About our school

The School of Law of Waseda University was founded in 1882, originally as the Department of Law of Tokyo Senmon Gakko, before being renamed Waseda University in 1902. Since its inception, the School provided education incorporating the innovative educational style of the newly established Harvard Law School, with the objective of fostering legal professionals. In the period of 125 years since then, our School has produced many talented individuals with high ideals and enterprising spirits, who have contributed to society in a wide range of fields including law, politics, government, industry, the media, and soon.

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Is the Condominium Renewal Fee Illegal?
"Good Faith and Bona Fide Principle" in the Consumer Contract Act

In determining whether or not the contract with the renewal fee clause infringed the Consumer Contract Act, Article 10, the court continued to rule that it did not infringe and that it was valid up to the decision that was made by the Otsu District Court on March 27, 2009.  ...

GOTO, Makinori
Professor, Waseda Law School Professional Graduate School Waseda University

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UEMURA, Tatsuo
About Waseda Institute for Corporation Law and Society
The Waseda Institute for Corporation Law and Society aims to exceed the framework of the COE program in order to function as a comprehensive educational and research organization in the study of law, as well as a platform for the formation of legal systems in Japan.
UEMURA, Tatsuo
Director of the Waseda Institute for Corporation Law and Society, Waseda University

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International student interview
International student interview

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When I was in high school, I wanted to learn about law, especially international law in the university. Since I was a little child, I have always been interested in international cultures or languages ...

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Study abroad programs for international students

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Career after graduation

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