Philosophy’s mission is the proposal of values
The 21st century should be regarded as the "Century of Values." As it has become apparent that advancements in science, technology, and the economy do not necessarily lead to happiness or peace, there is an increasing focus on defining true happiness and the values we should strive for. The Kyoto Institute of Philosophy was established to propose a variety of values through interdisciplinary research and collaboration across industry, government, academia, and civil society. Its goal is to foster an international movement towards a "Multilayered Society of Values," where diverse value systems are recognized, coexist, and cooperate harmoniously.
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New Book from the 21st Century Public Policy Institute: NTT Chairman Jun Sawada and University of Tokyo’s Professor Takahiro Nakajima in Dialogue on Building a Diverse Society
The 21st Century Public Policy Institute has just released a new volume featuring a wide ranging dialogue b…
2025.04.22
【Published on Diamond Quarterly Online】 The Future Opened by “Self-as-We”: A Conversation Between NTT Chairman Sawada and Professor Takashi Nawa
Jun Sawada, Executive Chairman of Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation(NTT) who serves as Co-Chairpe…
2025.04.17
Workshops held in India on AI ethics
During its recent trip to India, the Kyoto Institute of Philosophy also co-hosted two workshops on AI ethic…
2025.04.16
Leading institute members promote mission in India
Three key figures of the Kyoto Institute of Philosophy, Professor Yasuo Deguchi of Kyoto University and Exe…
2025.04.11
New Research from Dr. Samuel Mortimer Highlights a “Social Conception of the Self” and Its Practical Implications
A new paper by Dr. Samuel Mortimer—Research Fellow at the Kyoto Institute of Philosophy (KIP), Intesa Sanpa…
2025.03.29
Prof. Deguchi Advocates for Diverse Value Options in the ‘Century of Values’ at Hitachi-Kyoto University Symposium
Professor Yasuo Deguchi of Kyoto University, who serves as the Co-chairperson of the Kyoto Institute of Phi…
2025.03.27
【Relay Interview 3】 Toshiaki Higashihara, Executive Chairman, Hitachi, Ltd.: Management is not possible without philosophy—Participation in establishing KIP to “create a better future”
We talked with the key members of Kyoto Institute of Philosophy (KIP) for a series of interview articles to…
2025.03.18
Event held focusing on people with severe intellectual disabilities; examines importance of ‘human inability’
An exchange meeting themed "Encountering New Values" was held on January 27 at the " Takeshi Cultural Cente…
2025.03.01
Prof. Yasuo Deguchi to speak at Hitachi-Kyoto University Symposium
Professor Yasuo Deguchi, Co-Chairperson of the Kyoto Institute of Philosophy, has been confirmed as a featu…
2025.02.26
【Relay Interview 2】 Jun Sawada, Chairman of NTT：Chapter ３ Kyoto Conference is a place to enjoy both differences and agreements—Expanding networks and accelerating momentum
This is the last part of a series of interviews with Jun Sawada, Executive Chairman of NTT, who serves as …
2025.02.16
【Relay Interview 2】 Jun Sawada, Chairman of NTT：Chapter ２ “Can you see that we are already in a Multilayered Society of Values?”—A perspective shift we want to present to the world
This is the second part of a series of interviews with Jun Sawada, Executive Chairman of NTT, who serves a…
2025.02.15
【Relay Interview 2】 Jun Sawada, Chairman of NTT：Chapter 1 Science and AI are changing our views on life and death—a sense of crisis is driving the creation of a new philosophy
The Institute is interviewing its key members in a relay format about what led them to begin this initiativ…
2025.02.14
Yasuo Deguchi and Markus Gabriel speak on AI ethics at Congreso Futuro in Chile
Professor Yasuo Deguchi of Kyoto University—who also serves as Co-Chair of the Kyoto Institute of Philosoph…
2025.01.31
【Relay Interview 1】Prof. Yasuo Deguchi of Kyoto University：Chapter ３ “‘You can’t do it alone’ as the Starting Point—Striving to Form an International ‘WE’ through Collaboration”
This is the last part of a series of interviews with Professor Yasuo Deguchi of Kyoto University, who serve…
2025.01.24
【Relay Interview 1】Prof. Yasuo Deguchi of Kyoto University：Chapter ２ “Values” Are the Adhesive That Enables Joint Action—If We Recognize Their Multi-Layeredness, Society Will Change
This is the second part of a series of interviews with Professor Yasuo Deguchi of Kyoto University, who ser…
2025.01.23
【Relay Interview 1】Prof. Yasuo Deguchi of Kyoto University：Chapter 1 “A new technology requires a new philosophy.” This idea has gained momentum, and a new research institute has been established
The Institute is interviewing its key members in a relay format about what led them to begin this initiativ…
2025.01.17
KIP appears on NHK BS Special “Capitalism of Desire 2025: The Truth and Lies of the Growth Myth”
The Kyoto Institute of Philosophy was featured in the NHK BS special "Capitalism of Desire 2025: The Truth …
2025.01.16
KIP scholars, students discuss ‘limits of intelligence’ in AI era at N.Y. workshop
Prof. Yasuo Deguchi of Kyoto University and Prof. Markus Gabriel of the University of Bonn took part in the…
2024.12.24
Renowned Japanese biologist Shinichi Fukuoka appointed as ‘ambassador’ to deepen thought on dynamic equilibrium
On the 20th, biologist Shinichi Fukuoka, professor at Aoyama Gakuin University's Department of Cultural and…
2024.12.20
KIP advisor, philosopher Markus Gabriel discusses AI, climate change threats in interview with The Yomiuri Shimbun
This article is only available in Japanese.
2024.11.29
Profs. Deguchi, Gabriel lecture in Germany as 300th anniversary of Kant’s birth observed
Professor Yasuo Deguchi, Co-Chairperson of the Kyoto Institute of Philosophy delivered an invited lecture a…
2024.11.28
Prof. Deguchi interacts with researchers of Japanese philosophy at Estonia conference
Professor Yasuo Deguchi, Co-Chairperson of the Kyoto Institute of Philosophy, visited Estonia as a keynote …
2024.11.27
Prof. Deguchi discusses “multilayered society of values” in public lecture
Professor Yasuo Deguchi of Kyoto University, Co-chairperson of the Kyoto Institute of Philosophy, and Profe…
2024.11.08
Prof. Gabriel debates “ethical capitalism” in seminar
On October 31, the Kyoto Institute of Philosophy held a seminar for special supporting members, where Profe…
2024.11.06
KIP appoints renowned German philosopher Markus Gabriel as Senior Global Adviser
Kyoto Institute of Philosophy (KIP) announced today that KIP has appointed Markus Gabriel, an up-and-coming…
2024.08.26
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