Campus Life

Being able to study at Kumamoto Gakuen University is something I will forever be grateful for. It has taught me so much, and my experience living and studying here are lively, rich and full. The staff at International Office are extremely kind and welcoming, and they organize events which involve exchange students with the university, its local students and staff and the Kumamoto environment right away. I love Kumamoto city; it’s got a bustling centre with quiet outskirts, and a great castle overlooking it all. It allows for a true experience of japan and its culture; both old and new. There is so much to discover and see here, and Japanese culture is one so deep and intriguing that one will never reach its bottom. I strongly believe that an exchange program in Kumamoto will bring huge changes to one who takes the journey, and will help enhance their lives in many ways during and afterward.

I really enjoyed my one year in Kumamoto as an exchange student at KGU. Being born and raised in the big city, I didn’t have much chance to admire the beauty of nature. Kumamoto has the most amazing nature filled with mountains, waterfalls and paddy fields. During my stay in Kumamoto, I got to experience a lot of Japanese traditional customs and cultural festivals.
The classes at KGU are held by the most excellent, inspiring and dedicated teachers. We were often encouraged to speak our mind and share our own opinions which really helped me with understanding different cultures and perspectives.
My everyday life at the KGU International Residence was also very enjoyable, full of laughter and heartwarming memories. The people in the dorm were extremely friendly and supportive; we helped each other with language learning and everyday problems.
The International Office and the Residence Staff are beyond kind and helpful. They constantly check in to make sure you have the best experience during your stay in Kumamoto.
I was able to make a lot of precious memories and had valuable experiences during my time studying in Kumamoto. Choosing KGU as a place to study abroad is a decision I’ll never regret. KGU really has become my second home.

After a couple of years of studying Japanese, I finally got accepted as a full-time student at two Japanese universities. KGU and a university in Tokyo were my choices. Choosing where to go was easy. Kumamoto is a much nicer place to live than Tokyo. It is less stressful, the people here are really friendly, and Kumamoto food is very delicious.
Coming to KGU is one of the best decisions I've made in my life. I've met amazing friends here so far, and because there aren't too many foreign students, I feel like it is more of a Japanese university experience than if I had chosen Tokyo. The support I've been getting from this school is great, and any problem, big or small, is solved super quickly. KGU is an absolutely fantastic place, and I highly recommend coming here!

Studying at KGU was a very special experience for me. The campus is small but beautiful with all the trees. There are also lots of places to eat on campus or nearby. The teachers care a lot about their students and try to show us interesting places which will teach us something about Japanese culture. We can always depend on the friendly staff of the Office of International Esucation to help us with issues that might come up. They also inform us about local events!
Kumamoto is a lovely place to live because you can enjoy the benefits of a smaller city: the surrounding nature as well as shopping malls or karaoke. The people here are very friendly and there are lots of opportunities to make new friends, e.g. going to the language exchange meetings at Freshness Burger on Wednesdays or simply attending the welcome parties held at KGU.

Studying at Kumamoto Gakuen University made it possible for me to make new friends from all over the world. The people in Kumamoto are very kind and helpful. You can find your warmest friends here and live a peaceful life. Kumamoto is not as busy as Tokyo. It is a small city full of love.

You can learn anything you want to learn here and the teachers will give you the best support. The friends in the dormitory are also friendly and easygoing. We played together, studied together and had parties together. The university also planned a lot of interesting activities and events for us to learn more about Japanese culture. If you want to experience this kind of peaceful life, then come here.

I chose Kumamoto because it’s not a huge city like Tokyo or Osaka so the cost of living is not too high. Kumamoto City is easy to live in. If you want to enjoy country life and beautiful nature, Kumamoto is the best choice for you.

As an international student in KGU, you can gain not only knowledge but also new friends and new experiences. I entered the Green Philharmonic Orchestra and had a chance to play violin with other Japanese friends. In KGU I had many chances to do things that I loved and also be supported very well by the Office of International Education. New beginnings, new friends, and new experiences are waiting for you here in KGU.