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Study art and design in Japan

Universities and colleges in Japan recorded as teaching art and design, with the levels they teach and what a year of study costs.

Includes Fine art, graphic design, fashion, interior design

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These places carry the subject in their own name. Check each one’s course page before you apply.

Subjects we can show you in Japan

Business and management 24Computing and software 5Engineering 79Medicine and health 114Nursing and midwifery 28Law 3Social sciences 1Education and teaching 4Natural sciences 2Mathematics and statistics 1Economics and finance 12Art and design 25Music and performing arts 17Architecture and built environment 1Agriculture and environment 30Hospitality and tourism 2Languages and literature 13Sport and exercise science 8
Any level FoundationBachelor'sMaster'sDoctorateShort courses

25 institutions recorded as teaching this in Japan.

Order: Universities first, then most programmes or graduates in this field A to Z

Institutions

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Studying in Japan at a glance

Tuition a year
JPY 535,800 to JPY 643,000
Living costs a month
JPY 105,000 to JPY 105,000
First year, all in, from
EUR 10,200
Work during term
28 hours a week
Stay to work after
1 year

Official figures, checked 2026-09-24. Tuition for art and design can differ from the country average.

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Questions students ask

How much does it cost to study art and design in Japan?

Tuition for international students runs from JPY 535,800 to JPY 643,000 a year, and living costs from JPY 105,000 a month. With the visa fee, a first year starts at about EUR 10,200. Fees for art and design can be higher than the average; check the course page.

Can I work while I study in Japan?

Yes, up to 28 hours a week during term on a student visa, and more in the holidays where the rules allow.

Can I stay and work in Japan after I graduate?

Yes: Designated Activities (job hunting) gives you 1 year.

Scholarships to study art and design, by nationality

Government scholarships open to your passport, with deadlines and the official pages. Many accept any subject: check each scheme.

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