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Faith on Campus: How Japanese Universities Welcome All ReligionsNew!!

2025-07-14

Japan is often seen as a country where religion quietly blends into everyday life, rather than being overtly visible in public or political spheres. Yet, step onto a university campus, and you’ll quickly notice that questions of faith—Buddhist, Shintō, Christian, Muslim, and others—are very much present. From centuries-old temples affiliated with universities in Kyoto, to […]

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What Japanese firms expect of international studentsNew!!

2025-07-14

Japan’s economy still lags behind in globalisation, and this is most evident in the expectations that companies now place on international students. Far beyond “bonus hires”, today’s employers see you as future leaders who can connect domestic know-how with worldwide opportunity. The sections that follow unpack what firms want, why they want it, and how […]

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National vs. Private Universities in Japan: Cost, Culture, and Strategy

2025-07-01

First, let’s look at what almost every applicant asks first: money. 1. Funding & Tuition — Government vs. Market National universities charge a uniform annual tuition of about ¥535,800, plus a ¥282,000 admission fee set by the Japanese government.Private universities, by contrast, operate on market pricing: humanities programs start around ¥1.2 – 1.6 million for […]

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How Japan’s Work Culture Is Becoming More Friendly for Foreigners

2025-06-21

In recent years, Japan’s corporate environment has begun to change—slowly but surely. What used to be known for long hours and strict office rules is now transforming into a more flexible and performance-based system. These changes are especially good news for foreign professionals considering a career in Japan. A Shift from Long Hours to Performance-Based […]