Address and Contact Information

Saitama University

255 Shimo-Okubo, Sakura-ku, Saitama City, Saitama 338-8570 JAPANhttp://en.saitama-u.ac.jp/

Faculty of Liberal Arts
kyouyou@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Faculty of Economics
keizaigakumu@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences
jinsha@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Faculty of Education / Graduate School of Education
ikugakumu@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Faculty of Sciencerigaku_gakumu@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Faculty of Engineering
eng-aa@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Graduate School of Science and Engineeringrikou@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Office of International Affairs

International Cooperation (Agreement, Projects)
Tel: +81-48-858-3908 E-mail: kokusai@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

International Student Support (Admission, Scholarship)
Tel: +81-48-858-9061 E-mail: ryugaku@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp
2019/03/2,000About Saitama University
SU, All-in-One Campus at Metropolitan Area Saitama- Embodiment of Diversity, Synergy and Integration
At SU, all academic departments and graduate schools are located on a single campus in Saitama,
just north of Tokyo. SU has been adding to its appeal more and more by pushing forward with twofunctional enhancements. The first is the base reinforcement by extensively enhancing the functions offundamental/applied research and education for global human resource cultivation, with the university
mission being the creation and succession of intellect. The second is the self-branding of SU as aregional center for activating the metropolitan area around Saitama.

History
As the only one national university established in Saitama Prefecture, our history began a century ago.
Three national education schools were integrated into Saitama University based on the diverse
characteristics of each institute. These founding principles reflect diversity, harmony and progress seenon our campus today.
The year 2019 is the 70th anniversary since its establishment.

Our Policy
As a comprehensive institution, SU has
set the following goals, in line with its
key policies of developing humanresources as the mainstay of a civil society
and generating knowledge and technology
in response to the demands of the day:To fulfill a universal role as a seat of knowledge
To strive to solve the challenges facing contemporary society
To contribute to the global community

Research Spotlight
Promotion of International Joint Research
In order to enhance the research capacity for fields in which SU already has advantages by concentrating humanand material resources, Strategic Research Units were established in 2014. Developing its system forinternationalization of research activities, it has promoted specific research outcomes and produced outcomes.

Life/Nano-Bio Unit
Innovative Cancer Science by Cooperation between Medicine, Science and Engineering- Development of nano-biophysical approaches in life science
It is now well accepted that the stiffness of cancer cells, a biophysical property, is lower than that of normal cells,
and that green tea catechin inhibits cancer metastasis by stiffening cancer cells. The main aim of our research isfinding and establishing new principles for cancer diagnosis and prevention of metastasis, based on our unique
nano-biophysical techniques, which will also become innovative approaches in various fields of life science.

Green/Environment Unit
Global Environmental Conservation Utilizing Green Plants - Collaborative research in plant science and soil science
The area of Green and Environmental Innovation aims to establish a sustainable society where problems of carbon
dioxide emissions and soil contamination are solved by producing useful plants suitable for phytoremediation
through genetic and metabolic engineering and studies of soils suitable for plant cultivation. We willcontribute to preserving the global environment by producing and using such useful plants.

Human-Machine Interaction Unit
Aiming to Improve Quality of Life (QOL) - Elucidation of human-machine interaction
We are conducting research on a system that enables ergonomic support based onevidence of perception, judgment and maneuver functions in humans.
For example, in order to achieve safer, more secure and more comfortable living
and driving in the super-aged society, we compensate for the decline in humanperception, judgment and maneuvering ability, and focus more on the studyof advancing a human-machine interaction system which can help to support
humans, depending on their conditions and abilities.

1

X-ray, Optical and Infrared Astrophysics Unit
Exploring the Birth and Death of Stars - In collaboration with the Institute of Space and Astronautical
Science of JAXA and National Astronomical Observatory of JapanBy observing X-rays or optical/infrared radiation from various celestial objects, the unit investigates
astrophysics in the life of stars from the birth of stars and planets to the remnants such as white dwarfs,
neutron stars or black holes.

