2025.11.4-9
From November 4 (Tue.) to November 9 (Sun.), 2025, the University of Tsukuba carried out Study-in-Japan fairs, university/high school visits, and corporate presentations in Colombia and Peru as part of the Global Network Project Study in Japan (South America Regional Office). All venues recorded participation well beyond last year, clearly demonstrating the growing interest in studying in Japan among students and guardians in South America.
Colombia (Bogotá)
The Study-in-Japan fair held on November 5 at the Japan Center of Los Andes University welcomed approximately 350 students, and the venue was filled with enthusiasm throughout the event.
At the high school visits on the previous day (The English School / Gran Bretaña School), many questions were raised regarding Japanese university programs and scholarship systems, showing that more students are now considering Japan as one of their future academic options.
During the opening remarks, a representative from Los Andes University stated that “higher education in Japan provides great potential for career development,” expressing expectations for the development of educational exchanges between South America and Japan.
On November 7, a mini Study-in-Japan fair was held at Pontifical Catholic University of Peru (PUCP), one of the top universities in Peru, welcoming approximately 300 participants.
Due to the unexpectedly high turnout, additional chairs were arranged, and some participants stood during the session, demonstrating the high level of enthusiasm of the attendees.
On November 8, the Study-in-Japan fair welcomed approximately 250 visitors during the event Japan Cultural Week held inside the Peruvian Japanese Association (APJ).
On the following day, November 9, the main Study-in-Japan fair at APJ welcomed approximately between 750 to 800 students and guardians, recording the largest scale among all events during this visit. Participation included the wider range of organizations in our Study in Japan Fair such as PRONABEC (National Scholarship Agency in Peru), the Embassy of Japan in Peru, JICA, Japan Foundation, the Peruvian-Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and APJ’s Japanese language course division, which provided presentations and booth consultations covering a broad range of themes related to studying in Japan, scholarships, and career support.
A symbolic episode reflecting the strong interest in Study in Japan was reported at the venue:
An uncle attended the fair on behalf of his niece living in MALA, about 100 km away from Lima, who could not participate due to transportation issues, and he earnestly collected information regarding studying in Japan. Local staff introduced this case as a representative example that shows the high level of interest in the fair.
Corporate Presentations and Industry–Academia Collaborations
At the corporate presentations conducted on site, industry professionals explained the relationship between studying in Japan and future career development from a practical perspective.
In Colombia, Ms. Heidi Muñoz (Toyota Tsusho de Colombia), Mr. Andres Osorio (Marubeni-Itochu Steel), and Mr. Juan Francisco Vega Baquero (Toyota Colombia Automotive) made presentations on the strengths of graduates with experience in Japan and the skills that companies seek.
In Peru, Ms. Gisselle Isa (Mitsubishi Perú) and Mr. Augusto Miranda (Panasonic Perú) introduced the characteristics of human resources valued by Japanese companies and the potential of career development that connects South America and Japan.
Summary of Participation
Colombia
- November 4 – High school visits: approx. 50 students
- November 5 – Los Andes University: approx. 350 students
Peru
- November 7 – PUCP: approx. 300 participants
- November 8 – APJ (AELU Festival): approx. 250 participants
- November 9 – APJ Main Fair: approx. 750-800 participants
Consultation booths remained busy throughout the events, with many students continuing on to subsequent sessions holding informational materials. These results show that the recognition, expectations, and enthusiasm for studying in Japan are steadily increasing among young people in South America.
The University of Tsukuba will continue to collaborate with local educational institutions, embassies, Japanese companies, and government scholarship agencies to further promote Study in Japan opportunities and support students in the South American region.
