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Daito Bunka University

ยท Public University

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Daito Bunka University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Daito Bunka University is a Japanese university that focuses primarily on cultural arts and humanities. It suits students who want those subjects and are also interested in a campus environment with a strong sports profile.

  2. What you can study

    Daito Bunka University focuses primarily on cultural arts and humanities. It is also known for calligraphy, and it teaches Arabic and Urdu. The programme catalogue is not otherwise published, so confirm the current subjects and degree options on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the official website for the current application route, entry requirements, documents, and deadlines. Because the university does not publish a detailed admissions guide in the information available here, confirm any language requirements, visa-related documents, and programme-specific conditions directly with admissions.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Tokyo or Saitama will depend on your housing, transport, and daily spending, so check your budget before applying.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university does not state the language of instruction in the information available here, so confirm that before you apply. If you are moving from abroad, check the programme language, visa steps, housing options, and whether your chosen subject is offered at the campus you want to attend.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, and Daito Bunka stands out for its focus on cultural arts and humanities rather than for a broad general profile. Its sports reputation and the rare teaching of Arabic and Urdu make it different from many other options in the country, especially for students who want a narrower subject focus.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Daito Bunka University

What kind of university is Daito Bunka University?

It is a university in Japan with a focus on cultural arts and humanities.

Where is Daito Bunka University located?

It has two campuses: one in Itabashi, Tokyo, and one in Higashi Matsuyama, Saitama, Japan.

What subjects is it known for?

It is known for calligraphy and for teaching Arabic and Urdu.

What is it known for in sports?

It is known for its sports programme, especially rugby and distance running.

Overview

Daito Bunka University is a private university with two campuses: one at Itabashi in Tokyo and the other at Higashi Matsuyama in Saitama, Japan. The university is known for its sports program, which is renowned in rugby and distance running, with the Ekiden (้ง…ไผ; ใˆใใงใ‚“, relay road race) team coming fourth in the prestigious January 2009 New Year Hakone Ekiden. Daito Bunka focuses primarily on cultural arts and humanities. It is known as one of the top calligraphy schools in the nation and one of the few universities in Japan to teach Arabic and Urdu.

Programs at Daito Bunka University

1 programs across 1 study levels.

Master's Degree

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Japan.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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