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Tokyo / Private
| Postal code | 214-8580 |
|---|---|
| Address | 2-1-1 Higashi Mita, Tama-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa |
| Department to contact | Graduate School Office |
| Phone | 044-911-1271 |
| Fax | 044-911-1299 |
| Type of research department | Researcher development., Development of experts in their fields of specialization., For some courses, development of experts in their fields of specialization. |
| Program | Master's program |
| Major | Major in Japanese Language and Literature, Major in English Language and Literature, Major in Philosophy, Major in History, Major in Geography, Major in Sociology, Major in Psychology, Major in Journalism |
| International students examination offered | Special selection of international students |
| Application from outside Japan | Not available. |
| Prior qualification screening | Necessary. |
| Japanese language ability examination | You must pass Japanese Language Proficiency Test (1st level) or takeExamination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU) required |
| Availability of previous examination papers | Available by mail Please make an inquiry for details. |
| Qualification to apply | Completion of undergraduate degree or equivalent Applicants who have completed 16 years and above of school education in their home countries or expect to complete it by the designated date. Applicants who are 22 years old or older and are recognized to have abilities equivalent to graduates by special admission qualification screening. Please make an inquiry for details. |
| Notes | Applicants who have not fulfilled 16 years of school education should inquire beforehand. Others(The Major in English Language and Literature and the Major in Journalism do not conduct entrance examinations for international students.) |
| Number of international students in 2025 | 20 |
| Number of privately financed students | 19 |
| Number of exchange international students | 0 |
| Examination fee | 35,000 yen |
| Admission fee | 200,000 yen |
| Tuition per year | 470,000 yen |
| Other expenses | 232,000 yen |
| Total expenses (First year) | 902,000 yen |
| Remarks | Please make an inquiry beforehand, because 'Other Expenses' differs by major. Please make a detailed inquiry as expenses differ for individual conditions. The above fees are those from the previous year and are for reference only. |
| Entry | April, 2026 |
| Application category | 1st Recruitment: Entrance Examination for International Students |
| Deadline for prior qualification screening | July 28, 2025 |
| Starting date for application submission | September 01, 2025 |
| Deadline of application | September 08, 2025 |
| Date of examination | September 27, 2025 |
| Notification of examination result | October 03, 2025 |
| Remarks | The examination schedule varies by majors. |
| Examination/screening methods | Major subjects(Answer in Japanese), Oral examination, Subjects differ by major. Please make an inquiry. |
| Entry | April, 2026 |
| Application category | 1st Recruitment: Entrance Examination for International Students |
| Deadline for prior qualification screening | July 28, 2025 |
| Starting date for application submission | September 08, 2025 |
| Deadline of application | September 16, 2025 |
| Date of examination | October 04, 2025 |
| Notification of examination result | October 10, 2025 |
| Remarks | The examination schedule varies by majors. |
| Examination/screening methods | Major subjects(Answer in Japanese), Oral examination, Subjects differ by major. Please make an inquiry. |
| Entry | April, 2026 |
| Application category | 2nd Recruitment: Entrance Examination for International Students |
| Deadline for prior qualification screening | December 10, 2025 |
| Starting date for application submission | January 19, 2026 |
| Deadline of application | January 26, 2026 |
| Date of examination | February 21, 2026 |
| Notification of examination result | February 27, 2026 |
| Remarks | The examination schedule varies by majors. |
| Examination/screening methods | Major subjects(Answer in Japanese), Oral examination, Subjects differ by major. Please make an inquiry. |
| Entry | April, 2026 |
| Application category | 2nd Recruitment: Entrance Examination for International Students |
| Deadline for prior qualification screening | December 10, 2025 |
| Starting date for application submission | January 26, 2026 |
| Deadline of application | February 02, 2026 |
| Date of examination | February 21, 2026 |
| Notification of examination result | February 27, 2026 |
| Remarks | The examination schedule varies by majors. |
| Examination/screening methods | Major subjects(Answer in Japanese), Oral examination, Subjects differ by major. Please make an inquiry. |
| Entry | April, 2026 |
| Application category | 2nd Recruitment: Entrance Examination for International Students |
| Deadline for prior qualification screening | December 10, 2025 |
| Starting date for application submission | January 26, 2026 |
| Deadline of application | February 02, 2026 |
