Deadline: 30 June, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026 Matsumae International Foundation (MIF) Research Fellowship Program.
The goal of the Matsumae International Foundation (MIF) is to provide overseas researchers who possess excellent academic ability, regardless of race, sex, religion, or ideology, with opportunities to carry out research activities in Japan, thereby contributing to academic development in Japan as well as international friendship and goodwill.
Benefits
- A monthly allowance of JPY 220,000 is provided to cover expenses for research activities (including materials) and living expenses in Japan.
- Arrival Fund: JPY 120,000 is provided to cover part of the initial living costs in Japan.
- Round-trip Air Transportation: Round-trip economy class airfare is provided between the nearest international airport from a grantee’s domicile and Tokyo, Japan.
- Insurance: Overseas travel insurance with medical treatment and death benefits is provided.
- Study Tour: The MIF invites fellowship recipients to participate in a study tour during their fellowship to deepen their knowledge of Japan.
Eligibility
- Applicants who empathise with the core values of the MIF
- Applicants must obtain acceptance from a host institution in Japan before application
- Applicants must hold a Ph.D. (Doctoral Degree) at the time of application
- Applicants must be at the age of 45 years old or younger at the time of application
- Applicants must have sufficient English or Japanese language ability
- Applicants should not have past or current experiences of staying in Japan
- Applicants must have an occupation in their home countries, return there upon completing their fellowship tenure, and contribute to the development of their own country
To apply and for more information, click here.
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