[Xeraph]

Hey everyone. I was recently accepted to Keio University and should be receiving the MEXT scholarship for it as a graduate student in engineering.

I was wondering if anyone has any idea of what to expect as a grad student in Japan. I have been told by a lot of friends/family that undergraduate is very relaxed and easy compared to US schools. What about graduate schools? Considering Japan has so few go to graduate school as it is seen as somewhat pointless, are they more relaxed or would they try to crack down more?

I plan to do research etc, but I would also like to have time to pursue interests and enjoy the clubs/culture. That is one of the reasons I am pursuing graduate school internationally... that and because I can do my research topic with the prof I will work with.

Thanks in advance