Japan is a developed country in East Asia with rich educational resources and relatively low study costs, which makes it popular with international students from around the world.
There are many ways to study in Japan — language schools, universities, graduate schools and more — and the requirements differ for each.
Routes
Main routes
01
University (undergraduate)
Admission through the EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission) and each university’s or faculty’s own exam.
02
Graduate school
Admission through each graduate school’s own exam (written exam, interview, research proposal, etc.).
03
Other routes
There are many other options, including research student programmes, university preparatory courses (bekka), vocational schools and language schools.

Support
How we support you
Shirokuma Gijuku respects each student’s individuality and provides a plan and exam preparation suited to you. Feel free to contact us at any time.
Contact
Let’s talk first.
Not sure about your Japanese level or which school to aim for? That’s exactly what a free consultation is for. You’re also welcome to sit in on a class.
