Founded in 1966, Otemae University is a private higher-education institution located in the medium city of Nishinomiya (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Hyogo. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Itami, Osaka. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Otemae University is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Otemae 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. Otemae University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.