The Japan Foundation’s Japanese Studies Overseas and Global Partnerships [Dialogue] grant funds international research and collaborative projects to advance Japanese studies and foster global academic networks.
Funder: Japan Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026: Japan-U.S. Global Partnership, Japanese Studies Fellowship, JFSEAP, Japan-ASEAN Global Partnership, JF-JSA-ASEAN, Japanese Studies Projects, Strengthening Research Networks | January 2027: Japan Outreach Initiative (JOI) | June 2027: Japan Foundation Indo-Pacific Partnership (JFIPP) Research Fellowship
Funding Amounts: Support varies by program; typically covers travel, research, and project costs for individuals and organizations; fellowships may last several months to two years.
Summary: Supports research, exchange, and collaborative projects to advance Japanese studies and international academic partnerships worldwide.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; deadlines are projected and may change.
The Japan Foundation’s Japanese Studies Overseas and Global Partnerships programs offer a suite of grants and fellowships to support research, academic exchange, and institution-building in Japanese studies worldwide. Funding is available for both individuals and organizations, enabling original research, cultural and academic outreach, collaborative projects, and the development of international research networks. Programs include fellowships for research in Japan, collaborative partnerships between Japan and the U.S. or ASEAN countries, network-building among Southeast Asian institutions, and outreach initiatives in underrepresented regions. Special initiatives such as the WA Project 2.0 focus on next-generation scholars and cross-regional partnerships.