Study in Japan · Asia
Scholarships in Japan offer incredible opportunities for international students to access one of the most advanced education systems in the world. Known for its innovative teaching methods and emphasis on research, Japan’s education system provides a blend of traditional values and modern practices, making it a prime destination for students seeking academic excellence.
With over 800 universities, including both public and private institutions, Japan boasts an impressive higher education landscape. Prestigious public universities like the University of Tokyo, Kyoto University, and Osaka University consistently rank among the best in the world, while private universities such as Keio University and Waseda University attract students from diverse global backgrounds.
Japan’s top universities are renowned for their strong focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, as well as arts and humanities. Many of these institutions offer scholarships for international students, such as the MEXT (Japanese Government) Scholarship, making higher education in Japan more accessible.
Explore a wide range of scholarships in Japan to kickstart your journey toward academic success in a country celebrated for its innovation, culture, and global educational standards.
01 · Scholarships
Grouped by who funds them, so you can quickly see which kind fits you.
Funded by a government or ministry, often for students from partner countries.
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS)
28 listed · 9 open
See open ones →Awarded by a university to strong applicants, usually tuition plus a living allowance.
Kyoto University · Yokohama National University
81 listed · 23 open
Internships, training, summer schools, exchanges and conferences.
Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) Foundation · Middle East Youth Summit, Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) Foundation · AYFN Academy
72 listed · 19 open
See open ones →See the data: deadlines by month, funding mix and study levels for Japan →
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Kyoto iUP Scholarship offers a 4.5-year degree at Kyoto University with tuition waivers, monthly allowance and housing; apply by 3 Dec 2026....
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RIKEN CBS Summer fully funded program in Japan offers a 2-month internship or a 5-day lecture, covers airfare, accommodation and stipend. Deadline...
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Asia Fellows Scholarship 2027 offers a fully funded leadership fellowship in Japan and USA with training, travel, and up to USD 2,500...
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KYOTO Amgen Scholarship 2027 in Japan offers a fully funded summer research internship with stipend, airfare and accommodation. Apply now via the...
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UTokyo Amgen Scholarship 2027 offers a two-month fully funded research internship in Japan covering airfare, accommodation, meals and a stipend. Apply now.
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HENNGE Internship Scholarship 2027 in Japan: Apply for a fully funded 4–6 week on-site software engineering internship in Tokyo with stipend, airfare,...
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YLP MEXT Scholarship at GRIPS 2027 in Japan offers fully funded Masters with tuition, stipend, airfare and fees covered. Apply via your...
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Japan Youth Summit Scholarship offers fully funded registration options for global youth in Japan. Apply before 20 Dec 2026 to access mentorship...
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GLOCAL Scholarship 2027 offers a fully funded 2-year Master’s in Europe with tuition, monthly stipend, travel and visa support. Apply now via...
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IGPAS Scholarship 2027 offers English-taught master's and doctoral programs at Tohoku University with MEXT and other support available. Learn eligibility and
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02 · Education system
Japan has 812 undergraduate universities, and most institutions follow an academic year from April to March. Most programs are taught in Japanese, though English-taught programs exist, particularly at graduate level.
03 · Universities & organizations
Kyoto University
10 listings
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS)
5 listings
Middle East Youth Summit, Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) Foundation
4 listings
Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) Foundation
4 listings
World Bank Group
4 listings
HENNGE
3 listings
National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS)
3 listings
University of Tokyo
3 listings
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