Industry-University Collaboration
Advanced Institute of Innovative Technology
As an interface of the Industry-University-Government-Finance Collaboration in the local area,
the Advanced Institute of Innovative Technology was established in April 2016.
This workshop facility provides human networks that go beyond barriers among different
business fields and enhance connections between Industry-University-GovernmentFinance. Also, the Advanced Industry Incubation Facility is a place to systematically
implement R&D, trial manufacture, productization and commercialization to nurture
human resources for local industries, and to contribute to the development oflocal societies by creating new industries and standardizing.

Healthcare Innovation Research Unit
Our research unit is engaged in research and development ofartificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of things (IoT)
technologies. It aims to support remote medical care andhealthcare, non-invasive biometric data measurement,
human-machine interface (HMI) and brain-machineinterface (BMI) technologies for human-centeredequipment designs, and virtual reality (VR) and augmented
reality (AR) technologies, and thereby contribute toadvancements in the field of advanced healthcare.

2About Saitama University
SU, All-in-One Campus at Metropolitan Area Saitama- Embodiment of Diversity, Synergy and Integration
At SU, all academic departments and graduate schools are located on a single campus in Saitama,
just north of Tokyo. SU has been adding to its appeal more and more by pushing forward with twofunctional enhancements. The first is the base reinforcement by extensively enhancing the functions offundamental/applied research and education for global human resource cultivation, with the university
mission being the creation and succession of intellect. The second is the self-branding of SU as aregional center for activating the metropolitan area around Saitama.

History
As the only one national university established in Saitama Prefecture, our history began a century ago.
Three national education schools were integrated into Saitama University based on the diverse
characteristics of each institute. These founding principles reflect diversity, harmony and progress seenon our campus today.
The year 2019 is the 70th anniversary since its establishment.

Our Policy
As a comprehensive institution, SU has
set the following goals, in line with its
key policies of developing humanresources as the mainstay of a civil society
and generating knowledge and technology
in response to the demands of the day:To fulfill a universal role as a seat of knowledge
To strive to solve the challenges facing contemporary society
To contribute to the global community

Research Spotlight
Promotion of International Joint Research
In order to enhance the research capacity for fields in which SU already has advantages by concentrating humanand material resources, Strategic Research Units were established in 2014. Developing its system forinternationalization of research activities, it has promoted specific research outcomes and produced outcomes.

Life/Nano-Bio Unit
Innovative Cancer Science by Cooperation between Medicine, Science and Engineering- Development of nano-biophysical approaches in life science
It is now well accepted that the stiffness of cancer cells, a biophysical property, is lower than that of normal cells,
and that green tea catechin inhibits cancer metastasis by stiffening cancer cells. The main aim of our research isfinding and establishing new principles for cancer diagnosis and prevention of metastasis, based on our unique
nano-biophysical techniques, which will also become innovative approaches in various fields of life science.

Green/Environment Unit
Global Environmental Conservation Utilizing Green Plants - Collaborative research in plant science and soil science
The area of Green and Environmental Innovation aims to establish a sustainable society where problems of carbon
dioxide emissions and soil contamination are solved by producing useful plants suitable for phytoremediation
through genetic and metabolic engineering and studies of soils suitable for plant cultivation. We willcontribute to preserving the global environment by producing and using such useful plants.

Human-Machine Interaction Unit
Aiming to Improve Quality of Life (QOL) - Elucidation of human-machine interaction
We are conducting research on a system that enables ergonomic support based onevidence of perception, judgment and maneuver functions in humans.
For example, in order to achieve safer, more secure and more comfortable living
and driving in the super-aged society, we compensate for the decline in humanperception, judgment and maneuvering ability, and focus more on the studyof advancing a human-machine interaction system which can help to support
humans, depending on their conditions and abilities.

