Bachelor in Zen Buddhist Studies

The Department offers courses in various fields of Buddhism, ranging from China to Japan, from the earliest days of Zen Buddhism to the present, and from its teachings and philosophy to its arts. The Department also equips students with a general knowledge of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism from Master Dogen and Master Keizan to the present.

Komazawa University aims to cultivate students who try to introspect, learn new trends in academic studies, and practice them in modern society by applying Buddhist Teachings and the Spirit of Zen to today's education.

Komazawa University will make every effort to achieve its purposes as a university by promoting intellectual advancement, while also efficiently making use of the advantages of being located in the center of metropolitan Tokyo.