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Building White‑Collar Careers in Japan after Graduating from a Japanese UniversityNew!!

Japan’s talent shortage is no longer limited to factory floors; it now stretches into boardrooms, R&D labs, and data‑driven marketing teams. For international students holding Japanese degrees, this presents a once‑in‑a‑generation chance to step directly into white‑collar roles. In the guide that follows, you’ll learn why Japanese society expects great things from you, how to […]

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Find Your Perfect Japanese Campus: A Regional Guide for International StudentsNew!!

Choosing a Japanese university is not just an academic decision—it is also a lifestyle decision. Living costs, climate, culture, and daily conveniences can vary sharply between regions, and many students discover only after arrival that their new city does not match their personal rhythm or budget. This guide compares four distinct study hubs—Tokyo (Kanto), Osaka/Kyoto […]

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From Arrival to Career: How Japanese Universities Support International StudentsNew!!

Japan’s universities have invested heavily in holistic support systems that make life on—and beyond—campus smoother for international students. From arrival services and language tutoring to personal counselling and career mentoring, the landscape is broader than many applicants realise. The overview below highlights what to expect and spotlights several large and—importantly—small/medium institutions whose best‑practice ideas can help […]

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Your Pre-Departure Guide: Must-Bookmark Sites to Study in JapanNew!!

Preparing to study in Japan is exciting, but the amount of information online can feel endless. To save you hours of searching, this post curates the most reliable English‑language websites every future international student should bookmark before applying. From scholarships to daily life guides, each resource below has been hand‑picked for clarity, authority, and regular updates. 1. […]

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Finding Your Home in Japan: A Guide for International StudentsNew!!

Finding a Home in Japan: A Practical Guide for International Students Landing in Japan is exciting—but the thrill can fade fast if you are still hunting for a roof over your head. Whether you are a single exchange student or arriving with your spouse and kids, Japan offers a spectrum of housing solutions. This guide […]

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

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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Decoding Japan’s University Nicknames: A Practical Guide for Global ApplicantsNew!!

Japan’s higher‑education scene loves shorthand. From the former Imperial Universities that shaped modern Japan to catchy acronyms like GMARCH, these nicknames make it easier for students, parents, and recruiters to navigate a very crowded map of 800+ institutions. This article walks you through the best‑known clusters, explains what they mean, and shows where each group […]

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What Japanese firms expect of international studentsNew!!

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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Japan’s expectations toward international studentsNew!!

Japan is once again setting its sights high. After exceeding the “300,000 by 2020” goal in 2019, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) unveiled a fresh target: welcoming 400,000 international students by 2033. (MEXT Basic Plan 2023) In this article we unpack what Japan expects from—and promises to—its growing global student community. 1. National Vision — 400,000 Students by 2033 MEXT’s […]

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Preparation Schedule for International Students Applying to PhD Programs in JapanNew!!

Preparing for a PhD in Japan is a long-distance journey that calls for steady, consistent effort. Mapping your next 18 months with clear milestones—while ensuring perfect alignment between your research theme and the target laboratory and building a solid relationship with the supervising professor—will dramatically increase your odds of success. The timeline below blends official guidance, scholarship deadlines, […]

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