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(This is the Yamasa II Building Main Index file.)

The Yamasa II building is the original building at the Institute. It is located at the eastern end of the campus and usually hosts Yamasa's Academic Programs. It is 5 storeys high, and was purposed designed for language education. All classrooms significantly exceed the size required by government regulations.

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When you enter the building you will find a large lobby. On the left hand side is the telephone card vending machines, and the entrance to the ground floor classrooms, computer & resource room (library) facilities. On the right hand side there are some artifacts of the founder of the Hattori Foundation, including some items from the 1900 Paris Exposition.

The right side also houses a large faculty office where teams of instructors are based. The staircase leads to the Customer Services office.

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The lobby has a number of contemporary artworks on display. These include works by Ohira Minoru, Nakagawa Yoshinobu and Ida Shouichi.

The building has 15 classrooms and several consultation rooms, most of these are located on the 3rd and 4th floors. There is also a room with microwave ovens and hot water dispenser.

The teaching faculty have their main offices on the ground floor. The Student Services office is located on the ground floor. Students can access the 2nd, 3rd and 4th floors by using the elevator or the staircases. Most students visiting the Customer Services office prefer to use the stairs as it is quicker.

To view full details of the facilities please click on the link buttons on the left hand side of this page.

The Yamasa II building also hosts the headquarters of the Hattori Foundation. Please click here and browse these sections after you complete your tour of the Yamasa II building.

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