Toyo University’s Hakusan Campus is located in the heart of Tokyo. Although we’re just a few subway stops away from many of Tokyo’s most famous sightseeing areas, such as Shibuya, Akihabara, and Ueno, Hakusan Campus offers a calm atmosphere conducive to learning. Sleek, modern architecture is offset by trees, open space, and several shrines and temples nearby. Like the city where it is located, Hakusan Campus is modern and cosmopolitan with a quiet side just around every corner.

1. Location

The International House (I-House) offers students safe, comfortable, affordable housing minutes from campus, while the classrooms, computer labs, lecture halls, and other facilities create an excellent learning environment.

5. Modern Facilities (Hakusan Campus and I-House)

Multiple levels, small class sizes, engaging content, excellent instructors, and enough contact hours to learn the language while still having time for a life outside of class: These are just a few of the reasons why Toyo’s Japanese language and culture program is so popular among international students.

2. Japanese Language and Culture Program When you study at Toyo University, you don’t just make friends with students from Japan. You make friends with students from around the world. Each year, the size and diversity of Toyo’s international exchange student body increases, thanks largely to the high student satisfaction and overwhelmingly positive recommendations from our alumni to their kohai. By studying abroad at Toyo University, you join a unique global network of bright and talented international students.

6. Diversity and Satisfaction

Students with advanced Japanese skills have the opportunity to study content courses in Japanese alongside Japanese students. Students can also satisfy their home university’s credit requirements by taking an increasing number of courses taught in English.

3. Undergraduate/Graduate Programs (Japanese and English)

Let us help you with your Japanese bucket list: Train with real sumo wrestlers; try on a kimono; learn about Buddhism; try your hand at taiko drumming; do a weekend homestay; learn about kabuki dance; experience the tea ceremony; pound rice into mochi; study traditional music, and make tons of friends. All of these experiences and many more await you.

4. Japanese Culture Program and Interactions with Japanese Students

Top Reasons to Study Abroad at Toyo University

Tokyo ShinjukuShibuya

Akihabara

Tokyo

Japan

Incoming Exchange Students by Year（2011-2015）

70

60

50

40

30

20

10

02011

38 40 35

52

59

2012 2013 2014 2015

Others

Germany

China

UK

Taiwan

Canada

Netherlands

France

Ireland

Korea

USA

Total

Overseas Networksand Internationalization

Partner Institutions and Consortia for Student Exchange Programs

as of January 2016

SwitzerlandThe University of Lucerne

CanadaConcordia University of EdmontonKwantlen Polytechnic UniversityThompson Rivers UniversityUniversity of Manitoba

GermanyUniversity of BayreuthPhilipps University of Marburg

NetherlandsAmsterdam University of Applied SciencesRotterdam University of Applied Sciences, Rotterdam Business School

TaiwanFu Jen Catholic University

MalaysiaTaylor's University

AustraliaCQUniversityThe International College of Management, SydneyUniversity of the Sunshine Coast

ChinaBeijing Language and Culture UniversityDalian University of Foreign LanguagesOcean University of ChinaRenmin University of China

IrelandDublin City UniversityUniversity of Limerick

South KoreaDaegu UniversityDongguk University Geumgang UniversityHankuk University of Foreign StudiesHannam UniversityInha UniversityKonkuk University Sungkyunkwan UniversityWonkwang University

U.S.California State University, Monterey BayLewis-Clark State CollegeLindsey Wilson CollegeMaryville UniversityOregon State UniversityPurdue University CalumetUniversity of Missouri-St. LouisThe University of MontanaThe University of Tennessee, KnoxvilleWinona State University

U.K.Cardiff UniversityUniversity of BrightonYork St John University

FranceUniversity of Charles de Gaulle - Lille 3University of NantesUniversity of Strasbourg

BulgariaSofia University St. Kliment Ohridski

Consider the numbers: 83 partner universities in 27 countries, with more partnerships being forged ever y year. Membership in 4 international education Consortia, and a steady increase in the number of both inbound and outbound international exchange students. In addition, Toyo recently began a 5-year stewardship of UMAP (University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific). All of which means that there has never been a better time to be an international student at Toyo.

Toyo was recently named as one of 37 Top Global Universities in Japan, which means we will receive millions of dollars in government grants aimed at further internationalizing our university. What this means for students is: more international faculty and more internationally educated faculty; an increase in the number of international exchange students; an increase in the number of courses taught in English; and more and more opportunities to take classes and become friends with students from all around the world.

Institutions

Consortia

ISEP (International Student Exchange Programs) UMAP (University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific)

Globalization is the buzz word of education at the moment, but few Japanese universities have stronger international bona fides than Toyo.

NEST is Toyo’s intensive Japanese language and culture course created especially for international exchange students. NEST classes are challenging and demanding, but also engaging and rewarding. With individualized attention and boundless opportunities for authentic communication in and out of the classroom, students quickly make progress in their Japanese acquisition.

