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Inamori Hall -- A shared facility for liberal arts education at Kyoto's three major universities

Inamori Hall began with a plan from Kyoto Prefecture for collaboration in liberal arts education among three universities ― Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Kyoto Prefectural University, and Kyoto Institute of Technology. In response to this plan, Inamori expressed his agreement with its goal and offered to contribute his personal assets, stating, "It is important for the students of these three universities in Kyoto to acquire a broad range of general knowledge, including philosophy and ethics, to elevate their humanity and to interact openly with each other." As a result, the construction of a center for collaboration in liberal arts education was completed in September 2014 and named "Inamori Memorial Hall." The center has a variety of facilities, including 17 classrooms, laboratories, study halls, and a restaurant. Further, The Inamori Exhibition Room, which introduces Inamori's legacy and philosophy, is open to the public.

Case Western Reserve University, U.S.
Inamori International Center for Ethics and Excellence

In July 2006, Case Western Reserve University established the Inamori International Center for Ethics and Excellence through a donation from the Inamori Foundation.

The purpose of the center is to foster ethical leadership around the world and conduct educational and research activities. As a part of those activities, the Inamori Ethics Prize was established to award individuals who practice exemplary leadership and contribute to the development of society and humankind through their activities and influence. The first award ceremony was held in September 2008.

The Inamori Academy at Kagoshima University

In 2005, the Inamori Academy of Management & Technology, an educational research center, was jointly established with Kagoshima University through contributions from Kyocera Corporation and Inamori's own private funds. It was reorganized and renamed "The Inamori Academy" in April 2008.

The mission of the Academy is to produce "21st Century Citizens" possessing high ethical values who are willing to serve the greater good of humanity and the world. The Academy identifies regional leaders who support this mission and nurtures them into becoming such citizens. Under this fundamental principle, the Academy provides liberal arts education to further develop the humanistic abilities, including integrity, ethics, and life philosophy, which are necessary for success in today's world.

Inamori-Kyocera Western Districts Development Scholarship Fund in China

In 2001, Kyocera and Inamori established the Inamori-Kyocera Western Districts Development Scholarship Fund for financially disadvantaged university students in the western districts of China. Recipients must possess high moral character and excellent grades. The aim of the scholarship fund is to nurture students who will contribute to the development of the region after graduation. The fund provides financial support while they are in school in the hope that they will become outstanding professionals. Every year, 240 students at 12 universities in China receive this scholarship.

Abshire-Inamori Leadership Academy

In April 2002, the Inamori Foundation and the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), located in Washington D.C. (U.S.A.) established the Abshire-Inamori Leadership Academy at CSIS. The academy seeks to cultivate true leaders of distinguished character in public service, business, and other areas.

The academy was established with donations from the Inamori Foundation and was named after Dr. David M. Abshire, co-founder of CSIS, and Inamori, who both recognized the same necessity and sense of mission in training true leaders to navigate the unforeseeable future.

Inamori donated one million shares of Kyocera stock to Kagoshima University

In 2017, Inamori donated one million shares of Kyocera stock from his personal holdings to Kagoshima University.

A formal acceptance ceremony was held at the university in November of that year. During the ceremony, Inamori said he hoped the donation would be put to good use both for teachers and students with future promise at Kagoshima University, the school that helped him get a good start on his path in life. Using the shares, the university set up a fund to support programs that include overseas studies by students and the cultivation of researchers.