Professor Sato
Professor Emeritus, Nippon Institute of Technology
For many years, Professor Sato has been engaged in research and practical initiatives related to renewable energy, regional environmental development, and sustainable agriculture.
His work focuses on integrating scientific expertise with local community efforts, including smart agriculture, promotion of regional SDGs, and the development of handmade biogas systems.
Currently serving as a Director at the NPO Renewable Energy Promotion Association, he actively promotes environmental education and the adoption of renewable energy both domestically and internationally. He has also been deeply involved in environmental policy and education at the local level, contributing to the realization of a sustainable society.
Major Positions Held
Professor Emeritus, Nippon Institute of Technology
Director, NPO Renewable Energy Promotion Association
Chairperson, Environmental Council of Kuki City (1994–2021)
Advisor, Miyashiro Town Children’s Environmental Conference (2004–2024)
Key Regional Initiatives
Nippon Institute of Technology Smart Agriculture Center (2024–present)
Development of climate-resilient agricultural environments and high-efficiency, high-quality crop production
FM Watarase Radio Program Production (2024)
“14-Year-Olds’ Radio Name”: Poetry reading and interviews on school life and dreams
Reconstruction Agency “New Tohoku Pioneer Project” (2012–2013)
Promotion of satoyama capitalism in Ryozen Town, Date City, Fukushima Prefecture
Miyashiro SDGs Project, Mitsui & Co. Environmental Fund (2019–2021)
Community-based local food and energy production
Biogas System Installations (Handmade Units)
Miyashiro Town, Saitama
Nippon Institute of Technology (2021) / Hiruta Farm (2020)
Nakashibetsu Town, Hokkaido — Takeshita Farm (2019)
Minamisoma City, Fukushima — Asagao Social Welfare Corporation (2018)
Kisarazu City, Chiba — Kamatari Elementary School (2015)
Republic of Palau (2014)
Bali Island, Indonesia (2013)
Ryozen Town, Date City, Fukushima (2011)
Fields of Expertise
Renewable Energy
Regional Environmental Development
Smart Agriculture
Environmental Education
SDGs Implementation
Mr. Imoto
Specially Appointed Professor, Japan University of Economics
Mr. Imoto holds degrees in Agriculture from Tokyo University of Agriculture and in Buddhist Studies from Rissho University.
With extensive experience in international cooperation, peacebuilding, and agricultural development, he has worked across Asia and Africa, including field missions in Somalia and Cambodia with the Japan International Volunteer Center.
In Myanmar, he has led grassroots initiatives supporting ethnic minorities and post-war recovery efforts. As a Buddhist monk, he has built interfaith and regional networks across more than 20 countries, combining spirituality with practical social engagement.
He currently serves as a Specially Appointed Professor at the Japan University of Economics.
Main Publications, Papers, and Presentations
Publications
The Path to Shihō Sanga (Self-published, 2005)
Zero Fighter of Burma (Shūkōsha Publishing, September 2013)
The Return of the Zero Fighter of Burma (Shūkōsha Publishing, July 2019; co-authored)
Papers
“A Personal View on the Formation of the Lotus Sutra” (Hokke Gakuhō, No. 10, November 2000)
“Pioneering the Kanjin Honzon-shō” (Hokke Buddhism Research Association, February 2010)
“Toward a Global Restoration” (Shihō Sanga, February 2004)
Key Roles
Field Staff, Japan International Volunteer Center (Somalia, Cambodia)
Vice Representative, Greater Mekong Center (NPO)
Representative Director, Japan-Myanmar Future Conference
Senior Buddhist Monk (Leader of Shihō Sōgya Network)
Specially Appointed Professor, Japan University of Economics
Expertise
Peace Mediation & Conflict Resolution
Agricultural Development
Buddhist Studies
After graduating from the Department of Political Science at Takushoku University, he worked in overseas sales at a semiconductor trading company for approximately 10 years. During that time, he was stationed in Seoul, South Korea for five years, where he gained firsthand experience with the challenges of the residence system, including procedures for renewing residence status as a foreign national.
He later served as an International Investigator at the Chiba Prefectural Police for about 25 years. In this role, he focused on criminal investigations involving foreign nationals, developing deep, practical insights into multicultural coexistence and legal compliance in international contexts.
In 2022, he passed the Administrative Scrivener Examination, and in 2023, he established his own Administrative Scrivener Office. He currently provides support related to residence and employment systems for both foreign nationals and companies, with a strong focus on legal compliance and social integration, working toward the realization of a “society where we live together.”
Main Career
Semiconductor Trading Company (Overseas Sales, stationed in Korea)
International Investigator, Chiba Prefectural Police (approx. 25 years)
Administrative Scrivener (from 2023 – Administrative Scrivener Office opened)
Specialty Areas
Foreigner Support and Residence System
Foreigner Employment Support
International Crime Investigation
Multicultural Coexistence
Career History
Born in March 1967, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Graduated from the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Political Science and Economics, Takushoku University
1999: Appointed International Investigator, Chiba Prefectural Police
2022: Passed the Administrative Scrivener Examination
2023: Opened Administrative Scrivener Office
Taking advantage of diversity to contribute to the profit and growth of individuals and companies.
