is a private university in the city of Gifu, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Named after the 7th-century Prince Shōtoku, the school was founded in 1972 as the and adopted the present name in 1998. Its name is sometimes abbreviated to Shōtoku (聖徳) or Gishōdai (岐聖大). It has main campuses in both Gifu and nearby Hashima, as well as a junior college campus in Gifu. Faculty Teachers have included: Akira Komoto External links Official website Educational institutions established in 1972 Private universities and colleges in Japan Buildings and structures in Gifu Gifu Shotoku Gakuen University