Sport and the University of Tokyo
“Instead of being a fat pig, become a lean Socrates.”
Instead of being a fat pig, become a powerful Socrates. Illustration: Jo Okada
These words were left to posterity 40 years ago by the 18th president of the University, Prof. Kazuo Okochi. These words also reflect the former president’s desire for University of Tokyo students to remain constantly questioning and inquisitive, and to never rest on their laurels, even after graduation.
However, Socrates himself was apparently a muscular man with a love of wrestling. It seems the philosophers of ancient Greece required a powerful physique in order to ponder the meaning of all things. If that is the case, it would perhaps be better to rephrase the words of Prof. Okochi.
“Instead of being a fat pig, become a powerful Socrates” (by Prof. Senshi Fukashiro). In this edition we introduce the “Socrates” of the University of Tokyo, who epitomize the ideal of excellence in both academic studies and sporting prowess.
Uniforms of University of Tokyo sports teams
Ice Hockey Club
Softball Club
Kunstturnen Team
Cheerleaders
Baseball Club
Water Polo Team
Football Club
Golf Club
Ski Team
Figure Skating Club
Badminton Team
Handball Team
Fencing Club
Bowling Club
Boxing Club
Hockey Club
Yacht Racing Team
Rugby Football Club
Wrestling Club
Archery Club
Karate Team
Aikido Club
Bicycle Club, Racing Team
Bicycle Club, Touring Part
Automobile Club
Junko Baseball Club
Swim Team
Rowing Club
Sumo Club
Table Tennis Team
Men’s Basketball Club
Men’s Volleyball Team
Men’s Lacrosse Team
Tennis Team
Soft Tennis Team
Rubber-ball Baseball Team
Equestrian Team
Archery Team
Taido Club
Women’s Basketball Club
Women’s Volleyball Team
Women’s Lacrosse Team