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Ōtsuma Kotaka is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of women's education in Japan, even though the curricula of her schools emphasized home economics and traditional social values.

Her connections to the Imperial Palace and her active support of the militaristic government led to her being investigated after the Pacific War, but no action was taken.

Conversely, her contributions to Japanese education were recognized by the following Imperial Awards: