Study in Japan

As one of the most advanced economies in the world, Japan continues to lead in many fields, from high-tech industries to arts and entertainment. Japan is home to some of the best universities in the world offering abundant opportunities to international students to further their education and many universities now offer degree programs entirely in English. There are currently over 300,000 international students studying in Japan from over 170 countries and regions around the world.

Please see the links below for more information on studying in Japan

• Study in Japan Comprehensive Guide
  Website maintained by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs for those interested in studying in Japan.
• Study in Japan: A Guide for U.S. Students (pdf)
  A comprehensive guide to studying and living in Japan for U.S. students.
• Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO)
  Organization that sponsors student-related programs and scholarships for international students studying in Japan.
• United States-Japan Bridging Foundation Scholarships
  The United States-Japan Bridging Foundation funds scholarships through AATJ to help students to study abroad in Japan.
• Japan Study Support
  Website that provides information for international students on studying at Japanese universities.
• University Degree Courses Offered in English
  A list provided by JASSO of university degree courses offered in English.

Please see the links below for educational exchange and homestay programs in Japan

• Youth for Understanding (YFU)
  Organization that advances intercultural understanding, mutual respect and social responsibility for youth through educational exchange programs.
• CIEE
  Organization that promotes intercultural exchange through a variety of educational and professional exchange programs for high school students through adults.
• AFS
  Organization that offers international exchange programs and homestays in over 140 countries around the world.
• IES
  Organization that offers various study abroad programs to promote global and intercultural understanding.

• Visa Information
• Permission to engage in activities other than those permitted under the status of residence
• Japan Customs & Quarantine
  • Bringing Medication into Japan
  • Bringing Animals into Japan
  • Bringing Plants into Japan
  • Bringing Food into Japan
• General Information