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Top Universities in Japan According to Times Higher Education
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##### Looking to **study in Japan?** Scholarships for Africans lists down the best universities in the country that you might want to consider applying to.
The top universities in Japan, as indicated within this article, is based on the Times Higher Education’s university rankings. Institutions are ranked according to three main missions of university activity: research, teaching and impact.
Please be advised that Times Higher Education creates university rankings to assess university performance on the global stage and to provide a resource for readers to understand the different missions and successes of higher education institutions.
### Table of contents
- [THE’s Top Japanese Universities](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-japan-according-to-times-higher-education/#h-the-s-top-japanese-universities)
- [10\. Hiroshima University](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-japan-according-to-times-higher-education/#h-10-hiroshima-university)
- [9\. University of Tsukuba](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-japan-according-to-times-higher-education/#h-9-university-of-tsukuba)
- [8\. Kyushu University](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-japan-according-to-times-higher-education/#h-8-kyushu-university)
- [7\. Nagoya University](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-japan-according-to-times-higher-education/#h-7-nagoya-university)
- [6\. Hokkaido University](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-japan-according-to-times-higher-education/#h-6-hokkaido-university)
- [5\. Osaka University](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-japan-according-to-times-higher-education/#h-5-osaka-university)
- [4\. Kyoto University](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-japan-according-to-times-higher-education/#h-4-kyoto-university)
- [3\. The University of Tokyo](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-japan-according-to-times-higher-education/#h-3-the-university-of-tokyo)
- [2\. Tokyo Institute of Technology](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-japan-according-to-times-higher-education/#h-2-tokyo-institute-of-technology)
- [1\. Tohoku University](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-japan-according-to-times-higher-education/#h-1-tohoku-university)
## Why Study in Japan?
Aware that living and studying in Japan is expensive compared to many countries, the Japanese government has also introduced additional financial support for foreign students. Various university scholarships and grants are available through the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology ( [MEXT](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/mext-scholarship-for-study-in-japan/)) and the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO).
There are roughly 780 universities in Japan, 80 percent of which are private. There are also specialized schools and colleges that provide more vocational types of degree.
**\| SEE ALSO:** [Japanese Government Scholarships for Undergraduates](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/japanese-government-scholarships-for-undergraduates/)
## THE’s Top Japanese Universities
### 10\. Hiroshima University
Founded in 1949, Hiroshima University is one of Japan’s top public universities. It currently has over 15,000 students. Out of this total population, more than 1,000 belong to foreign countries.
International students seek out the institution’s diverse educational offerings. For its graduate school alone, Hiroshima has 12 schools, namely: Graduate School of Integrated Arts and Sciences, Graduate School of Letters, Graduate School of Education, Graduate School of Social Sciences, Graduate School of Science, Graduate School of Advanced Sciences of Matter, Graduate School of Health Sciences, Graduate School of Engineering, Graduate School of Biosphere Science, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Graduate School of International Development and Cooperation, and Hiroshima University Law School.
### 9\. University of Tsukuba
The University of Tsukuba is considered one of Japan’s leading comprehensive universities. It also takes pride in offering Japan’s first graduate-level evening courses for professionals in the areas of law and international business.
Three Nobel prize laureates have served either as president or faculty within the said university. Moreover, Tsukuba has been a forerunner in university reform in Japan. For example, our academic and research units were designed in such a way as to enable interdisciplinary research and education.
### 8\. Kyushu University
Kyushu University is one of Japan’s National Seven Universities. Now a recognized international university, Kyushu has 16 faculties, 11 undergraduate schools, and 18 graduate schools. It is home to nearly 19,000 students, from some 90 countries, with over 2,000 academic faculty.
The institution’s international appeal is underlined by its overseas branch offices in places such as San Jose in the United States and Cairo, Egypt.
Furthermore, Kyushu has partnerships with over 100 international universities involving study abroad programs for its undergraduate and postgraduate student body.
Despite its strong teaching ethic, Kyushu is also an active research institution with over 12 billion yen funded research from corporate partners and the government.
### 7\. Nagoya University
Also known as “Meidai”, Nagoya University has a particularly strong reputation for research in the sciences.
The university has nine faculties and 13 graduate schools, in addition to three research institutes and 18 research centers.
Six of the 13 Japanese Nobel Prize-winners within the 21st century spent time as members of faculty at Nagoya University. This shows Nagoya’s promise in terms of quality education and dedication towards academic excellence.
### 6\. Hokkaido University
Hokkaido University is one of the seven Japanese national universities founded in 1876.
The institution is a world leader in various subjects ranging from social and natural sciences to humanities. In fact, in 2015, Reuters included the organization in the top 100 world’s most innovative universities.
Hokkaido operates in 34 faculties, which include law, medicine, and economics and business administration.
Its strongest research fields are chemistry, earth and ocean sciences, and material sciences. The institution’s facilities range from hospitals, childcare centers, gardens, and parks to experimental forests and parks.
### 5\. Osaka University
Osaka University has 11 undergraduate schools, 16 graduate schools. This includes the International Public Policy and Frontier Biosciences.
It also houses five research institutes, two university hospitals, and three national joint-use facilities, including the Research Center for Nuclear Physics and the Cybermedia Center.
Furthermore, the institution is one of two national universities to have a School of Foreign Studies and is the largest national university in Japan.
Home to more than 15,000 undergraduates, 8,000 graduates, and 2,000 international students, Osaka University is spread across four campuses found in Suita, Toyonaka, Minoh, and Nakanoshima.
### 4\. Kyoto University
Kyoto University has earned a reputation of being one of the most accomplished research-oriented universities in Asia. This is credited to the institution’s unique approach to education and research.
Under their educational approach, Kyoto encourages the creativity and dialogue essential for groundbreaking research and discoveries.
It also invests in state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities. In turn, these tools have enabled students and researchers alike to have the hands-on practical experience that is vital to their academic development.
### 3\. The University of Tokyo
The University of Tokyo is made up of 10 faculties, 15 graduate schools, 11 affiliated research institutes, 13 university-wide centers, three affiliated libraries and two institutes for advanced study and the University of Tokyo Hospital.
Furthermore, the institution counts eight Nobel prize winners, 15 Japanese prime ministers and five astronauts among its alumni.
With its global renown as a center for quality learning, the University of Tokyo has earned over 450 international exchange agreements with universities from all over the world. This makes the university a good center for international exchange programs.
### 2\. Tokyo Institute of Technology
The Tokyo Institute of Technology is known to be a producer of scientists and engineers working at the frontiers of their fields.
Additionally, the institution is a reliable leader that aims to build a better future for the world through science and technology.
It prides itself on the quality of its research and comprehensive education, cultivating and fostering students with knowledge and expertise in multiple fields. This is done across its three undergraduate faculties, six graduate schools, and many research laboratories and centers.
### 1\. Tohoku University
Considered one of the most prestigious and oldest universities in Japan, Tohoku University has since been committed to ‘open doors’ policies.
The institution was the very first university in Japan to accept women, and the first to admit foreign students.
As part of its internationalized initiative and commitment to diversity, the university offers international degrees which are taught entirely in English.
As of 2015, there have been more than 1,500 international students at the university. The numbers represent 90 different countries and regions. In total, there are around 10,000 undergraduates, 4,000 master’s students and 2,600 doctoral students enrolled.
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the Masters level
- Willing to study in Japan
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Research proposal or statement of purpose (500–2,000 words for PhD)
- Published or unpublished writing sample (PhD and research-led Masters)
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Top Universities in Japan According to Times Higher Education?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Masters level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to Japan for the duration of the programme.
Is the Top Universities in Japan According to Times Higher Education fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.