The NIJL contributes to society by widely publicizing the results of its research via exhibitions, lectures, symposiums and seminars.
Japanese literature is studied throughout the world. An important challenge of Japanese literary research is that of analyzing Japanese literature while incorporating a view of world literary research. Based on such an awareness, the institute established an International Relations Exchange section in the International Collabora- tion Division in FY 2016 in order to invigorate international exchange activities. Similarly, positive activities are being implemented, such as the hosting of symposiums and research conventions overseas.