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Located in a safe and convenient district in the center of Hiroshima, the city of peace, Elisabeth University of Music is fully equipped with many facilities, including a large concert hall with a pipe organ, a small concert hall ideally suited for chamber music, and many rehearsal rooms. One of the distinctive features of Elisabeth University of Music, as the first private music university in Japan to establish a doctorate program, is its comprehensive level of education. Our staff includes internationally renowned performers and very accomplished teachers, most of whom have studied abroad. They are, therefore, more than able to understand the feelings and concerns …
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At Ehime University, we have taken our rebirth as the National University Corporation Ehime University in 2004 as an opportunity for setting out a new vision of "Becoming a university that is united as one" as our governance policy. Working to make this vision reality, we have already achieved some tangible results, including University-wide educational reforms which reach across departmental boundaries (including capacity development among teaching staff and the introduction of academic management methods based on the educational coordinator system), the creation of cross-departmental research centers (advanced research centers at the top global level and community-based…
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Edogawa University is committed to carefully-crafted education for each student's success through a consistently small number class size. Although we stated we are committed to carefully-crafted education, we are also aiming at practical education that solves everyday problems such as sleep and anxiety, co-existence with nature, nature conservation, cultural heritage protection, town revitalization, establishing new business development in contrast to heavy industry, child care issues, and computerization and internationalization. The ability to gather information and judge it is an essential skill in today's information society. It is necessary to discover prop…
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Doshisha Women's College of Liberal Arts was established in Kyoto in 1876 by Joseph Hardy Neesima, the founder of Doshisha, his wife, Yae Neesima Alice J. Starkweather, an American missionary, and others. Dedicated to core principles of Christianity, internationalism, and liberal arts, the college has a history of constant innovation. It has grown to include eleven departments in six faculties and four graduate schools on two campuses in Kyotanabe and Imadegawa. Total enrollment is currently approximately 6,500 students. Our educational and research activities are based on the three educational pillars of Christianity, internationalism, and liberal arts. In 2016 we cele…
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In the turmoil of the last days of the Edo period, a young man was deeply concerned that Japan had no future unless it embraced various ideas and ways of thinking from Europe and America. Passionately driven by a desire to learn, a curiosity about the wider world, and a longing for freedom, he left Japan for the US by himself, breaking the seclusion policy that prohibited citizens from traveling overseas. On the US-bound ship, the man was given the name 'Joe.' Eventually, he became the first Japanese person to graduate from a US university. The man was Joseph Hardy Neesima, and it was Neesima who later founded Doshisha University. In practicing human education, Doshisha…
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Dokkyo University, an institution originating out of the Doitsu-gaku Kyokai Gakko （German Studies Association School c.1883）, was founded in 1964 by Dr. Teiyu Amano. Dr. Amano was a philosopher and an educator, and he firmly believed in the principle that a university is an institution where the character is developed through learning. In order to become a university open to the world, Dokkyo University continually strives to promote internationalization. Our university sends countless students to overseas institutions while accepting exchange students from universities throughout the world each year. We are proud of our academic exchange agreements with 46 universit…
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Digital technology reaches every corner of our lives, and people can connect with others around the world at any time. In the ever-changing twenty-first century, there is a need for people equipped with international awareness and the skills to use digital communication effectively and efficiently. Digital Hollywood University has offered advanced education where students can develop the skills to thrive in the future since its establishment, anticipating that society will see the most significant transformation in the twenty-first century. The creation and sharing of knowledge have always been a part of humankind's history and is a hallmark of a highly evolved civiliza…
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Den-en Chofu University specializes in "social welfare" education and research to cultivate and foster talented young people who can work in welfare services that support all life stages, from "early childhood to late adulthood". "Shaga-shojin" is a Japanese word that refers to trying one's best to deny selfish ideas and desires while putting all of one's energy into a social cause or duty. The school motto of "saga-shojin" was established by Risuke Kawamura, the first principal of Chofu Girl's School, the predecessor school of Den-en Chofu University. Our university strives to accomplish its goal of nurturing welfare professionals who can address the future's welfare…
