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Doho University

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Doho University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Doho University is a university in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It suits students who want to study at a Japanese institution that includes Nagoya College of Music and has a Buddhist affiliation.

  2. What you can study

    Doho University includes Nagoya College of Music, also known locally as Meion. No full programme catalogue is published in the facts available, so confirm the current subjects and degree options on the university website.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the website for entry requirements, required documents, deadlines, and whether any programme-specific conditions apply. The university website is http://www.doho.ac.jp/.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish tuition fees in the information available, so confirm the current cost with the admissions office. Living costs in Nagoya will depend on housing, transport, and daily spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published, so confirm this before applying. Also check visa steps, document requirements, housing, and whether your chosen programme accepts international students.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, so Doho University sits within a large higher-education system. Its clearer distinctions are its location in Nagoya, its inclusion of Nagoya College of Music, and its affiliation with the Jōdo Shinshū sect of Buddhism.

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 — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Doho University

Where is Doho University located?

It is in Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.

What is the university’s website?

http://www.doho.ac.jp/

What affiliated college does it include?

It includes Nagoya College of Music, also known locally as Meion (名音).

What is the university affiliated with?

It is affiliated with the Jōdo Shinshū sect of Buddhism.

Overview

Doho University is a private university in Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The predecessor of the school was founded in 1826, and it was chartered in 1950. It includes the Nagoya College of Music, also known locally as Meion (名音). The university is affiliated with the Jōdo Shinshū sect of Buddhism.

Programs at Doho University

1 programs across 1 study levels.

Diploma

Diploma Social Sciences & Psychology

別科 仏教専修

Doho University

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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, bachelor’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 — verify with official sources before applying.

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