*Otsuka Toshimi Fully-funded Scholarship 2026 at APU Japan*

About this Otsuka Scholarship

The Otsuka Toshimi Scholarship Foundation offers generous financial support to self-supporting international students in Japan, aiming to foster cross-cultural exchange, academic achievement, and mutual development.

Purpose: To promote friendship between Japan and other countries by supporting the education of individuals who will contribute to global academic, cultural, and educational collaboration.

Otsuka Toshimi Scholarship Benefits

• Annual financial support of: ¥2,000,000, ¥1,500,000, or ¥1,000,000
  (The scholarship amount is decided by the selection committee.)
• Duration: April 2026 to March 2027 (1 year max while enrolled)
• Renewal: Possible for up to 2 years total
• Total awardees: To be determined (only 1 student per country/region can be recommended).
  

  Ideal Applicants for This Scholarship

  You must meet all of the following:

  • A non-Japanese national with “college student” visa status.
  • 38 years old or younger as of April 1, 2026.
  • Enrolled in a graduate-level degree program (Master: 3rd semester; Doctor: 4th or 5th semester).
  • Not receiving any other scholarships during this period.
  • GPA requirements as specified by APU’s screening criteria.
    • Residing in Japan and expected to complete your program on time.
    • Must not have applied directly to this foundation or through APU in previous cycles.
    • Must not leave Japan for 40+ days during the award year.

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    Required Responsibilities of Awardees

    • Submit a Letter of Agreement upon selection.
    • Attend a certification ceremony between July–August 2025.
    • Must have a professor/supervisor who will guide the submission process.

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    Apply: https://en.apu.ac.jp/studentsupport/scholarship_tuition/international/
    Call: https://en.apu.ac.jp/studentsupport/assets/file/scholarship_tuition/international/2026/2026_Otsuka_Toshimi_Scholarship_INFO_E.pdf