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Daito Bunka University, established in 1923, is a historic institution focusing on research on Asian cultures. Since its birth, more than 100,000 graduates have been making an impact across the world. Cooperating with over 100 sister universities, mainly in Asia but not excluding other regions of the world, Daito Bunka University sends more than 400 students a year abroad to study while receiving many international students every year. In order to encourage our students to exert themselves to solve a variety of problems in our modern society while sustaining their interest in history, society, and cultures in the world, contributing to the local and global community out…
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Daiichi University of Pharmacy (the University) is located in Fukuoka City on Kyushu's southern island. Established on a rich history of culture and traditions, the city boasts local festivals, professional sports, and competitive education. Considered the Gateway to Asia, Fukuoka can be accessed by sea, air, and land, providing international exchanges and development opportunities. The University is one of 31 schools that form educational organization Tsuzuki Gakuen. Tsuzuki Gakuen has three pharmacy schools in Fukuoka, Yokohama, and Saitama. The University presently has 1060 students in attendance from around Kyushu and neighboring prefectures, with 150 graduates stud…
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Cyber University was founded in April 2007 as Japan's first fully online university. Students can receive higher education in cyberspace on the Internet without the inconvenience of commuting. The university, authorized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology, is operated by Japan Cyber Educational Institute, Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of SoftBank Corporation. Cyber University provides a diverse student body with learning opportunities through communication media. Our objective is to develop competent people equipped with academic strength and broad-ranging knowledge to be part of the workforce that forms the nation and society. Our…
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Established in 1885 as the English Law School, Chuo University was founded by 18 young attorneys who shared the philosophy of "Fostering the Ability to Apply Knowledge to Practice." Their goal was to provide practical education based on empirical knowledge and rational thinking, believing that understanding and knowledge of rational and practical British law was indispensable for establishing the judicial system and modernization of Japan. Today, as one of Japan's leading universities, we are proud to carry on this 130-year old tradition and pursue Chuo's practical education mission. Over the years, Chuo has grown steadily from a specialized School of Law, which cont…
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Chukyo University celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2014. Umemura Educational Institutions, the university's parent organization, marked its 90th anniversary in2013. These two milestones represent a strong legacy that we will build to make further strides in the future. As a roadmap, we have drafted "Next 10: Change, Challenge, Chukyo University," a long-term plan that outlined our direction and strategy for the decade started from the academic year 2014. Founded in 1954, Chukyo University is a comprehensive university with eleven undergraduate schools and eleven graduate schools, including professional schools of law and business. Starting in spring 2015, the School o…
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Chubu University was founded in 1938, when Professor Kohei Miura, the first President of CU, founded a technical institution in Nagoya. Later in 1964, the Chubu Institute of Technology (CIT) was established in Kasugai. Then, in 1984, CIT became a university and changed its name to Chubu University. Recently, Chubu University celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2014. Chubu University and two high schools (Chubu University Daiichi High School and Chubu University Haruhigaoka High School), and one junior high school (Chubu University Haruhigaoka Junior High School), is governed by Chubu University Educational Corporation, which celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2018. Chu…
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"The 21st Century is the era of Photonics" - we often encounter such statements. Chitose Institute of Science and Technology (CIST) primary purpose is to offer a unique educational experience that will lead students to an advanced level in the knowledge and techniques of the photonic sciences, which will undoubtedly be in the vanguard of technological progress in the 21st Century. CIST is what is called "A Publicly-funded and Privately-run College," which was founded by the City of Chitose in 1998 and has been under the private management of a university corporation. We have endeavored to produce and send many able persons with our society research results to bear fruit…
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Since its founding in 1928, the Chiba University of Commerce (CUC) has accepted many young people to study here under the educational philosophy of "practical scholarship with high morality" as it started as a school for accounting. The educational content we offer has evolved to nurture people who can respond to both the demands of the times and our changing society. We continue to engage in academic research aimed at finding solutions to the issues faced by our society. CUC inspires its students to become more active, expand their individuality, and develop their abilities. To help them tie together their book learning with real-life experience, they are regularly tes…
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Chikushi Jogakuen University's founding principles are based on the teachings of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism. In line with our motto of "self-reflection, harmony, and gratitude," our fundamental philosophy is to create a new era by encouraging young women to wake up to the limitless possibilities of life and nurture individuals who can realize their true potential in society. Our goal is to help students learn how to live more profound and more fulfilling lives during their time at the university and guide them to develop into independent women. The International Exchange Center provides support to students aiming to study overseas, such as assistance with language learning…
