Organization: Honjo International Scholarship Foundation
Host country: Japan
Degree level: Masters, Doctoral
Funding: Fully Funded
Deadline: October 31, 2026
Fields of study: All Subjects
The Honjo International Scholarship Foundation offers scholarships to foreign students who study or plan to study in a Japanese graduate school for a doctoral or master's degree. The foundation aims to support students who have the potential to become outstanding leaders contributing to the peaceful development of global society. The scholarship provides a substantial monthly stipend to cover living expenses and tuition costs throughout the duration of the degree.
Benefits
¥230,000/month (1-2 year degree)
¥210,000/month (3 year degree)
¥180,000/month (4-5 year degree)
Travel grant for international conferences
Eligibility
Must not possess Japanese citizenship
Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a Japanese graduate school
Master's applicants must be under 30; PhD applicants under 35
Must be able to communicate in Japanese (interviews are in Japanese)
Requirements
Academic Transcripts (Undergraduate and Graduate)
Research Plan or Proposal
Recommendation Letter from a supervisor
Two-minute video presentation on research work
Required Documents
Application Form (with photo)
Resume/CV
Personal Information Form
Admission Letter (if available)
Programs of Study
Master's Degree Program
Doctoral (PhD) Degree Program
Professional Graduate Program
Application Process
Confirm eligibility and check the application period
Access the online application system on the HISF website
Fill out the form and upload required documents (including video)
Receive application number upon successful submission
How to Apply
Visit the official Honjo International Scholarship Foundation website
Navigate to the 'Scholarship for Foreign Students' section
Complete the web application form between September and October
Selection Process
Document screening (First Selection)
Individual Interview in Japanese (Second Selection - usually in Tokyo or Online)