This article provides an overview of the education system in Japan, including school hours and days, primary and secondary school education, higher education, and the compulsory education law. Elementary school typically lasts six years from age 6 to 12 and is followed by three years at both junior and senior high schools. After completing senior high school students may choose to attend college or university or pursue vocational training. The 1947 Compulsory Education Law requires all children aged 6-15 to attend an accredited educational facility.