Osaka, JAPAN

Ryukoku University has three campuses:

Students in the JAS program take all classes at the Seta campus.

Students in the JCLP take all classes at the Fukakusa Campus.

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This program is open to undergraduate students in all majors. UHM exchange students may participate in either the the Japanese and Asian Studies Program (JAS), or the Japanese Culture and Langauge Program (JCLP).

Regular Ryukoku University Faculties include: Letters, Economics, Business Administration, Law, Policy Science, Science and Technology, Sociology, and Intercultural Communication (classes taught in Japanese)

Yes. In the JAS program, students may enroll in a combination of lecture courses that are taught in English and Japanese language courses.

In the JCLP, the primary langauge of instruction is Japanese, although there is at least one course on Buddhism that is taught in English.

The JAS program is one semester in length.

Note: UHM students may only participate in JAS during the Spring semester, because the fall semester overlaps with the UHM academic calendar.

The JCLP is a one-year program. UHM students will start the year in September and end in early August.

Ryukoku University Academic Calendar

There are five dormitories for international students, all conveniently located near all three campuses (within walking distance).

In the dormitories, Japanese student 'tutors' live together with international students to counsel and support them in their daily lives. Tutors organize events and activities, and can help international students with practical matters such as course registration, banking, local transportation, etc.

JAS students live in the Lumiere Mamiya International Student Flat.

More information on dormitories at Ryukoku University

MIX students register as full-time students at UH Manoa and pay regular UHM tuition.  They do not pay overseas tuition. 

- Students who normally pay in-state UHM tuition continue to do while on MIX. 
- Students who normally pay out-of-state UHM tuition continue to do so while on MIX.
- Students who normally pay WUE tuition continue to do so while on MIX. 

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In addition to UHM tuition, MIX students are responsible for all of their living expenses, including health insurance, books/supplies, room & meals, personal expenses, airfare, local transportation, and any costs associated with obtaining a visa (if applicable).  It is recommended that you research online to get an idea of how much these expenses will be.    

Since you are still a registered UHM student while on MIX, you continue to be eligible to receive financial aid and scholarships.  If you submit a ‘MIX Student Budget for Financial Aid Purposes’ form, UHM financial aid will take into consideration your overseas living and travel expenses when awarding your grants/loans.  

National Health Insurance Program - International students residing in Japan for one semester or one year may be required to enroll in this program through their host university in Japan. Costs vary by region, but may be approximately $18.00/month. Japanese National Health Insurance may not be required if students purchase adequate health insurance in their home country.

More information on Living Costs at Ryukoku University

More information on Living Costs for JAS students

Visa Information - The requirements for visas vary depending upon nationality (citizenship), purpose of trip, and length of stay. As a rule, applications must be submitted in person to the Japanese Consulate. The Consulate General of Japan in Honolulu has a jurisdiction covering the State of Hawaii and American Samoa. If visa applicants reside outside State of Hawaii or American Samoa, please contact the Japanese Embassy or Consulate that handles visas for your area.

Once you have a valid passport and the other required documents, you will need to visit the Consulate General of Japan at Honolulu and apply for a VISA. The Consulate General of Japan is located at 1742 Nuuanu Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96817 USA. Tel: 808-543-3111.

If you are studying abroad for a semester or year, please be sure to apply for a “College Student” status VISA. It is a very difficult and sometimes impossible to get your status changed later.

You will need at least the following documents when applying for your College Student status VISA:

1. Visa application form with passport photos attached (download from Consulate General website).

2. Copy of Certificate of Admission to your host university in Japan. (This is a formal letter that will be sent directly to the MIX Office. You will receive an email when it is available for pick-up.)

3. Certificate of Eligibility (Issued about two months before your departure for Japan)

4. Your valid passport

Upon Arrival in Japan - When you arrive at the airport in Japan, you will go through an Immigration Inspection. Your passport and Certificate of Eligibility for Status of Residence will be checked, and your residence status and your formal period of stay will be decided.

Part-time work while studying in Japan - Exchange students who are granted the 'Student' status of residence may be permitted to work part-time (up to 28 hours per week) while in Japan, as long as it does not affect their studies. To apply for permission, please fill out an "Application for Permission to Engage in Activities other than that Permitted under Status of Residence Previously Granted" when you apply for your visa. More information is available at the Immigration Bureau in Japan website.