Study‑in‑Japan Roadmap

Welcome! This top page is your fast‑track map to everything Isami Dojo offers future and current international students. Each section below matches one of our in‑depth pillar pages and gives you a quick, plain‑English preview (about 90 words) so you can jump straight to the details you need—tuition, visas, scholarships, careers and more. Click any blue link to dive deeper; every fact is backed by a live English‑language source from universities, ministries or respected news sites. Ready? Scroll down and explore Japan’s higher‑education landscape with confidence.

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University ProfileJump →
Admissions & ExamsJump →
ScholarshipJump →
Student LifeJump →
Career & EmploymentJump →
News & TrendsJump →
For Parents & EducatorsJump →
Services (Isami Dojo)Jump →


University Profile

Japan hosts 811 universities—national, public and private—serving 2.9 million students. Flagship nationals such as the University of Tokyo top global rankings while regional publics drive local R&D, and private giants like Waseda innovate with English‑medium programs. Average class size is ≈30, faculties publish extensive research metrics and 95 % of campuses run on‑site health centers. Use this section to compare cost, location and specialization before you shortlist schools.  Read the full guide

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Admissions & Exams

Applications open six to nine months before the April or September intake and combine document review, the EJU, and language proof (JLPT or TOEFL). Strong applicants submit a 12‑year education certificate, 260+ EJU score, JLPT N2, bank proof of ¥2 million and, for graduate school, a concise research plan pre‑approved by a supervisor. Interviews are usually online and last 20 minutes. Map every deadline with our printable timeline so nothing slips.  All steps here

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Scholarship

Funding options range from the full‑ride MEXT award (tuition + ¥143 000 monthly) to campus‑based fee waivers that cut private‑university bills by 30–100 %. Rotary Yoneyama, JASSO Honors and dozens of prefectural foundations fill smaller gaps. Competition is fierce but transparent: focus on GPA 3.5+, clear study plans and early professor contact. Check closing dates—some close 18 months before enrollment.  Scholarship toolbox

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Student Life

Lecture blocks last 90 minutes, clubs meet nightly, and campus festivals pull in thousands. Monthly budgets hover around ¥105 000 nationwide—rent ≈ ¥38 000, food ≈ ¥30 000—while dorms slash costs by a third. Cashless payments rule, but carry ¥5 000 for small shops. National Health Insurance is mandatory but cheap, and counseling services operate in English, Chinese and Korean. Discover pro tips for housing, rail passes and late‑night study cafés inside the full student‑life guide.  Explore campus life

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Career & Employment

A record 98 % of 2025 graduates found jobs, driven by Japan’s aging workforce and global expansion plans. Campus career centers host résumé clinics and mock interviews in English; immigration allows 28‑hour part‑time work and smooth upgrades to the “Engineer / Humanities” visa on graduation. Salaries start around ¥260 000 per month in Tokyo, plus two annual bonuses. Learn how to time “shūkatsu” hiring rounds, polish bilingual résumés and navigate new fast‑track visas.  Career game‑plan

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News & Trends

Want to keep up with what’s happening in Japan? This page breaks down the latest headlines—from visa rules and tuition changes to pop culture trends and campus life tips—so international students can stay ahead. Whether you're just arriving or already settled, we turn confusing news into clear guidance to help you thrive in and out of the classroom.  Latest headlines


For Parents & Educators

Worried about safety, budgeting or academic rigor? This section translates university fact books, cost surveys and visa checklists into clear action steps for guardians. Learn how National Health Insurance works, what a ¥105 000 monthly budget buys, and how to arrange campus visits on a 90‑day visa‑waiver. Templates help counselors track transcripts, test scores and bank proofs for multiple students.  Parent tool‑kit


Isami Dojo Services

Need hands‑on help? Our mentors—graduates of Kyoto U. and USC—offer one‑on‑one strategy calls, document editing, Japanese language coaching and scholarship simulations. All plans include monthly progress check‑ins and native‑level proofreading so your application stands out. See service tiers, pricing in yen and free 30‑minute intro slots on the dedicated page.  Book a session

Quick Contact

Questions? Drop us a note any time via our contact form—we reply within 24 hours (Mon‑Fri JST). You can also catch free tips on our YouTube channel.