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This field rigorously and meticulously traces the logic of causal relationships surrounding economic phenomena. This theoretical system can be likened to the trunk that supports the vast canopy of economics.

This is a system of precise methods necessary for identifying the causes of phenomena and accurately revealing mechanisms from observational data. It plays a major role in giving economics its scientific character and has a wide range of applications.

In economics, it is important to scientifically analyze economic events, systematize discovered laws to construct theories, and implement appropriate policies based on them to realize a better society. Economic theories are derived from elucidating economic events historically experienced by the economies of various countries and regions. At each historical juncture, different scientifically correct theories may emerge from the analysis of the same events, or the desired direction of society may conflict. Learning these historical developments helps one understand the reasoning behind each theory, choose the theory one believes to be correct, and acquire the basic mindset for making appropriate policy judgments. Values such as individual freedom of action, efficiency in overall economic activity, fairness in income distribution, and the democratic determination of society's direction are highly respected in major countries. These values were formed against the backdrop of the development of the Reformation, civil revolutions, capitalism, socialism, and democracy. Understanding their history allows for a deeper comprehension of these values. Shedding modern light on the scholarship and thoughts of our predecessors, while contrasting modern scholarship with their insights, contributes greatly to the development of human intellectual endeavors. Above all, encountering the brilliant ideas of those who came before us provides immense intellectual stimulation.

The core courses in Economic History are organized by region: Economic History of Japan, Economic History of Europe and North America, and Economic History of Asia. Building on the content of "Introduction to Economic History" and "Elementary Economic History" offered at the Hiyoshi Campus, these courses aim to deepen that knowledge and teach specialized expertise in economic history. In doing so, the lectures are designed to consider not only matters related to each region but also their relationship with the world, in light of the current global situation.

For example, Economic History of Japan emphasizes Japan's perspective within East Asia, focusing on relationships with foreign countries in economic systems, trends in trade, international competitiveness in industries, and the living environment of the Japanese archipelago. In Economic History of Europe and North America, while the central region varies by instructor, lectures are conducted with comparisons to Japan in mind. And in Economic History of Asia, the history of international economic relations among Asian regions—such as China, Japan, Southeast Asia, and India—is combined with the unique economic systems of those regions.

In any case, the lecture content is designed so that historical insights can be applied to modern challenges in an era of uncertainty. We hope students will study with the awareness that history is not just something of the past, but a discipline that can address contemporary issues.

This field observes the workings of the market both specifically and cross-sectionally, discusses issues, and considers what regulations and rules should be adopted from a social perspective concerning freedom, equity, and justice.

Based on economic theory and historical facts, this field examines the nature of institutions and policies related to public finance and money and banking from various perspectives.

Using "capitalism" as a keyword, this field analyzes and understands the "contemporary economy" through courses that examine its history of emergence and development vertically, as well as courses that analyze it in comparison with systems different from capitalism. Building on these foundations, it aims to analyze and understand contemporary capitalism as a whole and the modern Japanese economy.

In the core subjects of international economics, students learn the foundations for understanding global economic systems structurally and comprehensively.

International Trade focuses on the flow of goods and services between countries, centering on the theory of international division of labor to analyze determinants of trade patterns, and trade policy theory to discuss policy and social welfare. International Finance focuses on the flow of money between countries, centering on various theories to analyze exchange rate determinants and international macroeconomic policy theory, including international cooperation. Development Economics focuses on analyzing factors that hinder the economic development of low- and middle-income countries through multifaceted perspectives, such as the reduction of poverty and inequality, improvements in education and healthcare, industrial structural changes, and international aid, to provide effective policy recommendations.

In each area, students learn basic economic theories and acquire practical skills to consider paths for the sustainable development of the world economy through the analysis of current and past international economic issues—including free trade agreements, international currency crises, and international development goals—while keeping abreast of cutting-edge research trends.

Students can examine the economy from a spatial perspective, asking how to balance the preservation of a good natural environment with a vibrant economic society, and how the characteristics of urban and regional economies have been formed.

The society-related field focuses on research and study in areas closely related to economics, such as Demography, Theory of Industrial Society, and Social History. Population is strongly linked to the socio-economy; the size, structure, and fluctuating factors of a population influence economic growth, while economic development in turn brings about further population changes. Large-scale economic shifts, exemplified by economic globalization, affect not only industrial structures but also social systems and political thought. Furthermore, it is important to have a social history perspective that views society as a whole—comprising various aspects such as politics, culture, and history, in addition to economics—and comprehensively examines its changes. In this way, the interdisciplinary approach taken by the society-related field is expected to become increasingly important under rapid socio-economic changes.