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([https://www.jama.or.jp/statistics/](https://www.jama.or.jp/statistics/))  \n2  \nWhat kind of place is Japan? Japan is full of charm  \nand is sure to bring you closer to achieving your dreams.  \nWhy Study in Japan?    \nIn Japan, traditional culture, such as sado, kabuki, and budo coexist with pop culture like manga and anime.  \nYahiko-jinja Shrine Sumo Ring ©Yahikomura  \nThe Shinkansen Bullet Train  \nJapan’s convenient lifestyle and advanced medical services are backed up by one of the highest levels of science and technology in the world. The Japanese Government continues to focus on further growth in the field of science and technology. The supercomputers developed in Japan continue to be among the best in the world.  \nHot springs in winter (Ginzan Onsen, Obanazawa City)@Koichi_Hayakawa  \nJapan has many mountains and is surrounded by oceans, so you can enjoy the dramatic changes in the natural scenery through spring, summer, autumn, and winter.  \nMount Fuji and autumn leaves by Lake Kawaguchi ©Koichi_Hayakawa  \nWashoku, the traditional dietary culture of the Japanese, is designated as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO, comprised of ingredients selected based on the season. It is receiving a lot of attention worldwide asa healthy and colorful cuisine.  \nTakoyaki (Octopus balls)  \nAll photos are published with consent under a Creative Commons license (Attribution 4.0 International) [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)  \n3  \nBefore coming to Japan to study, you must make some preparations!  \nLearn about Japan’s education and examination system to make your plans.  \nHigher Education in Japan   \nEducation System  \nResearch & Study  \nAge  \nYears of study  \nSchool Search  \n[https://www.studyinjapan.go.jp/en/search-for-schools/](https://www.studyinjapan.go.jp/en/search-for-schools/)[ ](https://www.studyinjapan.go.jp/en/search-for-schools/)[school_search.php?lang=en](school_search.php?lang=en)  \nPractical Skills & Experience  \n27  \n9  \n8  \nGraduate School (Ph.D.)  \nJapanese or English [Doctor’s Degree]  \n7  \nI want to learn the skills directly related  \n6  \nto work!  \n5  \n4  \nC  \nPostsecondary Course of  \n3 University (Undergraduate)  \nSpecialized Training College  \nGraduate School (Master’s)  \nJapanese or English [Master’s Degree]  \nCollege of Technology  \n(Advanced Course)[Bachelor’s Degree]  \nD  \nI want to study so that I can start work soon!  \nHigher Education  \n18  \nJunior College  \n[Associate’s Degree]  \nCollege of Technology  \n(Standard Course)[Associate’s Degree]  \n★ I want to enter university after learning Japanese!  \n★ I studied for 11 years in my country. 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