Campus and city
ICU's Mitaka campus sits in western Tokyo surrounded by 620,000 square meters of forest with sazanka camellias and cherry trees lining walking paths throughout the grounds. The intimate community of 3,000 students with 30 percent international representation creates a close-knit atmosphere where students from over 50 countries interact daily in both English and Japanese. The annual ICU Festival held before Christmas is a beloved tradition blending academic presentations with cultural performances. Inokashira Park is a short walk away offering boating and hanami in spring, while the Studio Ghibli Museum in Mitaka draws visitors year-round. Campus dormitories house both Japanese and international students together fostering bilingual friendships. Christianity Religion Week invites reflection regardless of personal faith. The small but tight community means students quickly find their circle, though those seeking large-scale nightlife or urban campus energy may find Mitaka quieter than central Tokyo alternatives.