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Best Engineering Universities in Japan for International Students
EducationLast Updated: 2025-11-26

Best Engineering Universities in Japan for International Students

By Kenji Sato
Best Engineering Universities in Japan for International Students

Japan is a robotics and engineering powerhouse. These are the top schools for engineering degrees, including English programs.

If you want to build robots or design cars, Japan is the place to be. Here are the best engineering universities in Japan.

1. Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech)

  • Status: The MIT of Japan.
  • Program: GSEP (Global Scientists and Engineers Program).
  • Language: English.
  • Focus: Robotics, AI, Material Science.

2. Tohoku University (Sendai)

  • Status: Ranked #1 in Japan by Times Higher Education.
  • Program: FGL (Future Global Leadership).
  • Focus: Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering.
  • Pros: Sendai is a beautiful, livable city.

3. Kyushu University (Fukuoka)

  • Program: Engineering in English.
  • Focus: Hydrogen Energy, Green Technology.

4. Waseda University (Tokyo)

  • Program: School of Fundamental Science and Engineering.
  • Pros: Strong industry connections with Sony, Toyota, etc.

Career Prospects

Engineering graduates are in extremely high demand. You will almost certainly get a job offer before you graduate.

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