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The Naruto University of Education is located in Seto Inland Sea National Park. The University's surroundings include the dynamic Naruto whirlpools, Ryōzen-Ji Temple, which is the first stop on the 88-temple Shikoku Pilgrimage, and the Ōtsuka Museum of Art, which houses an exhibit of ceramic plate reproductions of Western works of art. Only two hours by highway bus from Osaka, the park draws large numbers of tourists and pilgrims. A scenic and shining idyll of the sapphire sea and emerald trees, our University's lovely campus is conducive to an expansive atmosphere that encourages contemplative and studious effort. Our first president, Yoshiaki Maeda, believes that "the…
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The university was established in 1888 under the name Nara Normal School for Teachers and has continued providing education for over 120 years, with its name changing to Nara University of Education along the way. The university, where we study and instruct theoretics of arts and science and its application, aims to develop cultivated human resources of high intelligence, exceptionally competent advancement of Nara's distinct culture. The standard of education for overseas students in this institution has also gained a strong reputation due to its excellent educational content that exploits the unique features of the ancient city of Nara. Alternatively, there are ma…
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Nara is a place where one can breathe deeply the rich scents of nature and where the spirit of innovation intersects with the distant past. Deep in this heartland of ancient Japanese culture, on the southern border of the futuristic Kansai Science City stands Nara University. Nara University is continually leading the way with its unique, cutting-edge research, making full use of this beautiful location and the stimulation of its environment. From the establishment of the Department of the Preservation of Cultural Properties, the first of its kind in Japan, to the introduction of its Geographical Information System, ranked as one of Japan's tops, Nara University is always…
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Nara Medical University strives towards flexible and logical corporate governance based on a clear and well-defined corporate responsibility image. Specifically, Nara Medical University aims to overcome the challenges faced by technical universities such as ourselves by dealing with issues that arise logically, broadening our connections with other universities and public bodies, and deepening our connection with the community through a more integrated approach to the development of our new campus, which entirely takes advantage of the university's facilities. 2015 marks the 70th anniversary of Nara Medical University. Perhaps it is perfect for Nara Medical University t…
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Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST) is a Japanese national university* located in Kansai Science City, a border region between Nara, Osaka, and Kyoto. Founded in 1991, NAIST consists solely of graduate schools in three integrated areas: information science, biological sciences, and materials science. The university's objectives are to conduct cutting-edge research in frontier areas and train students to become tomorrow's science and technology leaders. NAIST was established in 1991 as a new type of national graduate school, one without undergraduate programs, with three graduate schools focusing on advancing information, biological, and materials sciences, …
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Nanzan University was first established as Nanzan College of Foreign Languages in 1946. It has since grown to encompass eight faculties that offer 17 undergraduate and five graduate degree programs. As a coeducational Catholic institute of higher learning, our founding principle focuses on "educating from a Christian worldview." To help us better translate this founding principle into concrete action, we have adopted "Hominis Dignitati" (for all human beings) as our educational motto. Our vision at Nanzan University to "empower the individual to become a power in and for the world," which embodies the spirit of respecting people, maintaining diversity, coexisting, an…
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Nakamura Gakuen was born in 1954 in Fukuoka, Kyushu's political, economic, and cultural hub with a long history of overseas interaction. Over the half a century since its foundation, Nakamura Gakuen has continuously endeavored to live up to the educational ideals and principles of its founder, Professor Haru Nakamura. Thanks to many people's understanding and support, we have been able to grow and flourish during this time. We believe that innovations in technology will make more progress, and the era, which will include an ect in every aspect of our daily lives, is just around the corner. People from all walks of life are now participating in society, irrespective of…
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Nagoya Girls' School, the predecessor of Nagoya Women's University(NWU), was founded in 1915. Haruko Koshihara, the school founder, established "Kindness" as the guiding principle of the school and emphasized that women should devote themselves to their studies to become independent in society and contribute to cultural improvement. The school's founder's spiritual legacy lives on at Nagoya Women's Junior College (now NWU), which was established in 1950. Haruko advocated "equality between men and women through women's efforts" and stressed that, to that end, women needed to acquire a high level of culture and vocational ability and attain economic independence. The ed…