1

X-ray, Optical and Infrared Astrophysics Unit
Exploring the Birth and Death of Stars - In collaboration with the Institute of Space and Astronautical
Science of JAXA and National Astronomical Observatory of JapanBy observing X-rays or optical/infrared radiation from various celestial objects, the unit investigates
astrophysics in the life of stars from the birth of stars and planets to the remnants such as white dwarfs,
neutron stars or black holes.

Industry-University Collaboration
Advanced Institute of Innovative Technology
As an interface of the Industry-University-Government-Finance Collaboration in the local area,
the Advanced Institute of Innovative Technology was established in April 2016.
This workshop facility provides human networks that go beyond barriers among different
business fields and enhance connections between Industry-University-GovernmentFinance. Also, the Advanced Industry Incubation Facility is a place to systematically
implement R&D, trial manufacture, productization and commercialization to nurture
human resources for local industries, and to contribute to the development oflocal societies by creating new industries and standardizing.

Healthcare Innovation Research Unit
Our research unit is engaged in research and development ofartificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of things (IoT)
technologies. It aims to support remote medical care andhealthcare, non-invasive biometric data measurement,
human-machine interface (HMI) and brain-machineinterface (BMI) technologies for human-centeredequipment designs, and virtual reality (VR) and augmented
reality (AR) technologies, and thereby contribute toadvancements in the field of advanced healthcare.

2

Undergraduate Programs
Faculty of Liberal Arts

http://arts.kyy.saitama-u.ac.jp/

Global Governance Studies
International Relations
International Development
Sociology
Field Studies (Anthropology, Geography)

Philosophy and Historical Studies
Philosophy
Art Theory and History
History and Archaeology

http://www.saitama-u.ac.jp/sci/

Each student belongs to one of five departments (mathematics, physics, chemistry, biochemistry
and molecular biology, regulatory biology) and follows the curriculum of each department.
The students are encouraged to acquire the required abilities and strive to cultivate the qualities
which recognize the importance of fundamental theory that is not biased to a specific applicationand practical use.
Students who complete the curriculum acquire bachelor degrees (science) and many of them enter
the master’s program after that.

Educates students to be aware of andunderstand diverse cultures and values
while acquiring a profound insight into
humanity. Trains individuals to be able toidentify and solve problems that
contemporary cultures and societies face.

Sociology and Field Studies

Faculty of Science

Departments
European and American Studies
European Culture
American Studies

Japanese and Asian Studies

Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Regulatory Biology

Japanese Culture
East Asian Culture

Faculty of Economics

Do plants feel pain? Glutamate triggers
long-distance rapid calcium signaling in
Arabidopsis leaves. (Prof. M. Toyota)

http://www.eco.saitama-u.ac.jp/en/

Offers students opportunities to nurture independent thinking andleadership skills by providing a thorough basis of social sciencethrough the course system based on four majors as shown below.
The system equips students with skills for their future professional
career, including skills necessary in a globalized environment, sothat they can finally “find problems themselves, analyze themthemselves, and solve them themselves” — the goal of education
at the Faculty.

Faculty of Engineering

http://www.saitama-u.ac.jp/engineering/Students specialize in subjects from basic to advanced courses in each of the departments in addition to
wide-ranged subjects of natural, cultural, and social sciences. The students acquire theoretical andtechnical competence as engineers and researchers in their specialized fields in the undergraduate
programs. The Graduate School of Science and Engineering helps students to be advanced engineers
and researchers that contribute to the development of a sustainable society.

MajorsDepartments

Economic Analysis
Global Business and Social Development
Business Innovation
Law and Public Policy

Faculty of Education

SU students contributed to the discoveryof the new element of atomic number
113, nihonium.

Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Electronics, and Applied Physics
Information and Computer Sciences
Applied Chemistry
Civil and Environmental Engineering

http://www.saitama-u.ac.jp/edu/

Trains students to become competent, highly qualified teachers who can cope with the diverse educational
needs of a changing society. Provides students with both theoretical and practical education to serve as
educational leaders in schools and communities.