NEST (Nihongo for Exchange Students at Toyo)

To meet the needs of daily life by communicating exclusively in Japanese.To gather, convey, and discuss information about recent events and social issues in Japanese.To gather, convey, and discuss information related to their academic disciplines in Japanese, using academic vocabulary specific to their fields.

■ Integrated Japanese■ Japanese Reading and Composition■ Kanji Literacy■ Project Work■ Japanese Listening Comprehension

Japanese Proficiency Goals

Level StandardsTimetable

Compulsory Courses5 courses and 8 credits per semester

■ Japanese Culture and Society or■ Introduction to Japanology

Elective Courses1 course and 2 credits per semester

Time Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu.Period

1

2

3

9:00

10:30

10:40

12:10

13:00

14:30

IntegratedJapanese

IntegratedJapanese

IntegratedJapanese

IntegratedJapanese

JapaneseListening

Comprehension

JapaneseReading andComposition

Kanji Literacy Project Work

Japanese Cultureand Society

orIntroduction to

Japanology ※Textbooks mentioned above are subject to change depending on the academic year.

ⅠBeginner

ⅡElementary

ⅢIntermediate

ⅣAdvanced

For students who are able to use and understand minimal Japanese.Textbook：”Minna no Nihongo I”Level：N5 in the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)

For students who are able to use and understand most basic Japanese.Textbook：”Minna no Nihongo II”Level：N5 - N4

For students who are able to use and understand high level Japanese.Textbooks：“Chuukyuu wo Manabou: Chuukyuu Zenki (Let’s Study Intermediate Level: Prior Period) <Lesson 4 to Lesson 8> ＋ “Chuukyuu wo Manabou: Chuukyuu Chuki (Let’s Study Intermediate Level: Middle Period)” <Lesson 1 to Lesson 9>Level：N3 - N2

For students who are able to use and understand most intermediate Japanese.Texbooks: “Chuukyuu e Ikou (Getting to the Intermediate Level)” + “Chuukyuu wo Manabou: Chuukyuu Zenki (Let’s Study Intermediate Level: Prior Period < Lesson 1 to Lesson 3>)”Level：N4 - N3

Lunch hour

Undergraduate/Graduate Programs (Japanese/English)

Toyo University’s Hakusan Campus is home to six faculties comprising 22 departments and seven graduate schools comprising 21 courses. In addition to Japanese language courses, international students at Toyo University are able to take courses taught in English. International exchange students with advanced Japanese skills (at least N 2 on JLPT) are eligible to take academic courses in Japanese. Studying alongside Japanese students gives students the opportunity to earn academic credit while enhancing both their Japanese skills and knowledge of their major fields.

7 Graduate Schools 21 Courses

Faculties DepartmentsLanguage

JPN ENG

Letters

Philosophy ○

Eastern Philosophy and Culture ○

Japanese Literature and Culture ○

English and American Literature ○

English Communication ※ 1 ○

History ○

Education (Human Development Course, Primary Education Course)

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Intercultural Communication ※ 2 ○

Economics

Economics ○

International Economics ○

Policy Studies ○

Business Administration

Business Administration ○

Marketing ○

Accounting and Finance ○

LawLaw ○

Business Law ○

Sociology

Sociology ○

Sociocultural Studies ○

Media and Communications ○

Social Psychology ○

Social Welfare ○

Regional Development Studies※1

Regional Development Studies Regional DevelopmentStudies CourseRegional Studies Course

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○International Tourism Studies ○

Global and Regional Studies※2

Global Innovation Studies ○

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International Tourism Management※2

International Tourism Management ○

Graduate Schools CoursesLanguage

JPN ENG

Letters

Philosophy ○

Indian Philosophy and Buddhist Studies ○

Japanese Literature and Culture ○

Chinese Philosophy ○

English Literature ○

History ○

Education ○

English Communication ○

SociologySociology ○

Social Psychology ○

LawPrivate Law ○

Public Law ○

Business Administration

Business Administration :BA ○

Business, Accounting and Finance :BAF ○

Marketing: Marketing ○

EconomicsEconomics ○

Public/Private Partnership ○ ○

Regional Development StudiesRegional Development Studies ○ ○

International Tourism Studies ○

Welfare Society DesignSocial Welfare ○

System for Welfare Society ○

6 Faculties 22 Departments7 Faculties 23 Departments (in April 2017)

Regional Development StudiesRegional DevelopmentStudies CourseRegional Studies Course

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※1 The Department of English Communication and the Faculty of Regional Development Studies will be discontinued effective March 2017.

※2 The new faculties and departments are in development as of March 2016. Names and detailed plans are subject to change.

Japanese Cultural Events and Interactions with Japanese StudentsInternational students at Toyo University have unlimited opportunities to experience Japanese culture firsthand.

