Kyoto is a true “academic city,” home to 36 universities and numerous specialized universities and research institutes.
This concentration of outstanding researchers and students provides strong human-capital support for your business growth.
A City of Universities (High Student Population)
36 diverse universities within Kyoto City, including Kyoto University, ranked among the top universities globally and in Japan
Universities have robust industry collaboration programs, with specific initiatives focusing on areas like technology transfer, joint research and student internships. Many smaller colleges and technical schools in Kyoto also work with local companies on projects, internships and workforce development.
- Students: about 150,000 out of a population of 1.43 million
- Students account for over 10% of the population, nearly double that of Tokyo—the highest ratio in Japan
- The city is filled with young talent and creative energy
A Proven Source of Nobel Laureates
Rich in academic talent, Kyoto has produced many Nobel Prize winners
- Of the 30 Japanese Nobel laureates to date, 17 have strong ties to Kyoto
- In 2025, two additional Nobel Prize laureates were announced—both graduates of Kyoto University, currently serving as honorary and distinguished professors
- Kyoto is proud to be the place where these scholars laid the foundations for their research