Training Course for School Teachers
Programs

Elementary School Education
Lower Secondary School Education
Early Childhood Education and Care
Special Needs Education

Training Course for School Health Nursing Teachers34

Undergraduate Programs
Faculty of Liberal Arts

http://arts.kyy.saitama-u.ac.jp/

Global Governance Studies
International Relations
International Development
Sociology
Field Studies (Anthropology, Geography)

Philosophy and Historical Studies
Philosophy
Art Theory and History
History and Archaeology

http://www.saitama-u.ac.jp/sci/

Each student belongs to one of five departments (mathematics, physics, chemistry, biochemistry
and molecular biology, regulatory biology) and follows the curriculum of each department.
The students are encouraged to acquire the required abilities and strive to cultivate the qualities
which recognize the importance of fundamental theory that is not biased to a specific applicationand practical use.
Students who complete the curriculum acquire bachelor degrees (science) and many of them enter
the master’s program after that.

Educates students to be aware of andunderstand diverse cultures and values
while acquiring a profound insight into
humanity. Trains individuals to be able toidentify and solve problems that
contemporary cultures and societies face.

Sociology and Field Studies

Faculty of Science

Departments
European and American Studies
European Culture
American Studies

Japanese and Asian Studies

Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Regulatory Biology

Japanese Culture
East Asian Culture

Faculty of Economics

Do plants feel pain? Glutamate triggers
long-distance rapid calcium signaling in
Arabidopsis leaves. (Prof. M. Toyota)

http://www.eco.saitama-u.ac.jp/en/

Offers students opportunities to nurture independent thinking andleadership skills by providing a thorough basis of social sciencethrough the course system based on four majors as shown below.
The system equips students with skills for their future professional
career, including skills necessary in a globalized environment, sothat they can finally “find problems themselves, analyze themthemselves, and solve them themselves” — the goal of education
at the Faculty.

Faculty of Engineering

http://www.saitama-u.ac.jp/engineering/Students specialize in subjects from basic to advanced courses in each of the departments in addition to
wide-ranged subjects of natural, cultural, and social sciences. The students acquire theoretical andtechnical competence as engineers and researchers in their specialized fields in the undergraduate
programs. The Graduate School of Science and Engineering helps students to be advanced engineers
and researchers that contribute to the development of a sustainable society.

MajorsDepartments

Economic Analysis
Global Business and Social Development
Business Innovation
Law and Public Policy

Faculty of Education

SU students contributed to the discoveryof the new element of atomic number
113, nihonium.

Mechanical Engineering and System Design
Electrical Engineering, Electronics, and Applied Physics
Information and Computer Sciences
Applied Chemistry
Civil and Environmental Engineering

http://www.saitama-u.ac.jp/edu/

Trains students to become competent, highly qualified teachers who can cope with the diverse educational
needs of a changing society. Provides students with both theoretical and practical education to serve as
educational leaders in schools and communities.

Training Course for School Teachers
Programs

Elementary School Education
Lower Secondary School Education
Early Childhood Education and Care
Special Needs Education

Training Course for School Health Nursing Teachers34Graduate Programs

Graduate School of
Humanities and Social Sciences

http://hss.saitama-u.ac.jp/english/

Graduate School of
Science and Engineering

http://www.saitama-u.ac.jp/rikogaku/

The Graduate School of Science and Engineering promotes both education and research activities
in cooperation with relevant organizations such as RIKEN, the National Institute for Materials
Science, the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, and other scientificorganizations. The program provides 13 courses in the master’s program and 6 courses in the
doctoral program. The students study in their specialized respective field in every each course, andcan acquire the basics and a large range of practical applications to their scientific focus. When thestudents complete their master’s degree in two years or doctoral degree in three years
consecutively, they can acquire a master’s degree, and then a doctorate, respectively. More than
1,000 students have already defended their theses and have earned their doctoral degrees.

Supervises comprehensive research in the culturaland social sciences and educates students tomeet the challenges of a globalizing, informationintensive world.
Fosters the ability of students to adapt to a newknowledge-oriented society, take leadership rolesin the international community and contribute to
the recovery and revitalization of the economy.

