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International Exchange Office [Information for international students] Japanese language learning

It is very important to acquire a high level of Japanese language ability as a result of studying in Japan. In addition to taking classes, please make use of the teaching materials and learning facilities provided by the university to improve your Japanese.

Take advantage of the language cafe and learning support center!

At the Language Café (located between the main building and Building 12), you can learn a real foreign language while enjoying conversation. A Japanese language person is also present two days a week. Let's relax and learn Japanese while drinking coffee.
At the Learning Support Center (1st floor, Building 9), students can receive consultation and guidance regarding questions that are difficult to ask during class or content that they do not understand. A Japanese language person is present two days a week for international students. If you have any questions about review or class, please feel free to contact us.

Be sure to pass Level 1 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test!

Please be sure to obtain Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 1 as a result of your studies. In addition, there are exams that evaluate Japanese language proficiency in business and practical situations, such as the BJT Business Japanese Proficiency Test and the J.TEST Practical Japanese Proficiency Test. We recommend that you take the test, as it will be helpful in your job hunting.

  • Japanese language proficiency test
    This is one of the most reputable Japanese language qualification exams conducted by the Japan Foundation, an independent administrative institution, and the Japan International Educational Support Association, a public interest incorporated foundation. It is held twice a year in July and December. In addition to applying through the website, application forms are available at major bookstores throughout Japan.
  • BJT Business Japanese Proficiency Test
    This is a test that reflects as many actual business situations as possible in the questions, and focuses on measuring and evaluating practical Japanese understanding and communication skills in business situations, rather than vocabulary, grammar, business knowledge, etc. I am.
  • J.TEST Practical Japanese Test
    The test is held six times a year to objectively measure Japanese language proficiency. There is an "AD Level Exam" (out of 1000 points) for intermediate to advanced users, and an "E-F Level Exam" (out of 500 points) for beginners. Your level will be determined based on your score in each exam.