Upon the concept of the founder of the Matsumae International Foundation (MIF), “Towards A Greater Understanding of Japan and a Lasting World Peace”, MIF has started the Research Fellowship Program in 1980.
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Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must obtain a Letter of Invitation from host institutions in Japan.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. (Doctorate) degree, or be recognized by MIF as possessing equivalent academic qualifications.
Applicants must be 49 years old or younger at the time when documents are submitted.
Applicants must have sufficient conversational ability in the English or Japanese language.
Applicants should not have past or current experiences of staying in Japan. (Except for short-term stay. E.g. sightseeing, conferences)
Applicants should be in employment in their home countries, and must return to their countries upon completion of their MIF fellowship tenure.
