Student Guide to Japan 2026-2027 - Planning and Studying in Japan

Oct 5, 2026

Student Guide to Japan 2026-2027 provides an English overview of studying in Japan, structured by chapters that explain why students choose Japan, how the education system works, and what daily life involves. It highlights employment opportunities for international students, summarizes Japan’s key facts and global rankings, and includes insights collected from international students. The guide also covers planning studies, program types and durations, and practical information such as costs, immigration procedures, scholarships, accommodation, insurance, and work opportunities.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages48

Reading Time2 h 1 min

AccessFree to download

Chapter 1 Why Study in Japan

5 Reasons to Study in Japan

Japan Facts and Figures

Feedback from International Students in Japan

Chapter 2 Schools and Exams

Japanese Educational System

Universities and Colleges

Japanese Language Institutes and EJU

Other Exams and Global Network Project

Chapter 3 Life in Japan

Immigration Procedures

Calculating the Costs of Studying in Japan

Living Cost and Price

Academic Fees and Scholarships

Accommodation and Insurance

Part-time Work, Internship, and Employment in Japan

Data

Statistics and Campus Diary

Q&A about Study in Japan

Useful Websites When Studying in Japan

Student Guide to Japan 2026-2027 English CONTENTS-Student Guide to Japan 2026-2027 Chapter 1 Why Study in Japan | 01 5 Reasons to Study in Japan
02 Japan Facts and Figures
04 Feedback from International Students in Japan | 05 Planning Your Studies in Japan
06 Schedule | | | --- | --- | --- | | Chapter 2 Schools and Exams | | | | 08 Japanese Educational System | 18 | Professional Training Colleges (specialized | | 10 Universities (Undergraduate) and | | training colleges postsecondary course) | | Junior Colleges | 20 | Japanese Language Institutes | | 12 Graduate Schools | 22 | Examination for Japanese University | | 15 Degree Programs in English | | Admission for International Students (EJU) | | 16 Short-term Study Programs and University | 24 | Other Exams Used for Studying in Japan | | Transfer Program | 25 | Global Network Project to Promote Study in Japan | | 17 Colleges of Technology | | | | Chapter 3 Life in Japan | | | 26 Immigration Procedures 30 Calculating the Costs of Studying in Japan 31 Living Cost and Price 32 Academic Fees 34 Scholarships 36 Accommodation 37 Medical Insurance, Accident/Property Insurance, and Kyosai 38 Part-time Work 39 Internship 40 Employment in Japan Chapter 4 Data Useful Information 41 Statistics 42 Campus Diary 44 Q&A about Study in Japan 45 Useful Websites When Studying in Japan Photos courtesy of: Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Kyoto University, Ochanomizu University, Sophia University, Tokai University, Anabuki College Group, Laugh & Peace Entertainment School Okinawa and Ajinomoto do Brasil Chapter 1 Why Study in Japan 5 Reasons to Study in Japan Employment in Japan Japan is hiring more and more talented international students regardless of their nationality. They energize their organizations with diverse thinking and perspectives, and serve as international go-betweens. Japan has many blue-chip companies with world-beating technology and top market shares. These include major corporations as well as small and medium-sized companies. Working in Japan can be a great opportunity to accumulate knowledge and experience that will help your future. 5 Student Guide to Japan 2026-2027 / 01 Chapter 1 Why Study in Japan Japan Facts and Figures 1 Longest life expectancy: 1st 1 Total automobiles exported in the world: 1st 2 Industrial robots in operation in the world: 2nd 3 Total of financial contributions to the UN: 3rd | Gross domestic product (GDP): 4th
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Number of Nobel laureates (31) in the world: 6th (and 2nd in Asia) According to Japan Student Services Organization research | | | | Global Peace Index in the world: 12th (and 2nd in Asia)
| | | | Population in the world: 11th
| Number of World Heritage Sites in the world: 11th (and 3rd in Asia) Chugoku region Shimane Okayama Kumamoto Basic information on Japan Area: Approx. 378,000 km2 | Population: Approx. 123,802,000 | | --- | | Capital: Tokyo | | Language: Japanese | | Currency: yen (¥) | Source: Statistics Bureau, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (As of 2024) 02 / Student Guide to Japan 2026-2027 Miyazaki Kyushu/Okinawa regions Kagoshima Okinawa Hokkaido region Hokkaido Student Guide to Japan 2026-2027 / 03 Chapter 1 Why Study in Japan Feedback from International Students in Japan QWhy did you choose to study in Japan? (multiple answers possible) No. 1 ANN . 23 No. 4 No. 5 No. 6 No. 7 No. 8 Interested in Japanese society, wanted to live in Japan Wanted to study the Japanese language/Japanese culture Found education and research at Japanese institutions, etc. appealing Because the specialty or major I was interested in was offered in Japan Wanted to come in contact with a different culture Geographically close Considered other countries, but conditions such as academic abilities and costs in Japan suited me best Wanted to work in an

FAQs

What are the main reasons international students choose to study in Japan?

Students choose Japan for interest in Japanese society, language and culture, appealing education and research opportunities, and majors available in Japan. Many also cite opportunities linked to Japan, geographic closeness, and considerations of costs and academic fit.

What kind of programs and timelines are outlined for planning studies in Japan?

The guide describes academic degrees and titles such as bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, associate, diploma, and advanced diploma routes, including typical study durations. It also covers short-term study experiences and Japanese language learning options like university entry courses and language programs.

How does the guide present Japan’s facts and figures?

It lists internationally ranked indicators such as life expectancy, automobiles exported, industrial robots, financial contributions to the UN, Nobel laureates, peace index ranking, population ranking, and the number of world heritage sites. It also provides basic country information including area, capital, language, and currency.

Oct 5, 2026

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