Seminar "New Research on Japan and Asia"

The seminar included discussions and exchanges surrounding two new studies by Dr. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Hoa and MSc. Vu Thi Thanh Tuyen (Faculty of Oriental Studies).

Regarding the work "Investigating the terms 'honorary titles,' 'honorary titles,' 'elegant titles,' and 'special titles' in the vocabulary related to the Buddha in Chinese Buddhist scriptures," Dr. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Hoa shared: Buddhism is a major religion in the world with profound influence in many aspects, mainly religion, thought, culture, art, and language in several countries in the Asian region. Chinese Buddhist scriptures are a valuable linguistic treasure with a vast number of words and rich, diverse content, serving as a basis for conducting research on Buddhism in general as well as linguistic research in particular. The group of terms "honorary titles," "honorary titles," "elegant titles," etc., related to the Buddha appear quite frequently in Buddhist scriptures. They contain interesting aspects that few people pay attention to. This article first aims to introduce the content of these special words, then attempts to point out the common characteristics of the logical basis for word formation in each subgroup from both a religious and linguistic perspective; and at the same time, to show the close relationship between language and religion, as expressed through this group of words. The article hopes to provide those who frequently read Buddhist scriptures with additional knowledge to gain a deeper understanding of Buddhist texts.

Professor Vu Duong Ninh - Chairman of the seminar

Next, Ms. Vu Thi Thanh Tuyen presented her paper on "The Isson-Ippin Movement in Japan, 1980-2000 – Reasons for Success and Lessons Learned for Vietnam in the Construction of New Rural Areas." The "Isson-Ippin Movement," also known as the "One Village, One Product" movement, was initiated and established in Oita Prefecture, Japan, in 1979. It is one of Japan's exemplary movements for building and developing new rural areas. The success of the Isson-Ippin Movement in Japan has contributed to opening new avenues for many developing countries and regions around the world to learn from and apply in their rural development efforts. The main content of the report clarifies the context of its origin; the content, principles, and activities of the movement in Japan during the 1980-2000 period; and points out the reasons for its success and the lessons learned.

Dr. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Hoa presented the report.

Ms. Vu Thi Thanh Tuyen answers questions from the reviewers.

The seminar "New Research on Japan and Asia" is a scientific forum for young researchers of the Faculty of Oriental Studies to present their new research; it also serves as a platform for exchanging scientific information and research methods with scientists inside and outside the university. This series of activities has been running for over three years and has yielded positive results in improving the quality of scientific research among the faculty members.

Mr. Takaaki Yoneyama (Deputy Chief Representative of the Toshiba Foundation for International Exchange in Vietnam) spoke at the seminar.

Dr. Luu Tuan Anh presents a gift of gratitude to Mr. Takaaki Yoneyama.

The delegates took a commemorative photo after the seminar concluded.