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Tohoku University: International Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Undergraduate Course

by Anubrata Nath | January 31, 2019

Tohoku University offers a good number of international courses which are taught entirely in Engl...

Scholarships for International Students at Keio University

by Nuey | January 25, 2019

As a private university, Keio University offers a variety of scholarships available for both inte...

What are the Pros and Cons of joining Sports Clubs at Japanese Universities?

by Bizjapan | January 25, 2019

5 Major Pros to joining a Sports Club Life long friendships looks good on resume of the best ki...

Kyudaisai The No.1 Event in Kyushu University

by Gilbert Rillo | January 25, 2019

Weekend Festivities As an international student, there are a lot of fun events and activities in ...

How to Apply for JASSO Scholarship as a Keio Student

by Bizjapan | January 24, 2019

While there are many different kinds of scholarships for students outside and inside of Japan to ...

Campus life at Tohoku University

by Anubrata Nath | January 23, 2019

Tohoku University is located in Sendai, a city in the north-eastern part of Japan. Sendai is a ca...

How to Celebrate New Years in Japan

by Marco Christian | January 22, 2019

The year 2018 has passed, and 2019 greets us with high hopes. Later this April, Japan will welco...

Adjusting to Life in Japan: Boat’s story

by Nuey | January 16, 2019

The SchooLynk team had a chance to interview Boat (Voraphan Vorakitphan), a 1st year Phd. student...

The Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program

by Matteo | January 31, 2019

The Asian Development Bank The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is a regional development bank establ...

University Festivals at University of Tokyo

by Yaman | January 31, 2019

University festivals are quite an important part of Japanese university life. Most people conside...

10 Prestigious Japanese Universities With The Best English Programs

by Sherah Reyes | December 11, 2020

Studying English In Japan? Can you study abroad in Japan to learn English? English programs at J...

Waseda University Summer Japanese Language Course

by Matteo | January 31, 2019

Waseda University Waseda University is a private Japanese University, with its main campus locate...

How To Receive JASSO As A Short-Term International Exchange Student

by Sherah Reyes | January 30, 2019

It’s a common misconception that scholarships for students planning on studying abroad in Japan o...

Japanese Language Programs at the University of Tokyo

by Ellie Brierley | January 30, 2019

Widely acknowledged as Japan’s most selective and prestigious university, the University of Tokyo...

English Language Course at Meiji University

by Ellie Brierley | January 30, 2019

Established in 1881, Meiji University now has four campuses spread across Tokyo, where 33,000 stu...

Dual Language Program (DLP) at Rikkyo University, College of Intercultural Communication

by Marco Christian | January 30, 2019

What is The Dual Language Pathway (DLP)? Rikkyo University, one of Japan’s most acclaimed privat...

Going Global with Rikkyo University’s English-taught Liberal Arts Program

by Marco Christian | January 29, 2019

Rikkyo University, also known as Saint Paul’s University, is one of Tokyo’s most prestigious univ...

Keio University Campuses

by Nina Patrick | January 29, 2019

Keio University is the oldest modern institution for higher learning in Japan. The esteemed insti...

Keio University English Economics Program PEARL

by Nina Patrick | January 29, 2019

Keio University is a prestigious private institution of higher learning and is home to the longes...

A Piece of America in Tokyo: The Temple University Japan Campus

by Roxanne | January 29, 2019

History Established in 1982, the Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) is the oldest and largest ...

The English Track Program at Tokyo International University

by Roxanne | January 29, 2019

Why Should I Study At Tokyo International University? Founded in 1965, Tokyo International Univer...

Is this ‘inaka’? Life at the University of Tokyo’s Kashiwa Campus

by Roxanne | January 29, 2019

The University of Tokyo, known otherwise affectionately as Todai, is one of Japan’s most renowned...

Courses taught in English at Tohoku University

by Anubrata Nath | January 28, 2019

Tohoku University offers a plethora of English-taught courses. These courses provide the ground f...

Why Study in Japan?

by Matteo | January 25, 2019

Culture, Technology, Entertainment and so much more… Known as the land of technological innovatio...

International Christian University (ICU) Scholarship Opportunities

by Matteo | January 25, 2019

International Christian University (ICU), a private university located in Mitaka, Tokyo, offers o...

A Sneak Peek to 3 Campuses at Osaka University

by Gilbert Rillo | January 25, 2019

Campus Life Osaka being the third largest metropolis in Japan, just below Tokyo and Yokohama, mak...

Introducing English Programs at TUFS, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies

by Nuey | January 25, 2019

Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, abbreviated as TUFS is a small-sized specialized university ...

School of International Liberal Studies at Waseda University

by Bizjapan | December 16, 2018

About SILS SILS Logo Source: www.waseda.jp/fire/sils/en/ The Waseda University’s School of Inter...

