The University Hiroshima Shudo is a private university which traces its roots to the founding of the Asanohan School in the mid-18th century. The modern university began in the sixties and has been located in its current facilities since 1974. The university occupies a beautiful modern campus on the outskirts of the city. The university and community have a relatively small international population, allowing students a true immersion experience. The academic program runs from early September until late February and from early April through the end July.
Exchanges are possible for the spring semester or a year.
The university assists students in finding private accommodation in boarding houses or with host families. Boarding house rooms are generally unfurnished singles with shared kitchen and bath facilities. Students who live with host families will normally have a single furnished room. Students may prepare their own meals or eat at relatively inexpensive restaurants and shops near campus. This charge is refunded to students who are not accepted.