OpenFieldTokai University is one of Japan's largest and most prestigious private research universities, celebrated for its aerospace innovations, championship solar car team, oceanographic research fleet, and comprehensive medical school.
Founded by Dr. Shigeyoshi Matsumae in 1942, Tokai University operates flagship campuses in Shonan (Hiratsuka, Kanagawa), Tokyo (Yoyogi and Takanawa), and Shizuoka (School of Marine Science and Technology). Tokai is internationally famed for its Tokai Challenger solar vehicle victories at the World Solar Challenge in Australia, its university-owned research vessel Bosei Maru, and cutting-edge engineering laboratories in robotics, semiconductors, and aeronautics.
International applicants to undergraduate programs must hold a secondary school diploma, JLPT N2 or N1 (or IELTS 6.0+ for select English-medium courses), academic transcripts, and personal statement. Graduate programs in Science and Technology require a recognized bachelor's or master's degree, a detailed research plan, and supervisor agreement. Tokai University General Scholarship and MEXT allocations provide extensive financial support.
Four-year prestigious aerospace curriculum covering aerodynamics, spacecraft propulsion, orbital mechanics, flight control avionics, and composite materials design at the Shonan campus.
Comprehensive engineering degree with hands-on labs in solar cell engineering, electric vehicle motor drives, semiconductor electronics, and high-voltage power transmission.
Pioneering marine science program conducted at Shimizu campus and aboard the university research vessel Bosei Maru, studying deep-sea ecosystems, physical oceanography, and marine conservation.
Cutting-edge curriculum located at the Takanawa (Tokyo) campus covering deep learning, autonomous driving systems, computer vision, data science, and cloud software engineering.
Two-year research master's degree investigating solar vehicle powertrains, nano-micro electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced composites, and optical communication.
Three-year doctoral curriculum fostering independent scientific innovators in aeronautics, power electronics, ocean technology, and intelligent autonomous robotics.
Established by the Tokai University Educational System to support high-achieving international undergraduate and graduate scholars pursuing engineering and science degrees.
Professor of Electrical Engineering & Director of Tokai Solar Car Project · Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Prof. Dr. Kimura is the renowned director of Tokai University's world-champion solar car team, pioneering ultra-efficient silicon and gallium arsenide solar cell arrays and high-capacity battery telemetry.
View research profile ↗Professor of Aeronautics and Spacecraft Propulsion · Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Prof. Dr. Sano investigates microwave discharge ion thrusters, Hall effect thrusters for small satellites, and plasma plume interaction dynamics for deep space exploration.
View research profile ↗Professor of Mechanical Engineering and MEMS · Department of Mechanical Engineering
Prof. Dr. Tsuchiya develops microfluidic diagnostic chips, piezoelectric micro-actuators, and biocompatible micro-sensors for non-invasive medical monitoring and cellular analysis.
View research profile ↗Professor of Information Science and Intelligent Systems · Department of Information Science
Prof. Dr. Tanaka explores tactile sensing displays, vibrotactile feedback for teleoperated surgical robotics, and immersive virtual reality training interfaces for medical professionals.
View research profile ↗University profile compiled from official Tokai University academic bulletins and institutional directories reviewed on 2026-10-15. OpenField is an independent research guide.