Fully Funded Matsumae International Research Fellowship 2027, Japan

Summary

The Matsumae International Research Fellowship 2027 invites applications from talented international students for a fully funded fellowship opportunity in Japan. This fellowship aims to promote international academic exchange and provide researchers the chance to collaborate with top scientists in Japan.

• 🎓 Offered by the Matsumae International Foundation (MIF), a Japanese non-profit organization established in 1979 to promote international academic exchange and global understanding.
• 🔬 Research Fields: Natural Sciences, Engineering, Medicine, and related disciplines.
• ⏳ Duration: 6 months.
• 🌍 Eligibility: Open to applicants of all nationalities except Japanese citizens.
• 🎓 Academic Requirement: Applicants must hold a PhD (Doctoral Degree).
• 👤 Age Limit: Applicants should be 45 years old or younger at the time of application.
• 📩 Host Institution Requirement: Candidates must obtain an invitation/acceptance letter from a Japanese host institution before applying.
• 🗣️ Language Requirement: Applicants must have sufficient English or Japanese language proficiency.
• ✈️ Japan Experience Restriction: Applicants should not have previous long-term residence experience in Japan.
• 🏠 Return Requirement: Applicants must be employed in their home country and intend to return after completing the fellowship.
• 💰 Monthly Stipend: JPY 220,000 for living expenses and research activities.
• 🏡 Settlement Allowance: JPY 120,000 to help cover initial living expenses in Japan.
• ✈️ Travel Support: Round-trip economy airfare between the applicant’s nearest international airport and Tokyo.
• 🛡️ Insurance Coverage: Overseas travel insurance with medical and death benefits is provided.
• 🏯 Additional Benefit: Fellows are invited to participate in a study tour to gain a deeper understanding of Japan.
• 📄 Required Documents: Application Form, Research Plan, CV, Publication List, Recommendation Letter, Academic Certificates, and Host Professor’s Invitation Letter.
• 🏆 Number of Awards: Approximately 10 fellowships are awarded each year.
• 📅 Application Deadline: 30 June 2026.

Designation

• Fellowship Program: Matsumae International Research Fellowship

Details Table

Research Area

• Natural Sciences
• Engineering
• Medicine
• Related fields

Location

• Japan

Eligibility/Qualification

• Must be a Non-Japanese National
• Hold a PhD (Doctoral degree)
• Be 45 years old or younger at the time of application
• Have sufficient English or Japanese language proficiency
• Obtain an invitation letter from a host institution in Japan prior to application
• No previous residence in Japan (excluding short-term stays)
• Must possess an occupation in the home country and intend to return post-fellowship

Job Description

The fellowship provides an opportunity to conduct research and collaborate with leading researchers in Japan. It includes:

• A monthly allowance of JPY 220,000 for research activities and living expenses
• An additional JPY 120,000 for initial living costs
• Round-trip economy class airfare to Tokyo, Japan
• Overseas travel insurance with medical coverage
• Participation in a study tour during the fellowship period

How to Apply

1. Download and complete the Application Form.
2. Prepare the following documents:

• Research Plan
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) and List of Publications
• Recommendation Letter
• Soft copies of Academic Certificates/Diplomas (PhD, Master’s, Bachelor’s)
• Invitation Letter signed by your host professor/scholar in Japan

1. Email the completed application and documents to application@mif-japan.org within the application period.

Last Date to Apply

• 30th June 2026

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