Honjo International Scholarship Foundation Scholarships Apply Online 2026
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
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**Confirm Eligibility:** Review all eligibility criteria on the official website to ensure you meet the requirements.
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**Access Online Application System:** Enter the "online application system" through the official application portal.
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**Complete Application Form:** Fill out all necessary information in the application form online.
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**Upload Digital Files:** Upload all required digital files, including your face photo, academic transcripts, research proposal, and a two-minute video discussing your research plan.
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**Submit Recommendation Letter:** Your supervisor (current or previous) should send the recommendation letter directly from their email account to info@hisf.or.jp by the application deadline. The email subject should include your name and application number.
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**Provide Admission Proof:** Upload your admission letter or letter of acceptance from a Japanese graduate school. If this document is not available by the application deadline, indicate the probable date in the online system and send it to the Foundation via email as soon as it becomes available.
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**Receive Application Number:** After completing the application procedure, an application number will be issued. Save this number and the generated PDF of your application form, as it will be needed for result announcements.
FAQs for Honjo International Scholarship Foundation Scholarships
Q.Is a university nomination required to apply for the Honjo International Scholarship Foundation Scholarship?
No, university nomination is not required. Applicants can apply directly to the Honjo International Scholarship Foundation without pre-selection by their university, making it a more accessible option for international graduate students.
Q.What is the language requirement for the scholarship interview?
Interviews for the Honjo International Scholarship Foundation Scholarship are conducted exclusively in Japanese. Applicants must have the ability to hold everyday conversations in Japanese.
Q.Am I allowed to hold other scholarships if I receive the Honjo International Scholarship?
Generally, scholarship recipients are not permitted to receive any other scholarships in conjunction with the Honjo International Scholarship. However, there are specific exceptions: Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship, Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship for Privately Financed International Students, and JSPS International Fellowship are permissible.
Q.Can I work part-time while receiving the Honjo International Scholarship?
Yes, you can hold part-time jobs while receiving the scholarship, but they must be related to your studies (such as teaching assistant or research assistant) or international exchange affairs (such as translators or interpreters). Other forms of employment are generally not permitted.