Joint Seminar Camp with the Sasaki Lab at Waseda University
On August 2nd and 3rd, we had the pleasure of visiting Waseda University’s Karuizawa Seminar House to participate in a joint seminar camp with the members of the Kuniaki Sasaki Laboratory.
The first day began with a tour of a rockfall prevention construction site on the Joshin-etsu Expressway. Afterward, we moved to the seminar house, where we enjoyed a BBQ and had a wonderful time getting to know the members of the Sasaki Lab.
During the joint seminar on the second day, we had the opportunity to listen to fascinating research presentations from the Sasaki Lab, whose work in urban transportation is closely related to our own. We were particularly impressed by their insightful problem-setting, which is rooted in the real-world challenges facing modern Japanese cities and makes use of diverse urban data.
The two days were incredibly rewarding, offering a valuable opportunity not only for academic discussion but also for connecting on a personal level. We talked about everything from our research to general university life during the social gatherings. We hope to continue this wonderful exchange through future seminars, academic conferences, and other opportunities.
Finally, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to Professor Kuniaki Sasaki, Dr. Takao Dantsuji, and all the members of the Sasaki Lab for their immense effort and hospitality in organizing this fantastic event.
[Tanaka]