Internships for International Students

by Matteo | December 15, 2018

Internships allow students to gain practical on-the-job training for companies within an area of ...

How to Travel Japan on a Student Budget

by Matteo | December 10, 2018

Japan is famous for its ability to balance tradition with technical innovation. For a student tra...

An Insider’s Look Into the English Programs at Kyoto University’s Economics Department — PART II

by julie.gramlich | November 01, 2018

Preamble The author is a current Masters Degree student in the English Economics Program in her s...

University of Tokyo Komaba Campus Part 2

by Mona Cecile | September 18, 2018

Introducing part 2! In this article, I will cover a few of my favourite (some are hidden) spots i...

The University of Tokyo Komaba Campus Part 1

by Mona Cecile | September 18, 2018

Hi there! If you have read my previous articles, you will know that I am currently studying at th...

Tokyo Institute of Technology’s dynamic campuses

by Roxanne | September 18, 2018

Tokyo Institute of Technology, otherwise known as Tokyo Tech, is a national leading science and t...

English Programs of Kyushu University – Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

by Roxanne | September 14, 2018

As one of the 13 universities chosen by the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Scie...

About the MEXT(Monbukagakusho) Scholarship for Undergraduates (Part 2)

by Mona Cecile | October 07, 2020

If you have read my previous articles, you will know that I am currently studying at the Universi...

About the MEXT(Monbukagakusho) Scholarship for Undergraduates (Part 1)

by Mona Cecile | October 07, 2020

I am sure many of you who want to study in Japan have heard of the MEXT Scholarship before, but y...

Nestled in the heart of Tokyo － the campuses of Waseda University

by Roxanne | August 27, 2018

Comprising nine campuses and one joint research facility, Waseda University is one of Japan’s lar...

The best of Beppu: On the campus of Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University

by Roxanne | August 27, 2018

Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) is a private university located in Beppu City, Oita Pre...

Agriculture or asphalt jungle? The Toyo University Campuses have all that you need!

by Roxanne | August 27, 2018

Founded in 1887, Toyo University is a private university that has a long and storied history. It ...

The knowledge hub of Fukuoka: Kyushu University’s Campuses

by Roxanne | August 18, 2018

Kyushu University, also known as Kyuudai (九大), is a national university with campuses spread out ...

Tokyo Institute of Technology: Global Scientists and Engineers Program (GSEP)

by Marco Christian | August 08, 2018

Tokyo Institute of Technology, also widely referred to as Tokyo Tech, is a national university fo...

Studying in Tokyo: Looking Back at the First of Four Years

by Marco Christian | August 03, 2018

Whether it is eating amazing food, shopping for the trendiest clothes, spending a peace...

Exchange Experience in Keio University

by Bizjapan | July 31, 2018

Keio University is offering 24 different English Degree programs which are mostly aimed at retr...

Western and Japanese University Culture

by Bizjapan | July 31, 2018

Introduction Japan is famous for its challenging elementary school system. Pupils not only have t...

Japanese University Tuition － All You Need to Know

by BLINK | March 11, 2019

Calculating the costs of tuition for any prospective university student can be daunting. Regardle...

Lincoln Waweru — A Kenyan’s Experience of Living in Japan (Part III)

by julie.gramlich | May 13, 2018

Please read the first article as a reference point. There, you will learn more about Lincoln and ...

University and Working Life in Japan, as Told by Dionne (Part 1)

by Cheryl Ng | March 16, 2018

The University of Tokyo (Todai). The top university in Japan. Many international students ...

A Guide for International Students to the Top 10 Halal Restaurants in Tokyo

by Jackie Bumgarner | February 01, 2019

Halal is associated with the Islamic religion, and refers to things that are allowed by Islam. Ha...

Beautiful People, Beautiful Nature at APU Campus

by Amarlin Amarsaikhan | February 06, 2019

The sight of the mesmerizing blue sea and the sound of waves in Asian Pacific University (APU) ca...

Study Global Japanese in Tokyo at Meiji University

by Jackie Bumgarner | February 04, 2019

Meiji University was founded in Tokyo in 1881. It is consistently ranked highly in university ra...

Homestay in Japan ー An Invaluable Way to Learn

by Nina Patrick | February 06, 2019

Living with a Japanese family is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in Japanese culture. Other h...

Why the N3 is Important and Useful ー Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)

by Nina Patrick | February 04, 2019

The N3 Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) measures upper-intermediate levels of language p...

Meiji University International Students Incentive Scholarship Program

by Jian Liu | February 04, 2019

University Overview Meiji University was founded in 1881 and is amongst Japan’s finest universiti...

Japanese Language Proficiency Test N1

by Kate Jonai | February 11, 2019

JLPT N1 Many Japanese learners desire to go beyond N2 and aim for the top level of the Japanese L...