| Date of examination | February 28, 2026 |
| Notification of examination result | March 06, 2026 |
| Remarks | The examination schedule varies by majors. |
| Examination/screening methods | Major subjects(Answer in Japanese), Oral examination, Subjects differ by major. Please make an inquiry. |
| Entry | April, 2026 |
| Application category | 2nd Recruitment: Entrance Examination for International Students |
| Deadline for prior qualification screening | December 10, 2025 |
| Starting date for application submission | February 02, 2026 |
| Deadline of application | February 09, 2026 |
| Date of examination | February 28, 2026 |
| Notification of examination result | March 06, 2026 |
| Remarks | The examination schedule varies by majors. |
| Examination/screening methods | Major subjects(Answer in Japanese), Oral examination, Subjects differ by major. Please make an inquiry. |
| Program | Doctoral program |
| Major | Major in Japanese Language and Literature, Major in English Language and Literature, Major in Philosophy, Major in History, Major in Geography, Major in Sociology, Major in Psychology |
| International students examination offered | Special selection of international students |
| Application from outside Japan | Not available. |
| Prior qualification screening | Necessary. |
| Japanese language ability examination | You must pass Japanese Language Proficiency Test (1st level) or takeExamination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU) required |
| Availability of previous examination papers | Available by mail Please make an inquiry for details. |
| Qualification to apply | Completion of Masters degree or equivalent. Recognized as having completed the equivalent of a masters degree by a special admission qualification screening and be at least 24 years old. Please make an inquiry for details. |
| Notes | Applicants who have not fulfilled 18 years of school education should inquire beforehand. Others(The Major in English Language and Literature does not conduct entrance examinations for international students.) |
| Number of international students in 2025 | 5 |
| Number of privately financed students | 5 |
| Number of exchange international students | 0 |
| Examination fee | 35,000 yen |
| Admission fee | 200,000 yen |
| Tuition per year | 450,000 yen |
| Other expenses | 187,000 yen |
| Total expenses (First year) | 837,000 yen |
| Remarks | Please make an inquiry beforehand, because 'Other Expenses' differs by major. Please make a detailed inquiry as expenses differ for individual conditions. The above fees are those from the previous year and are for reference only. |
| Entry | April, 2026 |
| Application category | Entrance Examination for International Students |
| Deadline for prior qualification screening | December 10, 2025 |
| Starting date for application submission | January 26, 2026 |
| Deadline of application | February 02, 2026 |
| Date of examination | February 21, 2026 |
| Notification of examination result | February 27, 2026 |
| Remarks | The examination schedule varies by majors. |
| Examination/screening methods | Major subjects(Answer in Japanese), Oral examination, Subjects differ by major. Please make an inquiry. |
| Entry | April, 2026 |
| Application category | Entrance Examination for International Students |
| Deadline for prior qualification screening | December 10, 2025 |
| Starting date for application submission | February 02, 2026 |
| Deadline of application | February 09, 2026 |
| Date of examination | February 28, 2026 |
| Notification of examination result | March 06, 2026 |
| Remarks | The examination schedule varies by majors. |
| Examination/screening methods | Language of examination, Major subjects(Answer in Japanese), Oral examination, Subjects differ by major. Please make an inquiry. |
| Program | Research program (Graduate program) |
| International students examination offered | No special selection of international students |
| Application from outside Japan | Not available. |
| Prior qualification screening | Necessary. |
| Availability of previous examination papers | Please make an inquiry for details. |
| Qualification to apply | Completion of Masters degree or equivalent. Completion of undergraduate degree or equivalent Please make an inquiry for details. |
| Notes | Applicants who have not fulfilled 16 years of school education should inquire beforehand. Applicants who have not fulfilled 18 years of school education should inquire beforehand. Others(Certification of Japanese proficiency is necessary.) |
| Number of international students in 2025 | 3 |
| Number of privately financed students | 3 |
| Number of exchange international students | 0 |
| Examination fee | 20,000 yen |
| Admission fee | 70,000 yen |
| Tuition per year | 72,000 yen |
| Other expenses | 2,000 yen |
| Total expenses (First year) | 144,000 yen |
| Remarks | Please make a detailed inquiry as expenses differ for individual conditions. The above fees are those from the previous year and are for reference only. |
Last update: Jun. 11, 2025
