Founded in 1935, Reitaku University is a private higher-education institution located in the medium city of Kashiwa (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Chiba. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Reitaku University is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Reitaku 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. Reitaku 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.