Discover Your Future at Yamaguchi Prefectural University
Are you considering studying abroad in Japan? At Yamaguchi Prefectural University (YPU), we provide a rewarding academic experience in a warm and supportive setting. Located in the heart of a charming rural community, our university offers the unique opportunity to experience traditional Japanese society and culture.
Founded by the prefectural government, YPU is a compact institution dedicated to personalized education. With three faculties, six departments, and two postgraduate programs, we offer a variety of academic paths for our approximately 1,400 students. We also boast a low student-to-teacher ratio, which allows students to meaningfully interact with our 120 full-time staff members. We aim to accommodate every student, including international students, through a tutoring system involving both professors and fellow students.
International students engage in cultural exchange activities that immerse them in Japanese traditions and society. From visits to local elementary schools to carrying the main shrine in a traditional festival, the Global Center is eager to help you discover which activities best align with your interests and aspirations.
At YPU, we cultivate a friendly atmosphere that helps students flourish. Many of our international students have found a second home with us and have returned to Yamaguchi to further their education or join the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program. We encourage you to broaden your horizons through our dynamic study abroad offerings and become a valued member of the YPU community!