[Special Feature] JIU Ono Brothers, twins

Brothers Ono Soushi (left: second-year student in the Department Department of Management Sciences Faculty of Management and Information Sciences Science) and Ono Sota (right: second-year student in the Department of Department of Physical Therapy Faculty of Social Work Studies Studies) are in different departments but both study at Josai International University and are active on the soccer team.
They talked about how they both went to the same university, their activities in the soccer club, and university life.

What motivated them to apply to Josai International University and why they both chose the same university

Sota: When I was thinking about going on to higher education, I wanted to become a physical therapist, so I attended an open campus event. At the same time, I knew that Soushi would also be attending soccer club practice, so I joined him. There, I was told that it was possible to balance my studies with club activities, so I decided to apply to Josai International University. At other universities, it is often said that it is difficult to continue club activities while aiming to become a physical therapist, so I feel that this is a major attraction of Josai International University.

Soushi: When I was in high school, I was offered a sports recommendation. I actually got to participate in soccer club practice, and I thought my family would feel more at ease if I went to the same university as Sota, so I applied to the same university. There was absolutely no resistance to the two of us going to the same university, and I think my family was happy that we were both able to go to the same university.

The good thing about attending school with twins

Hayashi: "Leaving your family and living in an unfamiliar place can be a challenge, and it can feel lonely at times. But having a brother who I can be with without worrying about anything, who is attending the same university, and who is even living in the same room as the soccer club in the dormitory, is a great support."

Sota: When I forget something, they bring it to me, so I'm very grateful. But sometimes I get too dependent on them and they get angry. (laughs)

Soccer club activities and goals

Sota: Club activities have one day off per week, and practice starts at 7am. Practice finishes in time for the first period class, so it doesn't interfere with my studies. I'm currently on the B team, but I'd like to move up to the A team and do my best to contribute to the team.

Soushi: There are a lot of matches on the weekends, and people tend to think that club activities are tough, but it's something I love, so I enjoy it. I want to achieve results in the soccer club and contribute to the team's results, but I also want to cherish the attitude of working hard and never giving up, and seeing things through to the end.

About Campus Life

Sota: I feel that the students in Department of Physical Therapy get along very well, regardless of gender. In particular, during the period leading up to the practical exam called "OSCE (OSCE)*," there was an atmosphere of "Let's all pass together" throughout the year, and I felt a strong sense of unity.
*OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination)

Soushi: In my "Sports Science" class, I was able to experience sports like boccia and molkky, which I had never tried before, and it was very stimulating. I also listened to my senior who works in real estate, and I was attracted to the job, so I am currently aiming to obtain a qualification in the field.

Sota: There are a lot of exams in Department of Physical Therapy, so I study for them every day. I'm very grateful that Soushi helps me with everyday life, such as preparing meals.

Soushi: Compared to Department of Management Sciences, the thickness of the textbooks in Department of Physical Therapy is completely different, which surprised me. During exam periods, Sota comes home looking sleepy after studying in the library, so I try to support him as much as I can.

The Ono brothers, who kindly agreed to be interviewed

Future goals

Soshi: Although we are on different paths, we each have our own goals and want to see them through to the end without giving up. Also, I am where I am today because my family encouraged me to go to university, so I want to do my best to live up to their support.

Sota: My goal is to excel in both academics and sports. I want to live up to the expectations of my mother, who encouraged me to continue both my club activities and studies without giving up, and to balance my studies, practical training, and club activities until the very end, while enjoying a fulfilling university life.

The Ono brothers playing soccer together