Japan · Ottoman Empire History · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Prof. Kayoko Hayashi

Eminent Japanese historian of the Middle East and Ottoman Empire, examining Islamic religious foundations (waqf), female urban property ownership, and early modern Turkish socio-economic history.

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Documented research interests and leadership

Research areas: Ottoman Empire History, Islamic Waqf Systems, Socio-Economic History of Istanbul
Academic position: President of Tokyo University of Foreign Studies & Professor of Ottoman History
Primary university source: Official directory entry ↗
Recruitment status: Not verified. Leadership profile does not imply active vacancies or assistantship availability.

Supervision and contact

Students interested in graduate or doctoral research supervision in Ottoman Empire History, Islamic Waqf Systems, Socio-Economic History of Istanbul are advised to consult formal department application channels.

TUFS guide ↗Social-sciences subject guide ↗Mentorship ↗

Important verification note

Facts reflect official university directory records reviewed 2026-10-15. Faculty recruitment and admissions require formal application.

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