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University of Tokyo to Shift Classes to English by 2026

11/6/2025

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The University of Tokyo's Graduate School of Engineering will conduct all classes in English beginning in 2026.
The policy affects both exchange and domestic students by shifting instruction to English.
The plan has sparked online debate, with critics saying the shift is unfair because many Japanese students study in Japanese and may struggle with English.
Concerns also focus on faculty readiness to teach advanced subjects in a non-native language.

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Story summary

The University of Tokyo's Graduate School of Engineering will conduct all classes in English beginning in 2026.
The policy affects both exchange and domestic students by shifting instruction to English.
The plan has sparked online debate, with critics saying the shift is unfair because many Japanese students study in Japanese and may struggle with English.
Concerns also focus on faculty readiness to teach advanced subjects in a non-native language.