Abstract
I came to Juntendo University directly after graduating from Iwate Medical University in 1975. After finishing a two-year training course, I became a member of the Rheumatology Division at Juntendo University in 1977. Immunology fascinatedme, and my research centered on the regulation of IgE production. I continuedmy research career at Tokyo University (Department of Immunology) from 1978 to 1981 and New York University Medical Center (Department of Pathology) from 1981 to 1983. From 1983 to 1994, I worked as a clinician and researcher at the Rheumatology Division of Juntendo University. I joined the Hematology Division of Juntendo University in 1994, and my research field shifted to transplantation immunology. Juntendo Nerima Hospital was the final destination of my medical career, to which I moved in 2005. At Juntendo Nerima Hospital, I not only worked as a clinician, but also had the pleasure of educating young doctors. Looking back on my 37-year career, Juntendo has taught me the most important fundamentals of human relationships, such as humanity and kindness, through working with colleagues, nurses, and patients.
