Rakuno Gakuen University

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Rakuno Gakuen University, situated in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, is a private institution highly regarded for its specialized focus on agriculture, dairy science, veterinary medicine, and food science. It is best known for its practical, hands-on approach to agricultural education, often utilizing its own extensive experimental farms and facilities. The university's strongest programs are found within its Faculty of Agriculture and Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, offering comprehensive studies in areas like dairy science, animal husbandry, and food processing. For international students, the university provides an International Exchange Center that facilitates exchange programs and offers support services, including assistance with housing and cultural integration, though the primary language of instruction is Japanese. A distinctive characteristic is its deep roots in Hokkaido's agricultural landscape, providing a unique environment for studying food production from farm to table.

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Rakuno Gakuen University (酪農学園大学, Rakunō gakuen daigaku) is a private university in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, Japan, established in 1960. Its name, Rakunō (酪農; lit. ‘dairy agriculture’), refers to the university's predecessor, a public-school teaching dairy farming founded in 1933. Its specializations remain agriculture and veterinary medicine to this day. Gakuen (学園) means simply "school" (of any level), being part of its former names.

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