Exciting New Release in Educational Publishing
Obunsha, a leader in educational publications based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, is thrilled to announce the release of its latest series, "2027 University Entrance Exam Solutions," set to hit the shelves on June 30th. This annual series has been a favorite among students for 91 years, providing vital resources for those preparing for Japan's competitive entrance exams, including the upcoming entrance tests for national, public, and private universities.
What’s New in the 2027 Series?
This year's series features five additional volumes and two English listening volumes, with the latter set to be released in late July. The focus of these volumes is to compile not only the exam questions, answers, and explanations from universities nationwide but also to give students a comprehensive overview of expected trends and strategies for the 2027 exams.
Specifically, the new series includes important data from the 2026 entrance examinations, allowing students and educators to analyze question patterns and expectations. This aligns seamlessly with their studies, helping them to devise tailored strategies to excel in their university entrance tests.
Inclusion of School Recommendation and Comprehensive Selection Exams
This year marks a significant addition to the series: the inclusion of volumes dedicated to the School Recommendation Type and Comprehensive Selection Type exams specifically for private universities. By offering detailed answers and explanations for the exams conducted in 2024 and 2025, the new volumes are designed to help students understand trends and increase their chances of success in these unique admission pathways.
Why This Series Is Indispensable
The "2027 University Entrance Exam Solutions" series isn't just useful for exam preparation; it's also highly regarded as a resource in educational settings. Educators utilize it as an essential guide to understanding the exam landscape, making it a staple in schools across Japan.
Key features of the series include:
- - Comprehensive Overview of Exam Questions: The series provides a full-spectrum view of the national entrance exams, covering questions from private, national, and public universities.
- - Trend Analysis for Strategic Preparation: The collection of various university questions allows for detailed analysis, empowering students to understand and predict trends for 2027 exam strategies.
Details of the Newly Released Compilation
The upcoming release of the series is as follows:
- - Title: 2027-2028 University Entrance Exam Solutions: School Recommendation Type & Comprehensive Selection Type (Private Universities)
- - Compiled by: Obunsha
- - Release Date: June 30, 2026
- - Format: B5 size / 264 pages / single color printing
- - Price: ¥7,150 (tax included)
For more details, visit the
Obunsha website.
Complete Series Overview and Availability
The complete set of the 2027 University Entrance Exam Solutions series includes:
- - English (Private University Edition)
- - English (National and Public University Edition)
- - Mathematics (Private University Edition)
- - Mathematics (National and Public University Edition)
- - Japanese (Private University Edition)
- - Japanese (National and Public University Edition)
- - Physics
- - Chemistry
- - Biology
- - History and Geography, and much more.
With a total of 20 volumes available, the series covers a diverse range of subjects, ensuring that students have access to everything they need to prepare for the challenges ahead. Further details about the complete series can be found on the
Obunsha series page.
About Obunsha
Obunsha's commitment to education is unwavering. Founded on October 1, 1931, the company aims to empower students to tackle both academic and life challenges. Through continuous learning, we believe that individuals can transform their worlds—one question at a time. Our motto reflects this philosophy: