they have learned since joining the company.

On this day, we filmed each staff member's customer service behavior with a video camera and carried out an activity in which they objectively criticized their own and their colleagues' behavior. There are not many opportunities in daily life to observe one's own behavior, so we were able to learn and realize a great deal.

We also reviewed honorific language, focusing on honorific and humble language, which are often mistaken, and reaffirmed the correct usage of language.

Our group will continue to provide this type of training nationwide in the future, striving to provide a consistently high level of service regardless of area or staff length of service.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2020, 12

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The final Onkochishinjuku of the year was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

As a countermeasure against the coronavirus, the venue was divided into two floors and social distancing was ensured on this day.

In this final episode, we were introduced to various words that enrich life and education. In honor of the year that has passed in the blink of an eye, we were introduced to the traditional idiom "Ichi-sui no yume" (a dream of a single bite), and from the title of the monthly magazine serialization to be started next year by Professor Fukaya, named by our group representative Matsumura, we were introduced to the four-character idiom "Ichi-sui no yume" (one word, nine trips).

A fleeting dream: Life is short, and ups and downs are fleeting.
One Word, Nine Trials: Meaning to reassure and inspire others with words that touch their hearts.

Finally, Professor Fukaya spoke about the importance of having dreams and hobbies no matter how old you are in life, along with his motto, "The joy of living in pursuit of your dreams," and concluded this term's Onkochishin Juku.

After the lecture, a graduation ceremony was held and a representative student was presented with a certificate by Professor Fukaya.

This term, too, we were taught broad and rich knowledge through history and current affairs, with a touch of humor. Although the number of classes was fewer than usual due to the influence of the coronavirus, it was a very intensive Onkochishinjuku session.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Lecturer: Mayumi Kawamoto

Date: September 2020, 11

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On November 11th, we invited communication and etiquette instructors Tomoko Matsuo and Mayumi Kawamoto to the Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic in Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture, to hold a "Personal Grooming, Medical Record Disclosure, Telephone and Hospitality Contest."

Every six months, our group holds a contest in which staff members representing each region demonstrate their skills in personal grooming, explaining treatment to patients, answering the phone, and customer service, and are judged by Dr. Matsuo and Dr. Kawamoto.

Normally, this contest is held with staff from all over the country gathering at one venue, but this year, due to the spread of COVID-19, staff from far away were able to participate remotely.

The key point in this evaluation was whether the clinic was able to provide care that made patients smile and felt at ease, even when wearing a mask.

With wearing masks becoming the norm regardless of job type or situation, it was a good opportunity for staff in different areas to see how they interact with patients and be evaluated, which provided inspiration.

Our group will continue to make such efforts in the future, striving to ensure that patients can visit all of our clinics across the country comfortably.

Various training sessions were held in March 2020. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Junji Tagami

Date: September 2020, 11

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Technical Skills

On November 11th, we held a case study meeting at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, inviting Professor Junji Tagami, Executive Vice President of Tokyo Medical and Dental University.

The main focus of this training, which is held periodically, is a treatment method that fills the areas of teeth that have been ground down with dental plastic called composite resin (CR). This is an effective treatment method for restoring the function and natural appearance of teeth while minimizing the amount of grinding required.

On this day, one dentist each from Niigata, Miyagi, Tokyo, and Fukuoka presented cases that utilized the characteristics of CR. After each presentation, there was a Q&A session with the participants, after which Professor Tagami gave clear and detailed comments. In the second half of the event, there was also time for a lecture in which the dentists answered questions from young dentists that had been collected in advance.

Our group will continue to hold such training sessions on a regular basis in the future, and will actively strive to not only improve treatment techniques, but also to stimulate the exchange of opinions and information among dentists within the group.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2020, 11

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

As a countermeasure against the coronavirus, the venue was divided into two floors and social distancing was ensured on this day.

This time, we learned about the history and climate of each region while listening to Professor Fukaya share photos and stories from his trip around the Tohoku region.

First, he talked about the Shonai Domain School "Chidokan" in Yamagata Prefecture. He taught us about domain schools, terakoya schools, and the history of education in Japan from the start of the education system in 5 to the present day.
In the episode about Iwate Prefecture, he talked about his visit to the Miyazawa Kenji Memorial Museum. He explained the background of the famous poem "Ame ni mo Makezu" while showing us photos of the place.
Akita Prefecture is in a frenzy over the birth of Prime Minister Suga, who is from the prefecture, and Professor Fukaya spoke about Prime Minister Suga's perspective. Apparently, Prime Minister Suga commuted two hours to school during his high school days, and Professor Fukaya said, "Living in Akita is where his tenacity began."

