Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology has completed the construction of the Aotaka Dormitory (International Mixed Dormitory), which was built to address the aging of the student dormitory (Tomotaka Dormitory) and the International Exchange Hall on the Shinagawa Campus, as well as the shortage of accommodation for international students and others in the face of increasing globalization.2026Years3Month6We held a completion ceremony on Friday.
On that day, people from the university, the company that designed and constructed the building, and the student who proposed the name Aotaka Dormitory through a public competition were in attendance to celebrate its completion.

The ceremony will be held in the morning.10时30From the Aotaka DormitoryABuilding1The ceremony was held in the lounge on the first floor. Following the opening address by President Toshio Iseki, Executive Vice President Kiyokazu Minami (responsible for education, student support, and ship operation management) gave an overview of the facility. On behalf of the operators, Mr. Keitaro Takebayashi, Senior Executive Officer of Daiwa House Industry Co., Ltd., the company that carried out the construction, delivered a congratulatory speech, expressing his joy at the completion of the facility.
After that, Aotaka DormitoryBBuilding1At the entrance to the residents-only area on the floor, President Iseki and three students cut the ribbon, receiving a big round of applause from the attendees. A commemorative photo was also taken with all the attendees in a friendly atmosphere, and the ceremony concluded successfully.

Following the ceremony, a tour was held for the attending faculty, staff, and guests, and many participants expressed their admiration for the well-equipped living spaces and community areas.

■ Overview of Seiyo Dormitory
Location: Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo 4-5-7
Structure and number of floors: Reinforced concrete, above ground 10 story
Total number of units: Approximately 350 Door (for single person)A,B, couple room, family room, etc.) 

■Regarding the name of Aotaka Dormitory
The name "Aotaka Dormitory" combines "blue," which symbolizes our university, with "hawk," which has been familiar to students through the names of our university's ships and other vessels. It was selected as a name that succinctly represents the character of our university.
The name's origin reflects the desire to carry on the legacy of the former training vessel "Aotaka Maru," which supported student practical training for many years. Furthermore, "Ao" (blue) symbolizes the achievements of students aspiring to global ocean exploration and the commitment to creating an international dormitory that welcomes everyone. "Taka" (hawk) represents the Reiwa era.8Years3This embodies the tradition of continuing the role of Tomotaka Dormitory, which ends its role at the end of the month, and reflects our commitment to carefully preserving the history of our university.
The name Seiyo Dormitory symbolizes the history and traditions of our university, its international character, and our expectations for students who will shape the future of the ocean.

Opening remarks by President Toshio Iseki

Facility overview presentation by Kiyokazu Minami, Executive Director and Vice President (responsible for education, student support, and ship operation management).

Congratulatory address by Mr. Keitaro Takebayashi, Senior Executive Officer, Daiwa House Industry Co., Ltd.

The scene of the president and students cutting the ribbon