The Honjo Foundation Scholarship to Study in Japan is offered for the fall and spring semesters. The scholarship is offered by the Honjo International Scholarship Foundation and opened to foreign students who will attend graduate school at a Japanese university. The scholarships recipient is under no obligation to repay the amount they receive from the Foundation. The program provides monthly allowance, accommodation, and travel expenses to attend international conferences. The scholarship recipient is not permitted to receive any other scholarship in conjunction with this scholarship.
The program is fully funded and open for candidates willing to study a Master’s or a doctoral degree at higher educational institutions in Japan. Students must have a deep understanding of international friendship and goodwill and must attend the events organized by the foundation and take part in the network as alumni members. Candidates must be able to carry on everyday conversations in Japanese. Interviews will be conducted in Japanese.
The Honjo International Scholarship Foundation has been established to provide scholarships to bright students who are struggling to study under different conditions in developing countries as well as to those Japanese students studying abroad, to help them learn advanced technologies and improve their good intentions will serve as a bridge connecting Japan with the rest of the world in culture and mutual friendships.
Honjo International Scholarship 2024 Details:
| Offered by: | Honjo International Scholarship Foundation |
| Degree level: | Masters, PhD |
| Scholarship coverage: | Fully Funded |
| Eligible nationality: | International |
| Award country: | Japan |
| Last Date: | 30 April 2024 |
Benefits of the Hanjo Foundation Scholarship in Japan 2024:
- The scholarship amount of Yan 210,000 per month is given for a 1-2 years degree.
- The scholarship amount of Yan 190,000 per month is given for 3 years of the degree.
- The scholarship amount of Yan 160,000 per month is given for a 4-5-year degree.
- The opportunity to participate in the conference and other events organized by the foundation.
- The traveling grant is provided to attend the conferences.
Eligibility Criteria of the Hanjo Foundation Scholarship 2024 in Japan:
- You must not hold Japanese citizenship.
- You must have enrolled yourself in September or October 2024 at graduation in Japan.
- Students, enrolled in the professional graduate school can apply only if they can submit the research plan.
- Your enrollment duration should be more than 12 months.
- For a master’s degree, the age should be 30 years.
- For PhD degree, the age should be 35 years.
- You must be passionate about serving your home country shortly.
- You must have a good understanding of the international friendship.
- You must be able to carry a basic conversation in the Japanese language.
Selection Process for the 2024 Japanese Scholarship:
- First phase: Screening of Documents.
- Second Phase: Interview.
- Third Phase: Final Result.
Documents Required for Honjo Scholarship for Foreign Students:
- Face photo
- A two-minute long video of the applicant where you discuss your research plan
- Academic transcript (academic transcripts of your undergraduate course should be provided in either Japanese or English. Include translations for transcripts in other languages.)
- Research Proposal (must include your planned research topic, how your studies will contribute to your home country’s development and your achievements in research, academics and social activities)
- Recommendation letter from your supervisor
- Admission letter or letter of acceptance
Application Process:
- How to apply for the Honjo International Foundation Scholarship in Japan?
- To apply, access the online application system by visiting the official website or click the ‘apply now’ button below.
- Make sure to provide all the necessary details and upload the digital files and documents as outlined above.
- The outcome of the first selection phase will be announced 30 July 2024.
- The second phase will take place in early July 2024, either in Tokyo or through video call. Precise interview schedules will be communicated directly to candidates who clear the initial screening.
- Moreover, the final announcement of the successful candidates of the Honjo International Foundation Scholarship will take place on 31 July 2024.
- Make sure to apply before the deadline if you want to become a Honjo Foundation Scholar.
