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3 Best Master's Law Universities in Japan

Teikyo Heisei University leads the 3 Master's Law universities in Japan on research impact (1,472,568 citations). Aoyama Gakuin University (#130 in Japan) and Ryukoku University (#166 in Japan) complete the top three. Across the whole list there are 4 courses to choose from.

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How these universities are ranked

The rest are ordered by research impact. Teikyo Heisei University has the largest research record in this group, with 1,472,568 citations and an h-index of 345.

Public, private and where they are

The split is 3 public to 0 private institutions.

Inside the course list

The usual length is 1–2 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). Aoyama Gakuin University offers the widest choice, with 2 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Master's Law in Japan?

Teikyo Heisei University (#56 in Japan), Aoyama Gakuin University (#130 in Japan) and Ryukoku University (#166 in Japan) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How many public universities offer Master's Law in Japan?

3 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a Master's Law course take in Japan?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years.

When do Master's Law 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 Master's Law courses in Japan?

Aoyama Gakuin University, with 2, ahead of Teikyo Heisei University (1).

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