We heard stories of their travels, visiting various regions and famous places and experiencing the history and culture of each place, making this a fulfilling and educational day at Onkochishinjuku.

Various training sessions were held in March 2020. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Lecturer: Mayumi Kawamoto

Date: September 2020, 10

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On October 10th, we held a communication training session at Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, inviting communication and etiquette instructors Tomoko Matsuo and Mayumi Kawamoto.

The Tokushinkai Group holds this training on a regular basis, providing an opportunity for doctors to review how they communicate with patients on a daily basis.

On this day, we were given a lecture on etiquette for smiling and conveying empathy even through a mask, as well as the importance of preparing in advance to welcome patients.

The participants also participated in role-playing sessions involving greetings and conversations, allowing them to think more deeply about how to communicate better from the perspectives of both the speaker and the receiver.

Our group will continue to make such efforts in the future, striving to ensure that patients can visit all of our clinics across the country comfortably.

Lecturer: Miki Kojima

Date: September 2020, 10

Venue: Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On October 10nd, we invited professional photographer Dr. Miki Kojima to Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture to hold a photo training session.

The Tokushinkai Group regularly holds this "photo training" course. Since intraoral photographs are used in dental treatment for examinations, diagnoses, follow-up observations, and explanations to patients, we have set up training sessions like this one where we are instructed by professional photographers.

On this day, participants utilized what they had learned in the previous training held in August to receive critiques on the photos they had taken as part of their assignments, as well as to take and critique photos of various subjects outdoors, once again deepening their understanding of various camera settings (shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, white balance).

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to provide patients with more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations so that they can undergo treatment with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2020, 10

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

As a countermeasure against the coronavirus, the venue was divided into two floors and social distancing was ensured on this day.

First, he talked about his memories of former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone, whose funeral was held recently. He talked about how while Nakasone was very considerate of Professor Fukaya during his time as a Diet member, there were also times when he rebelled against him, how Nakasone always encouraged him to read books, and how Nakasone always encouraged him to live his short life to the fullest, citing the haiku "Even as the night falls, the cicadas still sing as long as they can."

He also spoke about the new Prime Minister, Suga, who has just started his term, and expressed high expectations for his future progress.

Professor Fukaya has witnessed the lives of great people up close, and from his unique perspective, he provided many valuable pieces of wisdom and hints for the students who will be responsible for Japan's future.

Lecturer: Hiromasa Yoshie

Date: September 2020, 10

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On October 10th, a lecture on periodontal disease for dental assistants and dental receptionists was held at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic by Professor Hiromasa Yoshie, Emeritus Professor of Niigata University.

Our group regularly holds highly specialized training sessions on periodontal disease by Dr. Yoshie for dental assistants and dental receptionists who do not directly perform medical procedures.

On this day, he gave a lecture on mouthwash, which can be purchased at the reception desk. He introduced his own research evidence on its efficacy and effective usage, and explained that its prevalence in Japan is low compared to other countries, and expressed his opinion that recommends its use.

Our group will continue to deepen our learning in a wide range of fields, regardless of profession, and establish a strong collaborative system in order to provide patients with a high level of medical care.

Various training sessions were held in March 2020. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Professor Kenji Seo

Date: September 2020, 9

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On August 9th, we held an emergency resuscitation seminar at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting Professor Kenji Seo from the Department of Anesthesiology, School of Dentistry, Niigata University, as the lecturer.

The Tokushinkai Group holds this training session every year. Staff who do not perform medical procedures, such as receptionists and management staff, receive lectures and practical training on how to use AEDs and perform chest compressions, while dentists and dental hygienists receive more specialized treatment.

This year, in addition to the annual content, we were also given instruction on special responses that are necessary during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to thoroughly implement a system that enables each staff member to remain calm in emergencies and provide safe and secure medical care to patients.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Lecturer: Mayumi Kawamoto

Date: September 2020, 9

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On September 9th, we held a "communication training session" at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic in Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture, inviting communication and etiquette instructors Tomoko Matsuo and Mayumi Kawamoto.

The purpose of this training is to ensure that each staff member listens to patients' requests with empathy and responds sincerely to their requests.
On this day, we looked at our daily communication from the following perspectives:

・Five self-expression skills
Energy that attracts people
・Communication begins with listening
・Evaluation changes depending on "how you speak"
・The importance of greetings and saying something extra
・Warm words through the right brain
・Mouth opening and closing training
How to add intonation to words

The Tokushinkai Group regularly reviews its communication methods and strives to ensure that patients can visit all clinics across the country comfortably.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2020, 9

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

As a countermeasure against the coronavirus, the venue was divided into two floors and social distancing was ensured on this day.

This time, he gave a lecture on Prime Minister Abe's progress so far. He listed the accomplishments he has made during his term, the longest in the history of constitutional government, such as Abenomics, the passage of the National Referendum Act, the approval of the exercise of the right of collective self-defense, and his stance in the international community. He also expressed his intention to keep a close eye on the future of Prime Minister Suga, who has inherited Abe's will.

In particular, he emphasized the importance of diplomacy and praised the trust he has earned from leaders of various countries in the international community.

With Japan facing a major turning point, this Onkochishinjuku was an opportunity to reconsider the importance of having a perspective that goes beyond politics and asks us whether we can compete in the international community.

Various training sessions were held in March 2020. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Miki Kojima

Date: September 2020, 8

Venue: Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic

Category/Technical Skills

On October 8nd, we invited professional photographer Dr. Miki Kojima to Asuto Nagamachi Dental Clinic in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture to hold a photo training session.

The Tokushinkai Group regularly holds this "photo training" course. Since intraoral photographs are used in dental treatment for examinations, diagnoses, follow-up observations, and explanations to patients, we have set up training sessions like this one where we are instructed by professional photographers.

On this day, the participants gained a deeper understanding of the differences in settings such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity, and white balance by photographing a variety of subjects.

Our group will continue to hold training sessions like this to provide patients with more accurate examinations and diagnoses and satisfactory explanations so that they can undergo treatment with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Date: September 2020, 8

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower

Category/Technical Skills

On August 8th, we held a coaching training session at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, inviting communication and etiquette instructor Ms. Tomoko Matsuo as the lecturer.

"Coaching training" is training that teaches staff in leadership positions in the clinical department, dental laboratory department, and management department how to lead their subordinates and organizations.

On this day, we connected our locations across the country via a web conferencing system and provided training to leaders in all areas on the following topics:

Counseling techniques
Assertive speaking
Mediation
・Role-playing of actual coaching (interviewing subordinates)

The Tokushinkai Group will continue to strive to further improve services for patients by creating smoother organizational operations.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2020, 8

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

As a countermeasure against the coronavirus, the venue was divided into two floors and social distancing was ensured on this day.

This time, we were introduced to various proverbs and the achievements of great people through the lens of recent social trends.

At the beginning, he looked back on the wonderful life of Tetsuya Watari, who recently passed away, and taught us the expression, "The matter is settled once the coffin is closed." He said that this means that a person's true worth is decided once again after death, and that we should strive to live a worthwhile life like Tetsuya Watari.

He also gave us information about Taiwan, which has been able to keep the number of coronavirus infections low, and the achievements of the great former leader Lee Teng-hui, and Goto Shinpei, who established public health in Taiwan and created the foundation for today's epidemic prevention measures.

Once again, through the wisdom, words, and lifestyles of our predecessors, we learned about the path we should take and the mindset we should adopt in modern society, making this a lecture that embodied the idea of ​​"learning from the past for the future."

Lecturer: Yutaro Kuribayashi

Date: September 2020, 8

Venue: Kasuga Dental Clinic

Category/Other training

On August 8th, Dr. Kuribayashi held a study session for young dentists at Kasuga Dental Clinic in Fukuoka Prefecture.

During the training, participants deepened their knowledge on the following topics related to infected root canal treatment by referring to data from various papers.

・Diagnosis of infected root canal treatment
-Diagnosis and response to acute symptoms
·expansion
Root filling and prognosis

This study session was held using a web conferencing system to connect clinics across the country. There were also occasions where actual cases were discussed with dentists in distant locations, making it a very meaningful study session. We will continue to use study sessions to improve the level of medical care across the entire group.

