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Invitational Fellowships for Research in Japan

Invitational Fellowships — 2nd Recruitment (Short-term only)

Supports Japan researchers with structured pathways in short invitation fellowships for global exchange, from planning to deployment.

The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Invitational Fellowships for Research in Japan invite overseas researchers with outstanding records to engage in collaborative research and academic exchange at Japanese institutions. The FY2027 Second Recruitment accepts applications for the Short-term fellowship tier only; researchers seeking the Long-term tier must apply in the First Recruit

Inviting senior overseas researchers to Japan for short collaborative visits.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.23 Apr 2027
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.jsps.go.jp