🎯 Who is this for?
Applicants who plan to study in Japan for the first time and have not been enrolled in any school or educational program for over five years.
📝 Step-by-step Instructions
1. Explain Why You Want to Return to Study
Clearly describe:
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Your current work or career situation.
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Why you want to stop or pause your career to study again.
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What motivated you to pursue education at this time in your life.
✅ Example:
“I have been working as a software engineer since graduating from university in 2016. However, I realized that to advance in the field of AI development, I need deeper academic training. That is why I decided to return to school in 2025.”
2. Describe Your Study or Research Plan
Write about:
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Why you chose this specific school or program.
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What academic field or skill you want to study.
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If you’re applying to a university or vocational school, explain your research theme or area of focus.
✅ Example:
“I chose XX University for its strong reputation in robotics engineering. I plan to focus my research on human-robot interaction, a topic that aligns with both my previous work and future goals.”
3. Explain Your Career Plans After Graduation
Describe:
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What job or career you hope to pursue after completing your studies.
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How the program or research you plan to do in Japan will help you achieve that.
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If relevant, how your research theme connects to your future career.
✅ Example:
“After graduating, I plan to work for a global robotics company, applying the skills and knowledge I gained in Japan. My research on user-friendly robot design will directly contribute to this goal.”
4. Follow These Writing Guidelines
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Language: Use your native language or a language you are fluent in.
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Length: Your answer can be up to 4000 characters.
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Style: Use full sentences and organize your writing into logical paragraphs.
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Translation: If you need help translating your response, please consult your school coordinator.
💡 FAQs / Tips
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Do I need to explain my work history?
Briefly, yes. Focus on why now is the right time to return to study. -
What if my previous field is different from my study plan?
That’s okay—just explain the reason for the change and how your past experience still supports your new goal. -
Will a long gap hurt my application?
Not if you give a clear, thoughtful reason for returning to study and show strong motivation.
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