Student Insights from APU College of Asia Pacific Studies

by Amarlin Amarsaikhan | February 08, 2019

How is APU different? You might be wondering how and why APS is different from other social scien...

Want a Fun College Life in Japan? Join a circle/club!

by Gilbert Rillo | February 11, 2019

What are Japanese Clubs and Circles? In Japan, joining activity groups is a vital part of univers...

Tokyo University of Science Campuses

by Gilbert Rillo | February 11, 2019

Tokyo University of Science (TUS) is a new institution centered on the science department of scie...

Sophia University Welcomes Summer Program Participants

by Gilbert Rillo | February 11, 2019

In 2018, Sophia University introduced their new summer programs which are available for students ...

Akita International University―An International Flare in the Heart of Akita

by Rumi Mizusako | February 13, 2019

Akita International University (秋田国際教養大学) at a glance https://www.uea.ac.uk/study/study-abroad/ou...

A Scholarship Open to All in Need, The Takase Scholarship

by Leon Donoyan | February 11, 2019

A Little Bit About the Takase Corporation and its Inspiration for this Scholarship The goal of th...

10 Popular Vegetarian Restaurants in Osaka

by Jackie Bumgarner | February 08, 2019

Osaka Overview As the third largest city in Japan, Osaka makes a popular destination for traveler...

5 Prestigious Japanese Universities with Economics Degrees

by Amarlin Amarsaikhan | February 04, 2019

Economics is an important social science discipline allowing the learner to master the art of mak...

Learn about Sustainable International Resource Extraction at Akita University

by Leon Donoyan | February 13, 2019

Japan Does Not Only Offer Degrees In Liberal Arts and Theoretical Sciences In what might seem to ...

A Thriller Drama to Refine your Japanese

by Elizabeth Signo | February 09, 2019

Japanese language learning, a task that each foreigner living in Japan must go through. Language ...

WIC – Waseda University’s Life-Changing Circle

by Gilbert Rillo | February 20, 2019

Waseda University’s Circles An essential part of the Japanese college experience is joining stude...

Park Yong Koo Scholarship Foundation

by Yaman | February 20, 2019

Park Yong Koo Scholarship Park Yong Koo Scholarship is provided by the Park Yong Koo Scholarship ...

My Experience Learning Japanese Through Self-Study

by Anubrata Nath | February 20, 2019

Prologue I fell in love with Japan as a country when I started watching Japanese anime in my chil...

Kyoritsu International Foundation Scholarships

by Amarlin Amarsaikhan | February 22, 2019

About Kyoritsu International Foundation The Kyoritsu International Foundation was established on ...

The True Definition of Aesthetics – Tokyo Institute of Technology Campus

by Amarlin Amarsaikhan | February 20, 2019

The importance of science and technology in our lives as well as in global development has been i...

School of International and Area Studies (TUFS) : A Pathway to a Conscious World

by Elizabeth Signo | February 22, 2019

The world today with its ongoing political, economic and social problems, the poverty line remain...

Reach your PEAK potential – The University of Tokyo PEAK Program

by Amarlin Amarsaikhan | February 24, 2019

Why PEAK? PEAK, or Programs in English at Komaba, is a one of a kind Bachelor of Arts program as ...

10 Universities which offer Japanese Programs

by Elizabeth Signo | February 15, 2019

Learning Japanese in Universities As foreign people move to Japan to pursue a job, study abroad i...

Monbukagakusho Honors National Scholarship (MEXT)

by Jian Liu | February 25, 2019

Scholarship Overview The Monbukagakusho Honors National Scholarship for privately-financed intern...

Why Would A K-pop Fan Study Japanese?

by Elizabeth Signo | February 15, 2019

My K-pop Attachment https://www.soompi.com/article/1231365wpp/watch-nct-127-hints-upcoming-comeba...

5 Universities with Great Japanese Language Programs

by Naveen Chittharth | February 24, 2019

Studying Japanese abroad If you’re interested in studying Japanese, what better place to do it th...

Explore Kansai and Learn Japanese with Osaka University Summer Programs

by Ellie Brierley | February 25, 2019

At the forefront of technological and social innovation, Osaka is one of the most dynamic cities ...

Work, Experience, and Discover with IAESTE Japan

by Rumi Mizusako | February 24, 2019

What is IAESTE? The International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experien...

Guide to Living Expenses and Scholarships at Tohoku University

by Trishit Banerjee | February 26, 2019

How much does it cost to study at Tohoku University The tuition fees for four years undergraduate...

Why You Should Get Your Chemistry Bachelors Degree at Tohoku University

by Trishit Banerjee | February 26, 2019

What is the AMC (Advanced Molecular Chemistry) Program? AMC program is the undergraduate chemistr...

