Graduate School of Management,
GLOBIS University
Part-time & Online
MBA Program
2025 Admission Guide(As of July 16, 2024)

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2025 Admission Guide

Table of Contents
1. Admission Policies ......................................................................................... 2
2. MBA Program Overview .................................................................................. 2
3. Admission Requirements ................................................................................ 2
4. Application Process ........................................................................................ 4
1. Submit Application ............................................................................... 4
2. Initial Screening.................................................................................... 4
3. Initial Result Notification ...................................................................... 4
4. Second Screening ................................................................................ 4
5. Final Result Notification ......................................................................... 5
5. Admission Schedule ....................................................................................... 5
6. Application Documents................................................................................... 5
7. Essay Questions ............................................................................................. 9
8. Tuition........................................................................................................... 10
9. Scholarships and Loans ................................................................................ 11
1. GLOBIS Scholarship ........................................................................... 11
2. Pro Athlete Career Support MBA Scholarship .................................... 12
3. Ibaraki Robots Career Support MBA Scholarship ............................... 12
4. GLOBIS Scholarship for Refugee Students ......................................... 13
5. Education Loans from Other Organizations ....................................... 13
10. Specialized Practice Education and Training Benefits System ................ 14
11. Privacy Policy .......................................................................................... 141

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1. Admission Policies
Our mission is to develop “visionary leaders who create and innovate societies.” To
achieve this mission, we admit students with qualities that will enable them to play awide range of roles as future visionary leaders. In addition, our diverse body of students
inspires each other as they work to realize their own aspirations. Our students havecritical and logical thinking skills, communication skills, and the ability to get things done.
In addition, our students possess a kokorozashi, the will and creativity to bring about
positive change in society.
Before applying to the Part-time and online MBA Program at GLOBIS University, we
encourage you to visit our website below to view and understand the university's
complete Admission Policy, Curriculum Policy, and Diploma Policy.
https://www.globis.ac.jp/about/organization-and-policies/part-time-online-mbapolicies/

2. MBA Program Overview
University

Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University

Degree Conferred

Master of Business Administration (MBA)Program Format

Part-time (weekday evenings and weekends)
In-person at the Tokyo Campus
Live, interactive online classes

Language

EnglishStart Date

October 01, 2025

Length of Program

Two years

Requirement for
Program Completion

Obtain at least 36 credits and complete all required courses
Pass an examination administered by GLOBIS University

Annual Intake

65 students (this number is subject to adjustment)

3. Admission Requirements
Applicants to GLOBIS University need to satisfy the following three requirements:
1.

Be at least 22 years of age

2.

Possess a bachelor’s degree or equivalent*3.

Have at least two years of full-time work experience by the time of entrance

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2025 Admission Guide*Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria by the time of application:
Received a bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university
Completed a 16-year curriculum of school education in an institution outside of Japan andpossessed a degree equivalent to a bachelor’s degree
Received confirmation from GLOBIS University that your academic capacity is equivalent tothat of a university or college graduate

If an applicant is 22 years old but does not meet one or more admission requirements
indicated above, it is necessary to undergo Preliminary Screening.

Preliminary Screening (only if applicable)
Applicants who meet any of the following conditions are applicable:

 Do not possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree
 Do not have at least two years of full-time work experience by the time ofApplicable
Individuals

entrance Currently attending a university and expected to obtain a bachelor’s
degree by the time of entrance
If applicants are under 22 years of age and have no full-time work experienceby the time of application, applicants are not eligible to apply.

RequiredDocuments

Submit the following through the Online Admission Portal: Personal data Photo Transcript
 Certificate of Graduation
 Evidence of English ability
 CV (Optional)
 GMAT/GRE score report (Optional)
Please refer to section 6 for details for each document.

Schedule

Deadline
Screening Fee

Round

Application Deadline

Result Notification

Nov.

Oct. 30, 2024

Nov. 06, 2024

Feb.

Jan. 15, 2025

Jan. 22, 2025

Apr.

Apr. 02, 2025

Apr. 09, 2025

Jul.