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NUFS, which has more than 300 foreign teachers and students worldwide, has an international campus integrated into the following five domains: study abroad programs, active learning native speakers, career support, and an international campus. NUFS makes every effort to support individuals who can broadcast themselves confidently The most crucial point in learning at NUFS that we offer the educational style best suited to each student's ability, talent, and intention. The foundation of all our abilities lies in the Japanese language we are using every day, which is apparent in our culture and daily lives. Acquiring a firm foundation of Japanese is expected in parallel…
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Where world-class education becomes a reality, since its foundation in 1953, Nagoya University of Commerce & Business has been dedicated to helping students create a path in life that is distinctly their own. The energy driving the mission of NUCB is the ambition and optimism behind a 'Frontier Spirit.' Our mission is to educate innovative and ethical leaders who possess a ʻFrontier Spiritʼ and create knowledge that advances business and society. Our students will have the ability to bridge the gap between New Asia and the rest of the world. To train business leaders and entrepreneurs who can contribute to the business world of tomorrow, we offer an advanced educa…
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As the only private “university” of the arts, NUA aims to cultivate persons of talent with rich sensibility and creativity and foster human resources who contribute to creating and developing art, culture, and human development. Many NUA alumni contribute to society as creators, performers, designers, and educators, utilizing specialized knowledge and professional skills they studied at NUA. Under provisions of the Basic Act on Education (Act No.120 of 2006) and School Education Act (Act No.26 of 1947), the purpose of NUA is to carry out education and research in specialized scholarship and arts concerning the arts and specialized knowledge on human development, to give…
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Nagoya University has a 144-year history, dating from when the Temporary Medical School/Public Hospital -- the forerunner of today's Nagoya University -- was established in 1871. The University became the last Imperial University of Japan in 1939, and the educational reforms in 1949 led to the beginning of Nagoya University under the new education system. From that time to this day, the University has been pursuing steady development. With its free and vibrant academic culture, which has been passed down since its foundation, Nagoya University has been stepping up efforts to achieve two fundamental objectives stated in the Nagoya University Academic Charter established …
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Nagoya Institute of Technology (NITech) was founded as the first national institution of higher education in central Japan to develop the region as Japan's industrial center. Maintaining respect for this historic mission and acting as one of the leading engineering institutes in Japan, NITech shall therefore make its fundamental mission is to developing revolutionary science and technologies, fostering rich human resources, and contributing to peace and social welfare of the future by acting as a source to produce and develop new industries and culture consistently. NITech shall respect practical and creative research activities based on its members' independent ideas, …
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Our University is founded on the Christian spirit “Fear God, Love People,” and our goal is ‘to foster our ambitions and global awareness and prepare leaders who will contribute to society.’ “Fear God” means to be humble before everything that exists around you and to learn humbly. Also, “Love People” means to love one another, but this has been an eternal task for the human race. However, if we start giving and keeping on giving, we can get even a little closer to the goal of love. ‘Learning’ and ‘giving’ is not that easy. However, within these difficulties lie hidden the seeds of growth. We have eight departments covering 11 subjects, each developing a unique, divers…
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Nagoya College of Music is committed to developing creative and skilled professional musicians. Undergraduate and graduate students are prepared for careers in music education, performance, composition, and music therapy. Nagoya College of Music provides opportunities for all majors to enhance their musical skills and knowledge through participation in various academic courses, performance studies, ensembles, and field experiences. Our wide range of programs offers students the flexibility to pursue varied interests. With our campus located in Nagoya, students are situated to take advantage of this great city's musical resources. Nagoya College of Music promotes the music…
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Nagoya City University was established as a public university consisting of the Medical School and the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in 1950. However, its lineage stretches back to Nagoya School of Pharmacy, established in 1884, and Nagoya Municipal Women's Higher Medical School, established in 1943. As seen today, NCU has developed into a university comprising six schools and faculties (the Medical School, the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the Faculty of Economics, which has commemorated the 50th anniversary of its foundation the School of Humanities and Social Sciences and the School of Design and Architecture, both of which have commemorated their 20th anniv…
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Nagoya Bunri University has its origin in the Nagoya Professional School of Nutrition, founded in 1956 by Kazumasu Takikawa. The school expanded in 1966 to become the Nagoya Junior College of Nutrition, and in 1999 to become Nagoya Bunri University. At present, there are two campuses, in Inazawa and Nagoya. The University consists of 3 departments in 2 schools, while the junior college consists of 1 department composed of 2 majors. Altogether there are 1400 students. The University had its roots in a school of nutrition, but now "Food, Nutrition, and Information Technology" are the three pillars of youth education. "Food" and "Nutrition" are the most fundamental aspects…