Various training sessions were held in March 2020. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Tomoko Matsuo

Lecturer: Mayumi Kawamoto

Date: September 2020, 7

Venue: Matsumura Dental Clinic Niitsu

Category/Technical Skills

On July 7th, we held a "New Staff Training" session at Matsumura Dental Niitsu Clinic, inviting communication and etiquette instructors Ms. Tomoko Matsuo and Ms. Mayumi Kawamoto as lecturers.

During the training, the staff members recorded their customer service behavior on video camera and then objectively evaluated their own and their colleagues' behavior. There are not many opportunities to observe oneself in daily life, so the participants were able to learn and realize a lot.

We also reviewed honorific language, focusing on honorific and humble language, which are often mistaken, and reaffirmed the correct usage of language.

Going forward, we would like to continue to make a thorough effort every day and actively participate in this type of training.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2020, 7

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

As with the previous event, measures were taken to prevent the spread of coronavirus, such as dividing the venue into two floors.

This time, he gave a lecture on the recent Tokyo gubernatorial election and the coronavirus issue.

Regarding elections, he cited Washington State as a good example and expressed his view that it is necessary to further improve the quality of candidates and their campaign promises.

In terms of COVID-19 countermeasures, he expressed the view that the best way to improve the situation would be to strengthen enforcement against facilities that are producing a large number of infections and to add at least one line to the Constitution regarding special measures in times of emergency.

Finally, he concluded his lecture by saying that what he found most gratifying was that the Onkochishinjuku was being held even under these circumstances and that he was able to meet the students. Following on from the previous lecture, the students once again felt the value of having the opportunity to learn.

Various training sessions were held in March 2020. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2020, 6

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

As a measure against the spread of COVID-2, we asked all participants to take their temperature and wear masks. We also took measures to reduce the density of participants by dividing the venue into two floors and using one floor for monitor sessions.

This was the first event in three months, and we were given a variety of trivia related to the coronavirus outbreak.

I learned that wearing masks became widespread in Japan during the Spanish Flu epidemic. At the time, the Taisho Democracy was in full swing, and various movements were taking place in the "three Cs." Wearing masks was suggested as a measure against this.

I was also told that "Kawasaki disease," which has become a hot topic in relation to the coronavirus, is not named after the place Kawasaki but after a researcher. This naming system is apparently the same for Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease.

We were also told about the effectiveness of hand washing in Japan. The tap water in Japan contains chlorine, which is said to be effective against viruses.

He taught us a lot of trivia like this, hoping that we would become a "Walking Dictionary." In addition to this "wisdom," he said that the students should be proud of embodying the "Japan Model," and concluded his lecture with a powerful message that he hopes they will "become leaders who support Japan."

Various training sessions were held in March 2020. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Various training sessions were held in March 2020. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2020, 2

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

While he was concerned about the response of each country to the coronavirus, he said that we should not only focus on gloomy topics, and in the second half of the talk, he talked about his diverse hobbies. Professor Fukaya has many hobbies, including karate, sword fighting, tap dancing, diving, and skating. Despite his busy schedule, he has a wide range of hobbies and is, needless to say, well-educated.

People often say to me, "You have so much time," but I've learned that saying "I don't have time" is a lie or an excuse, and that time is something you "make."

I wanted to make time outside of my main job and actively engage in activities that enrich my world. Also, while I often make excuses like "I don't have time" in my daily work, I wanted to get into the habit of thinking about how I can "make" time by going back to the bigger picture of "why I'm doing it."

Various training sessions were held in March 2020. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2020, 1

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

Our group representative, Matsumura, and Professor Fukaya met by chance while watching sumo wrestling. Attracted by his excellent personality and vast knowledge, they established Onkochishinjuku, a study group where they could "get intimate with him." This year marks the fifth session.

On this first day, Matsumura spoke about the wonderfulness of "encounters" through the poetry of Professor Sakamura Min, an object of mutual respect.

At the same time, I learned that whether we make the most of a wonderful "encounter" or not, we must have the determination to "always do what we say we will do" and "act immediately," just as when Matsumura called out to Professor Fukaya and made an appointment to meet again.

Finally, he touched on the fact that Japan has developed into a unique country by incorporating various external ideas and cultures, and concluded the first session by reaffirming that Onkochishinjuku is also a place to absorb various ideas and wisdom from throughout history.

I hope to learn well this year and make it a fruitful one.

Various training sessions were held in March 2019. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2019, 12

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

This was the final lecture of the fourth term, and the lecture focused on the life of former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone, who recently passed away at the age of 4.

