We hope to contribute to the progress of the future of humanity while maintaining a balance between the development of science and civilization and the enrichment of the human spirit.

Kyoto Prize is an international award of Japanese origin, presented to individuals who have made a significant contribution to "the development of science and civilization" and "the enrichment of the human spirit." Kazuo Inamori founded the Inamori Foundation in 1984 based on his life philosophy, and the first prize was awarded in 1985.
In the Commemorative Lectures, you can learn about the laureates' research and achievements as well as their personalities, including their perspectives on life, value and ideas. We welcome you to watch and enjoy their lectures.

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• Advanced Technology
  • Electronics
  • Biotechnology and Medical Technology
  • Materials Science and Engineering
  • Information Science
• Basic Sciences
  • Biological Sciences (Evolution, Behavior, Ecology, Environment)
  • Mathematical Sciences（including Pure Mathematics）
  • Earth and Planetary Sciences, Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Life Sciences（Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Neurobiology）
• Arts and Philosophy
  • Music
  • Arts（Painting, Sculpture, Craft, Architecture, Photography, Design, etc.）
  • Theater, Cinema
  • Thought and Ethics