Waseda University
An incredible variety of extra-curricular activities
Quick facts
Location: Tokyo
University Type: Campus
City Size: Metropolis
Climate: Temperate climate, with fairly mild sunny winters and hot humid summers.
Cost of living: Cheaper than Norwich
Local Language: Japanese
Be Inspired: Digivolve into some nostalgia with the classic ‘Digimon Adventure’ (1999) anime, and enjoy giant monsters rampaging across Odaiba and Tokyo Bay.
Did you know: Waseda University is focusing on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. Through education, research and work, they are looking ahead to a more inclusive future.
Why choose Waseda
Waseda University is one of the most prestigious universities in Japan. Alumni includes Japanese Prime Ministers, Nobel Prize winners and Olympic athletes. Previous UEA exchange students have describe the city campus as big - imagine Chancellors Drive but with a long row of tall high rise buildings. It's a different experience from UEA but the perfect chance to immerse yourself in a different environment.
Waseda University offers an incredible variety of extracurricular activities including sports and social/intercultural clubs to suit all tastes and interests. Exchange students are strongly encouraged to participate in these activities in order to make the most of their time at Waseda, and over 700 student clubs are available.
Club activities are scheduled throughout the year. By supporting Waseda as a student or a club member, one becomes engulfed in the scarlet flame of Waseda passion, bonding everyone together regardless of who they are or where they come from.
Japan's unique culture and customs are still reflected in many aspects of modern life in Japan, including food, clothing and housing, and also festivals, performing arts and crafts. Studying abroad at Waseda University will provide a golden opportunity to experience the traditional culture of Japan.
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