Jun. 18, 2025

Jun. 25, 2025

18:30 (JST) on each application deadline listed above.
Free

Result

The result will be announced at 15:00 (JST) through the Online Admission
Portal on the above dates. Applicants must submit the remaining documents
outlined in section 6 if they pass the preliminary screening.

Note

The passing status for Preliminary Screening is only valid for the 2025
admission year. Applicants who decide to apply after this year’s admission
must undergo the Preliminary Screening again unless the admission
requirements are met.

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4. Application Process
SubmitApplication

InitialScreening

InitialResultNotification

SecondScreening

Final
ResultNotification

1. Submit Application
Applicants must submit the application documents listed in section 6 through the Online
Admission Portal by 18:30, Japan Standard Time (JST), on the application deadline
indicated in section 5.
Online Admission Portal Login URL:

https://mbaadmission.globis.ac.jp/adm/c/ac0001
Notes:
Applications submitted by email or post are NOT accepted
The application fee cannot be reimbursed or deferred to another academic year
Accepted applications which contain falsified or plagiarized information will automaticallyresult in the withdrawal of acceptance
The application will not be examined if it is incomplete or contains errors
Student visa support is not available for the Part-time & Online MBA Program

Applicants can apply to only one of the following programs within the same admission
year: the Part-time and online MBA Program (English), the Full-time MBA Program (English),or the Part-time and online MBA Program (Japanese).

2. Initial Screening
Initial screening is conducted using the information and documents submitted for
application.

3. Initial Result Notification
The result is announced through the Online Admission Portal. Shortlisted applicants will
receive their interview and examination schedule (if required).

4. Second Screening
Applicants who pass the initial screening phase must take a 30-minute online interview(required for all) and a 60-minute online logical thinking examination.
Exemption for the Logical Thinking Examination:
Applicants who have completed the Critical Thinking course in any language at either
GLOBIS University or the GLOBIS Management School with a grade of A, B, or C by theinterview date will be exempt from taking the Logical Thinking Examination.

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Notes:

1. To ensure that the examination is conducted fairly and impartially, the interview will
be recorded using Zoom's video recording function. The recorded video and audio
will not be used for any purpose other than to conduct the examination and to
determine whether the applicant has passed or failed. Recording of the interview by
the applicant is strictly prohibited.
2. For any applicants with disabilities who require special considerations for the second
screening, contact the Admissions Office before submitting the MBA application.

5. Final Result Notification
The final result will be announced through the Online Admission Portal at 15:00 (JST) on
the below dates. Successful applicants can download the Acceptance Letter andEnrollment Guide from the Portal. We are unable to respond to inquiries regarding
application results.

5. Admission Schedule

Round

Application
Deadline

InitialScreening
ResultNotification

SecondScreening(Interview &
Exam)

Nov.

Nov. 19,2024

Dec. 03,
2024

Feb.

Feb. 04,
2025

Apr.
Jul.

Final Result
Notification

Enrollment
Confirmation
Deadline

Dec. 07 - 08,
2024

Dec. 17,2024

Jan. 07,2025

Feb. 18,2025

Feb. 22 - 23,
2025

Mar. 04,2025

Mar. 11,2025

Apr. 22,2025

May 13,2025

May 17 - 18,
2025

May. 26,
2025

June 02,2025

Jul. 08,
2025

Jul. 22,2025

Jul. 26 - 27,
2025

Aug. 04,2025

Aug. 11,2025

The application deadline is 18:30, Japan Standard Time (JST).
If invited to take an interview/examination, the Admissions Office will decide on a datefrom the abovementioned. In principle, schedule changes will not be permitted unlessthe applicant requests them on the Online Admission Portal when applying.

6. Application Documents
Documents written in languages other than English are NOT ACCEPTED, except whereotherwise prescribed. If the document is written in a language other than English, pleaseprovide an English translation signed by a certified translator. The translator's contact
information must be included with the translated documents. The applicant cannot
undertake translations.

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If a different name is stated on a document, evidence of the name change must be
uploaded with the application.

