Sharing the philosophy of monotsukuri with MIT and Harvard students Tokyo Tech has long been distinguished by its contributions to Japanese industrial development, and manufacturing in particular, through its education and research in the fields of science and technology. A fundamental aspect of education and research at the Institute is monotsukuri, the Japanese work ethic and philosophy in which one possesses the spirit or state of mind to manufacture goods of utmost quality and excellence as well as the ability to continue improving the processes thereof. Appreciating the learning opportunities presented by hands-on experience with traditional manufacturing processes and observation of a master craftsman, Tokyo Tech faculty members began organizing a