Bunkyo University

About

Bunkyo University, a private institution in Japan, is highly regarded for its human-centered education, with strong faculties in Education, Human Sciences, and Information and Communication. Its programs emphasize practical learning and research, preparing students for diverse professional fields. For international students, the university offers support through its International Center, which assists with daily life, academic guidance, and cultural integration, though proficiency in Japanese is generally required for degree programs. The university actively promotes global understanding through various exchange programs and cultural activities, fostering a welcoming environment. A distinctive characteristic is its commitment to developing well-rounded individuals capable of contributing to society across a broad spectrum of human-focused disciplines.

Background

Bunkyo University (文教大学, Bunkyō Daigaku) is a private university located in Shinagawa, Tokyo, Japan, with campuses in Saitama and Kanagawa Prefecture. The kanji of the word "Bunkyo" mean education and learning. The university offers courses mainly in education and research of the cultural and social sciences, and is well known for its teacher training. Previously the school was a girls' school called Rissho Women's University; when it became coeducational in 1976 its name was changed to Bunkyo University. The university is an establishment of the Legal Educational Foundation, Bunkyo University Institute. There are two campuses: the Koshigaya Campus located in the city of Koshigaya, Saitama; and the Shonan Campus located in the city of Chigasaki, Kanagawa. Dormitories for both campuses are located in Kiyosato, Takane-town, Kitakoma district, Yamanashi Prefecture.

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