Generative AI UsageGLOBIS provides skill development opportunities for those aspiring to become businessleaders. In this era of rapid social change, there is an increasing need to cultivate theability to think critically. Students must create and develop the MBA application
independently as an opportunity to train in this area.
If a Generative AI (including conversational AI) program is used to write the MBAapplication, we believe applicants will lose the opportunity to examine themselves andtheir experiences critically, thus preventing the application screener from knowing theapplicant's full potential. GLOBIS considers using Generative AI for writing an MBA
application unacceptable and should be avoided.

Required
for all Personal data Photo

Letter of recommendation
Transcript / Certificate of Graduation
EssaysApplication fee

Only if applicable Evidence of English Ability
 Evidence of Financial Resources Residence Card

Non-native English speakers

 GLOBIS Scholarship Application
 CV
 GMAT / GRE score

Applicants who wish to apply◼

All non-Japanese applicants where required
All non-Japanese applicants living in Japan

Optional
Optional

Personal Data (Required for all)

Fill out personal data, work experience, and academic records as requested on
the Online Admission Portal



Ensure to input and show at least two years of full-time work experience and list
every work experience after graduation. Work experience during a study period
will not be regarded as “full-time” experience unless an acceptable explanation
is provided illustrating how both commitments were managed

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Photo (Required for all)

Upload a high-resolution photo (250 KB to 5MB) taken within three months of
the application deadlineUse a clear image of the face, front view with a plain background (like a passportapplication photo)◼

No hat or head covering is accepted unless for religious purposes
The photo will be used for the GLOBIS Student ID Card upon enrollment

Letter of Recommendation (Required for all)

One letter of recommendation is requiredThe recommender should be a supervisor or a person at a current or previous
place of employment or someone who has had a close business relationshipwith the applicant



There are two ways to submit a letter of recommendation:
1. Uploaded by the recommender: by sending a request from the Online
Admission Portal, your recommender will be able to receive a link to download
the letter form and upload it to the system
2. Mailed by applicant or recommender: if the recommender cannot submit
online, applicants can submit the original letter signed and sealed by therecommender to the Admissions Office by registered mail. The letter ofrecommendation must arrive at the Admissions Office no later than one week
before the application deadline. If this is not possible, please get in touch with
the Admission Office immediately for guidance.

◼

Transcript (Required for all)

Upload a complete bachelor’s degree transcript (master’s and doctoral degrees
are optional)The transcript must include a list of all courses completed, and the grades
received for all years of enrollment



If the applicant is a Preliminary Screening applicant and does not have abachelor’s degree, it is required to upload a transcript of the highest level of
education where the applicant received a diploma (e.g., high school diploma
and transcript)◼

Certificate of Graduation (Only if applicable)

If the graduation date and the name of the obtained degree are stated in thetranscript, it is not necessary to submit a Certificate of Graduation. Otherwise,a Certificate of Graduation for the bachelor’s degree (master’s and doctoral
degrees are optional) must be uploaded

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Essays (Required for all)Answer the essay questions on the Online Admission Portal (Refer to section 7
for the questions)◼

Evidence of English Ability (Only if applicable)All non-native English speakers are required to submit an English test scoreissued within two years of the application deadline



TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, Cambridge CPE*, and Cambridge CAE* English
proficiency examinations are accepted*Please select CEFR for the ‘Test Type’ on the Online Admission Portal

Exemption: Applicants are exempted from submitting an English test score if eitherof the following conditions are met:
1.

Applicants are native English speakers. Select “English” as the native languageon the Online Admission Portal

2.

Completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree*1 from a program taught
entirely in English*2*1: If the exemption relates to your postgraduate degree, please submit the certificate
of graduation as evidence to prove that the degree was completed in English*2: If the undergraduate or postgraduate degree was taught entirely in English,
applicants must upload evidence that the university degree was completed in English.
Applicants are exempted from submitting this evidence if they graduated from a
university in Australia, Canada, India, Ireland, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, theUnited Kingdom, or the United States. Evidence can be an official letter from the university
or a link (enclosed in a Word document) to the university’s web page indicating that the
program was taught entirely in English◼

Evidence of Financial Resources (Only if applicable)•

Non-Japanese applicants (who do not possess a Japanese passport) who wish
to apply for a GLOBIS scholarship must submit financial evidence of JPY 3
million to show how they are planning to cover the Part-time & Online MBA
Program Tuition•

It is necessary to declare the currently available financial resources by entering
the following information on the Online Admission Portal:•

Personal Savings (required)•Supporter’s Savings (optional)•

Other (optional)

Each amount indicated should be accompanied by supporting evidence dated
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If the total amount of your financial evidence is less than the required amount,
it is necessary to indicate a detailed plan to fund the shortfall (e.g., future salary,education loan, etc.) and provide additional evidence to support the planA signed “Letter of Financial Support” is also required if a supporter's savings
as financial evidence is submitted. The supporter must be a close family
relation (up until and including a second degree of kinship). For example, aparent, a grandparent, a spouse, a sibling, or an aunt/uncle◼

Residence Card (Only if applicable)All non-Japanese applicants (who do not possess a Japanese passport) who
hold a residence status in Japan are required to upload a copy of both sides of
the residence card◼

GLOBIS Scholarship Application (Only if applicable)◼

CV (Optional)◼

Upload the most recent CV as a PDF file

GMAT / GRE Score (Optional, but recommended)◼

Refer to section 9 for details

Upload the official GMAT/GRE score issued within the last five years

Application Fee (Required for all)

Applicants living in Japan:

JPY 36,000

Applicants living overseas:

JPY 15,000

Payment can only be made by credit card

Policy of Returning Documents
Once submitted, the Admissions Office will not be able to return any documents thathave been submitted. This includes the following: letter of recommendation, transcript,
translation(s), notarized certifications, CV, evidence of financial resources, andphotocopy of residence card.

7. Essay Questions
The following essay questions need to be answered in the application. Applicants shouldemphasize any international experience where applicable.

Q1. Tell us about a recent work or project experience (within a business setting) which
you were passionate about. Describe why you were passionate about the experience,
how your skills and values contributed to the experience, and how you worked withothers. If the experience entails an element of “creation and innovation,” such as starting9

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please include it in the essay. (250 to 550 words)

Q2. Tell us about a challenging situation that you have personally faced. Describe
concretely what you did about the situation as well as what you learned from it. (250 to
550 words)

Q3. Tell us about a long-term goal or vision for society as a business professional andyour career plan to realize this vision. Describe specifically the source of inspiration foryour vision, such as an inspiring person, book, or other experience. Describe how GLOBIS
University and an MBA degree will help realize your vision and concrete steps you willtake to make this vision a reality. (250 to 550 words)

Q4. Tell us about any volunteer activities, social activities, or school groups that you
have been involved with. Describe the activity as well as your role and how long you wereinvolved. Additionally, mention any academic and/or business awards you have received.
(250 to 550 words)

8. Tuition
Enrollment

1st Year Tuition Fee

2nd Year Tuition Fee

Fee

1st
Installment

2nd
Installment

3rd
Installment

4th
Installment

JPY 80,000

JPY 812,500

JPY 812,500

JPY 812,500

JPY 812,500

2 YearTuition Total
JPY 3,250,000The enrollment fee and first installment must be paid at the end of August 2025



Tuition is paid every six months in four installments

It is possible to pay in full upon request to the Admissions Office

If the Pre-MBA application fee of JPY 23,000 has been paid, it will be deducted fromthe enrollment fee of JPY 80,000 for the Part-time & Online MBA Program
The tuition for credits earned (Nano-MBA or Pre-MBA) before admission andrecognized as credits at GLOBIS University (including credits earned as a Pre-MBA
student) will be deducted equally from the second and fourth installments



For Pre-MBA courses paid for in a foreign currency, regardless of currency rate
fluctuations, the maximum amount to be deducted from the MBA tuition will be JPY
128,000 or JPY 154,000, depending on the course

