Japan Endocrine Society Celebrates 100th Anniversary: '100 Years of Pride, Challenge, and Creation' — Commemorative Ceremony to be Held in Kyoto

April 3, 2026 Japan Endocrine Society

The Japan Endocrine Society (Representative Director: Yoshihiro Ogawa) will reach its 100th anniversary in 2026. Since its founding in 1925, the society has led the development of endocrinology in Japan. To mark this milestone, a commemorative ceremony will take place in June 2026 in Kyoto, the city of its origin.

During the same period, the society will host the 22nd International Congress of Endocrinology (ICE2026) and the 99th Annual Meeting of the Japan Endocrine Society (JES2026). These events will serve as a global platform for researchers and clinicians while providing the general public with the latest health insights through public lectures.

### Press Conference (April 22 - Hybrid Format) A press conference will be held prior to the main events to introduce the 100th-anniversary projects and highlights of the international congress. - **Date**: Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 9:45–10:45 AM - **Venue**: AP Tokyo Yaesu 11F, Meeting Room M (Planned) - **Format**: Hybrid (In-person and Zoom) - **Speakers**: Yoshihiro Ogawa (Representative Director), Hirotaka Shibata (Vice Representative Director), Mitsuhito Hashimoto (Vice Representative Director), and task force members. - **Registration Deadline**: April 20 via Google Forms.

### ICE2026/JES2026 Media Coverage (Free of Charge) Members of the media are invited to cover the main congress in Kyoto. - **Dates**: June 2 (Tue) – June 6 (Sat), 2026 - **Venue**: Kyoto International Conference Center - **Registration Deadline**: May 26 via Google Forms.

### 100th Anniversary Commemorative Projects The society is undertaking several initiatives to reflect on its history and look toward the future: - **Commemorative Ceremony**: June 5, 2026, at the Kyoto International Conference Center. - **International Research Fund**: Establishment of a fund to promote international exchange and research. - **Symphonic Poem 'Hormone'**: A special musical composition to be debuted at the ceremony. - **Publications**: Special 100th-anniversary issues of journals and commemorative books. - **Special Video**: Highlighting the global academic contributions of Japanese researchers. - **Exhibitions**: Showcasing rare documents from founder Dr. Kanji Tsuji and items related to Dr. Jokichi Takamine and others. - **Public Engagement**: A first-of-its-kind collaboration with YouTube group QuizKnock for digital content and public lectures. - **Items**: 100th-anniversary logo, ties, and scarves.

### ICE2026/JES2026 Overview - **Theme**: Enlightened Endocrinology in Unprecedented Times This will be the third time Japan hosts the International Congress of Endocrinology (ICE), following events in 1988 and 2010. It will share the forefront of endocrinology and promote cross-disciplinary collaboration.

### About the Japan Endocrine Society Established in 1925, it is the world's second-oldest endocrine society. With over 10,000 members, it spans a wide range of activities from basic research to clinical practice.