Joshibi University of Art and Design, Art and design university in Suginami and Sagamihara, Japan
Joshibi is an art university with two campuses in the Tokyo area where students study painting, sculpture, graphic design, and other art disciplines. The institution offers undergraduate and graduate programs, along with an on-campus museum housing a large collection of artworks.
The school was founded in 1900 and began accepting students in 1901 to provide women with art education when this was uncommon. Over the decades it developed into a leading institution for art education in Japan.
The on-campus museum displays works created by women artists and highlights their contributions to Japanese art across different periods. This collection allows visitors to understand the roles women have played in the country's artistic development.
The main campus is located in Suginami while the second campus sits near Sagamihara, allowing students to focus on different specializations at each location. International students can take advantage of orientation programs and access to student housing near a train station.
The institution was Japan's oldest private art school and the first to admit women exclusively for art training, making it a pioneer. This distinction continues to shape its identity and mission today.
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