Facilities
Tour of Nishi-Chiba Campus
There are many facilities on Nishi-Chiba Campus including Academic Link Center (University Library), General Student Service Center, and sports facilities.
General Student Service Center,
International Support Desk-
Academic Link Center (University Library) 
Student Support Division
Career Support Division-
Safety and Health Organization -
Cafeteria -
University Co-op -
Aéré Café -
Sports ground / gymnasium -
Student Residence, Seminar House and International House
General Student Service Center
International Support Desk (ISD)
General Student Service Center 2F
Weekdays, 8:30~17:00
ISD functions as primary contact for international students and researchers who seek assistance in adapting to life in Japan and at Chiba University. ISD provides the information and specific advice on:
・Immigration formalities
・Resident formalities
・Housing
・Scholarships
・Japanese language courses
・Language support by Japanese students/tutors
・Other useful information on campus and daily life
English House
Weekdays, 9:00~18:00
General Student Service Center 2F
At the English House, people from many countries get together to communicate in English. You can just come and chat, or if you want to boost your confidence, reserve an individual conversation session with one of our student assistants. You can also use the facilities, including iPads, TVs, books, and magazines, and you can take free individual lessons or workshops with our teachers.
Volunteer Activity Assistance Center
Weekdays, 9:00~17:00
General Student Service Center 1F
The center posts volunteer information, registers volunteer applicants, and assists procedures of volunteer activity insurance and volunteer activities initiated by the university. Free space is also available for officially registered volunteer groups.
Academic Link Center (University Library)
Support for your independent study
Opening hours (during semesters)
Weekdays: 8:30~22:30,
Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays: 10:30~18:00
*Check the library website for availability during exam periods, long-term university holiday periods and closing dates.
Newly renovated University Library promoting active thinking skills Suggesting a new style of library design with intriguing book trees and glass-lined studying space.
Safety and Health Organization
Health consultation and medical service
The Safety and Health Organization was founded in 2004 with aims to improve educational/research environments and to promote student/staff health.
Doctors and nurses are available at the Health care center, SHO, and providing medical services such as first aid, initial treatment, and referrals to medical institutions as well as consultation on physical and mental health.
Cafeteria
Cafeteria I
Weekdays, 9:30~18:30
Nishi-Chiba Campus has three cafeterias that offer a wide variety of food.
The Halal menu is available at the Halal-only counter in the Cafeteria I.
For more information
Highly popular buffet!
How to use buffet: Take the food of your choice on a plate as much as you like. The weight is measured at the cashier, and you pay 1 yen per 1.4 g.
Cafeteria II
Weekdays, 11:00~15:00
Highly recommended for those who like noodle dishes!
Cafeteria III
Weekdays, 11:00~14:30
Chicken-and-egg rice bowl and pork-cutlet rice bowl are highly recommended!
University Co-op
Wide selection of foods and items
Opening hours: Weekdays, 8:30~19：30
University Co-op is nicknamed "Raisen" and provides a wide variety of goods and foods for campus life. You can buy Chiba University's original goods, stationaries and a wide selection of foods such as freshly baked pastries, bento, drinks and refreshments.
You are advised to visit the shop a little past 11:00 am to get a pastry of your preference.
Aéré café
Cafe with nice atmosphere
Opening hours: Weekdays, 11:00-18:00
General Student Service Center 1F
Aéré is a French word that means "well-ventilated". Chiba University's alumni are in charge of planning and organizing the café with the view of welcoming not only students from Chiba University but also graduates and local residents by creating an open and friendly atmosphere.
Under the theme of "local production for local consumption" and "environmental conservation", the café uses ingredients produced in Chiba Prefecture or Chiba University as well as eco-friendly food packaging, and offers a wide range of foods from daily specials to party menus.
Sports Ground and Gymnasium
Soccer/rugby field
Newly renovated in March 2014. Used by university sports clubs of soccer, ruby, and lacrosse.
Track and field (ground)
Used for sports classes and activity of university track & field club. Equipped with a 400-m track, a long jump field, a pole vault field, etc.
Gymnasium No.1, Gymnasium No.2
Gymnasium No.1 seen in the background was renovated in April, 2013. In the foreground is Gymnasium No.2. The facilities include a dance hall and a dojo.
Student Residence, Seminar House, International House, etc.
Well-equipped facilities for domestic and foreign students as well as faculty members!
Chiba University offers Student Residence buildings and Nakayama Ryo and Katsuyama Seminar House, which are welfare, recreation and training facilities for university students and staff members. We also have International House for international students and researchers.
