JF-Nichibunken Fellowship Program
Joint Japan Foundation–Nichibunken postdoctoral fellowships for Japanese Studies researchers resident at Nichibunken in Kyoto for 6–24 months.
| Amount / funding | not stated — no estimate basis |
|---|---|
| Deadline | 1 December 2026 (JST) |
| Start date | Proposed commencement between 1 September 2027 and 1 March 2028; continuous stay over 6 months to a maximum of 24 months |
| Level | Postdoc |
| Funding type | partial |
| Field |
About this scholarship
Joint Japan Foundation–Nichibunken postdoctoral fellowships for Japanese Studies researchers resident at Nichibunken in Kyoto for 6–24 months.
Minimum requirements
Post-doctoral researchers in the field of Japanese Studies; jointly organized by the Japan Foundation and the International Research Center for Japanese Studies (Nichibunken); Fellows expected to gain experience as project facilitators through operation/management work at meetings/workshops and to form/expand networks in international exchange; full-time research at Nichibunken; host advisor/research associate designated by Nichibunken after selection.
Application checklist
- Download the application form, fill it out, and submit the completed and signed form as an email attachment to JF (JF-Nichibunken, Japan Foundation Japanese Studies Department, Tokyo)
- check the official page for further requirements
Application tips
- Only about three fellows are invited — this is a small, competitive call.
- The stay must be continuous, over 6 months to a maximum of 24 months, starting between 1 September 2027 and 1 March 2028.
- Expect facilitator duties (meetings/workshops) alongside full-time research.
- Nichibunken House accommodation is available but charged and not guaranteed — budget accordingly.
Always verify deadline, amount and eligibility on the official page before applying. Values marked ESTIMATE are based on a previous cycle and are not confirmed for the current round.
Tags: Japanese studies, Humanities, Social sciences