Matsumae Fellowship 2026 in Japan
The Applications are now open to apply for the Matsumae (MIF) Fellowship 2026 in Japan. It is a Fully Funded Fellowship in Japan for International candidates to conduct Research in Japanese Institutes.
The Goal of the Matsumae International Foundation (MIF) Fellowship is to provide a Research Opportunity to overseas applicants to carry out research activities in Japan, thereby contributing to academic development in Japan as well as international friendship and goodwill.
Host Institutes in Japan
- Applicants are free to choose their host institution in Japan from universities, national research institutions, or equivalent facilities in the private sector.
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to obtain acceptance from the host institution before applying to the MIF.
Duration
- Six months (June 2026 – March 2027). Specify start/end months in Application Form #1 (e.g., Sep 2026 – Feb 2027)
Research Fields
- Natural Science
- Engineering
- Medicine
Summary of the Matsumae Fellowship 2026
- Type: Fellowship
- Country to study: Japan
- Location: Any University or institute in Japan
- Duration: Six Months
- Eligible Countries: All except Japanese citizens
- Benefits: A Monthly Allowance, Arrival Fund, Round-trip Air Transportation, Insurance…and more
- Deadline: 30th June, 2025
Eligibility Requirements for the Matsumae Fellowship 2026
- The Fellowship is open to all Nationals except Japanese Citizens.
- Applicants must obtain acceptance from a host institution in Japan before applying.
- Applicants must hold a Ph.D. (Doctoral Degree) at the time of application.
- Applicants must be 45 years old or younger at the time of application (born in or after 1980).
- Applicants must have sufficient English or Japanese language ability.
- Applicants should not have past or current experiences of staying in Japan (other than short-term stays for sightseeing or conferences).
- Applicants must have an occupation in their home countries, return there upon completing their fellowship tenure, and contribute to the development of their own country.
The Program Covers:
- A Monthly Allowance
- Arrival Fund
- Round-trip Air Transportation
- Insurance
- Study Tour
Application Documents
- Research Plan
- Application Form
- Reason for Application
- Soft copy of Publications
- CV and list of Publications
- Recommendation letter from employer
- Soft copies of academic transcript and diploma/degree
- Invitation letter from a Host Japanese professor or scholar.
You cannot apply online. All applicants must submit their application and documents via email to [email protected].
The results will be announced on the MIF website in late November 2025, and successful applicants will receive a letter of selection.
Deadline: 30th June, 2025
