Founded in 1979, Shigakukan University is a private higher-education institution located in the large town of Aira (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Kagoshima. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Shigakukan University is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Shigakukan University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Shigakukan University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.