Master’s Program
Departments
Social and Cultural Studies
Japanese and Asian Studies
Economics and Management Studies

Master’s Program
Life Science

Doctoral Program

Courses - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology- Regulatory Biology

Departments

Physics and Functional Materials Science

Japanese and Asian Cultures
Economics and Management Studies

Courses - Physics- Functional Materials Science

Department of Japanese and Asian Studies offers the “Master of Arts (MA) Program in Japanese and Asian Culture” andthe “Master of Economics (MEcon) Program in Japanese and Asian Economy and Management”, wherein students can conduct
all classwork and write a master’s thesis in English.

Chemistry
Courses - Chemistry- Applied Chemistry

Mathematics, Electronics and Informatics
Courses - Mathematics- Electrical and Electronic Systems- Information and Computer Sciences

Graduate School of Education

http://www.saitama-u.ac.jp/edu/grad/

Mechanical Engineering and Science
Courses - Mechanical Engineering- Mechano-Robotics

Cultivates professionals equipped with sufficient capabilities and leadership to enrich Japanese
education in the globalizing world. Provides students with both theoretical and practical education toserve as educational top leaders in schools andcommunities.

Environmental Science and Civil Engineering

Master’s Program

Doctoral Program

The Course for Teaching Professionals
Advanced Development Programin General Education
Advanced Development Programin Subject Education

Doctoral Program- International Program on
Civil and Environmental Engineering- Course in Environmental Science and Technology

Science and Engineering
Courses - Life Science- Materials Science- Mathematics, Electronics and Informatics- Mechanical Engineering and Science- Environmental Science and Infrastructure Engineering- Joint Frontier Studies

Launch of Hitomi satellite, of which payload instruments
SU developed with JAXA and NASA.

The United Graduate School of Education
Tokyo Gakugei University

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6Graduate Programs

Graduate School of
Humanities and Social Sciences

http://hss.saitama-u.ac.jp/english/

Supervises comprehensive research in the culturaland social sciences and educates students tomeet the challenges of a globalizing, informationintensive world.
Fosters the ability of students to adapt to a newknowledge-oriented society, take leadership rolesin the international community and contribute to
the recovery and revitalization of the economy.

Graduate School of
Science and Engineering

http://www.saitama-u.ac.jp/rikogaku/

The Graduate School of Science and Engineering promotes both education and research activities
in cooperation with relevant organizations such as RIKEN, the National Institute for Materials
Science, the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, and other scientificorganizations. The program provides 11 programs in the master’s program and 6 courses in the
doctoral program. The students study in their specialized respective field in every each course, andcan acquire the basics and a large range of practical applications to their scientific focus. When thestudents complete their master’s degree in two years or doctoral degree in three years
consecutively, they can acquire a master’s degree, and then a doctorate, respectively. More than
1,000 students have already defended their theses and have earned their doctoral degrees.

Master’s Program
Departments
Social and Cultural Studies
Japanese and Asian Studies
Economics and Management Studies

Master’s Program
Life Science

Doctoral Program

Programs - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology- Regulatory Biology

Departments

Material Science

Japanese and Asian Cultures
Economics and Management Studies
Department of Japanese and Asian Studies offers the “Master of Arts (MA) Program in Japanese and Asian Culture” andthe “Master of Economics (MEcon) Program in Japanese and Asian Economy and Management”, wherein students can conduct
all classwork and write a master’s thesis in English.

Programs - Physics- Chemistry- Applied Chemistry

Mathematics, Electronics and Informatics
Programs - Mathematics- Electrical Engineering, Electronics,
and Applied Physics- Information and Computer Sciences

Mechanical Science

Graduate School of Education

http://www.saitama-u.ac.jp/edu/grad/

Cultivates professionals equipped with sufficient capabilities and leadership to enrich Japanese
education in the globalizing world. Provides students with both theoretical and practical education toserve as educational top leaders in schools andcommunities.

