Nichibunken Programs to Stay in Japan
The International Research Center for Japanese Studies (Nichibunken) opens its doors to the world by inviting many scholars from foreign countries. The three programs below will provide you with opportunities to spend time in residence at Nichibunken to advance your own research. We are looking forward to your application!
Visiting Research Scholars
Eligibility
·Ìý Researchers who are not older than 65 years when the research period begins. Applicants should meet either one of the following criteria.
·Ìý      (1) Researchers of any nationality employed by a foreign university or other foreign research institution in possession of a doctoral degree.
·Ìý      (2) Those whom the Director-General deems to have qualifications or research ability equivalent to those in (1) above.
Period of Stay
·Ìý Between 3 months to 12 months
Financial Support
·Ìý - International air ticket: Round-trip discount economy-class airfareÂ
- SalaryÂ
- Research allowance
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JF-Nichibunken Fellowship Program
Eligibility
·Ìý Post-doctoral researchers who have received their Ph.D. within six years.
Period of Stay
·Ìý Up to 24 months
Financial Support
·Ìý - International air ticket: Round-trip discount economy-class airfareÂ
- Stipend and other allowances
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Nichibunken Academic Encouragement Award
Eligibility
·Ìý Doctoral students recommended by overseas institutions holding academic exchange agreements with Nichibunken or International member institutions (Full member) of the Consortium for Global Japanese Studies.
Period of Stay
·Ìý Up to 90 days
Financial Support
·Ìý - International air ticket: Round-trip discount economy-class airfareÂ
- Accommodation and per diem allowances during your stay
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