Interview

How did you find out about Tokushima University and why did you decide to enroll in Tokushima University?

I contacted with Tokushima University through my supervisor.
I decided to enroll in Tokushima University because of the Monbusho scholarship.

How did you prepare for the entrance exam to Tokushima University?

I prepared for the entrance exam to Tokushima University according to supervisor’s instructions.
My supervisor told me to focus on studying fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, material mechanics, and Japanese language, so I followed his instructions.

What kind of research did you do while you were enrolled at Tokushima University? Could you please share any difficulties you faced in your research? Also, when you had difficulties, how did you overcome them?

My research topic was the evaluation of strength for the advanced composite materials. In 1987, there was no Ph.,D. course in Tokushima University. So, I performed the master course in Tokushima University once more despite getting a master’s degree in Korea. From that time, I was co-worked with a professor of Kyushu University at the introduction of Tokushima University’s supervisor, Professor Murakami Riichi. After finishing my master’s degree in Tokushima University, I entered the Ph.,D. course in Kyushu University.

Aizome experience in Tokushima, 2008

Please tell us about your memories of Tokushima and Tokushima University during your stay.

I love Tokushima and Tokushima University. I never forget my life with my family in Tokushima. Tokushima looks like my second hometown. I had a lot of exchanging programs with Tokushima University, for example, on-board seminar at Hanbada training ship of the National Korea Maritime and Ocean University in Komatsushima Port, and establishment of international conference on engineering education in Asia with Professor Hanabusa Takashi in Tokushima University. It lasted more than 10 years.

What was your impression of Tokushima and Japan?

Tokushima is very comfortable and tranquil city. I looked around the Shikoku Island. Among them, Tokushima is the best prefecture. I know one family in Kitajima. The family was very kind to Korean students. I never forget their kindness. So, I really like Tokushima city. It is my second hometown. I also like Japan and Japanese. I had many Japanese friends. I’ve been all over Japan. This means I like Japan.

Could you please share with us the details of your current job?

Professor and Chairs of many international conferences. Editor-in-Chief of international journal and Editor of international journal.

Please give a message to those who will be enrolling at Tokushima University and those who are considering enrolling.

I would like to recommend Tokushima University as a promising university in your future. It is a university where you can live in hope and peace.