Program - Mechanical Engineering and Science

Environmental Science and Civil Engineering
Program - Civil and Environmental Engineering
Interdisciplinary Education Program forApplied Science and Technology in Global Environment

Master’s Program

Doctoral Program

Departments

Science and Engineering

School Education
Subject Education

Courses - Life Science- Materials Science- Mathematics, Electronics and Informatics- Mechanical Engineering and Science- Environmental Science and Infrastructure Engineering- Joint Frontier Studies

Advanced Professional Teacher
Development Doctoral Program

Launch of Hitomi satellite, of which payload instruments
SU developed with JAXA and NASA.

The United Graduate School of Education
Tokyo Gakugei University

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6Global Connections

SU strives to be an international academic gateway, welcoming students andresearchers from around the world not just as guests, but as valued colleagues andcollaborators. Researchers at SU stand at the pinnacle of their field in many disciplines,
and the university has an active program of international partnerships in both researchand learning.

Degree Programs Offered in English ( As of Jan, 2019 )Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciencesll

Master of Arts (MA) Program in Japanese and Asian Culture
Master of Economics (MEcon) Program in Japanese and Asian Economy and Management

Graduate School of Science and Engineering (Scholarship Programs)
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Highly-skilled Professionals for the Social Infrastructure Supported by
Independent Power Supply Systeml Highly-skilled Professionals for Development of Green & Sustainable
Chemical Technologies Applied to Asian Poverty Areasll

Overseas Partner Universities

Non-Degree Programs
Exchange Program
The exchange program is designed for students from our partner universities who wish to spend
two terms (six months) or four terms (one year) at SU. Applicants must be nominated by theirhome universities.
Exchange students may take the Intensive Japanese Language Course and/or regular courses.

Summer Program
Intensive Japanese Studies Program provides international undergraduate students who have aninterest in Japanese culture, a good opportunity to study various aspects of Japan-traditional,
modern and contemporary. Students can choose from weekday courses which may be of theirinterests as well as the chance to go on weekend excursions in and around the Saitama/Tokyo area.

Intensive Japanese Language Course
As of Jan, 2019

The Japanese Language Education Center offers the Intensive Japanese Language Course forinternational students. The program features first-class instructors and the latest pedagogies.
The full range of skill areas is covered, from reading/writing to everyday communicative Japanese.

*JLPT: Japanese Language Proficiency Test

Academic Calendar

As of 2013

As of Jan, 2019

As of Jan, 2019

Spring Semester: Term 1 & Term 2 / Fall Semester: Term 3 & Term 4

78Global Connections

SU strives to be an international academic gateway, welcoming students andresearchers from around the world not just as guests, but as valued colleagues andcollaborators. Researchers at SU stand at the pinnacle of their field in many disciplines,
and the university has an active program of international partnerships in both researchand learning.

Degree Programs Offered in English (As of Sep., 2022)
Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Master of Arts (MA) Program in Japanese and Asian Culture
Master of Economics (MEcon) Program in Japanese and Asian Economy and Managementl Doctor of Economics (DEcon) Programll

Graduate School of Science and Engineering (Scholarship Programs)
Civil and Environmental Engineeringl Energy System - Information Technology Innovation International Professional Programsl Highly-skilled Professionals for Development of Green & Sustainable Chemical Technologies
Applied to Asian Poverty Areasl

Overseas Partner Universities

Non-Degree Programs
Exchange Program
The exchange program is designed for students from our partner universities who wish to spend
two terms (six months) or four terms (one year) at SU. Applicants must be nominated by theirhome universities.
Exchange students may take the Intensive Japanese Language Course and/or regular courses.

Summer Program
Intensive Japanese Studies Program provides international undergraduate students who have aninterest in Japanese culture, a good opportunity to study various aspects of Japan-traditional,
modern and contemporary. Students can choose from weekday courses which may be of theirinterests as well as the chance to go on weekend excursions in and around the Saitama/Tokyo area.