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9. Scholarships and Loans
1. GLOBIS ScholarshipBenefit

Up to 50% of MBA program tuition

Eligibility• Enroll in the 2025 Part-time & Online MBA Program• Clear need for financial assistance to support tuition payments• Outstanding performance during the admission screening. Including,but not limited to, extensive international business experience,technology and innovation background, strong academic background,and potential contribution to the GLOBIS student body

Expectations• Continuous efforts to accomplish what is stated in the scholarshipessay and substantial contribution to GLOBIS University• Complete all requirements for graduation and maintain strong
academic performance throughout enrollment• Agree to act in an ambassadorial role, participate in photoshoots, andprovide student profiles, interviews, or testimonials when requested• Attend scholarship or recruitment events as required for GLOBIS• Proactively support the growth of the GLOBIS community
Note: GLOBIS reserves the right to withdraw scholarships anytime during
the program if recipients cannot meet the above expectations.
Submit the scholarship essay using the Online Admission Portal.

Application<Essay Questions>
1. How can you contribute to the betterment of GLOBIS University?
Please state your plans. (250 to 550 words)
2. Why is a scholarship critical in order for you to achieve your goals
outlined in your MBA application? (Up to 200 words)

ResultThe scholarship awarding result will be sent on the day of theannouncement of the final admission result.

Note

Enrollment fees, additional tuition for long-term enrollment, non-GLOBIS
textbooks, extra-curricular expenses, and living expenses are not included.

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2. Pro Athlete Career Support MBA ScholarshipBenefit

30% of the MBA enrollment fee, MBA tuition fee, and MBA extension fee

Eligibility

Applicants need to fulfill the following two requirements.
1. Enroll in the Part-time & Online MBA Program in 2025
2. The university recognizes that the applicant relies on the following
income sources to earn a living.
 Remuneration primarily comes from athletic contracts with specificcompanies or organizations, as well as sponsor contracts or contracts
of a similar nature (e.g., contracts for promotion appearances, advisory
roles, etc.)
 Prize money comes from competitions the athlete competed in
Notes:
 The sports specified above refer to physical athletic competitions(including martial arts and public competitions) that adhere to specificrules regardless of whether performed individually or as a group This does not include coaches or managers who guide athletes in any
form Applicants who are eligible to receive the Specialized Practice Education
and Training Benefits at the point of MBA enrollment are not eligible
 Students re-entering the MBA program are not eligible to apply

Application Submit the required documents on the Online Admission Portal.
Selection
Process

Scholarship recipients will be determined after reviewing application
documents submitted at the time of application (e.g., contracts, websites,
brochures, and other proof confirming the applicant is a professional athlete)
and a statement of income. The requirements are also checked at the timeof admission to the program.

ResultThe scholarship awarding result will be sent on the day of the announcementof the final admission result.

Note

Additional tuition for long-term enrollment, non-GLOBIS textbooks, extracurricular expenses, and living expenses are not included.

3. Ibaraki Robots Career Support MBA ScholarshipBenefit

70% of the MBA enrollment fee, MBA tuition fee, and MBA extension fee
Applicants need to fulfill the following two requirements.
1.
2.

Eligibility

Enroll in the Part-time & Online MBA Program in 2025
Belong to the ‘Ibaraki Robots’ managed by Ibaraki Robots Sports
Entertainment Co., Ltd. and receive its recommendation

Notes:
 Applicants will lose eligibility to apply if they have left the above team,withdraw from the program, or are expelled Students re-entering the MBA program are not eligible to apply

Application Submit the required documents on the Online Admission Portal.
Selection
Process
ResultNote

In principle, scholarship recipients will be selected based on their essays,
application documents provided at the time of application, and theadmissions screening results.
The scholarship awarding result will be sent on the day of the announcementof the final admission result.
Additional tuition for long-term enrollment, non-GLOBIS textbooks, extracurricular expenses, and living expenses are not included.

