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20 Best Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture Programs in Japan

20 Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture courses are taught at 11 universities in Japan, typically lasting 4 years. The list starts with courses at Teikyo Heisei University, Kanagawa University and Utsunomiya University.

1Bachelor's Degree
TH Teikyo Heisei University logo
#56 in Japan Japan

Faculty of Liberal Arts

Teikyo Heisei University — The Faculty of Liberal Arts at Teikyo Heisei University provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary education that nurtures students’ critical thinking, communication,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
2Bachelor's Degree
KU Kanagawa University logo
#119 in Japan Japan

Stream of Urban and Life Design

Kanagawa University — The Stream of Urban and Life Design at Kanagawa University explores the intricate relationship between urban environments and the quality of life they offer. This course...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
4Bachelor's Degree
AG Aoyama Gakuin University logo
#130 in Japan Japan

Department of Cultural and Creative Studies

Aoyama Gakuin University — The Bachelor's Degree in Cultural and Creative Studies at Aoyama Gakuin University offers a comprehensive exploration of the rich tapestry of culture and the arts within...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
5Bachelor's Degree
MU Musashi University logo
#210 in Japan Japan

Information and Social Design

Musashi University — The Bachelor's Degree in Information and Social Design at Musashi University offers a unique interdisciplinary approach that integrates principles of design, technology,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
6Bachelor's Degree
IC International Christian University logo
#251 in Japan Japan

ART AND CULTURAL HERITAGE

International Christian University — The Bachelor's Degree in Art and Cultural Heritage at International Christian University is designed to explore the profound relationship between art and the communities...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
7Bachelor's Degree
TU Temple University Japan logo
#299 in Japan Japan

Art

Temple University Japan — The Bachelor's Degree in Art at Temple University Japan provides students with a comprehensive understanding of artistic principles, techniques, and contemporary practice...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
11Bachelor's Degree
WW Wayo Women's University logo
#391 in Japan Japan

Calligraphy

Wayo Women's University — The Calligraphy program in the Japanese Literature and Culture department focuses on theory and practice through study of calligraphy history and writing theory, plus ski...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
14Bachelor's Degree
KC Kanazawa College of Art logo
#470 in Japan Japan

Craft

Kanazawa College of Art — Craft at Kanazawa College of Art is a bachelor’s program in Craft. In the early part of the program, students study traditional techniques and materials, with a focus on...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
16Bachelor's Degree
KC Kanazawa College of Art logo
#470 in Japan Japan

Industrial Design

Kanazawa College of Art — Industrial Design at Kanazawa College of Art trains students to design and develop products for social needs. The program covers design for everyday items and furniture,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
17Bachelor's Degree
KC Kanazawa College of Art logo
#470 in Japan Japan

Japanese Painting

Kanazawa College of Art — The Japanese Painting course at Kanazawa College of Art develops studio skills in Japanese painting through work in precision drawing and classical painting copying, then...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
18Bachelor's Degree
KC Kanazawa College of Art logo
#470 in Japan Japan

Oil Painting

Kanazawa College of Art — Students study Oil Painting within the Faculty of Fine Arts at Kanazawa College of Art. The program teaches basic principles in shaping arts and instruction in advanced o...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
19Bachelor's Degree
KC Kanazawa College of Art logo
#470 in Japan Japan

Sculpture

Kanazawa College of Art — The Sculpture programme at Kanazawa College of Art focuses on learning and pursuing principles of form through natural observation, and on touching materials to bring out...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture

How these courses are ranked

Below them, universities follow their research output: Teikyo Heisei University is cited most (1,500,380 citations).

What the courses look like

The usual length is 4 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Kanazawa College of Art offers the widest choice, with 7 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture in Japan?

Teikyo Heisei University (#56 in Japan), Kanagawa University (#119 in Japan) and Utsunomiya University (#129 in Japan) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture course take in Japan?

Most listed courses run 4 years.

When do Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture courses start in Japan?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Bachelor's Arts, Design & Architecture courses in Japan?

Kanazawa College of Art, with 7, ahead of Wayo Women's University (3).

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