Feedback from international students currently studying in Japan.
Why Study in Japan? Feedback from international students currently studying in Japan.
- What is your reason for studying in Japan? (multiple answers possible)
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Obtain a degree50.8 %
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Work in Japan or get a job at a Japanese company45.0 %
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Acquire the skills and knowledge needed to get a job42.9 %
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Improve Japanese language abilities30.8 %
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Gain international experience and build connections worldwide23.9 %
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Come in contact with a different culture21.1 %
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Acquire an international point of view20.7 %
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Acquire cultivation and education20.6 %
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Conduct research in an excellent environment12.9 %
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- Why did you choose to study in Japan? (multiple answers possible)
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Interested in Japanese society, wanted to live in Japan61.3 %
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Wanted to study the Japanese language/Japanese culture44.3 %
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Found education and research at Japanese institutions, etc. appealing36.3 %
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Because the specialty or major I was interested in was offered in Japan23.7 %
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Wanted to come in contact with a different culture20.1 %
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Wanted to work in an occupation connected to Japan19.4 %
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Geographically close17.0 %
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Considered other countries, but conditions such as academic abilities and costs in Japan suited me best15.9 %
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Recommended by friends, acquaintances, families, etc.15.8 %
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- What was your impression of studying in Japan?
"I was able to make many friends from Japan and other countries, actively communicate, participate in lots of extracurricular activities, and enjoyed a full lifestyle."
"I was able to engage in fulfilling research activities surrounded by fantastic researchers and in an outstanding research environment. Set clear goals and immerse yourself in research!"
"Job hunting in Japan is unique and it was difficult, but it was a valuable experience that enabled me to rediscover myself and truly grow."