1. Campus Life
Most classes are held in Center Building No. 5, located in the Center Zone of the Ito Campus. Free Wi-Fi is available, and the building also has a lounge where students can relax and spend time freely.
In addition, the Ito Campus offers a wide range of facilities, including cafeterias offering reasonably priced meals for lunch and dinner, the Central Library, built in 2018, and training rooms for exercise and fitness activities.
Kyushu University Ito Campus Guidebook
Building of Center Zone 5
Central Library
2. Academic Support
2-1. Academic Support Services
For JLCC students, faculty members of the International Student Center serve as course coordinators and provide individual and group academic guidance and support, mainly in academic matters.
In addition, consultations regarding daily life and cross-cultural adjustment are addressed as needed through collaboration among course coordinators, program staff, and faculty members specializing in international student support.
3. Daily Life Support
3-1. Support for Daily Life
Kyushu University provides various forms of support for international students and researchers coming to Japan from overseas, helping them smoothly begin their studies and research activities in Japan. This support is available even before their arrival and includes assistance with procedures such as visa applications.
For further details, please refer to the website below.
3-2. Support by Japanese Students
To support international students at the student level, the program provides student staff members (Support Desk) who assist with administrative procedures and offer guidance on daily life, especially during the periods immediately after arrival in Japan and before and after returning home.
Furthermore, each international student is assigned a student volunteer to facilitate daily life support, language exchange opportunities, and interaction with Japanese students. Through these initiatives, the program creates an environment that enables international students to enjoy a smooth and rewarding campus life.
3-3. Accommodation
JLCC students can stay in international student dormitories on the Ito Campus during their period of enrollment.
Each room is fully furnished and equipped with the facilities necessary for daily life, including a private bathroom and toilet, desk, bookshelf, bed, wardrobe, refrigerator, and air conditioner.
Residence Facilities’ Addresses and Contact Information
Dormitory Ⅰ
674, Kuwabara, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka, 819-0382
Tel: +81-92-807-7188
Dormitory Ⅱ
674, Kuwabara, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka, 819-0382
Tel: +81-92-806-6841
Dormitory Ⅲ
674, Kuwabara, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka, 819-0382
Tel: +81-92-807-7072
Kyosokan (Ito Harmony House)
522, Kuwabara, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka, 819-0382
Tel: +81-92-806-5779
External Appearance of Building
Interior of the Dormitories
4. Living Cost
Living costs in Fukuoka City are generally lower than those in major cities such as Tokyo and Osaka. Estimated monthly living expenses in Fukuoka City are approximately as follows.
- Dormitory Room Rent
JPY 16,500–25,500 (depending on the dormitory room) - Dormitory Upkeep
JPY 4,500 - Utilities (Water & Electricity)
JPY 15,000 (varies depending on usage) - Food
JPY 30,000 (individual spending habits may vary. Lunch at the school cafeteria costs approximately JPY 400, and students typically prepare their own breakfast and dinner at the dormitory.) - Local Transportation
JPY 10,000 (individual spending habits may vary) - Books and Supplies
JPY 5,000 (instructors typically provide reading materials in class) - Internet Service
JPY 3,500 - Health Insurance
JPY 2,000 - Personal Expenses
JPY 20,000 (individual spending habits may vary)
In addition, the following expenses will be required immediately after arriving in Japan.
- Dormitory Room Deposit
JPY 30,000 - Half-year Futon Rental
JPY 5,500 - Internet Set-up
JPY 10,000 - Emergency Security Plan
JPY 1,000 (valid for one year)
5. Health and Counseling Services
Kyushu University has established the Center for Health Sciences and Counseling (CHC) to provide international students with health and psychological support services.
The Center offers health consultations, as well as counseling and support for psychological and academic concerns.