After World War Ⅱ, KUFS founders Ichiro Morita and Shizuko Morita believed that it was imperative for the realization of world peace that Japanese people acquire foreign language skills and deepen their understanding of foreign countries and regions.

Based on this conviction, they established a university in Kyoto, Japan's ancient capital.

Today, the university's motto, PAX MUNDI PER LINGUAS (World Peace through Languages), holds greater meaning than ever for achieving true understanding among people worldwide.

The university's motto encourages us to build a unique network for peace through study of various languages and cultures and by promoting exchange with people around the world.