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Nagasaki Wesleyan University opened in 2002 in commemoration of the 120th anniversary of the founding of Chinzei Gakuin in response to the healthy wishes of—and with the robust support of—sister schools worldwide and its local community. The University's parent organization, Chinzei Gakuin, has long pursued educating students to love God and their fellow man in keeping with Christianity's two primary tenets. We further developed that school motto for use in a university setting, adopting the cultivation of brotherly love, characterized by a love of God and one's fellow man, as NWU's educational mission. The term Wesleyan refers to a follower of 18th century Engl…
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Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies is an independent, co-educational four-year liberal arts university. The school’s roots go back to the months after the city had been reduced to ashes by the atomic bomb. It was founded as Nagasaki College of Foreign Languages on December 1, 1945, by the Reverend Takeo Aoyama, Mr. Sumio Ogata, and other Uma-machi Church members in downtown Nagasaki. Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies was established to carry out the spirit of Christian education (School Regulations, First Article). For this reason, the school offers programs in Christianity (School Regulations, Second Article). A brief outline is listed below. The school chapla…
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There are only seven foreign language universities in all of Japan. West of Kansai, there is only one: Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies. Learning a foreign language in Nagasaki is a significant and fascinating experience. For hundreds of years, Nagasaki has prospered as a gateway to the world. It served as a window to Western Civilization during Japan's isolation in the Edo period. From all over Japan, young people with high ambition traveled to Nagasaki to study foreign languages and civilizations, and they played an essential role in the shaping of modern Japan. At our university, in this historic, cosmopolitan city of Nagasaki, we firmly believe that "The wor…
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Nagasaki Junshin Catholic University is run by the Congregation of the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, a Catholic religious congregation founded in Nagasaki in 1934 to promote women's education. Located amid tranquil surroundings in Nagasaki's hills, it offers several taught degree courses from Bachelor to Doctoral level. Although its student base is predominantly female, it welcomes applications from both male and female international students interested in applying for one of the study programs listed below. The university sits on a spacious campus with a beautiful view looking out to sea. Campus facilities include a cafeteria, a convenience store, a coffee m…
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Respect for humanity is the founding principle of Nagasaki International University, from which we strive for better human relations and hospitality. We wish to contribute to a society that values health and culture through our educational and research endeavors. Under the basic philosophy of "respect for human beings", NIU was founded in 2000 through a "public-private partnership" among our parent organization, an educational foundation Kyushu Bunka Gakuen, Nagasaki Prefecture, Sasebo City, and the local business community. Since its foundation, NIU established the Faculty of Health Management in 2002, the Graduate School of Human and Social Studies in 2004, the Facu…
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The Nagasaki Institute of Applied Science was founded in 1942 in Nagasaki, the cradle of Western technology in Japan. Today, the campus is situated amid rich greenery on the Aba hillside overlooking Tachibana Bay. NAS is located in Nagasaki, a city that suffered an atomic bombing. This research body studies the atomic bomb, disarmament, and the peaceful utilization of science. The institute conveys the message of peace through lectures and symposiums and also engages in surveys on peace awareness and the editing of related books. The Nagasaki Institute of Applied Science, although a small regional educational institution, boasts a glorious tradition based on its found…
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The remarkable strides made in Japanese science and technology have been accompanied by no less outstanding achievements by the Japanese industry over the last few decades. The time has already arrived. There is a need for a new approach to science and technology, facilitating the formation of a positive, balanced, and supportive relationship between man's environment and the industry's progress and needs. As such, it is a university that places its most significant emphasis on graduate-level education. The Nagaoka University of Technology aims to establish itself as an indispensable member of a global society. A university that creates GIGAKU with a proactive approach …
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By adopting a comprehensive new approach that considers design from a range of perspectives - from artistic to engineering, information, and economic the Nagaoka Institute of Design seeks to encourage students to discover new roles and possibilities for design in the 21st century. From the campus layout to the buildings, facilities, and types of equipment, every aspect of the study environment has been designed to serve an educational purpose. Through such efforts, we continually strive to realize an innovative design education philosophy befitting the new age in which we live. Our curriculum is based on the belief that students learn by acquiring critical skills and a …
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