茨城县立水户第一高等学校附属中学, Combined junior and senior high school in Mito, Japan
Mito First High School and Junior High School is a combined junior and senior high school in Mito whose campus includes parts of the former Mito Castle grounds. The historical Yakui Gate still stands on the property, serving as a reminder of the site's past.
The school began in 1878 as a preparatory department of Ibaraki Normal School and later became the oldest high school in Ibaraki Prefecture under the modern education system. This long history reflects important developments in Japanese education over more than a century.
Students take part in the traditional 'Walking Meeting' event, completing established routes over 24 hours as part of school life. This gathering shapes how the school community comes together and marks the passage of each school year.
The school has operated on a credit-based system since 2005, allowing students flexibility in their coursework and daily school life. No uniform is required for students attending classes, making the environment more relaxed.
The school has two official school songs, with the first one from 1908 remaining the primary anthem sung at ceremonies. This melody more than a century old connects generations of students who have sung it during important school events.
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