Japan Study Support Scholarship 2026 | Application Guideline

Japan Study Support Scholarship

Applications are now being accepted from all qualified and interested international students for the 2026 Japan Study Support Scholarship.

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The Japan Study Support Scholarship offers a 300,000 Yen as financial support towards tuition, living and accommodation expenses.

The scholarship is applicable to undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral.

In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.


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Japan Study Support Scholarship Details

Japan Study Support Scholarships is welcoming international students from all over the world except Japanese citizens who wish to start their higher education institution in Japan.

Most of the scholarships are intended for international students studying at universities and colleges in Japan. As long as you adhere to the academic, age, financial requirements, getting a scholarship in Japan can be as simple as breathing.

Recipients of the scholarship are required to cooperate with JPSS activities (e.g., speaking at events, advising prospective international students, or being featured on SNS).

Japan Study Support Scholarship Benefits

Japan Study Support Scholarship for Foreign Students offers:

  • 300,000 yen to four successful applicants after enrollment at the designated university in Japan.

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Participating Universities for Japan Study Support Scholarship

There are about 1,300 universities, graduate schools, junior colleges, and vocational schools recruiting international students in Japan. 

2026 Japan Study Support Scholarship Requirements

To be eligible for the undergraduate and postgraduate 2026 Japan Study Support Scholarship, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

  • Has been accepted to enroll in a Japanese university undergraduate or graduate degree program starting September–November 2025 or in April–May 2026, and enrollment has been confirmed. 
  • Has a registered MY PAGE with JAPAN STUDY SUPPORT (hereinafter JPSS), 
  • Has received a message from aforesaid university via the “JPSS Scout function” prior to acceptance.

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  • Is able to interview in either Japanese or English.
  • Has a Japanese bank account (in the applicant’s name) in to which scholarship money can be paid. Internet banks will not be accepted.
  • Is not a Japanese citizen.

2026 Japan Study Support Scholarship Required Documents

While applying for the 2026 Japan Study Support Scholarship, you will be required to submit the following documents;

  • Application form (basic information)
  • Short essay (Up to 350 English words or 800 Japanese characters on your ‘Motivation to Study in Japan & Future Goals’. 
  • Self Introduction Video (no more than 30 seconds in length)
  • If any of the application documents or materials are found to contain false information, the application will be rejected and all and any scholarship already paid out must be paid back.
  • If a successful candidate does not complete, dropsout or is expelled from their higher education course all and any scholarship money must be paid back.
  • All scholarship recipients are required to submit periodic reports throughout their scholarship period (a few times per year).

How To Apply for 2026 Japan Study Support Scholarship

To apply for the 2026 Japan Study Support Scholarship, follow the instructions we have outlined below; 

  • Read the information we have provided on this webpage and ensure your eligibility
  • Register your page on JPSS portal for scouting
  • Apply for an undergraduate or postgraduate admission at any Japanese university
  • Apply for the Support Study Scholarship by creating and verifying your account
  • Attach all relevant documents and submit your application.

Begin your application by clicking on the button below.

Deadline: May 31st, 2026


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