Currently celebrating its 120th anniversary, Nihon University originated with the establishing of Nihon Law School in 1889. Since its foundation, the university has maintained a position at the forefront of tertiary education and research, consistently demonstrating a global perspective coupled with an enterprising spirit. In addition to its educational role as an institution offering a wide range of fields of study, Nihon University is also active in the areas of health care, continuing education, and a variety of other activities designed to contribute to the development of society as a whole.