Amount
¥117,000 /mo
Tuition
Covered
Travel to Japan
Covered
Duration
5 years
How to apply
1
Apply via the embassy
The Japanese embassy or consulate in your country runs the first screening.
2
Apr 2026
Source wording: “Apr. (embassy recommendation)”. Confirm the exact dates before you plan.
3
Document screening + Written exam + Interview
Expect each stage in that order.
Examination, entrance and tuition fees are exempted and one round-trip ticket is provided. Applications go through the Japanese embassy or consulate in your country (Embassy Recommendation) or through a Japanese university (University Recommendation). The written test varies by country but generally covers Japanese, English and Mathematics, plus science subjects for natural-science applicants.
Can I apply?
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Nationality
Open to all nationalities.
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Study level
Bachelor
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Age
Under 25
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Where you must be
You can apply before arriving in Japan.
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Also required
Must have completed 12 years of school education, or an equivalent course at a school equivalent to a Japanese high school, or hold qualifications deemed suitable for enrollment in a Japanese university.
What you get
Monthly stipend¥117,000
DetailAdditional stipend for designated areas
TuitionCovered
Travel to JapanCovered
For how long5 years (7 for medicine, dentistry, veterinary, pharmacy)
With another scholarship
Not permitted