The program is broken down into three categories of donations. Categories A1 and A2 are intended primarily for institutions at which Japanese studies is in a relatively early stage of development. Categories B1 and B2 are intended primarily for those institutions that have established Japanese-language collections. The library of any American research or educational institution above high-school level is eligible to apply for this program. This program provides financial assistance to publishers for the publication of books on or relating to Japan in the humanities, social sciences, and fine arts, in languages other than Japanese.
Assistance is in the form of subsidies for production costs only.
Awards are normally limited to a maximum of one-quarter of these costs, provided that the estimates thereof are approved by the Foundation. Special consideration may be given to applicants from nonprofit organizations and for academic works, in which cases the maximum subsidy may be extended to one-half of printing and binding costs. November 1 Research Fellowships are intended for scholars, researchers, and professionals who wish to conduct research in Japan for periods ranging from two to 12 months. Scholars should hold an academic position in a research institution and have substantial experience in research, teaching, and writing in their respective fields of study. Approximately 11 fellowships will be awarded for the 2001-02 academic year.