Seisen University is a private Catholic liberal arts women's college in Shinagawa, Tokyo, Japan. The predecessor of the school was founded in 1938, and it was chartered as a women's four-year college in 1950. Seisen is a Catholic liberal arts university focusing in particular on women’s education. Its educational ideals are based on Christian Humanism, which means seeking to find what is meaningful and valuable in life, according to the teachings of Jesus Christ. The university’s motto, Veritas et Caritas, expresses the fundamental principles of seeking truth (Veritas) and realizing love through human service (Caritas). Guided by these principles, the University is committed to developing in women genuine wisdom, love and strength for the needs of the age. Seisen endeavors to nurture women to become responsible, independent and public-spirited members of society.