Soka University Korea Office

As part of the initiative to support the creation of Top Global University, which was adopted by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology in 2014, the Soka University Korea Office was established in Seoul, South Korea in September 2016. In addition to providing information and consultations to Korean students who are considering studying in Japan, the office is also engaged in a variety of activities, such as supporting our students when they study in South Korea and strengthening cooperation with universities with which we have agreements.

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About Soka University

[Soka University Introduction] "Towards a global center of human education"

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Academics

Global Education

 Toyo Keizai Top Global University Special Feature


The book, "The History of the Challenges and Future Prospects of a 'Top Global University' Selected by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology," includes the results of past efforts, future developments, and interviews with the Dean of Faculty of International Liberal Arts and international students studying at the university.

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International exchange

Academic Exchange

In order to develop and promote friendly exchanges with South Korea, Soka University formally concluded an inter-university exchange agreement with Kyung Hee University in South Korea in 1997, and has since increased the number of exchanges to 17 universities. In total, the university has concluded academic exchange agreements with 246 universities in 66 countries and regions around the world (as of the end of June 2023), and is promoting student and faculty exchanges and research exchanges through exchange programs, double degree programs, short-term overseas training, and more.

Korean exchange school

Kyung Hee University*, Jeju National University*, Changwon National University, Hongik University*, Gunsan National University, Pukyong National University, Korea National Jiao Tong University, Sungkyunkwan University*, Chonbuk National University, Inje University, Kyungnam University*, Korea University Sejong*, Dong-eui University, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Sangmyung University, Gyeongsang National University, Dankook University

*Student exchange programs available

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Admissions Guide

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Korea Office

Address: Jongno Yeonji Culture Center, SGI-Korea, 49, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu,
Seoul, 03127, Korea
Phone: +82-2-6232-0220 / Fax: +82-2-6232-0221
Email address: SOKA_Korea_office-gr☆soka-u.jp
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Soka University Campus

Soka University is located in Hachioji, a university town on the outskirts of Tokyo. The vast campus, which stands tall in the lush Tama Hills and covers an area of approximately 870,000 m2, is an ideal environment for nurturing human resources who can contribute to academics and society.

It is located 4km north from JR Hachioji Station, about 20 minutes by bus. It takes about 40 minutes from Shinjuku to Hachioji Station on the JR Chuo Line or Keio Line (private railway). It also takes about 45 minutes from Shin-Yokohama Station on the Tokaido Shinkansen on the JR Yokohama Line.

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FAQ

FAQ for Japanese Students

Please see here for frequently asked questions for Japanese students.

FAQs about Korea Office

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What are the opening hours of the Korea office?

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Our office is available by phone from 9am to 5pm Monday through Friday.
In addition, to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we are only conducting in-person consultations by making a reservation in advance, and we are taking strict measures such as wearing masks and disinfecting our hands.

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What languages does your office speak?

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We can assist you in Korean and Japanese.

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I would like to consult about studying abroad at Soka University. Where and how should I contact you?

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Please contact the Korea office: +82-2-6232-0220

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Do you provide support for obtaining visas etc?

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If you are accepted, you will receive a Certificate of Eligibility from International Affairs Department of Soka University, so please apply for it at the Japanese embassy in your country. If you have all the requirements and documents required by the university and have not violated any laws beforehand, there will be no problem. You will be responsible for visa applications, but we can give you advice.

Due to the spread of the COVID-19 infection, there may be changes to application procedures, so please be sure to check the website of the Japanese Embassy in your country or check with International Affairs Department of Soka University.

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I would like to know more about Soka University. Are there any events such as information sessions or open campus events? Also, I am planning to go to Japan. Is there an opportunity to participate in a campus tour?

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Every year, entrance exam information sessions are held in Korea between June and August.
For more information on events, please check the overseas office NEWS or the university website.

Additionally, due to the COVID-19 outbreak, we are currently not offering campus tours.
You can take a virtual tour of the campus here (available in Japanese and English only).

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Could you please tell me the contact point for Soka University in Japan?

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Please see here for various contact details.