In the 21st century, as a multicultural society, education at the global citizen level is necessary to promote understanding of different cultures and multicultural coexistence.　In this joint research, the researcher would like to present the study results on Japanese and Koreans’ thinking and lifestyles throughout the annual events.　It is also meaningful to publish a book on modern Japan Korea, suitable for intercultural understanding for university student education in Korea and Japan.

Specifically, two studies were conducted.　The first is a study on the understanding of Japanese and Korean cultures from the perspective of global citizenship.　Second, research on the language and culture of Japanese and Koreans, including the culture of annual events, was conducted.

Japan and Korea are geographically and culturally close, and there are many elements that can coexist with each other.　In particular, there are many elements of language and culture that can be communicated with each other on a daily basis.　It is essential for Japanese and Koreans to understand each other's culture; in particular, living in the 21st century, they should mutually respect and share their knowledge.　The researcher has been educating on modern Japan for a long time at a Korean university. However, in Korea, there are no suitable textbooks regarding modern Japan. Thus, the researcher would like to take this opportunity to write a textbook.　This joint research aims to collect data and gather experience regarding modern Japan and present the results.

The researcher looked up and copied the materials in the University of Hyogo's library. He also gave one lecture to college students and one lecture to teachers.

First Time
Target audience: University of Hyogo Global Business Course students (100 people)
Topic: Language and Culture Exchange and the 4th Industrial Revolution
Content: Gave lectures on internationalization and globalization in the 21st century that transcends time and space, individuals, countries, and nations. In the age of information and environment, the researcher also read lectures on the establishment of geographical solidarity and networks. The researcher also talked about the importance of AI, IoT, and Big Data which are key points for new professions and human resource development in the future. The researcher also explained the logical thinking and problem-solving skills needed by a talented person in a future society that requires insight.

Second Time
Target audience: University of Hyogo faculty members (120 people)
Topic: 4th Industrial Revolution and Innovation in University Education
Content: World and Korean university education / Resetting the curriculum / Diversification of educational methods / Establishment of educational environment infrastructure / Nurturing diverse talents / Dong-A University Education innovation until 2024 / The elements of the 4th industrial revolution / Era of change / Futurology

(1)Results
1) The researcher was able to examine the papers on Japanese speech behavior and modern Japan.
2) The significance of studying other languages and cultures for cross-cultural communication was confirmed.
3) A questionnaire survey on the global citizenship of Japanese and Koreans has been compiled.
4) It was possible to examine the current status and challenges related to Japan's international understanding.

(2) Assignments
1) Preparation of questionnaires and investigation of Koreans’ awareness of and perceptions regarding modern Japan
2) Preparation of questionnaires and investigation of Japanese people's awareness and understanding of modern Korea
3) Writing the thesis: “A study on the Current Japanese for Korean Japanese learners”
4) Writing the textbook Modern Japan, based on international understanding