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I am a cultural psychologist from Japan interested in the intersection of cultural diversity and
human universals. My research focuses on understanding mental health and psychological well-being in diverse cultural contexts (e.g., Canadian vs. Japanese) and among underrepresented minorities (e.g., immigrants, racialized communities). Central to my work is the investigation of how political, social, and cultural factors—such as healthcare systems, the professionalization of mental health, and cultural norms and beliefs—uniquely shape mental health experiences and outcomes. I adopt interdisciplinary approaches (drawing knowledge from political science, sociology, anthropology, and medicine) and mixed-methods (combining quantitative and qualitative methods). I have also been involved in various cross-cultural projects promoting international research collaborations and fostering Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) conversations.researchers.

Ph.D. (Psychology, Concordia University)
M.Sc (Transcultural Psychiatry, McGill University)
B.A. (Psychology and Sociology, University of Maryland, Baltimore County)