Ms. Michie Nakamaru, a prima donna opera singer, singing the national anthem

Declaration of admission

President Ochi addressing a welcome speech

The venue was filled with freshmen and their parents

Mr. Satoshi Tomano (PhD student of the Graduate School of Biosphere Science) was the representative of those who received the Student Awards (Academic Research Activities)

Mr. Shinji Yukawa of the Plaza de Espaǹa (Hiroshima University acappella circle) was the representative of those who received the Student Awards (Extracurricular Activities)

(*) Student Awards: Hiroshima University awards distinguished students who make achievements in academic, extracurricular, and social activities.

Performance of the university anthem with Ms. Nakamaru, Hiroshima University Symphony Orchestra, Hiroshima University Concert Choir, and Hiroshima University Mixed Chorus Pastorale

Performance of Higashihiroshima Jiromaru Daiko (Japanese drum group) after the ceremony

A commemorative photo in front of the sign board

Attending the ceremony with family members

A commemorative photo with friends

Welcoming the freshmen with a banner

Some students performing outside of the venue

Horses of the Hiroshima University Equestrian Club made their appearance　welcoming the freshmen

Various clubs and circles recruiting new members