Physics Programs Accepting JLPT N2 (2027)
JLPT N2 is the practical floor for direct Japanese-taught Master's enrollment in Physics at most Japanese universities. With N2 you can enter Japanese-track programs without going through kenkyusei status first. English-track programs ignore JLPT entirely. Below are the universities offering Physics for 2027 entry.
Matching programs (10)
Physics at The University of Tokyo
Physics Master’s and PhD at The University of Tokyo: theoretical and applied research, English-track options, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Physics at Kyoto University
Physics Master’s and PhD at Kyoto University: theoretical and applied research, English-track options, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Physics at Osaka University
Physics Master’s and PhD at Osaka University: theoretical and applied research, English-track options, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Physics at Tohoku University
Physics Master’s and PhD at Tohoku University: theoretical and applied research, English-track options, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Physics at Nagoya University
Physics Master’s and PhD at Nagoya University: theoretical and applied research, English-track options, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Physics at Hokkaido University
Physics Master’s and PhD at Hokkaido University: theoretical and applied research, English-track options, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Physics at Kyushu University
Physics Master’s and PhD at Kyushu University: theoretical and applied research, English-track options, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Physics at Institute of Science Tokyo
Physics Master’s and PhD at Institute of Science Tokyo: theoretical and applied research, English-track options, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Physics at Nara Institute of Science and Technology
Physics Master’s and PhD at Nara Institute of Science and Technology: theoretical and applied research, English-track options, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Physics at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
Physics Master’s and PhD at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology: theoretical and applied research, English-track options, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Frequently asked questions
Can I enroll directly in a Japanese-taught Master's with N2?
Yes at almost all national universities. Mathematics + literature programs sometimes prefer N1; STEM fields generally accept N2.
Should I aim for N1 anyway?
If you want a research-only career in Japan post-graduation, N1 makes you 10× more competitive in the academic job market. For Master's admissions, N2 is sufficient.
Are there Physics programs at all where N2 is enough?
Yes, every program in this list. The typical Physics Japanese track requires N2 by enrollment + N2-level reading speed for entrance exam.