Kokushikan University

Tokyo, Japan Founded 1917

Overview

English Name: Kokushikan University
Founded: 1917
Control Type: Private

Kokushikan University is among Japan's private universities, founded in 1917 and based in Tokyo, Japan. It operates as a higher-education provider.

Academically, Kokushikan University spans multiple qualification levels, hosted within numerous faculties and schools. The university runs a catalogue of active programmes across these constituent units.

Location & Contact

Kokushikan University's on-the-ground location and digital channels to engage with the institution. Library access for prospective students is often arranged separately through the main library team.

Address: 4-28-1 Setagaya Setagaya-ku
Postal Code: 154-8515
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Academic Details

Academic statistics for Kokushikan University — including its student body and academic staff numbers. Read these alongside rankings; institution scale changes how rankings should be interpreted.

Academic Year: April to March (April-July; September-March)
Accrediting Agency: Japan Institution for Higher Education Evaluation (JIHEE)
Admission Requirements: 12 years of school education completed; Entrance examination; a good command of the Japanese language (Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU) conducted by JASSO)

Degrees

The degrees available at Kokushikan University are categorised by level. Pathway programmes leading into degree-level entry exist for students with non-standard prior qualifications.

Other 14 programs
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Asian Studies
  • Business Administration
  • Computer Engineering
  • Construction Engineering
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Law
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Political Sciences
  • Safety Engineering
  • Sports

Faculties & Divisions

Browse Kokushikan University's departmental structure. Field placement and internship programmes are managed at the faculty level and vary widely in availability and quality.

21st century Asia (Department/Division) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Asian Studies
  • Business Administration
  • Communication Studies
Physical Education (Department/Division) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Physical Education
  • Sports
  • Sports Medicine

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Politics and Economics (Department/Division) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Management
  • Political Sciences

Common Career Paths

  • Economist
  • Policy Analyst
  • Financial Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Science and Engineering (Department/Division) 14 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Architecture
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Earth Sciences
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Health Sciences
  • Information Sciences
  • Information Technology
  • Landscape Architecture
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Medical Technology
  • Natural Sciences
  • Town Planning

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Business Administration (Faculty) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Business Administration
  • English

Common Career Paths

  • Business Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Law (Faculty) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Commercial Law
  • Law

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Letters (Faculty) 15 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Archaeology
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Chinese
  • Cultural Studies
  • Education
  • Environmental Studies
  • Ethics
  • Geography
  • History
  • Japanese
  • Literature
  • Modern Languages
  • Philosophy
  • Primary Education
  • Psychology
Asia (Graduate School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Asian Studies
Business Administration (Graduate School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration

Common Career Paths

  • Business Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Comprehensive Intellectual Property (Graduate School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Law
Economics (Graduate School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Economics

Common Career Paths

  • Economist
  • Policy Analyst
  • Financial Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Emergency System (Graduate School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Safety Engineering
Engineering (Graduate School) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Computer Engineering
  • Construction Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Humanities (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Education

Common Career Paths

  • Researcher
  • Editor
  • Cultural Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Law (Graduate School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Law

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Political Sciences (Graduate School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Political Sciences

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Sports Systems (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Engineering
  • Sports

Programs Offered

Kokushikan University's teaching programmes are listed below — search or scan by level. International student eligibility varies by programme — some require additional language or visa-pathway checks.

Bachelor's Degree

21 programmes

These 21 programmes make up Kokushikan University's undergraduate catalogue. A bachelor's degree is the baseline credential for most graduate careers and advanced study.

