Soka University

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Soka University, a private institution located in Hachioji, Tokyo, is renowned for its founding philosophy of humanism, peace, and global citizenship. Academically, it is strong in International Liberal Arts, Education, Law, and Economics, with its Faculty of International Liberal Arts (FILA) being a prominent English-taught program. For international students, Soka University offers a vibrant and supportive environment, boasting a high percentage of international students and extensive exchange programs with partner universities worldwide. The university provides dedicated support services, including Japanese language courses, housing assistance, and cultural activities, fostering a truly global campus experience. Its distinctive characteristic is its unwavering commitment to fostering individuals who contribute to global peace and human happiness.

Background

Soka University (Japanese: 創価大学, Hepburn: Sōka Daigaku), abbreviated typically as Sodai (創大) or Sokadai (創価大), is a Soka Gakkai-affiliated private university in Hachiōji, Tokyo, Japan. In 2014, the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) designated Soka University as one of the 20 universities in Japan that "are leading the globalization of Japanese society". According to uniRank, Soka University was ranked 112th in Japan and 2437th in the World in 2024. The university has 8 faculties with 6,046 students (as of May 1, 2025), about 601 of whom are international students from 59 countries and regions . There are five libraries named Central Library, Fraster Library, Shirakaba Library, Law School Library, and Soka Women's College KAHO Library.

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