Amidst this tranquil spot stands the \u6e08\u751f\u5b78\u820e\u767a\u7965\u306e\u5730 Stele. It marks a place of significant history. This stele commemorates the \u6e08\u751f\u5b78\u820e. It was a school founded by Tai Hasegawa in 1876.
\u6e08\u751f\u5b78\u820e aimed to prepare students for medical practice. It focused on western medicine. The name \u6e08\u751f means to widely save people from suffering. This reflects the school’s core mission.
Tai Hasegawa established \u6e08\u751f\u5b78\u820e to realize two founding spirits. These were Saisei-Kyumin and Kokki-Junko. Saisei-Kyumin means to save people widely. Kokki-Junko means to discard oneself to serve the public. These principles guided the school.
Many aspiring doctors gathered here from across the country. They aimed to pass medical licensure exams. The school supported students with ties to Sato Takachu. Sato Takachu was associated with Juntendo. Students often attended Juntendo for clinical training.
In 1879 a fire destroyed the \u6e08\u751f\u5b66\u820e school building. It relocated temporarily. It moved to the headmaster’s residence and nearby land. Later in 1882 it moved again. It found a new home in Yushima. This is where Garden Palace now stands. A formal school building was constructed. An affiliated hospital and pharmacy were added. The school was then named Tokyo Medical Speciality School. It was also known as \u6e08\u751f\u5b66\u820e.
The \u6e08\u751f\u5b66\u820e flourished. However, in 1903, Hasegawa announced its closure. After 28 years the school’s history came to an end. During that time over 21000 students studied there. More than 9600 doctors graduated. The \u6e08\u751f\u5b66\u820e played a crucial role. It contributed greatly to modern medical education. It helped advance regional healthcare in Japan.
Even after its closure teachers and alumni cherished its memory. Several medical training societies formed. One of these became the foundation for a new school. In 1904, Private Nippon Medical School was established. Today it has developed into Nippon Medical University. It stands in Sendagi. The spirit of \u6e08\u751f\u5b66\u820e continues.
The \u6e08\u751f\u5b66\u820e’s influence extended beyond. Tokyo Women’s Medical University also traces its roots back. Each institution forged its own path.
There are actually two monuments related to this site. One is the stele erected by Juntendo. It faces Sotobori Street. The other is an information board. It was set up by Bunkyo Ward. It stands near the water supply. The stele was placed in 2011. The information board dates back to 1988.
It is important to note that neither monument marks the original location. The original site was near the water supply. It was destroyed by fire. The monuments were moved to their current locations.
Tai Hasegawa the founder was born as the son of a doctor. He studied at Juntendo and the Western Medical Institute. He also served during the Boshin War.
The Meiji era saw many infectious diseases. The government promoted western medicine. Hasegawa established \u6e08\u751f\u5b66\u820e to help prepare students for medical exams. It helped address the shortage of doctors trained in western medicine.
The \u6e08\u751f\u5b66\u820e\u767a\u7965\u306e\u5730 Stele stands as a testament. It marks the beginning of a significant chapter. It is a chapter in Japan’s medical history. It reminds us of the dedication to save people widely. It embodies selfless service to society.