The Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) has released its official framework for the 2027 Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU). This standardized test evaluates academic competency and Japanese language skills for foreign students planning to enter undergraduate degree programs at universities and higher education institutions in Japan. Applicants inside Japan and at overseas testing sites must pay close attention to application deadlines, exam administration dates, and localized fee structures.
Detailed specifications regarding exam requirements and regional administration can be found on the JASSO 2027 EJU Guidelines portal.
What is the EJU and who needs to take it?
The EJU is administered by JASSO alongside the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and participating academic institutions. It serves as an entrance evaluation tool specifically designed for foreign candidates seeking undergraduate admission in Japan.
Examinees can complete the test in either Japanese or English, depending on what their targeted university department requires. However, the Japanese as a Foreign Language component is supplied exclusively in Japanese. Aside from the written portion of the Japanese test, all subject evaluations feature a multiple-choice format.
What are the EJU 2027 exam dates and application deadlines?
JASSO conducts the EJU twice per calendar year. Applicants should carefully schedule their preparations around these two sessions:
- 1st Session: Exam Date: Sunday, June 20, 2027.
- Application window (Japan & Overseas): February 15, 2027 (Monday) until March 11, 2027 (Thursday) at 5:00 p.m. JST.
- Examination vouchers dispatched in Japan (tentative): May 21, 2027 (Friday).
- Score reporting (tentative): July 27, 2027 (Tuesday).
- 2nd Session: Exam Date: Sunday, November 14, 2027.
- Application window (Japan & Overseas): July 12, 2027 (Monday) until August 5, 2027 (Thursday) at 5:00 p.m. JST.
- Examination vouchers dispatched in Japan (tentative): October 22, 2027 (Friday).
- Score reporting (tentative): December 21, 2027 (Tuesday).
Within Japan, testing takes place in regions including Hokkaido, Miyagi, Gunma, Saitama, Chiba, Tokyo, Kanagawa, Ishikawa/Toyama/Fukui, Shizuoka, Aichi, Kyoto/Shiga, Osaka, Hyogo, Okayama/Hiroshima, Kochi, Fukuoka, and Okinawa. Overseas test centers operate in select cities across Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Philippines, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.
How much does the EJU cost in Japan and overseas?
Exam fees depend on the location of the examination venue and the number of subjects chosen by the applicant:
- Japan: JPY 13,000 (tax included) for 1 subject; JPY 25,000 (tax included) for 2 or 3 subjects.
- Taiwan: TWD 1,800 for 1 subject; TWD 3,500 for 2 or 3 subjects.
- Republic of Korea: KRW 75,000 for 1 subject; KRW 140,000 for 2 or 3 subjects.
- Hong Kong: HKD 700 for 1 subject; HKD 1,300 for 2 or 3 subjects.
- Other Locations: India (INR 1,300), Indonesia (IDR 210,000), Malaysia (MYR 120), Mongolia (MNT 100,000), Myanmar (USD 20), Philippines (PHP 1,320), Singapore (SGD 110), Sri Lanka (LKR 4,800), Thailand (THB 600), and Vietnam (VTD 430,000).
Which test subjects and languages should candidates select?
Candidates must verify which specific tests their target university demands before submitting their choices. The available subject areas include:
- Japanese as a Foreign Language (125 minutes): Covers Reading Comprehension, Listening/Listening-Reading (scored 0-400), and Writing (scored 0-50).
- Science (80 minutes): Scored 0-200. Examinees pick two sub-fields among Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Japan and the World (80 minutes): Scored 0-200. Focuses on liberal arts, logical reasoning, and critical thinking.
- Mathematics (80 minutes): Scored 0-200. Applicants choose Course 1 (liberal arts or programs needing lower math proficiency) or Course 2 (advanced mathematics).
Note that applicants cannot take both Science and the Japan and the World test in the same session.
What happens after submitting the EJU application?
Once an application is successfully submitted, admission vouchers are issued according to the scheduled distribution dates. Upon receiving score reports, registered Japanese universities can consult JASSO directly to confirm examinee results during their admissions procedures. Candidates planning to study in Japan must independently handle visa processes and confirm specific entry criteria with official embassy or university channels, as test registration alone does not determine visa status.
Finding a place to stay
When preparing to take entrance examinations or starting university studies in Japan, arranging suitable temporary living space is an important step. International candidates often organize their accommodation after confirming test locations or once their visa arrangements progress prior to arrival in Japan. Having flexible living arrangements allows students to focus entirely on exam preparation without committing to long-term leases immediately. For candidates residing in or moving to Tokyo, OHAYO Stay offers furnished monthly apartments and rooms in Tokyo. Booking is hassle-free as there is no guarantor, no key money and no agency fee; booking is online with a passport or ID and a credit card. Additionally, groups, longer stays and students can ask for a quote; a special price is often possible.