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Various Prefectural / Municipal Scholarships (e.g., Shizuoka Prefecture Scholarship)

Applications closed Bachelor,Masters,PhD Merit-Based Partially Funded Need-Based
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Award JPY 20,000 / per month Paid per month. Confirm the latest figures on the official page.
Deadline May 31, 2026 Deadline passed
Duration 1 Year How long the scholarship support typically lasts.
Funding type Merit-Based, Partially Funded, Need-Based Whether the award is fully funded, partial, merit-based, or similar.

About this scholarship

What this award covers and who it is designed to support.

Scholarships offered by prefectures, cities, and local international associations. They often require applicants to reside or study in that specific region.

Scholarship details

Key facts about level, field, location, and institutions.

Study level

Bachelor,Masters,PhD

Field of study

Engineering

Host country

Japan

Competition

Medium

Opens

March 1, 2026

Eligibility

Who can apply and what academic or personal criteria you need to meet.

Typically you must be living in or attending a school in the awarding prefecture/city. Most require a valid student visa.

Application requirements

Documents and steps typically needed when you submit your application.

Application form, transcripts, certificate of enrollment, proof of residence, recommendation letter, and sometimes an interview.

What is covered

Tuition, living costs, and other expenses included in this award.

Mainly living expenses; a few also cover part of rent or travel costs.

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