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Chiba University began with five faculties in 1949 as a national university under the new postwar education system. Since then, it has expanded to become a comprehensive university comprised of ten faculties and 11 graduate schools. Since its foundation, Chiba University has aimed to contribute to society through its pioneering education and research. To attain this goal, faculty and staff are encouraged to think outside the box and collaborate across specialties and professions. This open system of faculty-level exchange enables Chiba University to promote its distinctive integrated education and research. In 2004, changes to the education law allowed the national Un…
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Bukkyo University seeks to develop human resources with well-rounded humanity, an unshaken sense of ethics, and the spirit of thankfulness based on Buddhism's spirit. For this reason, we will accept those who are interested in themselves, the surrounding society, and people living there and have a strong will to improve themselves and contribute to society and other people. Our mission is to contribute to the enhancement of global culture and the progress of the welfare of all the human beings in the world by realizing the target of developing proactive people with personality and insight exalted based on the lofty spirit of Buddhism. Bukkyo University emphasize…
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Chiba Prefectural University of Health Sciences is an up and coming public university, continually adapting to the changing issues in health sciences. Chiba Prefectural University was established in April 2009 due to the groundbreaking merger of the long-established Chiba College of Health and Science with the former Chiba Prefectural College of Allied Medical Sciences. The current four-year undergraduate university has since celebrated six classes of outstanding students, boasting an enrollment of 740 students at its two fully-equipped campuses. We are committed to foster skilled professionals to promote the health and well-being of the communities we serve. We aim to …
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The Chiba Institute of Technology (CIT) is celebrating its seventy-fifth anniversary this year. CIT was established to offer engineering education equal in quality to that in Europe and America and raise the industrial capacity of Japan and all of Asia. CIT’s prospectus states: “Cultivate individuals that possess a love of country and the desire to collect knowledge from around the world and lead Japan and the rest of Asia in efforts to contribute to world culture.” This ideal has been passed down to the current age as the school philosophy: “Contributing to world culture through technology.” CIT has gained recognition through its achievements and long history—we are curr…
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Our University's parent organization, The Kake Educational Institution (KEI), establish the Okayama University of Science in 1964 with the educational philosophy "To draw out a student's maximum potential." In 1995 the Kurashiki University of Science and the Arts was established, and KEI consisted of 2 universities, a junior and senior high school, and two vocational schools. In April of 2004, at the strong requests of the City of Choshi in Chiba Prefecture, the Chiba Institute of Science was established with the Faculty of Pharmacy and the Faculty of Risk & Crisis Management. The Faculty of Pharmacy aims to preserve and advance each individual's health while improvin…
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The Bunkyo University Foundation is an academic group with four campuses. The Administrative Foundation Office and the University's Secretarial Department is located at the Hatanodai campus in Tokyo's Shinagawa Ward. There are also three schools attached to the university - a kindergarten, a junior high school, and a senior high school. Including the student enrollment in the kindergarten, 1,180 students are attending these schools. The Bunkyo University Foundation was established in 1927 with a founding spirit and educational philosophy of "The Rissho Spirit (Standing up for Truth)" and has developed as of today into a comprehensive group of schools which includes a ki…
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Bunkyo Gakuin University is part of Bunkyo Gakuen, an educational institution founded in 1924. Today Bunkyo Gakuen is comprised of a full range of educational institutions, including graduate school, University, junior college, vocational college, high school, junior high school, and kindergarten. For more than 80 years, Bunkyo Gakuen has emphasized and concentrated on practical education under a principle of education that encourages independence and co-existence. The University currently has over 4000 students enrolled in the undergraduate program who study within nine separate Departments. Bunkyo Gakuin University has sensed the need for continuous change and is taki…
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Bunka Gakuen University and the Junior College were established in 1950 as Bunka Women's Junior College. Along with more than half a century of history and tradition, we have cultivated a unique educational philosophy as pioneers in the study of fashion and lifestyle/creative fields. The field of learning was further expanded in 1991 when the Department of Intercultural Studies and the Department of English Language and Literature were established in the Faculty of Literature and the 2000 establishment of the Department of Health Psychology in the same Faculty. In the same year, the Faculty of Home Economics was divided into the Faculty of Fashion Science and the Faculty …
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