Japan · Master's · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Master of Arts in Buddhist Studies & Zen Philosophy

Immersion into Rinzai Zen monastic doctrine, Koan meditation texts, early medieval Japanese thought, and comparative East Asian philosophy.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree in humanities, philosophy, or religion
English language proficiency: JLPT N1 or N2
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Research prospectus and summary of undergraduate graduation thesis
Recommendation letters: Two academic recommendations

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Myoshin-ji temple heritage bursaries available
Application fee: ¥35,000 screening fee
Tuition / joining costs: ¥740,000 per academic year

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Facts reflect official Hanazono University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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