4 Great Places for Lunch in Hiyoshi

by Nina Patrick | February 28, 2019

Moving to Japan and suddenly needing to independently find places to eat can be hard. Struggling ...

Helpful Japanese Phrases for Beginner Students in Japan

by Nina Patrick | February 28, 2019

Learning Japanese is a huge shift from the comfort and ease of speaking your native language. You...

Global and Interdisciplinary Studies (GIS) Program at Hosei University

by Amarlin Amarsaikhan | February 28, 2019

Why is GIS Special? Problems occurring in today’s world have all became interconnected, making it...

Gluten-Free and On a Budget in Japan?

by Nina Patrick | March 01, 2019

Having a gluten sensitivity makes finding edible foods extremely cumbersome. Even something as si...

Five Japanese Scholarships for Vietnamese Students

by Quynh Trang | March 21, 2019

The day I received the first package of my scholarship, it was the best day after my high school ...

Meiji University Ranking and Review

by Ellie Brierley | March 21, 2019

History The Meiji Law School was founded in 1881 during one of Japan’s most dynamic and progressi...

Four Prestigious Graduate Degrees in Japan

by Amarlin Amarsaikhan | March 21, 2019

Would you like to continue with further education with a change in location? Are you an admirer o...

The Big Three International Universities in Tokyo

by Rumi Mizusako | March 25, 2019

As a non-English speaking country, Japan offers a unique experience in exploring endless learning...

5 of the Best Private Universities in Tokyo

by Leon Donoyan | March 25, 2019

Tokyo, the Home of Educational Enterprise Tokyo has long been the center for academic thought in ...

Ritsumeikan University Ranking and Review

by Roxanne | April 08, 2021

History Founded in 1869 as a private academy and formally granted the status of the university in...

Tokyo Institute of Technology Ranking and Review

by Naveen Chittharth | April 01, 2019

History Tokyo Institute of Technology is heralded as one of the most prestigious universities in ...

University of Tokyo Ranking and Review: 5 Things Utokyo Ranks FIRST!

by Naveen Chittharth | March 20, 2019

History The University of Tokyo is often referred to as the ‘Harvard of the East’, and is the...

5 Must-Know Tips Before You Study In Japan!

by Trishit Banerjee | January 18, 2020

Do you wonder what you should know before you come and study in Japan? There are so many things I...

Study Abroad in Japan to Learn Japanese!

by Nicole Warintarawet | May 02, 2021

More and more people are studying Japanese these days. According to Japan’s Ministry of Foreign ...

5 Do’s and Don’ts for getting a Japanese Scholarship

by Trishit Banerjee | February 01, 2021

Scholarships are competitive. In the beginning, it was scary for me to fill out the application f...

Study Abroad in Japan: 6 Tips to Prepare

by Tamaki Hoshi | January 16, 2021

Tips from an international university student on preparing to study abroad in Japan Hi, I’m T...

The Top 5 Business Schools in Japan to study Business and Commerce

by Jackie Bumgarner | December 10, 2020

Why Study at a Business School in Japan? Studying Business and Commerce at university means that ...

Study in Japan: The Best Universities in Kyushu

by Rumi Mizusako | December 10, 2020

Discover Kyushu Three famous landmarks in Kyushu. Kyushu, known as the “land of fire”, is ...

Top 6 Reasons Why Anyone Should Consider Studying in Japan

by Ha Luu | October 15, 2020

If you are an international student who is contemplating on a study abroad destination, Japan mi...

Top 5 Picks for English-taught Graduate Programs in Japan

by Rumi Mizusako | January 16, 2021

Furthering your educational background by earning a master’s degree is one of the many ways you c...

Rotary Japan Scholarship: Academic Opportunity for International Students

by Selena Pham | March 26, 2020

It is widely held that Japan is a mono-cultural nation, which makes people consider its educatio...

From Waseda-UTokyo Student to Social Entrepreneur

by Rumi Mizusako | February 14, 2020

A one-on-one with Dennis Chia, the man behind Boundless Sosei-Partners who is working with local...

How to Study in Japan without IELTS

by Selena Pham | March 12, 2020

International English Language Testing System (IELTS), which is a globally-recognized test of En...

Kyoto University for International Students [PART 1]: Why Kyoto University? All you need to know about Kyoto University!

by Selena Pham | April 17, 2020

Location Kyoto University is located in Kyoto city, the capital of Kyoto Prefecture. Famous f...

Why Study at a Japanese Language School?

by Selena Pham | March 12, 2020

Coming to Japan to study at a Japanese language school helps you open many doors and gain opport...

Study Abroad in Japan: All You Need To Know!

by Tamaki Hoshi | December 18, 2020

As a student raised in the US who decided to study abroad in Japan, I can understand why so many...