He introduced us to a haiku poem that was treasured by former Prime Minister Nakasone, "Even as the sun sets, the cicadas continue to sing for the rest of their lives." The poem expresses the mindset that a politician's life is as short as a cicada's, but like a cicada that sings for the rest of its life, one should continue to shout out as a politician with as much patriotism and as much strength as possible. Professor Fukaya raised the question from various perspectives as to whether today's politicians have that mindset.

After completing a year of lectures, Professor Fukaya feels that the Book of Rites, one of the Five Classics, teaches that the more you learn, the more you understand what you are lacking, and that teaching and learning enhance each other's effectiveness.

Finally, Matsumura, the representative of our group, reflected that the one-year lectures had been more meaningful than reading dozens of books, and this year's Onkochishinjuku came to a close.

This year was another very fruitful one for all the students as they participated in intensive learning sessions once a month.


The Onkochishin Juku will be held for the fifth term next year, with a total of 5 sessions scheduled to be held on the third Monday of every month (1:3-18:30) starting in January.

Various training sessions were held in March 2019. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2019, 11

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

Today, following on from last time, Professor Fukaya gave a lecture on the topic of his recent trip to Ise and Koyasan.

Today's content was packed with content, including stories about the Nara Hotel, the leading guest house in the Kansai region built in response to the increase in foreign visitors to Japan after Japan's victory in the Russo-Japanese War; Eifuku-ji Temple in Osaka, which protects Prince Shotoku; Mount Koya, which is associated with Saicho and Kukai; and its magnificent temple lodgings, Fumon-in, and the inner sanctuary, which houses the memorial tower of Tokushin.

The most impressive story was Prince Shotoku's. He showed us that when we unravel the 17-article constitution, we find that all of its contents are still relevant today. Professor Fukaya emphasized that "important matters should not be decided by one person alone." Similar content is included in the Five Articles of the Imperial Oath, which was created later, and he said that in this way we can see the consistency of the history of the Japanese people, which is based on the Emperor system.

I was reminded that there are universal principles that do not change even as times change. I want us to continue to walk the path we should walk as human beings, without wavering.

Various training sessions were held in March 2019. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2019, 10

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

Today, Professor Fukaya gave a lecture on the topic of his recent trip to Ise and Koyasan.

Among the stories of his fulfilling trip, including his stay at the hotel where the Ise-Shima Summit was held and his visit to Ise Shrine, the most memorable was his visit to the Motoori Norinaga Memorial Museum.

Motoori Norinaga studied medicine, Chinese classics, and Japanese classics in Kyoto, and wrote the Kojiki. Kamo no Mabuchi, whom Motoori Norinaga looked up to as his teacher, is said to have said, "In learning, the foundations are important. By starting from low places, you can rise to high places."

Norinaga Motoori never met Mabuchi Kamo even once in his life. In an era when mass media was not as developed as it is today, the story of him deepening his learning by looking to a person he had never met as his "spiritual teacher" really seems to me to be a message about the need to return to the basics of scholarship and the attitude towards learning.

Although what we were able to hear today was only the first half of their four-day, three-night trip, it was packed with so much information and it was hard to believe it was only a small part of the entire trip.

Lecturer: Shigeoki Togo

Date: September 2019, 10

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, 10th floor, Quartz Gallery

Category/Human skills

The 112th Itto Juku was held at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower by Shigeoki Togo, former president of Nippon Credit Bank.

The theme is "The Heisei Financial Crisis and the Nippon Credit Bank Incident: Looking back on the lost 20 years."

First, he talked about the situation from the bubble to the Heisei financial crisis. In the late 1980s, Japan was in the midst of a real estate bubble and a financial investment boom, but then in 1993, it faced a financial crisis.

In the midst of the financial crisis, Professor Togo was appointed Director-General of the International Bureau in 1995. After the Daiwa Bank scandal and other events, he resigned from his position within one year and transferred to Nippon Credit Bank.

Nippon Credit Bank took steps to deal with its bad loans, including raising 2 billion yen in capital over a period of about two months.

In 1998, Nippon Credit Bank was nationalized and merged with Mitsui Trust and Banking Corporation, bringing an end to the financial crisis.
In 2001, Nippon Credit Bank changed its name to Aosora Bank, but there are still many people who feel indebted to Chairman Togo and continue to have a relationship with the bank.

