Shoin University

Founded as a women’s school in 1941 and chartered by the government of Japan in 2000, Shoin University is devoted to excellence in teaching and research, and to developing dedicated and passionate professionals who make a difference in Japan, Asia, and beyond. Shoin’s faculties are engaged with teaching and research and aim to push the boundaries of human knowledge and capabilities and make Japan and the world a better place to live. As one of the 23 institutions that comprise the Western Tokyo Metropolitan Area University Association, Shoin has been closely involved in business, professional, and academic life in the Tokyo Metropolitan Area. The main campus is located at the Morinosato Academic and Research District of Atsugi city, Kanagawa. The nearest station, Aikoishida of Odakyu-Line, is accessible in 50 minutes from Tokyo (Shinjuku station, which is a major commercial and administrative center in Tokyo), and is 45 minutes from Yokohama Station. Shoin University was established with the motto of the integration of knowledge and action works toward the betterment of society. This philosophy continues to be our foundation. Today, the university consists of four different faculties (Faculty of Business Administration and Corporate Culture, Faculty of Communication and Culture, Faculty of Tourism, Media, and Cultural Studies, and Faculty of Nursing) and one professional graduate school (Graduate School of Business). As you may have noticed, the oldest three faculties have included the word ‘culture’ in their name, demonstrating the university’s commitment to promoting diversity and equality in our community since its foundation date up to the present day. We believe that understanding different cultures and values, and comprehending how different cultures and communities address the same issues, always widens our perspective and stimulates discussions that power rigorous inquiry into our traditional values and cultures. The university welcomes students from other countries and cultures who bring to the campus direct contact with the rich heritage of their home countries. In return the university is eager to provide Japanese opportunities and culture.