Japan
Japan Foundation
- Japanese Studies Overseas and Intellectual Exchange
- Japanese Studies Fellowship Program
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OUTLINE |
Japan Foundation offers fellowships to further efficient promotion of Japanese Studies and intellectual exchange between Japan and the rest of the world. |
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RESEARCH FIELDS |
Japan related, humanities, social sciences |
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ORGANISATION |
Japan Foundation |
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ELIGIBILITY |
Scholars of Japanese studies, Non-profit organizations |
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WHAT IS FUNDED |
Fellowships for overseas Japanese studies scholars to conduct research in Japan and grant programs for collaborative research and dialogue projects carried out to contribute to solving the problems confronting the world |
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DURATION |
〈Long-Term〉2 months (60 days) to 12 months |
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DEADLINE |
Annually, usually December |
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LINK |
Link to further information about the programs (https://www.jpf.go.jp/e/program/intel.html) (If you experience difficulties with the attached link, copy the URL and open it in a separate browser) |
Japan Society for the Promotion Science
JSPS Open Partnerships, Joint Projects and Seminars
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OUTLINE |
JSPS promotes international scientific exchanges between Japan and counterpart countries in accordance with agreements or memoranda of understanding concluded with partner agencies in those countries (in Denmark: Danske Universiteter). |
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RESEARCH FIELDS |
Various |
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ORGANISATION |
Japan Society For The Promotion of Science |
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ELIGIBILITY |
Depends on agreement, check the list of countries eligible under each agreement |
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WHAT IS FUNDED |
Mainly joint research projects, joint seminars and researchers’ exchange |
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DURATION |
Various |
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DEADLINE |
Depends on instrument |
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LINK |
For further information about JSPS programs and fellowships click here Please note: JSPS contains several funding opportunities. The list is regularly updated. Check the link above for current funding opportunities. |
Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science
JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
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OUTLINE |
The purpose of this program is to provide opportunities for young postdoctoral researchers from overseas to conduct, under the guidance of their hosts, cooperative research with leading research groups in Japanese universities. |
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RESEARCH FIELDS |
Humanities, social sciences, natural sciences |
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ORGANISATION |
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science |
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ELIGIBILITY |
Danish applications are submitted to Danske Universiteter who annually recommends two applicants to JSPS. Candidates for the fellowship must hold a doctorate degree when the fellowship goes into effect. |
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DURATION |
12-24 months |
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DEADLINE |
5 months prior to start of program between 1 April and 30 November |
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LINK |
Read more on Danske Universiteters website |
Sasakawa Peace Foundation
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OUTLINE |
Promoting international exchange, international cooperation, international understanding. |
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RESEARCH FIELDS |
Various |
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ORGANISATION |
Sasakawa Peace Foundation |
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ELIGIBILITY |
Non-profit and voluntary organisations. Applications are accepted regardless of nationality. |
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WHAT IS FUNDED |
Projects pertaining to
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DURATION |
1-3 years |
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DEADLINE |
As projects eligible for grants begin on 1 April, the deadline is the last day of October the previous year. However applications may be submitted at any time. |
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LINK |
Read more on Sasakawa Peace Foundation's website: https://www.spf.org/e/ (If you experience difficulties with the attached link, copy the URL and open it in a separate browser) |
Toshiba International Foundation
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OUTLINE |
TIFO strives to contribute to enhance international understanding of Japan by promoting cultural exchanges, including the organization and sponsorship of symposia and seminars. |
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RESEARCH FIELDS |
Research must relate to and promote the understanding of Japan. |
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ORGANISATION |
Toshiba International Foundation |
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ELIGIBILITY |
Non-profit organizations capable of performing the proposed project. Ineligible: Applications from individuals and applications for expenses to stay in Japan for an extended period |
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WHAT IS FUNDED |
Symposia and seminars, cultural programs, research and studies, programs that train students who will promote international understanding of Japan |
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DURATION |
Various |
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DEADLINE |
Annually, November |
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LINK |
Read more on Toshiba International Founation's website: http://www.toshibafoundation.com/index.html (If you experience difficulties with the attached link, copy the URL and open it in a separate browser) |
Toyota Foundation – Research Grant Program
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OUTLINE |
The Toyota Foundation provides grants to research and projects relating to human and natural environments, social welfare, and education and culture, in line with our founding philosophy of “contributing to the realization of a human-oriented society for the sake of greater human happiness.” |
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RESEARCH FIELDS |
Various |
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ORGANISATION |
The Toyota Foundation |
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ELIGIBILITY |
No limitations with regard to the nationality or place of residence of the project representative or participants, nor any restriction with regard to their affiliation (or lack thereof) with a university, research institute, NPO/NGO, or other organization. |
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WHAT IS FUNDED |
Joint and individual projects |
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DURATION |
1-2 years |
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DEADLINE |
Annually, June/July. |
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LINK |
Read more on Toyota Foundation's website: http://www.toyotafound.or.jp/english/index.html |