First of all, I would like to thank the teachers and staff at Irkutsk State University and Kanazawa University for taking care of me.
This studying at Irkutsk State University was a very meaningful time for me.

During my study abroad, I learned about electrochemistry in the laboratory of Prof. Alexander Safronov. At the recommendation of the professor, I was able to measure electrochemical measurements with polyoxometalates, my research subject, and gained knowledge that could be applied to my research at Kanazawa University. The experiments were basically conducted on weekdays during the study abroad period. It was a good memory for me that various students visited the laboratory and I was able to communicate with them.

Experiment scene

During the holidays, kind students taught us how to make borsch and took us to a restaurant of Buryat cuisine. Everything is a new experience and I am very grateful to them!

Borsch made with everyone

I have also participated in an event called Health Day organized by students of the Faculty of Science.　It was a very good time for me to enjoy the general Russian play and delicious food.

Health Day

On the last day, I made a presentation in front of many students and felt that I had a good ending for studying abroad.
Once again, thank you to the people who helped me.

Sotaro KAMAKURA