Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research support individual researchers and teams pursuing creative basic and applied research across disciplines to advance science and lay a foundation for social development.
English application materials were posted July 14, 2026, for FY2027 Scientific Research (A/B/C), Challenging Research and Early-Career Scientists, and July 23, 2026, for FY2026 Fostering Joint International Research. Funding types, early-career eligibility wording and other program details also changed.
Research Fellowships for Young Scientists support young researchers in Japan pursuing independent work across the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences to develop future scientific leaders.
Grant Program for Japanese Studies Projects supports overseas organizations’ research, conferences, publications, and related activities to advance Japanese studies and deepen understanding of Japan.
The Sumitomo Foundation's Grant for Basic Science Research Projects funds innovative fundamental research to advance scientific knowledge and foster interdisciplinary collaboration.
International Joint Research Program supports researchers in Japan and overseas through joint research, seminars, and scientist exchanges to address shared challenges and develop young researchers.
Invitational Fellowships for Research in Japan support overseas researchers’ collaborative research, lectures, and exchanges with Japan-based colleagues to advance their work and academic research in Japan.