Judicial Renaissance Japan

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September 28, 2026 to October 2, 2026

Our Judicial Renaissance course diverges from the traditional NJC curriculum, offering participants a profound "Renaissance" of the mind and spirit.

Rediscover the Art of Justice at Judicial Renaissance: Japan

Please join us for an opportunity to learn about Japan's judicial system at the Supreme Court of Japan in the heart of Tokyo. Meet Japanese judges to share experiences regarding jury trials, judicial ethics and judicial training while experiencing the rich culture of Japan. Participants may bring a guest to the cultural events for an additional fee. More details to follow.

This course is open to judges and attorneys. Guests are welcome and may attend course activities for an additional fee.

Why Attend?

Reconnect with the Roots of Justice: Delve into the timeless wisdom of the classics, exploring how ancient philosophy, literature, and art inform today’s legal and ethical frameworks.

Expand Your Perspective: Engage with renowned philosophers, historians, and artists who bring fresh insights into the role of judges as societal pillars and ethical stewards.

Enrich Your Judicial Practice: Participate in sessions that elevate critical thinking, moral reasoning, and holistic approaches to justice, going beyond law to the very essence of human experience.

Experience a conference unlike any other—where intellectual tradition and judicial innovation come together in a Renaissance of justice. Rediscover the depth and richness of your role in the judiciary and leave inspired to bring a broader, more profound perspective to your work.

Embrace the Renaissance of Justice. Register today for Judicial Renaissance: Japan!

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Previous Judicial Renaissances have been held in Bordeaux, France; Seoul, South Korea; Athens, Greece; and Lisbon, Portugal.

Tuition covers course fees, a cultural activity and group dinner, and breakfast and lunches. Tuition does not include airfare, lodging or other dinners. Please click Register to join the interested list to receive updates as they become available.

The National Judicial College’s Judicial Renaissance course is an innovative and transformative experience for the judiciary. It’s an intellectual retreat that transcends the boundaries of conventional legal education, immersing judges in the deep and diverse currents from which the law itself has emerged. Here, participants will traverse the vast landscapes of history, philosophy, the arts, humanities, and sciences, uncovering the rich tapestry that informs the very essence of jurisprudence.

This is more than just a study program—it’s an intellectual odyssey that rekindles the ageless pursuit of wisdom and justice. It’s a conclave where legal minds come to learn from the past and grasp the big ideas shaping our future. With guidance from a cadre of luminaries across varied disciplines, judges will explore enduring human achievements and the foundational principles of justice.

In joining the Judicial Renaissance course, judges are not merely expanding their legal expertise; they are embarking on a quest to broaden their horizons and deepen their understanding of the human condition. It’s an invitation to be part of a community that values lifelong learning and to contribute to a dialogue that elevates the administration of justice to its noblest form. This course isn’t just an education; it’s an inspiration—a chance to engage with the big ideas revolutionizing our world and to reaffirm one’s vocation to serve the timeless cause of justice.

This course may be eligible CJE credit hours. Due to the international scope of this course, and collaboration with other international schools of judicial training, NJC cannot predict the number of CLE/CJE credits that will be approved by your state.

Registration fee includes: tuition fees, cultural activity (including a dinner), lunches. Registration does not include: airfare, lodging or dinner (except for the social activity) or other meals outside of course hours.

Registration is first come, first served. Given the significant interest, we recommend you register early. 

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