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4. GLOBIS Scholarship for Refugee Students
Benefit

Eligibility

Expectations

Up to 100% of the MBA admission fee, MBA enrollment fee, MBA tuitionfee• Enroll in the Part-time & Online MBA Program in 2025
• Holder of a Designated Activities Visa (Refugee Applicants) issued by
the Immigration Services Agency of Japan and have received arecommendation from WELgee• Clear need for financial assistance to support tuition payments• Outstanding performance during the admission screening. Including,but not limited to, extensive international business experience,technology and innovation background, strong academic background,and potential contribution to the GLOBIS student body
• Continuous efforts to accomplish what is stated in the scholarshipessay and substantial contribution to GLOBIS University• Complete all requirements for graduation and maintain strong
academic performance throughout enrollment• Agree to act in an ambassadorial role, participate in photoshoots, andprovide student profiles, interviews, or testimonials when requested• Attend scholarship or recruitment events as required for GLOBIS• Proactively support the growth of the GLOBIS community
Note: GLOBIS reserves the right to withdraw scholarships anytime during
the program if recipients cannot meet the above expectations.
Submit the scholarship essay to the Online Admission Portal.

Application

Selection
Process<Essay Questions>
1. How can you contribute to the betterment of GLOBIS University?
Please state your plans. (250 to 550 words)
2. Why is a scholarship critical in order for you to achieve your goals
outlined in your MBA application? (Up to 200 words)
In principle, scholarship recipients will be selected based on their essays,
application documents provided at the time of application, and theadmissions screening results.

ResultThe scholarship awarding result will be sent on the day of theannouncement of the final admission result.

Note

Additional tuition for long-term enrollment, non-GLOBIS textbooks, extracurricular expenses, and living expenses are not included.

5. Education Loans from Other Organizations
Financial institutions introduced by GLOBIS University offer educational loans withfavorable interest rates. Please note that applicants are required to speak and readJapanese to understand the contract.
Contact the Admissions Office for further information.

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10. Specialized Practice Education and Training Benefits System*This benefit applies only to applicants who have paid employment insurance in Japanfor a certain period.
The GLOBIS MBA program has been designated a Specialized Practice Education andTraining facility by the Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare. If certain conditions aremet, applicants can obtain financial support from the government. To confirm eligibility,
contact a Hello Work branch. GLOBIS cannot determine an applicant’s eligibility for thisprogram.
https://www.globis.ac.jp/admission-fees/part-time-online-mba-fees-andfinancing/part-time-online-mba-education-and-training-benefits-system/
1. Specialized Practice Education and Training Benefits
If an applicant has paid employment insurance in Japan for at least two years as of the
program's start and meets other conditions (e.g., completing the MBA program within
two years). In that case, applicants may receive a yearly refund of up to JPY 400,000. In
addition, if the applicant is employed and paying employment insurance in Japan within
one year of graduation, you may receive a further refund of up to JPY 320,000.
2. General Training and Education Benefits
If an applicant is paying or has paid employment insurance in Japan but does not meetthe conditions for the Specialized Practice Education and Training Benefits system (e.g.,planning to complete the MBA program in three years), the applicant may still be able toreceive the General Training and Education Benefits. It may be possible to receive arefund of up to JPY 100,000.

11. Privacy Policy
GLOBIS University recognizes the importance of complying with laws and regulations
governing the protection of personal information and safeguarding privacy to ensure ourservices are safe and secure. Therefore, we have established a system for promoting
compliance and developed internal regulations in our commitment to managing
personal information with the utmost care.
For details, please visit our website: https://globis.com/privacy/

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Contact Information
Admissions Advisors (Before Application Submission)
E-mail: imba-info@globis.ac.jp
Business hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 - 18:30 (JST)Admissions Office (After Application Submission)
E-mail: mba-admission@globis.ac.jp
Business hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 - 18:30 (JST)
Address:
Sumitomo Fudosan Kojimachi Bldg., 5-1 Niban-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan 102-0084-

1 minute on foot from Exit No.5 of Kojimachi Station (Yurakucho Line)-

10 minutes on foot from Exit No.5 of Hanzomon Station (Hanzomon Line)15