At the end of the hearing, he looked back on his 12 years on the bench and talked about the hardships he faced, but what was most striking was that he also said that this period was not a bad one.

Finally, our group representative, Matsumura, spoke about how "calm in disappointment" is the most difficult of the "Rokuzen" practices. It's about how to stay calm and do what you need to do in the face of difficulties and adversity. I realized that Togo Sensei was a truly great teacher who maintained this "calm in disappointment" attitude throughout a series of critical situations.

This lecture was about finance, but it was a great opportunity to become interested in its history.

Various training sessions were held in March 2019. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2019, 9

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

Today, like last time, the lecture was on the theme of "The Nature of Life - Zeami's Philosophy of Life."

First, in the review from the previous lesson, we learned that "you should never forget your beginner's mind." Zeami's "beginner's mind" refers to the strategy and mental attitude required to overcome trials. It is not "stay young in mind and body," but rather the idea of ​​how to overcome limitations, how to blossom, and what kind of results you should achieve at each moment that corresponds to Zeami's "beginner's mind."

Not only Zeami, but also the Four Stages of Life in ancient India and the Analects of Confucius divide life into several stages and explain how to live at each stage.

Also, yesterday, September 9th, Professor Fukaya celebrated his 29th birthday, and on that occasion he introduced us to the phrase "a fleeting dream," which is used as an analogy for the transience of life.

We tend to think that life is long and waste time. However, our great ancestors show us the transience of each moment of life and how to live each moment. I once again felt that I should learn from the teachings of my ancestors and put them into practice while I am young, and that I do not want to live a life where I shed tears of regret when I am old.

Various training sessions were held in March 2019. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2019, 8

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, he gave a lecture on the theme of "Zeami's philosophy of life."

Zeami was the man who perfected Noh as an art form, and was also the first to utter the phrase "Never forget your beginner's mind." However, the true meaning of this phrase is not widely known. In this article, we learned about the true meaning of the "beginner's mind" that Zeami preached.

Many people tend to think of "beginner's mind" as "the determination when starting something" and "a momentary feeling," but the "beginner's mind" that Zeami advocated occurs multiple times in our lives. We encounter various trials and obstacles at various times in our lives. During adolescence, our voices change, and as we grow older, aging makes it difficult to fight the way we used to. The "beginner's mind" that Zeami advocated is how we prepare ourselves when we encounter such trials. And Zeami's teaching is that when we overcome the difficulties that come at each stage of life, beautiful "flowers" (the radiance of a Noh actor) will bloom.

He taught us that when times are difficult, it is important to never give up, to seek out ways to deal with each situation, and to work hard with determination. So far, we have been introduced to the lives of many great predecessors, but this time, we were able to learn about their "philosophy of life" directly, and I think that this was a slightly different "Learning from the past" for each student.

Various training sessions were held in March 2019. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Various training sessions were held in March 2019. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2019, 6

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

This time, as in the previous session, the lecture began with a discussion of current affairs, and then Professor Fukaya spoke about a lecture he gave at a university in the Kansai region at the end of last month.

First, he mentioned Prime Minister Abe's visit to Iraq, saying that his dialogue with Ayatollah Khamenei should be evaluated as a major achievement, as it provided a very important forum for negotiations regarding the supply of oil and LNG to Japan, which has a low energy self-sufficiency rate.

He also mentioned the pension system, and warned that the phrase "peace of mind for 100 years" means "a wonderful system that will last for 100 years as a means of sending money to future generations," and that this should not be misunderstood as "something that will cover all living expenses in old age."

At the end of last month, he gave a lecture at a university, in which he talked about his work at the Ministry of International Trade and Industry. He said that people there worked so hard that they were called the "Ministry of Regular Overtime."

The thing he felt most strongly in his conversations with students was that they didn't know much about politicians or historical figures. The reason behind this is the trend of young people turning away from newspapers. In such an age, reading is important to acquire culture, and he taught us the ways of reading books: "close reading," "thorough reading," "gradual reading," and "irregular reading." Finally, he even gave us a humorous comment that "tsundoku" is not a good word to use.

The Onkochishinjuku provided an opportunity for us to think again about the issues we must keep in mind as leaders who will support Japan in the future.

Various training sessions were held in March 2019. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2019, 5

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

This time, we asked Professor Fukaya to introduce us to three particularly memorable events that have happened around him in the month since our last interview.

