Founded in 1995, Hyogo University is a private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Kakogawa (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Hyogo. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Hyogo University is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Buddhist religion. Hyogo University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Hyogo University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.