HOME > Graduate School > Notices > Others

Last modified on June 16, 2026

Notices

Others June 16, 2026

(From Center for Academic Writing at Komaba) Writing & Presentation Support (Master's Theses and Journal Article Publications) / Writing Center

Center for Academic Writing at Komaba (CAWK) provides support for students' learning, coursework, and research. Below is an overview of our tutorials, language support, and related events.

[Support Services / Tutorial]
English / Japanese Support (for Master's Students):

  • CAWK offers one-on-one tutorial support for UTokyo master's students (humanities and social sciences).
  • We assist with academic writing and research, including master's theses and journal article publications, as well as oral presentations such as class presentations and conference talks.
  • In tutorials, you can consult individually with a graduate student tutor about your work.
  • Sessions last 40-80 minutes and are available either on Zoom or at CAWK.
  • You are welcome to book / use a session at any stage, from developing ideas and structure to polishing a near-final draft. We also offer presentation rehearsal sessions and provide feedback.

Second Foreign Language Support

  • We provide one-on-one speaking practice in the following second foreign languages:
    Italian, Korean, Spanish, German, Chinese and French.
  • Sessions are tailored to your proficiency level and are offered in person or via Zoom
  • Some languages are supported by native-speaking TAs!

How to Use :

  • Advance Reservation: Please make a reservation through our booking website.
  • Walk-in Consultation: Please come directly to the center (Bldg.10 1st Floor 103-104). Please note that consultations may not be available if all slots are full. Availability can be easily checked via X (@CAWK_UT) , Bluesky or at the reception desk.
  • Consultation Locations:
    • Center for Academic Writing at Komaba (CAWK) : Room 103-104, 1st Floor, Building 10, Komaba I Campus
    • Online (Zoom)
  • Fee: Free of charge
  • More Detail: https://cawk.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp/

[Events and Workshops]

Writing Cafe
The Writing Cafe serves as a virtual study space, offering participants an ideal environment to advance their research. It is designed for those who: 

  • find it challenging to maintain focus while studying alone
  • want to keep motivated when working at home
  • wish to enhance their productivity in a limited timeframe
  • feel uneasy working alone on a paper
  • wish to have a colleague with whom you could work

We encourage participants to set outputs (results/goals) such as making memos, even if it is just summarizing materials or reading.
During breaks and at the end of the session, participants can refresh themselves with conversations about their research and work, along with reporting their progress.

The appeal of the Writing Cafe is not only to improve your research efficiency through short, concentrated work, but also to interact and connect with other researchers across fields! Please feel free to join us.

We've also launched an X account -- @CAWK_EVENT_UT -- to share updates and live coverage of our events. Please follow us for the latest information!

Event flow:
(1) Declare your tasks and goal for the day.
(2) Engage in research activities while connected via Zoom.
*Utilize timed intervals, alternating between focused work and casual interaction.
*Feel free to turn your camera on or off during the session.
(3) Share your progress and outcomes.
(4) Casual discussions and exchange information on specific topics *optional

Language：Mainly Japanese
*You are also welcome to use English during the discussion session.
*Please note that instructions and guidance in the event are only in Japanese.

Available for：All members of the University of Tokyo (no restriction on year or field of study)

★ Participation is open to all students regardless of department or year!
★ Friends of participants from other universities or researchers from other institutions are also very welcome!
★ Whether you are based at Komaba or Hongo Campus, we warmly invite you to join!

How to Join：【By the end of the event】Please fill the registration form

Return to previous page