Intensive Japanese Language Course
As of Jan, 2019

The Japanese Language Education Center offers the Intensive Japanese Language Course forinternational students. The program features first-class instructors and the latest pedagogies.
The full range of skill areas is covered, from reading/writing to everyday communicative Japanese.

*JLPT: Japanese Language Proficiency Test

Academic Calendar

As of 2013

As of Jan, 2019

As of Jan, 2019

Spring Semester: Term 1 & Term 2 / Fall Semester: Term 3 & Term 4

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Student LifeInternational House
I-House is located within easy walking distance of classrooms and campus services, and offers
new arrivals a ready-made social world where they can adjust to life in Japan in a supportive andconvenient environment. In a new dormitory open in fall 2019, Japanese students and international
students live together in units.

Location
SU is situated in the southern part of Saitama Prefecture, within the Greater Tokyo area, approximately
an hour from JR Tokyo station. Saitama is known for its well-developed industries and cultures, andwell-balanced urban and natural environment.

International Students Advising & Counseling RoomThe International Students Advising & Counseling Room is to serve international students
who may have worries, concerns, difficulties, or complaints while studying on campus. Students
may come and seek help whenever they face problems, no matter what it is. Students’ privacy is
our first priority, and everything asked and said will be kept strictly confidential.

University Library
The library provides a student-centered learning environment and access to a wide range of
information resources to support students and staff in all areas of their study and research.
The works of and a message from the 2015 Nobel Prize winner in Physics, Prof. Takaaki Kajita,
an alumnus of SU, are on display in the library.

Student Clubs
International students at SU are strongly encouraged to get involved in extracurricular activities.
Joining one of the clubs is an ideal way to indulge their interests at the same time as making
friends with local students outside regular classes. Popular clubs for international students include
Aikido, Judo, and Sado-Japanese Traditional Tea Ceremony.

9

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Student LifeInternational House
I-House is located within easy walking distance of classrooms and campus services, and offers
new arrivals a ready-made social world where they can adjust to life in Japan in a supportive andconvenient environment. In a new dormitory open in fall 2019, Japanese students and international
students live together in units.

Location
SU is situated in the southern part of Saitama Prefecture, within the Greater Tokyo area, approximately
an hour from JR Tokyo station. Saitama is known for its well-developed industries and cultures, andwell-balanced urban and natural environment.

International Students Advising & Counseling RoomThe International Students Advising & Counseling Room is to serve international students
who may have worries, concerns, difficulties, or complaints while studying on campus. Students
may come and seek help whenever they face problems, no matter what it is. Students’ privacy is
our first priority, and everything asked and said will be kept strictly confidential.

University Library
The library provides a student-centered learning environment and access to a wide range of
information resources to support students and staff in all areas of their study and research.
The works of and a message from the 2015 Nobel Prize winner in Physics, Prof. Takaaki Kajita,
an alumnus of SU, are on display in the library.

Student Clubs
International students at SU are strongly encouraged to get involved in extracurricular activities.
Joining one of the clubs is an ideal way to indulge their interests at the same time as making
friends with local students outside regular classes. Popular clubs for international students include
Aikido, Judo, and Sado-Japanese Traditional Tea Ceremony.

910Address and Contact Information

Saitama University

255 Shimo-Okubo, Sakura-ku, Saitama City, Saitama 338-8570 JAPANhttp://en.saitama-u.ac.jp/

Faculty of Liberal Arts
kyouyou@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Faculty of Economics
keizaigakumu@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences
jinsha@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Faculty of Education / Graduate School of Education
ikugakumu@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Faculty of Sciencerigaku_gakumu@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Faculty of Engineering
eng-aa@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Graduate School of Science and Engineeringrikou@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

Office of International Affairs

International Cooperation (Agreement, Projects)
Tel: +81-48-858-3908 E-mail: kokusai@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp

International Student Support (Admission, Scholarship)
Tel: +81-48-858-9061 E-mail: ryugaku@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp
2019/03/2,000