One of them is the unified local elections. He talked about his own election career through supporting elections. What he learned from interacting with various people through elections is summed up in a passage from Hong Zicheng's essay collection "Caigentan": "Gifts should be light, not strong. If you put strong first and light later, people will forget the favor." The meaning of this is that "in human relationships, it is important to gradually increase the intensity." He said that if you get too close from the beginning, you won't be able to build a good relationship.

The second big event that happened to Professor Fukaya was when he was attacked by tinnitus. He says that it was a very painful experience. However, in the midst of this suffering, he received many words of concern, encouragement and advice from his friends, and a certain passage from the Analects of Confucius resonated with him. It is "Do not make friends with those who are not as good as you", which apparently means that "you should make friends with people who are better than you". He says that he realized that friends who have experience and wisdom that he does not have will help him when he is in trouble.

And the biggest event that happened to Professor Fukaya in the past month was, without a doubt, the Emperor's abdication. Hearing about the reason why abdication has not occurred since the Meiji era, and about the one-year mourning period when Emperor Showa passed away, I was reminded of the deep feelings and thoughts of the former Emperor towards the people.

Once again, this was a very fulfilling Onkochishinjuku day, filled with rich learning and Professor Fukaya's humor.

Various training sessions were held in March 2019. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2019, 4

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

This was the first Onkochishinjuku session since the new era name was announced, and we touched on "Reiwa" and concluded our discussion of "Bushido" at this new turning point.

The Man'yoshu, from which the name "Reiwa" is derived, is a collection of poems that includes poems from all social classes, from the Emperor to the common people. I was told that it is a unique collection of poems that values ​​the hearts of all people and is a source of pride for Japanese culture.

The talk on "Bushido" began with the story of Takakeisho-seki, who gave a speech that began with "valuing the samurai spirit...". The "Kagesho" in Takakeisho-seki is said to be the name of the successor to Uesugi Kenshin, a man of the samurai spirit who sent salt to the enemy camp. After hearing this speech, Professor Fukaya seems to have fallen in love with Takakeisho-seki.

Finally, we learned about cultural figures who expressed the Japanese aesthetic sense rooted in the samurai spirit. We were introduced to the excellent aesthetic sensibilities of many such figures as Sakamura Shinmin, who sang, "There is no sadness for a flower after it has withered. All that remains is the joy of blooming wholeheartedly," Kawabata Yasunari, who described the beautiful moment of his youth when he met a dancer from Izu, and Kobayashi Hideo, who spoke of the Japanese sense of awe towards nature as they gazed upon the moon in rapt rapture.

Just as Nitobe Inazo predicted 120 years ago, the samurai spirit and Japanese aesthetic sense are currently in decline. However, I learned that by deepening my learning at Onkochishinjuku and conveying it to as many people as possible, we can make "Reiwa" a joyful and beautiful era, as its name suggests. As a student, I would like to become someone who can reaffirm, nurture, and pass on the samurai spirit.

Various training sessions were held in March 2019. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2019, 3

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

The Onkochishin Juku seminar was held by former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo Chapter of the Liberal Democratic Party, Takashi Fukaya.

On this day, Chairman Kara Matsuaki of Chongyou Industrial (Taiwan's largest elevator and escalator construction company), who Chairman Matsumura and Professor Fukaya became acquainted with during a lecture in Taiwan at the end of last year, also attended and gave a talk about Taiwan in the first half of the seminar.

Chairman Tang introduced us to a wide range of topics, including Taiwan's geography, politics, economy, and culture. What was impressive was that some people consider themselves "Chinese" and others "Taiwanese and Chinese," and that national consciousness changes depending on the government. It was very interesting to learn about such complex national consciousness, as it is rare to have the opportunity to experience it while living in Japan.

During the lecture, Toshiro Tada, former president of Japan Airlines Taiwan, who accompanied Chairman Tang on his visit to Japan, introduced Taiwan from a Japanese perspective. He introduced the national character of Taiwan, which he said is "valuing family," and I felt that this is something we should all learn from.

In the second half of the lecture, Professor Fukaya spoke about Bushido, a Japanese form of Buddhism, Confucianism, and Shintoism that also influenced Taiwanese moral values. He again taught us about the samurai's view of life and death and the seven virtues (righteousness, courage, benevolence, courtesy, faith and sincerity, honor, and loyalty).

