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Information page for prospective students
What is the Seishun 18 Kippu? The Seishun 18 Kippu is a ticket (“kippu”) that allows unlimited travel on all local JR trains, and even some ferries! Until August 2024, the ticket could be used for 5 days, and unlike other train passes, it could be used on non-consecutive dates as long as it was […]
Now Recruiting: Tokyo Tech Student Ambassadors 2024
Shuji club One great option is joining the Shuji Club, where you can learn Japanese calligraphy. This is a great way to relax, improve your Japanese language skills, and experience a traditional Japanese art form. You can find the Shuji club on both campuses. It is located at International Student Lounge, West 1 Building for Ookayama […]
Information page for prospective students
What is the Seishun 18 Kippu? The Seishun 18 Kippu is a ticket (“kippu”) that allows unlimited travel on all local JR trains, and even some ferries! Until August 2024, the ticket could be used for 5 days, and unlike other train passes, it could be used on non-consecutive dates as long as it was […]
Now Recruiting: Tokyo Tech Student Ambassadors 2024
Shuji club One great option is joining the Shuji Club, where you can learn Japanese calligraphy. This is a great way to relax, improve your Japanese language skills, and experience a traditional Japanese art form. You can find the Shuji club on both campuses. It is located at International Student Lounge, West 1 Building for Ookayama […]
Living in Japan means not just enjoying its stunning seasons and scenery, but also understanding the realities of natural disasters. Japan’s climate, unique topography, and location on the Pacific Ring of Fire contribute to frequent seismic activity, earthquakes, typhoons (which occur normally from May to October, reaching peak season from August to September), and volcanic […]
In February 2024, I participated in one of the best humanities and cultural courses that Tokyo Tech offers: the Tohoku Co-learning Camp. Why was it so good? This course lets you experience for yourself not only Japan, its culture, and its language, but also the signs on the earth and the memories of people left […]
From Participant to Leader I joined the Academy for Leadership at Institute of Science Tokyo (formerly Tokyo Institute of Technology) through the recommendation of alumnus Amin Nazarahari. The academy aims to offer a world-leading graduate program that develops individuals into a global driving force, and its education transcends boundaries. My simple goal was to gain […]
Tatara Steelmaking Process Have you ever wondered about the secret behind the strength of the Japanese katana? Besides the delicate work of the swordsmith, the quality of the material used to make the sword is also key to the katana’s remarkable strength. For traditional katana swords, the material used is called “Tatara steel.” This type […]
During summer vacation, our lab mates planned a two-day, one-night trip to an offshore wind power plant in Chiba, near the coast of Choshi. This plant was chosen because renewable energy acceptance is a hot topic for us in the Murayama-Nishikizawa Lab, which focuses on environmental policies and planning. Researching public acceptance of renewable energy […]
Studying abroad is a life-changing experience that offers a chance not only for academic growth but also for personal transformation. When I decided to pursue my master’s degree at Tokyo Tech, I had an idea of what it would be like, but my time in Japan turned out to be even more enriching than I imagined. In this blog, I'll share my journey - from my initial expectations, to the valuable things I gained, as well as the things I wish I had done differently.
Application is now open for IGP (A) Theme Focused, International Graduate Program Commencing in Fall 2025
