Amount
¥143,000 /mo
Tuition
Covered
Travel to Japan
Covered
Duration
Research students up to 2 years
How to apply
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Apply via the embassy
The Japanese embassy or consulate in your country runs the first screening.
2
Apr 2026
Dec 2026-Jan 2027
Mar 2027
Source wording: “Dec.-Jan. or Mar. (university recommendation); Apr. (embassy)”. Confirm the exact dates before you plan.
3
Document screening + Written exam + Interview
Expect each stage in that order.
6 months of Japanese language training is provided; applicants with sufficient Japanese ability are exempted.
Can I apply?
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Nationality
Open to all nationalities.
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Study level
Master's, PhD, Research student
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Age
Under 35
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Where you must be
You can apply before arriving in Japan.
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Also required
Must satisfy the qualification requirements for admission to a master's or doctoral degree course at a Japanese graduate school. Applicants should apply in the field they studied previously or a related field.
What you get
Monthly stipend¥143,000
DetailNon-degree and Teacher Training ¥143,000/mo; Master's course ¥144,000/mo; Doctoral course ¥145,000/mo, plus an additional stipend for designated areas
TuitionCovered
Travel to JapanCovered
For how longResearch students up to 2 years; graduate students the standard course term, plus 6 months Japanese training if needed
With another scholarship
Not permitted