University of Tokyo international students
University of Tokyo (UTokyo) Guide: Programs in English, Tuition, Campus Life & Admissions
Thinking about studying in Japan? The University of Tokyo (UTokyo), often called “Todai,” is a top-ranked national university known for world-class research, diverse academic pathways, and an energizing student life in the heart of Tokyo. This guide gives overseas applicants a practical, well-sourced overview—quick facts, what makes UTokyo special, life on and off campus, exchange […]
PEAK at the University of Tokyo: Inside the Japan in East Asia & Environmental Sciences English-Taught Bachelor Tracks
Studying in Japan does not have to mean struggling with complex kanji from day one. Since 2012 the University of Tokyo (UTokyo) has offered the PEAK (Programs in English at Komaba) bachelor’s degrees—two rigorous four‑year tracks taught entirely in English yet rooted in Japan’s leading research culture. Whether you are fascinated by the balance of […]
Japan Opens More Seats: MEXT Lifts International Student Cap for 2026 Admissions
Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) made headlines on July 26 2025 when it revealed plans to loosen the long‑standing cap on the share of international students Japanese universities may enroll. The new framework—part of a broader blueprint for raising Japan’s global competitiveness—signals unprecedented opportunity for students worldwide who have been eyeing the […]
