Studying in Japan
Top research quality, cheaper than the West
Japan combines world-class universities, lower tuition than Western countries, and generous government scholarships. Many graduate programs now run in English — Japanese remains a big asset for life and careers there.
Updated: Juli 2026 · Figures are indicative and subject to change — always verify with official sources/partners before making financial decisions.
1Major Scholarships
MEXT (Monbukagakusho)
Full: tuition + monthly stipend + airfare
🗓 Embassy track opens ± April–May
JASSO & beasiswa kampus
Partial: monthly stipend
🗓 Follows university admission
2Strong Subjects
3Indicative Tuition & Living Costs
National universities ± ¥535k/year; private higher. Far below the US/UK for comparable quality.
Indicatively ¥80–150k/month depending on the city; 28 hrs/week part-time work is allowed for students.
Figures are indicative and subject to change — always verify with official sources/partners before making financial decisions.
4Language Requirements
English programs: IELTS 5.5–6.5. Japanese programs: JLPT N2. MEXT has its own tests — JLPT isn't required to apply.
5Documents to Prepare
- Passport & photos per format
- Diploma & transcript + translation (English/Japanese)
- Language certificate: JLPT or IELTS/TOEFL (English programs)
- Study & research plan essay (for MEXT)
- 2 academic recommendation letters
- Health certificate
6Intakes & Preparation Timeline
🗓 Main intake April; many international programs intake September/October
- 1
Research countries/campuses + start language prep
12–18 months before intake
- 2
Language score in hand + build documents (CV, essays, references)
9–12 months before
- 3
Submit university & scholarship applications
6–9 months before
- 4
Results, student visa & departure prep
2–5 months before
7Common Questions
Do I need Japanese to study in Japan?
Not always — hundreds of programs run in English. Basic Japanese still helps daily life and unlocks part-time work.
Can I work part-time while studying?
Yes, up to 28 hours/week with an immigration permit — enough to offset part of living costs, but never plan it as your main funding.
Do I need Japanese to study in Japan?
Not always — English-taught degrees keep growing (incl. MEXT tracks & top universities). Still, N2+ unlocks far more campuses, scholarships, and part-time/career options after graduating.
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