International Students Summit on Food, Agriculture and Environment (ISS)

International Students Summit on Food, Agriculture and Environment (ISS) is where student action meets global diversity.
Hosted by Tokyo NODAI, ISS is a unique platform where students from around the world share practical actions (individual or group-based) taken to address challenges related to food, agriculture, and the environment in their local communities. What sets ISS apart is its student-led nature: from preparation to presentation, the entire summit is organized and driven by students. Unlike traditional academic conferences that emphasize research, ISS focuses on real-life initiatives, making it an action-oriented and inclusive event. The diversity of participants from Tokyo NODAI’s global partner universities adds a rich variety of perspectives, sparking deeper discussions and innovative thinking. Many past participants have reported that ISS inspired them to think outside the box, influenced by the wide range of cultural and national viewpoints. Participants in this program are eligible to receive 2 undergraduate level academic credits from Tokyo NODAI upon successful completion of the program.

Please visit the ISS portal site for more information: http://www.isstokyonodai.net/  

The 24th International Students Summit on Food, Agriculture and Environment (ISS) ,2025

The 24th International Students Summit on Food, Agriculture, and Environment (ISS) was held at IPB University in Indonesia from September 3 to 6, 2025. Furthermore, ISS prioritizes the importance of nurturing the next generation by ensuring that students’ actions are sustainable and resilient for the future. This is why we hold the High School Poster Presentations every year.

On August 2, 2025 (1:00 PM–3:30 PM), the High School Poster Presentation and English Café were held concurrently with the Open Campus at Tokyo NODAI’s Setagaya Campus International Center.

• High School Poster Presentation

The 24th ISS Program Book

The 23rd International Students Summit on Food, Agriculture and Environment (ISS),2024

The 23rd International Students Summit on Food, Agriculture, and Environment(ISS) was held at the International Center on the Setagaya Campus from August 1 to 3, 2024, in a hybrid format (on-site and online).
Under the theme “Youth Actions and Collaboration towards Resilient Food Systems and Environmental Conservation,” the summit brought together 29 presenters from 21 universities across 19 countries and regions, along with 16 chairpersons.

On August 3, 2024 (10:00 AM – 3:00 PM)　the High School Poster Presentation and English Café were held concurrently with the Open Campus at Tokyo NODAI's Setagaya Campus International center.

• High School Poster Presentation

The 23rd ISS Program Book

The 22nd International Students Summit on Food, Agriculture and Environment (ISS) ,2023

After hosting the 20th (2021) and 21st (2022) ISS online and in hybrid formats due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2023 summit was held in person at the Setagaya Campus for the first time in four years. The event brought together 28 presenters from 19 universities across 19 countries and regions, along with 19 chairpersons, and featured lively and passionate discussions.

The 22nd ISS Program Book

「International Students Summit on Food, Agriculture and Environment(ISS)」is an annual event organized by Tokyo University of Agriculture where students and professors from global partner universities around the world gather to exchange ideas on food, agriculture, and environmental issues.

Past ISS

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The 20th

The 19th

The 18th

CIEP (Comprehensive International Education Program)

The Comprehensive International Education Program (CIEP) is one of Tokyo NODAI’s key initiatives to promote international education, continuously implemented since 2008.This program offers participants from Tokyo NODAI’s partner universities around the world a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of agriculture and food systems in Japan and across Asia. Through hands-on field activities conducted alongside local farmers, students explore key agricultural practices and technologies, experience the structure and function of Japan’s agricultural cooperatives (JA), and learn about national efforts in environmental conservation. The program is further enriched by the unique cultural and agricultural characteristics of the field locations visited. Special lectures and workshops that emphasize critical thinking in a diverse international setting enhance the academic depth of the experience. Working collaboratively from start to finish, students build strong cross-cultural connections and lay the foundation for future academic and professional collaborations. Participants in this program are eligible to receive 4 undergraduate level academic credits from Tokyo NODAI upon successful completion of the program.

2025 CIEP (Comprehensive International Education Program)

In 2025, the CIEP was based at our Okhotsk Campus in Abashiri, Hokkaido and conducted practical training across the entire coastal region of the Sea of Okhotsk in eastern Hokkaido. A total of 28 participants joined the program, including 16 Japanese students and 12 international students from 8 universities in 9 countries and regions.

2024 CIEP (Comprehensive International Education Program)

In 2024, the CIEP was based at our Okhotsk Campus in Abashiri, Hokkaido and conducted practical training across the entire coastal region of the Sea of Okhotsk in eastern Hokkaido. A total of 29 participants joined the program, including 18 Japanese students and 11 international students from 10 universities in 7 countries and regions.

2023 CIEP (Comprehensive International Education Program)

In 2023, the CIEP conducted practical agricultural training in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, which has been designated as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS). A total of 29 participants joined the program, including 19 Japanese students and 10 international students from ６ universities across various countries and regions.