We received very valuable and in-depth lectures from the three speakers, making this a very meaningful Onkochishinjuku.

Various training sessions were held in March 2019. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2019, 2

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

Former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo LDP, Takashi Fukaya, held a seminar on learning from old memories. This time, he continued his talk on the WTO from the previous session.

On this day, we learned many surprising aspects of the historic negotiations, behind the scenes. When the negotiations were going well thanks to Professor Fukaya's skill, President Clinton, who was not convinced, called Prime Minister Obuchi. The Japanese side saw the situation and played hooky. That is how diplomacy is like threading a needle.

Furthermore, during the final negotiations, Professor Fukaya used his skills in foreseeing the future and constructing a negotiating story, which he had honed during his time in the opposition party, and his angry shouting that overwhelmed his opponents, to make America give up. As a result, America declared the outcome of the talks to be "no conclusion was reached," but this was a very interesting lecture that once again gave us a glimpse of Professor Fukaya's "careful yet bold" side.

Various training sessions were held in March 2019. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.

Lecturer: Mr. Takashi Fukaya

Date: September 2019, 1

Location: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower 10F

Category/Global Skills

Former Minister of International Trade and Industry and Chief Advisor of the Tokyo LDP, Takashi Fukaya, held the Onkochishinjuku. Now in its fourth year, the Onkochishinjuku covers a wide range of topics, including: 4) current affairs, XNUMX) learning about Japanese virtues from history, XNUMX) the shape of countries around the world, and XNUMX) how to live life.

On this day, which was the first session of the term, Professor Fukaya spoke about the WTO. In a TV program that Professor Fukaya appeared on at the end of last year, it was discussed that the signs of President Trump's rejection of globalization were there as early as the WTO conference 1 years ago. The person who negotiated the WTO was Professor Fukaya, who was the Minister of International Trade and Industry at the time.

Japan then negotiated with the United States to strengthen regulations to prevent the abuse of anti-dumping regulations. Professor Fukaya, who knew that the United States would not take him seriously, held extensive "bilateral talks" (one-on-one meetings) with the other participating countries to shape international opinion before going into the negotiations. It seems that the negotiating techniques that only Professor Fukaya, who hails from the downtown area, could employ were effective.

At the beginning of the seminar, our group's president, Matsumura, introduced Professor Fukaya as a professor who he liked more and more the more he met him. He also described his charm as "bold yet meticulous, intelligent yet down-to-earth." I felt that the WTO negotiations were exactly the moment when Professor Fukaya's greatness moved the world.

From the very first session, he has given us valuable stories of his experiences on the international stage as well as hints for life, making this a very fruitful Onkochishinjuku. We hope to hear more about this story in the next session.

Lecturer: Yoshiharu Hanyu

Date: September 2019, 1

Venue: Tokushinkai Quartz Tower, 10th floor, Quartz Gallery

Category/Human skills

The 111th Ikko Juku was held by professional shogi player Yoshiharu Habu at Tokushinkai Quartz Tower. Last time, he spoke about the game as a professional shogi player. This time, he gave a slightly different talk on the theme of "The Future in the AI ​​Era."

The first half of the talk started with a discussion of the roots and history of AI, followed by a talk on the progress of AI in board games. Twenty-odd years ago, there were databases of over one million positions, and hardware that could read 100 million positions per second, but it was difficult to "evaluate" each position based on various standards. Later, as image recognition technology improved, the perspective shifted from "playing shogi" to "capturing movements in a square space," and great progress was made. It was very interesting to see how dynamic the level of progress has been.

In the second half, he spoke about the future of AI in society at large. He said that in Japan, AI will likely grow in the fields of agriculture and fishing. These are fields that deal with things that can be done intuitively but are difficult to translate into words or numbers (tacit knowledge). He also expressed the view that AI will not progress on its own, but through collaboration with other industries. He said that humans have great potential in creating the form of such collaboration.

What impressed me most during the lecture was his explanation that in the world of shogi, there is a saying that "chess is a dialogue," and that while during a game you feel like you are conversing with your opponent, this does not happen when playing against an AI.

I believe that it is Mr. Hanyu's keen insight into the latest technological advances, such as AI, research trends, and his refined sense in his own field of expertise that has enabled him to achieve such inspiring feats.

Various training sessions were held in March 2018. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to hold various training sessions and educate staff so that patients can visit our clinic with peace of mind.