Applications of significant scientific merit will be forwarded to the JST for funding considerations. Applicants should send inquiries directly to the participating institutes. The institute will screen the applicant, and if willing to pursue the application, request pertinent documents and information. Applications are submitted through this process to JST twice a year, usually in January and June. Mr. Izumi Iketani Department of International Affairs Japan Science and Technology Corporation Kawaguchi Center Bldg.
Japanese language is preferable, but English is sufficient in most cases.
There is no age limit for short-term fellowships. The application materials must not exceed five pages in length. The curriculum vitae and supporting letters are not included in the page limit. The JSPS long-term fellowships are awarded 12 to 24 months. Click on Special instructions for information required to complete the application form.