The University of Tokyo is the oldest and the most prestigious university in Japan, and it receives by far the biggest direct government grant. The university has five campuses, of which two (Hongo and Komaba campuses) are in the heart of Tokyo. The Graduate School of Science is located in the Hongo campus. The campus is situated in a sophisticated modern cosmopolitan city environment, but it is still surrounded by lush greenery. The campus features both traditional and modern buildings.

The Graduate School of Science consists of five departments: Physics, Astronomy, Earth & Planetary Science, Chemistry and Biological Sciences. There are roughly 400 faculty members. For further details: Databook/Pamphlets - SCHOOL OF SCIENCE THE UNIVERSITY OF TOKYO

World University Rankings

The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings is among the most influential and widely observed international university rankings.

UTokyo is ranked 26^th in the world in THE World University Rankings 2026.