Study Physics in Japan

19 programmes in physics at 9 universities in Japan are open to international students; 100% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition is 3,372 USD, with the middle half of programmes charging between 3,372 USD and 3,372 USD.

Data as of August 27, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD

Physics programmes

19 programmes

Physics in Japan by degree level

Degree Programmes 25th percentile Median tuition / yr 75th percentile
Bachelor's 1
Master's 11 3,372 USD 3,372 USD 3,372 USD
PhD 7 3,325 USD 3,372 USD 3,372 USD

Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.

Universities for physics in Japan

Study Physics in Japan: common questions

How many physics programmes are there in Japan?
19 physics programmes at 9 universities in Japan are open to international students, as of August 27, 2026.
How much does a physics degree in Japan cost?
The median yearly tuition for master's programmes in physics in Japan is 3,372 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 3,372 USD and 3,372 USD per year.
Can I study physics in Japan in English?
Yes — 100% of the physics programmes in Japan in our catalogue are taught in English (19 of 19).

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