Student Accommodation near Hitotsubashi University Chiyoda Campus

Hitotsubashi University, founded in 1875, is one of Japan's leading national research universities specialising in the humanities and social sciences. The university's main campus is located in Kokuritachi, Tokyo, and it also has a Kodaira International Campus and a Chiyoda Campus. The university has four faculties: Commerce, Economics, Law, and Sociology. Hitotsubashi University is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world by the QS World University Rankings for Social Sciences and Management, and has one of the highest levels of internationalization among Japanese national universities, with an international student ratio of 10%, and some of its degrees, such as the Master's Degree in International Corporate Strategies, are taught in English.

 

Known internationally as the "Harvard of Asia". Hitotsubashi University utilises an elite education model, with a teacher-student ratio of approximately 1:10, and close interaction between students and faculty. This high quality of education is supported by a well-established housing system that includes on-campus dormitories and student accommodation near Hitotsubashi University, as well as convenient facilities nearby. Hitotsubashi University has a 98% employment rate for graduates, most of whom are active in politics and business, including former Japanese Prime Minister Masayoshi Ohira and Toyota Motor founder Risaburo Toyoda.

Hitotsubashi University offers two on-campus housing options for international students and exchange students: the International House and the International Student Dormitory. The International House is located within the National West Campus and offers single rooms and shared rooms with kitchens and bathrooms. The utilities of these residence halls are partially included. The International Student Dormitory is located in Kodaira City, about 30 minutes from the campus. It offers single rooms, couples' rooms, and family rooms, with Japanese student counsellors to help with living. Although on-campus dormitories are convenient and safe, space is limited and strict rules apply.

 

In contrast, student accommodation near Hitotsubashi University at uhomes.com offers more freedom and privacy. There are no access restrictions, and modern amenities are prepared well for students seeking an independent living experience. Our Hitotsubashi University apartments can offer students more flexibility to explore Tokyo life and enjoy the abundance of dining and convenient transportation in the surrounding area.

The best student accommodations near Hitotsubashi University can provide students with convenient commuting, perfect living facilities and a comfortable living environment. The time you save on commuting can be put to use in your studies and research. uhomes.com offers Hitotsubashi University student accommodations that not only come with gyms, laundry rooms, high-speed internet, and sound-proofed study rooms, but also have 24-hour security and maintenance services, so that you can live and study with peace of mind. You can also meet a lot of like-minded friends, and communicate with them to study and share information. Below are recommendations for the best student accommodation near Hitotsubashi University.

 

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The cost of living at Hitotsubashi University averagely ranges from ¥106,800 to ¥135,800 per month, including rent, food, transportation, utilities and other items. Although the cost of living in Kunitachi, where Hitotsubashi University is located, is slightly lower than that in Tokyo city centre, it is still very important for students studying away from home to plan their daily spending reasonably. The following are the details of the cost of living at Hitotsubashi University.

 

Hitotsubashi University residence hall: ¥49,300-¥60,000 per month

Student accommodation near Hitotsubashi University: ¥40,000 to ¥80,000 per month

The transportation system near Hitotsubashi University is well established and extremely convenient, with subways, streetcars, campus buses, bicycles and walking as the main means of getting around. Living in Hitotsubashi University student apartments offered by uhomes.com, you can get to campus in just a few short minutes on foot. No matter where you want to go from our Hitotsubashi University student houses, you can easily switch to the most suitable mode of transportation at the nearby transportation hubs and enjoy a convenient travel experience.

 

Kunitachi Station is the closest station of the JR Chuo Line to Hitotsubashi University, with a 10-minute walking distance. The station connects Kunitachi with major Tokyo stations like Shinjuku and Tokyo, facilitating students' travel from the Hitotsubashi University student accommodation to other destinations.

 

Hitotsubashi University student accommodation offers convenient ways to Tokyo's two major airports, including Narita Airport and Haneda Airport. You can take the direct bus departing from Tachikawa Station to Narita Airport. If you want to go to Haneda Airport, the most cost-effective option is to take the JR Chuo Line to Shinagawa Station and transfer directly to the Keikyu Line.

Hitotsubashi University emphasises elite education, with each class lasting approximately 105 minutes. There are open study rooms for self-study and interaction. Hitotsubashi University offers a diverse range of clubs, including traditional Kendo and Debate Clubs, as well as newer organisations such as the Entrepreneurship Association and International Student Exchange Groups. Through these clubs, students can expand their professional networks and cultivate their interests. Additionally, special booths are set up on campus during the festival. For example, students of the Graduate School of Law sell homemade steamed dumplings, demonstrating the interesting fusion of academics and life.

 

The surrounding area of Hitotsubashi University is quiet and convenient. Shopping is centered around a large food supermarket, Robia, which offers affordable fruits and vegetables, snacks, and prepared foods; next door is a Sundrug drugstore, where you can buy toiletries and storage items at one stop; and upstairs is a Seria 100-yen store, which is known for its cost-effective daily necessities. The National Eki-eki shopping district is within walking distance and offers a wide range of dining options, including KOHIKAN, a café popular with students, and Xiaoxiao, a budget-friendly izakaya (Japanese-style pub). Tachikawa City is a 10-minute train ride from Hitotsubashi University, where you can see many large shopping centres, including LUMINE and Isetan. On weekends, you can spend about 30 minutes getting to Shinjuku, Shibuya, and other busy areas in Tokyo from student accommodations near Hitotsubashi University, making it easy for students to experience the multiculturalism of the metropolis.

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