Home to world-class universities and the MEXT scholarship. Japan offers affordable education, cutting-edge technology, and unique cultural experience.
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U of Tokyo World Rank
MEXT
Full Scholarship Available
$3,600
National Uni Tuition/year
1 Year
Fast PR (HSP Visa)
Fully funded - tuition + ¥145,000/month stipend
National universities only ~$3,600/year
Leading in robotics, electronics, automotive
One of world's safest and cleanest countries
28 hrs/week allowed, many part-time jobs
Rich history, anime, cuisine, and traditions
For students enrolled in Japanese institutions
Post-graduation job search
For technical professionals
Points-based fast-track visa
University of Tokyo
Tokyo
Programs: All disciplines
Kyoto University
Kyoto
Programs: Sciences, Medicine, Law
Osaka University
Osaka
Programs: Engineering, Medicine
Tokyo Institute of Technology
Tokyo
Programs: Engineering, Sciences
Tohoku University
Sendai
Programs: Materials, Engineering
Waseda University
Tokyo
Programs: Business, Politics, Engineering
| Role | Entry Level | Mid Level (5+ years) |
|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | ¥4M - 6M | ¥8M - 15M |
| Data Scientist | ¥5M - 7M | ¥10M - 18M |
| Mechanical Engineer | ¥4M - 5M | ¥7M - 12M |
| Consultant | ¥5M - 8M | ¥12M - 25M |
| English Teacher (ALT) | ¥3M - 4M | ¥4M - 6M |
| Finance (Banking) | ¥5M - 7M | ¥10M - 20M |
MEXT (Ministry of Education) scholarship is Japan's prestigious fully-funded scholarship covering tuition, living allowance (¥143,000-145,000/month), and travel. Apply through Japanese Embassy (April) or University recommendation track.
Not necessarily. Many programs (especially graduate) are taught in English. However, Japanese (N2-N1 level) is highly recommended for daily life and employment. Many students study Japanese before/during their studies.
National university tuition is very affordable (¥535,800/year ≈ $3,600). With MEXT or tuition waivers, it can be near-free. Living costs are moderate outside Tokyo. Many students work part-time (28 hrs/week allowed).
Yes! Switch to Designated Activities visa for job hunting (6-12 months). Japan actively recruits foreign graduates. Engineers and tech workers are in high demand. Learn Japanese to N2 level for best opportunities.
Points-based visa for skilled workers. Score 70+ points (education, salary, age, Japanese ability) for PR in 3 years, 80+ points for PR in 1 year. Fastest path to permanent residence in Japan.
