Now Recruiting: Science Tokyo Student Ambassadors 2026 - Science & Engineering fields
Now Recruiting: Science Tokyo Student Ambassadors 2026
Now Recruiting: Science Tokyo Student Ambassadors 2026
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Science Tokyo Student Life: Mastering the Calendar As an international student at the Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo), my life is a blend of lab research and cultural immersion. One of the first things you learn here is that managing your time is just as important as your experiments. Unlike most other universities, Science […]
For students coming from abroad, life in Japan can feel both exciting and confusing at the same time. It’s one of the safest, cleanest, and most organized countries you’ll ever live in, but it also has its own silent rules and rhythms that take you time to understand. The first thing you’ll probably notice is […]
DISCLAIMER: Again, this story is based on my personal experience attending the MEXT Embassy track language preparatory school in 2019. The school location, program, schedule, and one-year timetable might have changed in recent years and might differ based on your major (natural science, social science, or pre-medical study). The scholarship program, however, comes with a […]
What is Gasshuku? In Japanese, gasshuku (合宿) typically refers to a group training camp or retreat. It is often done by clubs or teams to build skills and deepen bonds. But for us at S-TISA, it was more about building friendships, enjoying nature, and yes, learning how to not tumble down a ski slope. It […]
Joining a university sports club at Science Tokyo (Ookayama campus) Having attended universities in the UK, USA, and Australia, I was used to a strong sports community, which also helped to bring the students closer together (regardless of whether they practiced any sports or not). Sports and social clubs helped to bring the entire student […]
The confident kid Five years ago, I was a high school student in Thailand. Academically, I was doing well, always among the top five in every exam. However, my real greatest strength wasn’t my grades. It was my confidence.I was the kind of student who volunteered for competitions just to challenge myself, even when I […]
Section 1|Confidence: The engineer who thought he already understood “reality” Working in Pakistan, I believed I already knew what “real problems” looked like. Construction sites were chaotic, unpredictable, and full of things textbooks could never fully prepare you for. Timelines shifted quickly. Equipment did not always behave as designed. People from different organizations had different […]
No matter how old you are, when you decide to leave your comfort zone and continue your academic journey in another country, it’s a monumental step. Alongside all the other factors you consider – the research, the culture, the logistics – there’s that underlying question about connection. You’ll naturally be thinking about your surroundings and […]
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Tokyo Tech students introduce two Campuses - Ookayama and Suzukakedai, for prospective students who plan to study at Tokyo Tech. You will find their student life - how they spend and enjoy their time on the Campuses. There are many places to explore on the Campuses!
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Located near a beautiful pond and park in a quiet residential neighborhood, Senzokuike House is a women's dormitory opened in April 2017.
"Senzokuike" is a beautiful pond and park near the Campus and a great place to take a walk and feel at one with nature after hours of study.
You will see in the video "bakeries" that Ookayama is famous for great bakeries loved by locals and Tokyo Tech students.
In the video "ramen shops", you will see that there are many delicious ramen shops loved by Tokyo Tech students!
You will see in the video "café" that there are many lovely cafés in Ookayama, great places to take a break after hours of study
Designed by Tokyo Tech professors Koichi Yasuda and Toru Takeuchi, the stylish Midorigaoka House opened as a men's dormitory on the Ookayama Campus in September 2017.
This video introduces Fatima, her research environment at the Ueno Laboratory at Tokyo Tech. Her research focuses on finding the fingerprint of iron-rich hot springs.
This video introduces Joshua, his research environment at the Hitosugi & Shimizu Laboratory, and his close relationship with his academic advisor at Tokyo Tech.