Honjo International Scholarship Foundation Scholarship
Monthly stipend (¥180,000–¥230,000 depending on programme length) for international students pursuing master's or doctoral degrees at Japanese universities, with no repayment obligation.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s, PhD
Destination
Japan
Funding
Monthly stipend (non-repayable): ¥230,000/month for 1–2 year programmes; ¥210,000/month for 3-year programmes; ¥180,000/month for 4–5 year programmes. Does not cover tuition.
Eligible applicants
International students enrolled in or planning a graduate programme at a Japanese university; all nationalities; master's (≤30 yrs) or PhD (≤35 yrs); 12+ months study; direct application
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Overview
Honjo International Scholarship Foundation Scholarship is offered by Honjo International Scholarship Foundation for Master’s, PhD study in Japan. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- AgeMaster's applicants must start programme by age 30; PhD applicants must start by age 35; no exceptions
- University admissionMust be planning to enroll (April 2027) or already enrolled in a graduate school at a Japanese university; programme duration must be 12+ months
- Honjo Foundation online application formRequired
- Research plan (Foundation template)Required
- 2-minute research videoRequired
- Academic transcriptsRequired
What this scholarship covers
¥230,000/month (1–2 yr programmes)
May be included
¥210,000/month (3-yr programmes)
May be included
¥180,000/month (4–5 yr programmes)
May be included
Monthly stipend (non-repayable): ¥230,000/month for 1–2 year programmes; ¥210,000/month for 3-year programmes; ¥180,000/month for 4–5 year programmes. Does not cover tuition. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
Foundation scholarship
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Applicant group: International graduate students.
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordCompetitive
- Strong commitment to research; must submit a research plan and demonstrate intention to contribute to home country
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Japan
Official eligibility summary
Open to: International students enrolled in or planning a graduate programme at a Japanese university; all nationalities; master's (≤30 yrs) or PhD (≤35 yrs); 12+ months study; direct application. Honjo International Scholarship Foundation also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
Applicant profile
- International students enrolled in or planning a graduate programme at a Japanese university; all nationalities; master's (≤30 yrs) or PhD (≤35 yrs); 12+ months study; direct application
Study route
- Master’s, PhD study in Japan
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to: International students enrolled in or planning a graduate programme at a Japanese university; all nationalities; master's (≤30 yrs) or PhD (≤35 yrs); 12+ months study; direct application. Honjo International Scholarship Foundation also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Japanese graduate school admission letter
How to apply
- 1
Complete the online application at hisf.or.jp between September 1 and October 31, 2026
- 2
Submit a research plan using the Foundation's template
- 3
Record and submit a 2-minute video explaining your research
- 4
Include your admission letter if available (or enter the expected date)
Application timeline
Application cycle
2027 cohort: September 1–October 31, 2026 (OPEN NOW). Application through the Foundation directly at hisf.or.jp.
The listed deadline is October 31, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Honjo International Scholarship Foundation
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is October 31, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.