The Honjo International Scholarship Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 Honjo International Scholarship in Japan. This fully funded opportunity supports outstanding international students pursuing Master’s or Doctoral degrees at top Japanese graduate schools.
The scholarship provides a monthly stipend of up to ¥230,000 for the full duration of the degree, enabling students to focus on academics and research without financial stress.
Designed to nurture future global leaders, the program encourages scholars to apply their knowledge in advancing their home countries while building strong ties with Japan.
Program Overview
- Host Country: Japan
- Program Level: Master’s & Doctoral
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Monthly Stipend:
- ¥230,000 (1–2 years)
- ¥210,000 (3 years)
- ¥180,000 (4–5 years)
- ¥230,000 (1–2 years)
- Other Benefits: Travel grants, academic networking, cultural immersion
- Deadline: October 31, 2025 (check official website for confirmation)
Scholarship Benefits
Financial Support
- Monthly stipend based on study duration (up to ¥230,000).
- Travel grant for attending international conferences.
Academic & Professional Growth
- Access to Japan’s leading research universities.
- Networking opportunities with scholars, researchers, and professionals.
Cultural & Personal Development
- Cultural immersion in Japanese traditions, technology, and society.
- Participation in Honjo Foundation events to build lifelong alumni connections.
- Enhanced career prospects in the global job market.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a non-Japanese citizen.
- Meet the age limits:
- Master’s: under 30 years
- Doctoral: under 35 years
- Master’s: under 30 years
- Have admission to a Japanese graduate school (Master’s or Doctoral).
- Demonstrate academic excellence and research potential.
- Show commitment to contributing to their home country after graduation.
- Have Japanese language ability (JLPT N1/N2 recommended) or the capacity to engage in studies in Japanese.
- Enroll in a program longer than 12 months.
Application Procedure
- Secure Admission – Apply and gain acceptance into a graduate program in Japan.
- Check Eligibility – Ensure all criteria are met.
- Prepare Documents – Including:
- Academic transcripts
- Research proposal
- Recommendation letters
- Proof of admission
- Language proficiency certificates (if required)
- Academic transcripts
- Submit Online Application – Through the official Honjo Foundation website.
- Deadline – Applications are typically due October 31.
Selection Process
- Applications are reviewed based on academic performance, research potential, and leadership commitment.
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified after the review process.
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