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Kanagawa / Private
| Postal code | 215-8558 |
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| Address | 1-11-1 Kamiasao, Asao, Kawasaki, KANAGAWA, Japan |
| Department to contact | Admissions and PR Office |
| Phone | 044-953-6606 |
| Fax | 044-953-1311 |
| International Students Examination | There is special selection. |
| Admission capacity | a few (for the 2027 school year) |
| Application fee | 38,000 yen (for the 2027 school year) |
| Admission fee | 200,000 yen (for the 2027 school year) |
| Tuition per year | 1,420,000 yen (for the 2027 school year) |
| Other expenses | 705,500 yen (for the 2027 school year) |
| Application to delay payment or receive a refund | Not available. |
| Remarks | The "Other expenses" listed above are primarily facility expenses. |
| Department(s) | Musical Arts, Music and Art Managemnt |
| Distribution of application forms | End of July |
| Availability of previous exams | Please inquire. |
| Entry (Spring) | April, 2027 entry |
| Application category | First acceptance |
| Starting date for application submission | October 2, 2026 |
| Deadline of application | October 8, 2026 (must arrive by this date) |
| Date of examination | October 25, 2026 |
| Notification of examination result | November 2, 2026 |
| Deadline of enrollment procedures | November 13, 2026 |
| Admission procedures - Application from outside Japan | Available. |
| Admission procedures - Visiting Japan for entrance exam | Not necessary. |
| Sections of exam prepared by the college or university | Application screening process, Interview, Specialized Practical Skills, etc. |
| Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) | Not necessary. |
| Remarks | While the Japanese Language Proficiency Test is not required, applicants must undergo a specialized practical skills test for their respective departments, as well as an essay and an interview for international students. However, applicants who have passed the N2 level (equivalent to CEFR level B2) or higher are exempt from the interview (submission of a certificate is required). |
| Entry (Spring) | April, 2027 entry |
| Application category | Second acceptance |
| Starting date for application submission | November 27, 2026 |
| Deadline of application | December 3, 2026 (must arrive by this date) |
| Date of examination | December 19, 2026 |
| Notification of examination result | January 12, 2026 |
| Deadline of enrollment procedures | January 22, 2027 |
| Admission procedures - Application from outside Japan | Available. |
| Admission procedures - Visiting Japan for entrance exam | Not necessary. |
| Sections of exam prepared by the college or university | Application screening process, Interview, Specialized Practical Skills, etc. |
| Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) | Not necessary. |
| Remarks | While the Japanese Language Proficiency Test is not required, applicants must undergo a specialized practical skills test for their respective departments, as well as an essay and an interview for international students. However, applicants who have passed the N2 level (equivalent to CEFR level B2) or higher are exempt from the interview (submission of a certificate is required). |
| Entry (Spring) | April, 2027 entry |
| Application category | Third acceptance |
| Starting date for application submission | January 7, 2027 |
| Deadline of application | January 14, 2027 (must arrive by this date) |
| Date of examination | February 2, 2027 - February 3, 2027 |
| Notification of examination result | February 12, 2027 |
| Deadline of enrollment procedures | February 22, 2027 |
| Admission procedures - Application from outside Japan | Not available. |
| Sections of exam prepared by the college or university | Application screening process, Interview, Specialized Practical Skills, etc. |
| Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) | Not necessary. |
| Remarks | While the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is not required, applicants must undergo a specialized practical skills assessment for their chosen department, as well as an essay test and an interview designed for international students. However, applicants who have passed the N2 level (equivalent to CEFR level B2) or higher are exempt from the interview (submission of a certificate is required). A Fourth acceptance for international students will be held. Application period: February 5–10, 2027 (must arrive by this date); examination date: February 20; announcement of results: March 2; deadline for enrollment procedures: March 9. |
Last update: Aug. 17, 2026
