The university was founded in 1955 as a branch of Kuibyshev Polytechnic Institute.
The university's main campus is composed of four education buildings, a dining hall, a health-improving and physical training gym with sport grounds, a library, students’ polyclinic and the Chapel of Saint Martyr Tatiana.
The main goal of the Japanese Center is to develop economic, scientific, and cultural ties between Russia and Japan at the regional level, popularize all aspects of cooperation in the business environment, the university community, and the general public.
In addition, the university has centers for English, Chinese, German, French and Slavic languages.
Students with excellent academic performance have the opportunity to participate in a student exchange program and study in Japan, Germany and Finland.