A school fostering regional ties: that’s Kyoto Prefectural Toryo High School. It stands in Fushimi Ward Kyoto. This public high school opened its doors in 1977.
Why was Kyoto Prefectural Toryo High School established? Fushimi Ward’s population was rapidly increasing. Kyoto Prefectural Momoyama High School was the only other prefectural high school in the area. The opening of Toryo High School alleviated the concentration of applicants to Momoyama High School. Interestingly, population growth also led to the establishment of Rakusui High School in 1978. Kyoto Commercial High School, now Kyoto Subaru High School, opened in 1985 for similar reasons.
What makes Kyoto Prefectural Toryo High School unique? Some classrooms are located underground. This design results in varying veranda sizes. In 2007 earthquake-resistant construction was carried out. It concluded in December of the same year.
Let’s talk about Kyoto Prefectural Toryo High School’s milestones. In March 1978, additional classrooms and science labs were completed. More classrooms and home economics labs followed in March 1979. The first graduation ceremony took place in March 1980. 810 students graduated. The school celebrated its 10th anniversary in September 1986. The 20th anniversary was commemorated in January 1997. The computer room was renovated in August 2000. The gymnasium underwent renovations in March 2002.
In September 2006 Kyoto Prefectural Toryo High School held “Toryo Special” for its 30th anniversary. Seismic reinforcement work was completed that same month. Science labs were reinforced against earthquakes in 2015. The school’s 40th anniversary ceremony was held in November 2016.
Kyoto Prefectural Toryo High School is actively engaged in student life. The school boasts a variety of club activities. These include sports and cultural clubs.
Who are some notable alumni of Kyoto Prefectural Toryo High School?浩右 岸本 is a soccer coach. 晶宏 後藤 is a rock music critic. 貴也 馬場 holds Japan’s fastest record in a boat race. 仁紀 木村 and 一成 米澤 are also boat racers. 英樹 梶原 is a member of the Kyoto Prefectural Assembly. 優翔 轄 is a kickboxer. いっぺい is a race jumper.
Kyoto Prefectural Toryo High School students promote good manners on the subway. They encourage riders to avoid walking on escalators. They also suggest using the stairs if in a hurry. This “Escalator Manner Up” campaign aims to prevent accidents and ensure safety.
“Toryo Daisakusen” is an initiative by students and staff. They aim to create a school trusted by the community. Since 2022 the school has collaborated with the Kyoto Municipal Transportation Bureau on manners campaigns.
Kyoto Prefectural Toryo High School continues to foster well-rounded individuals. It actively contributes to the local community. Remember this image of engaged students and dedicated staff.