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Near the main gates of Waseda and Toyama campuses, 4/26, 5/16, 5/18

The main gate of the Waseda campus

Public safety officer on campus

The main gate of the Toyama campus

Public Safety Office of the Toyama campus

Waseda University is open to everyone. It has no walls or gateposts.

In addition, the University became barrier free by losing steps in January 2015.

Aside from February during entrance exam season and at night, the main gate of Waseda campus is always open, welcoming anyone who wishes to take a step into campus. To protect students and staff from incidents and anyone suspicious, the University’s public safety staff is constantly on the look to create a safe environment. The Public Safety Office, equipped with AED and wheelchairs, is located next to the main gate of the Waseda campus.

We spoke with public safety staff, Mr. Sato.

“Sometimes, students rush into campus while we are closing the sliding gate. It’s dangerous, so we ask kindly that students come earlier if they need to enter campus after hours.

Also, cars pass through entryways constantly, so we make sure to secure the safety of pedestrians on the sidewalk.”

Waseda University’s public safety is committed and dedicated to providing a safe campus environment.

Open hours differ depending on the season and campus. Refer to the information below:

Waseda campus

Class sessions and spring break

Monday – Saturday: 8AM – 10:30PM
Sunday, holidays, and non-class days including Golden Week: 8AM – 6PM

Summer and winter breaks

Monday – Friday: 8AM – 7:30PM
Saturday, Sunday, holidays, and non-class days including Obon and New Year: 8AM – 6PM

Entrance exams lockout period

Closed, open to faculty, staff, and permitted personnel only

Toyama campus

Class sessions and spring break

Monday – Saturday: 8AM – 10:30PM
Sunday, holidays, non-class days including Golden Week: closed

Summer and winte breaks

Monday – Saturday: 8AM – 10:30PM

Sunday, holidays, and non-class days including Obon and New Year: closed

Entrance exams lockout period

Closed, open to faculty, staff, and permitted personnel only

※Both Waseda and Toyama campuses do not allow anyone to enter the university once the gates are closed unless authorized personnel or faculty and staff

※If it is necessary to enter campus once the gate is closed, please submit an approval form in advance.

※There is a possibility for the campus to stay open longer than its usual hours due to ceremonies and events.