AI / Machine Learning Master's Programs in Japan (2027)
AI / Machine Learning Master's programs at top Japanese universities run 2 years and are among Asia's most cost-effective routes to high-quality STEM research. Combined with MEXT scholarship or a foundation scholarship plus tuition waiver, most international students complete their Master's at zero out-of-pocket cost.
Matching programs (10)
AI / Machine Learning at The University of Tokyo
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at The University of Tokyo: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Kyoto University
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Kyoto University: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Osaka University
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Osaka University: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Tohoku University
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Tohoku University: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Nagoya University
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Nagoya University: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Hokkaido University
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Hokkaido University: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Kyushu University
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Kyushu University: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Institute of Science Tokyo
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Institute of Science Tokyo: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Nara Institute of Science and Technology
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Nara Institute of Science and Technology: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost?
National universities ¥535,800/year (about $3,600 USD). Private universities ¥1.0–1.8M/year. OIST is free + stipend.
Can I apply with no Japanese?
Yes for English-taught programs (most universities have at least one English option in AI / Machine Learning). Japanese-taught programs require JLPT N2 minimum.
What scholarships are available?
MEXT, JASSO Honors, foundation scholarships, university-internal merit scholarships. Most international Master's students combine multiple sources.