Research Fellowship

Award Type: Fellowship

Selection is based upon scholarly and professional quality, the project's contribution to a better understanding of Japanese culture, arts, language, and society, and to the promotion of cultural relations between Japan and the world. Applicant must also have the cooperation of an affiliated institution, associate, or research associate. Three letters of reference required. Applicant should contact the Japan Foundation New York office in September.

Award Amount

Number of Awards

Average: 10

Applicants: 35

Deadlines & Renewal

November 1

Eligibility Requirements


Humanities, Japan studies, social sciences

More Details

  • Recipients receive stipends of 370,000 yen to 430,000 yen per month, plus additional allowances for accompanying dependents, health insurance, and academic fees totaling 140,000 yen per month. Round-trip airfare as well as one-time allowances are provided for settling in/departure costs and research expenses.

Sponsoring Organization

Japan Foundation

New York Office
New York, NY 10019


(212) 489-0299
(212) 489-0409
info@jfny.org
Website

Contact Information

Katherine Wearne
Program Assistant

katherine_wearne@jfny.org

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