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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Three Japanese Cities form part of the Best Student Cities Rankings rolled out by QS for the year 2026. Mentioned below are the top cities in Japan with their respective rankings:
Student City | QS Best Student Cities 2026 |
|---|---|
Tokyo | #2 |
Kyoto | #18 |
Osaka | #62 |
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Mentioned below are the steps students can follow to shift from a student or Designated Activities visa to a work visa:
Secure a Job offer from a Japanese company
Ask your employer to apply for a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) on your behalf, to the Regional Immigration Services
Visit the nearest Japanese embassy or consulate, & submit the COE along with some other mandatory documents such as visa application form, passport, etc
Wait for some working days
Once approved, you'll be given your post-study work permit, which would give you th
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes Indian students need work permit after their studies in Japan. Japan offer Designated Activities Visa to recently graduated students with validity of 1 year to allow them enough time to find permanent employment in country.
Once employed, students can then apply for a work visa.
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
The University of Osaka is committed to offer quality education through its 11 UG and 16 PG schools. Osaka University top majors for international students are-
- Physics & Astronomy
- Chemistry
- Biological Sciences
- Engineering and Technology
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Osaka University is one of the finest universities in Japan. As per Shiksha Popularity Rankings, Osaka University is ranked at #197 in World and #4 in Japan. Top rankling bodies ranks Osaka University that are listed below-
Ranking Bodies | Rank |
|---|---|
Shiksha Popularity Rankings | #197 in world |
Times Higher Education | #151 |
QS Rankings | #91 |
US News & World Report | #314 |
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5 months agoContributor-Level 8
Japan works on strict timelines. For the April 2027 intake (the biggest intake), you must start the application process by August-September 2026. The deadline to submit documents for the COE (Certificate of Eligibility) is usually November 2026.
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5 months agoContributor-Level 8
Yes, Japan accepts study gaps. You need to provide a valid reason. If you took a gap for JEE/NEET preparation or medical reasons, you simply need to submit an explanation letter. If your gap is more than 5 years without any work experience, the visa process becomes stricter.
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5 months agoContributor-Level 10
The UTokyo acceptance rate is 34%. This means, that getting admission to the university as an Indian student is competitive, but possible. The university gives priority to students with great academics and a strong portfolio. Students who do have the same have a very good chance of getting in.
Shiksha Study Abroad counsellors can give a better idea of how realistic one's chances are of getting admission at the University of Tokyo.
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5 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, UTokyo is the best university in Japan. Shiksha ranks it #1 in the country as part of its the latest rankings. The university is also considered the best for programs like MS, MSN, LLM, MA, MFA, MIM, and MArch.
The Japan government actively helps fund the university's operations. This also helps UTokyo provide more affordable education to students.
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5 months agoContributor-Level 10
UTokyo is considered by many as the best university in Japan. The Tokyo University rankings have only improved in the last 3 years. Given below is how the UTokyo rankings have changed between 2024 and 2026.
| Year | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global Rank | #26 | #28 | #29 |
Source: Times Higher Education
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