A record-breaking 93 students have been accepted into Tokyo University through the Recommendation Exam, reports suggest. These students have effectively cleared one of the most challenging university entrance examinations in Japan. This significant achievement was announced recently, marking the highest number in the history of this competitive process. The specifics about the students and the exam are not highlighted due to privacy policy in Japan.

The Tokyo University Recommendation Exam is considered critically important in Japan, as Tokyo University is one of the country's most prestigious institutions. The number of successful applicants is often seen as a gauge of the university's selectiveness and the overall competition in Japanese higher education. The news of the record-high number of successful students shows the increasing competitiveness and rigorous nature of academic pursuits in Japan.

Tenacious studying and competitive entrance exams are also common in both the US and EU, but not to the same extent as in Japan. The use of a recommendation system is more common in the US and EU, but it's often complemented by other factors such as essays, extra-curricular activities, and interviews, which play a considerable role in student selection. The high pass rate in Japan might invite discussions on the selective process and the balance between scholastic achievements and comprehensive skills.