Through this academic training program, I systematically expanded my cognitive boundaries and global perspectives, while significantly enhancing my cross-cultural communication skills through scholarly interactions in multicultural settings. Notably, the systematic reinforcement of academic English proficiency not only elevated my ability to engage with specialized literature but also facilitated comprehensive advancement in both linguistic expression and logical reasoning within international academic contexts. Exposure to interdisciplinary knowledge continuously ignited my academic curiosity, particularly in cognitive neuroscience, where I have gradually developed a defined research focus. 

The seminar on the "Theory of Mind" led by Professor Kojima left a profound impression on me. This cognitive neuroscience theory explores the developmental mechanisms of perspective-taking and mental simulation capabilities. By employing a dual-control experimental design comparing neurotypical populations with autism spectrum groups, the professor utilized quantitative research methods to vividly demonstrate differences in performance on false-belief tasks between the two groups. This evidence-based research framework not only deepened my understanding of the neural foundations of mentalization but also revealed the unique social-cognitive characteristics of individuals with autism. This has provided crucial methodological insights for my research in developmental psychology. 

The mid-program cultural excursion to Matsushima was particularly meaningful. During the academic exploration of Matsushima Bay, the archipelago's natural landscape, resembling an oriental ink-wash painting, offered a unique aesthetic experience. Subsequently, the Kaiseki Ryori (traditional multi-course Japanese cuisine) cultural workshop allowed us to engage in cross-cultural dialogue through immersive participation in Japanese culinary rituals and hospitality traditions. This embodied cognitive learning approach effectively strengthened emotional bonds among members of the academic community.