Virtual Open Campus 2026: Compare and Explore 54 Medical Schools Nationwide Starting September 1

Medical Lab, a medical-focused preparatory school operated by Kyoiku Co., Ltd. of the Kawaijuku Group, will host the '2026 National Medical School Virtual Open Campus' from Tuesday, September 1, 2026, to Sunday, January 31, 2027. The event is designed for high school students aspiring to enter medical programs and their parents. Participation is free, and attendees can join from anywhere in Japan with a smartphone, computer, tablet, and internet access.

Comprehensive Information from 54 Medical Schools Across Japan – Ideal for Students Applying to Medical Programs Nationwide

For students and parents aiming for medical school admission, understanding each university’s unique characteristics and entrance examination details is crucial when selecting target schools. However, many face challenges such as difficulty attending in-person open campuses due to distance, time-consuming collection of brochures from multiple institutions, or uncertainty in narrowing down their choices.

To support information gathering for these students and families, Medical Lab is hosting an online open campus. The dedicated website will aggregate information from national, public, and private medical schools across Japan. Participants can freely explore virtual booths of universities of interest, compare academic features and admission requirements, and identify the best-fit institutions. Visitors can view and download university brochures and entrance guidelines. Additionally, select universities will feature exclusive interview videos conducted by Medical Lab, highlighting institutional strengths, desired student profiles, and unique aspects of their admissions process.

University Booth Concept

The platform will be accessible anytime during the event period, allowing repeated visits at the user’s convenience. For medical school applicants—who often consider universities across the country—this virtual event removes geographical barriers, enabling access to distant institutions and opening doors to discovering new academic opportunities.

We encourage your media outlet to widely cover this initiative as a valuable first step in medical school research, helping students broaden their options and make informed decisions about their future education.

Overview of the 2026 National Medical School Virtual Open Campus

Event Period: September 1, 2026 (Tuesday) – January 31, 2027 (Sunday)

Target Audience: High school students aspiring to enter medical programs and their parents

Content: Online publication of university brochures, admission guidelines, and interview videos

How to Participate: Register via the dedicated 'National Medical School Virtual Open Campus' webpage, then access the event site as instructed

Participation Fee: Free

Access Requirements: Smartphone, computer, or tablet with internet connectivity

Registration URL: https://www.medical-labo.com/posted/opencampus_application/

Organizer: Kyoiku Co., Ltd. – Medical Lab, a specialized medical preparatory school

Participating Universities (as of August 12, 2026)

National and Public Universities (28) Asahikawa Medical University, Sapporo Medical University, Tohoku University, Yamagata University, Fukushima Medical University, Gunma University, Yokohama City University, Niigata University, Toyama University, Kanazawa University, Gifu University, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine, Nagoya University, Nagoya City University, Mie University, Shiga University of Medical Science, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Osaka Metropolitan University, Kobe University, Nara Medical University, Wakayama Medical University, Okayama University, Hiroshima University, Kagawa University, Ehime University, Kochi University, Nagasaki University, University of the Ryukyus

Private Universities (26) Iwate Medical University, Tohoku Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Jichi Medical University, Dokkyo Medical University, Saitama Medical University, International University of Health and Welfare, Juntendo University, Showa University School of Medicine, Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo Women's Medical University, Toho University, Nippon Medical School, Kitasato University, St. Marianna University School of Medicine, Tokai University, Kanazawa Medical University, Aichi Medical University, Fujita Health University, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Kansai Medical University, Kindai University, Hyogo College of Medicine, Kawasaki Medical School, Kurume University, University of Occupational and Environmental Health Japan, Fukuoka University