Faculty of Business Management - Business Management Department 経営学部 経営学科 Business & Management
Faculty of 21st Century Asia - 21st Century Asia Department 21世紀アジア学部 21世紀アジア学科
Faculty of Letters - Education Department 文学部 教育学科 Education & Teaching
Faculty of Letters - Geography and Environmental Studies Department 文学部 地理学科 Geography
Faculty of Letters - Japanese History and Archaeology Department 文学部 日本歴史学科 History
Faculty of Letters - Japanese Literature Department 文学部 日本文学科 Literature
Faculty of Law - Business Law Department 法学部 ビジネス法学科 Business Law
Faculty of Law - Law Department 法学部 法律学科 Law
Faculty of Political Science and Economics - Economics Department 政経学部 経済学科 Economics
Faculty of Political Science and Economics - Political Science Department 政経学部 政治行政学科 Economics
Faculty of Physical Education - Physical Education Department 体育学部 体育学科 Physics & Astronomy
Faculty of Physical Education - Martial Arts Department 体育学部 武道学科 Physics & Astronomy
Faculty of Physical Education - Children's Sports Department 体育学部 こどもスポーツ教育学科 Physics & Astronomy
Faculty of Physical Education - Medical Science Department 体育学部 スポーツ医科学科 Physics & Astronomy
Faculty of Science and Engineering - Architecture Department 理工学部 建築学系 Architecture
Faculty of Science and Engineering - Basic Science Department 理工学部 基礎理学系 General Engineering
Faculty of Science and Engineering - Electrical and Electronic Systems Department 理工学部 電気電子システム学系 Robotics & Automation
Faculty of Science and Engineering - Mechanical Engineering Department 理工学部 機械工学系 Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Science and Engineering - Health Engineering Department 理工学部 健康医工学系 General Engineering
Faculty of Science and Engineering - Information Technology and Science Department 理工学部 情報技術・サイエンス学系 Information Systems & Technology
Faculty of Science and Engineering - Town Development Department 理工学部 まちづくり学系 General Engineering

Master's Degree

10 programmes

Kokushikan University provides 10 programmes at master's level for graduates who want to specialise further or strengthen their standing for doctoral applications.

Graduate School of Political Science - Master's Program 政治学研究科 修士課程 Politics & International Relations
Graduate School of Economics - Master's Program 経済学研究科 修士課程 Economics
Graduate School of Business Administration - Master's Program 経営学研究科 修士課程 Business Administration
Graduate School of Sport Systems - Master's Program スポーツ・システム研究科 修士課程 Sport and Exercise Science
Graduate School of Emergency Medicine Systems - Master's Program 救急システム研究科 修士課程 Medicine
Graduate School of Engineering - Master's Program 工学研究科 修士課程 General Engineering
Graduate School of Law - Master's Program 法学研究科 修士課程 Law
Graduate School of Intellectual Property Law - Master's Program 総合知的財産法学研究科 修士課程 Law
Graduate School of Humanities - Master's Program 人文科学研究科 修士課程 Humanities & Cultural Studies
Graduate School of Global Asia Studies - Master's Program グローバルアジア研究科 修士課程 Politics & International Relations

Doctorate

9 programmes

Browse 9 programmes of research-degree study at Kokushikan University. Each culminates in a thesis defended before examiners as an original scholarly contribution.

Graduate School of Emergency Medicine Systems - Doctor's Program 救急システム研究科 博士課程 Medicine
Graduate School of Political Science - Doctor's Program 政治学研究科 博士課程 Politics & International Relations
Graduate School of Economics - Doctor's Program 経済学研究科 博士課程 Economics
Graduate School of Business Administration - Doctor's Program 経営学研究科 博士課程 Business Administration
Graduate School of Sport Systems - Doctor's Program スポーツ・システム研究科 博士課程 Sport and Exercise Science
Graduate School of Engineering - Doctor's Program 工学研究科 博士課程 General Engineering
Graduate School of Law - Doctor's Program 法学研究科 博士課程 Law
Graduate School of Humanities - Doctor's Program 人文科学研究科 博士課程 Humanities & Cultural Studies
Graduate School of Global Asia Studies - Doctor's Program グローバルアジア研究科 博士課程 Politics & International Relations

How to apply to Kokushikan University

The standard application path for Kokushikan University, broken into five practical steps with the documents and channels you will need at each stage.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Kokushikan University's catalogue includes 40 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Kokushikan University's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Apply through the official channel

    Submit your completed application through Kokushikan University's official website at www.kokushikan.ac.jp.e.qd.hp.transer.com. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kokushikan University

Frequently asked questions about Kokushikan University, covering the institutional basics most prospective applicants want to confirm first.

When was Kokushikan University founded?

Kokushikan University was established in 1917 (approximately 109 years ago).

Where can I find Kokushikan University?

The institution is located in Tokyo, Japan.

Is Kokushikan University a public or private institution?

Kokushikan University is a private institution.

Is Kokushikan University officially recognised?

Kokushikan University is accredited by Japan Institution for Higher Education Evaluation (JIHEE).

How do I find Kokushikan University online?

Kokushikan University's official website is www.kokushikan.ac.jp.e.qd.hp.transer.com.

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