Award amountMonthly stipend: JPY400,000 (Long-Term Research), JPY310,000 (Doctoral)
Last checkedJun 24, 2026
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Application Instructions - Japan Foundation Fellowship for Arts and Culture in Asia
Application instructions for the Japan Foundation Fellowship for Arts and Culture in Asia (WA Project 2.0) for Fiscal Year 2026-27. Details eligibility, activities, benefits, and application procedures.
Stipend: 21,400 JPY/day (Short-term, Japan/Singapore), 14,400 JPY/day (Short-term, other countries)
Eligibility
Individuals active in arts and culture (artists, researchers, curators, etc.); Must reside in Japan, 10 ASEAN member countries, or Timor-Leste; Must hold nationality/citizenship/permanent residency in Japan, 10 ASEAN member countries, or Timor-Leste; Must be in good physical and mental health; Proficient in Japanese or English
Requirements
Projects must align with WA Project 2.0 objectives; Activities must be in eligible arts and culture areas; Activities must take place in Japan, ASEAN countries, or Timor-Leste; Must have acceptance from Host Institution or Individual; Fellowship Period must be continuous
Application materials
Completed application documents; Acceptance forms from Host Institution(s)/Individual(s)
How to apply
Download application documents from the website; Complete application documents following instructions; Upload completed documents to the Online Application Portal; Request Host Institution(s)/Individual(s) to upload acceptance forms
Important dates
Application deadline: December 2, 2025; Notification of results: Around late April, 2026; Fellowship commencement: Between June 15, 2026 and March 31, 2027
