Kogakkan University

About

Kogakkan University, located in Ise, Mie Prefecture, is a private university with a profound focus on Japanese culture and tradition. It is uniquely known as the only university in Japan with a dedicated Faculty of Shinto Studies, making it a premier institution for those interested in the study of Shinto, Japanese history, and classical literature. While the primary language of instruction is Japanese, the university offers an international exchange program and provides support for international students, encouraging deep cultural immersion. Prospective international students should be prepared for a Japanese-language dominant environment, though the university aims to foster a global understanding of Japanese heritage. Its distinctive characteristic is its unparalleled expertise in Shinto studies and its close ties to the Grand Shrine of Ise.

Background

Kogakkan University (皇學館大学, Kōgakkan daigaku) is a private university at Ise, Mie, Japan. The predecessor of the school was founded in 1882, and it was chartered as a university in 1940. Kogakkan University is one of only two universities in Japan to offer a Shinto studies program, whose graduates earn the qualifications needed to become a kannushi (Shinto priest). The other university to offer such a program is Kokugakuin University in Tokyo.

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