Students can experience authentic Japanese life by spending the weekend doing a homestay with a Japanese family in the inaka （countryside） of Gunma prefecture. Enjoying home-cooked meals,

playing with homestay family children, hiking in the countryside, and soaking in hot springs are just a few of the activities that make the Itakura Homestay one of the international students’ favor ite experiences during their time in Japan. During the same weekend, students also take part in several traditional cultural activities, such as a tea ceremony, attending a lecture on Buddhism, listening to （and playing） taiko drums, pounding rice into mochi, and more.

Itakura Homestay

The ECZ is a lounge type space on campus where Toyo students and international students get together to relax, play games, listen to music, and hang out—in English. In addition, the ECZ hosts evening events every month, such as a Halloween party, pajama party, and Christmas party. For students looking for a break from Japanese language study, the ECZ is the perfect place to unwind and make new friends.

English Community Zone (ECZ)

All interested international exchange students are connected with LEPs, Toyo student volunteers who help the students practice their Japanese and better understand Japanese culture.

Language Exchange Partner (LEP) Program

Toyo University strongly believes that student activities contribute to the enrichment of campus life. With 50 athletic clubs and 300 other student clubs, everyone can find a group of students that share their interests.

Clubs

How would you fare against a full-sized sumo wrestler? Do you think you could knock him down? As an International student at Toyo you get to find out by participating in a training session with Toyo’s sumo team （and then sitting down to dinner with them afterwards）. If you would rather just watch sumo, we’ve got you covered. Every winter, exchange students attend the annual Grand Sumo Tournament held at the world famous Ryougoku Kokugikan Sumo Hall.

Sumo

Every spring, exchange students have a chance to wear an authentic Japanese kimono, enjoy the tea ceremony, and get a taste of traditional culture.

Kimono Wearing Party

CafeteriaWhen they’re hungry, students can dine at Toyo’s award winning cafeter ia . Del ic ious I tal ian, Indian, Korean, Chinese, Turkish, and of course Japanese cuisine are available at low prices.

Computer FacilitiesToyo University has numerous state-of-the-art computer labs and free wifi access in ever y classroom.

Modern Facilities

The seven-stor y International House (or I-House) is just a 15 minute walk away from Hakusan Campus, and its 55 fully furnished units are very spacious and affordable. Exchange students can l ive and study there in comfor t and convenience. Everything they need is within walking distance, and major areas such as Shinjuku, Asakusa, Akihabara, Shibuya, and Ikebukuro are just a short train ride away. The I-House is located in the heart of Tokyo’s historical Yanesen district, which is home to many exquisitely preserved Edo period structures. This area is famed for its traditional style and charming temple district streets. Exchange students have chances to interact with the community’s people through a variety of events including festivals sponsored by the neighborhood association.

Housing for the International Exchange Students

International students can take physical education classes at Toyo University’s world class Sports Center. Opened in 2 013 , the Spor t s Center o f fer s an Olympic-sized swimming pool, as well as facilities for all manner of sports classes just a shor t train r ide from Hakusan Campus.

Sports CenterEach month, the I-House hosts a different social event that helps students relax and enjoy their time at Toyo. LEPs, Toyo students, and international students come together for potluck dinners, a Thanksgiving par ty, and other gatherings that help promote the strong sense of community that m a k e s t h e I - H o u s e s u c h a pleasant place to live.

Social Events at the I-House

Room Shared room for two persons (separate bed rooms)

Furniture and Appliances

・Refrigerator・Oven・Air-conditioner・Washing And Drying Machine・TV set・Bed Desk・Closet・Table (except S-type rooms)

Janitor

Resident Assistant (RA)

Housing fee 40.000 JPY/month Utilities and internet included

There are two resident janitors for the management and operation of the house.

Japanese resident assistants provide support to exchange students. They also organize an event once a month.

Center for Global Education and ExchangeToyo University 5-28-20 Hakusan, Bunkyo-ku, TOKYO 112-8606 JapanE-mail : mlies@toyo.jp Tel : ＋81-3-3945-8593 Fax : ＋81-3-3942-2489Website : http://www.toyo.ac.jp/site/english

Contact Information

Application Guidelines

1. Students enrolled in one of the partner universities of Toyo University that have entered into an agreement for student exchange

2. Students enrolled in one of the member universities of ISEP 3. ISEP-Direct students 4. Students enrolled in one of the member universities of UMAP

ISEP （International Student Exchange Programs）: http://www.isep.org/UMAP （University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific）: http://www.umap.org/

Eligible Students

In principle, only students who have studied a Japanese language course for at least one semester at the university level are eligible. Beginning students who have never studied the Japanese language must master hiragana and katakana characters completely before arriving in Japan.

Requirements

Full-year （2 semesters） or one semester

Exchange Period

Tuition of Toyo University will be exempted. （Except for ISEP-Direct students）

Tuition

Fall admission: January-MarchSpring admission: September-November

*For more information about the application process,please visit our website at http://www.toyo.ac.jp/site/english-ep/apply.html

Application Period

Fall semester: Mid-September – early February ※Orientation will be conducted in early September.

Spring semester: Early April – early August ※Orientation will be conducted in late March.

Academic Calendar (Study Period)