Hokkaido University

Hokkaido University, founded in 1876 as Sapporo Agricultural College, is one of Japan’s leading national universities and a member of the former Imperial Universities. Located in Sapporo, the university is well known for its expansive and scenic campus, featuring seasonal landscapes such as tree-lined avenues and snow-covered grounds. The university upholds the philosophy of “Frontier Spirit,” emphasizing academic freedom, hands-on research, and interdisciplinary collaboration. It has strong global recognition in fields such as agriculture, engineering, environmental science, and life sciences, with a focus on sustainability and the harmonious relationship between nature and technology. In architecture and built environment studies, Hokkaido University offers programs through its Faculty and Graduate School of Engineering. These programs cover architecture, urban planning, and environmental design, with a distinctive focus on cold-region architecture—exploring innovative solutions for building design in extreme climates.

Official website：https://www.global.hokudai.ac.jp/