Japanese Universities' strategic approach to internationalization: Accomplishments and challenges

Abstract

This chapter outlines and investigates Japanese universities' strategic approach to internationalization, focusing on accomplishments and challenges that remain. With a steady focus on the question, How has the meaning of university internationalization historically changed?, the author argues that the need for universities' internationalization is a long-standing one. He notes that in an age of intensive competition for knowledge worldwide, global conditions are changing constantly, and internationalization now seems to be assuming a meaning distinct from its traditional roots. The author also shows us that this becomes particularly apparent when considering how to enhance university's performance and functions as a core contributor within the global, knowledge-based society.