Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ), established in 1982, is a branch campus of Temple University offering the opportunity to study abroad for a semester, summer or the full academic year alongside degree-seeking Japanese, U.S., and international students from about 60 countries around the world. With such a diverse student body, you can expect a dynamic exchange of perspectives on current global issues, international relations, and aspects of traditional and popular culture. Outside of the classroom, you can take advantage of a full schedule of activities, events and workshops that expose you to new locations and various aspects of life in Japan. You can choose from TUJ's primary campus in Tokyo or Temple Japan's new satellite campus in Kyoto.
About Temple Japan
TUJ is led by Dean Matthew Wilson, who has a long history of dedication to Temple, beginning with his own experience studying abroad at Temple Japan as a student in Temple's law school. He returned to TUJ in 2003 as the Law Program Director and later became TUJ’s general counsel and senior associate dean. Following several years as president of multiple American universities, Dean Wilson returned to lead TUJ in 2020.
Dean Wilson is supported by a team of faculty and staff, including the Office of Student Services and Engagement, who collaborates closely with Education Abroad & Overseas Campuses to create an enriching experience for all students.
TUJ offers courses in a variety of academic disciplines across majors available at TUJ, including art, Asian studies, communication studies, computer science, economics, international affairs, international business studies, Japanese, political science, psychology and tourism, hospitality and event management, as well as GenEds and internships.
TUJ also offers a specialized architecture program (spring term in Kyoto).
Offerings vary by term and campus location. View more details about the Temple Japan-Tokyo and Temple Japan-Kyoto academic programs.
World Society GenEd Waiver: Temple students who successfully complete (with a C- or better) credit-bearing coursework worth at least three semester hours on this or any approved summer or semester study abroad program with a minimum stay abroad of 28-days will satisfy the World Society (GG) requirement.
Temple Faculty
Temple Japan is proud to have a faculty committed to providing you with the best academic experience during your time in Tokyo.
On-site Support
When you study at Temple Japan, you'll have the support of the caring staff of the campus, including a dedicated Office of Student Services and Engagement team (OSSE), Counseling Services, Learning Center, Accessibility Services, Career Development, and more.
Staying healthy and safe abroad requires good planning and strong support. Review our health and safety page for important steps to prepare to study abroad, and details about international travel medical insurance and assistance provided by Temple.
Japan is a relatively safe destination with little crime. Quality medical care is available, but it's important to understand cultural differences, especially related to mental health matters in Japan. TUJ has a Counseling Office, which often operates with a waitlist, and teletherapy is available through our global assistance provider, but additional English-speaking mental health care may be limited. We will provide accepted students with more information and resources, and TUJ's counseling office provides information about bringing medications into Japan. We encourage you to speak with Education Abroad or our global assistance provider if you have any questions.
For more information, contact:
Education Abroad: [click-for-email]; 215.204.0720
