Can I study in Japan without Japanese language skills?

Yes. MEXT University Recommendation and G30 programmes (Tokyo, Kyoto, Tohoku, Osaka, Tsukuba, Nagoya, Keio, Waseda, etc.) are taught entirely in English.

How much does it cost to live in Japan as a student?

Budget JPY 100,000–150,000 per month for rent, food and transport outside Tokyo; JPY 150,000–200,000 in central Tokyo. MEXT stipends cover this for most cities.

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International University of Japan

All scholarships listed in our database from International University of Japan, hosted in Japan. Each card links to the official sponsor page.

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Japan funds African students through MEXT, ABE Initiative and JICA, with English-taught Masters and PhDs across the G30 universities.

Capital: Tokyo
Languages: English / Japanese
Visa: Student visa (Ryūgaku) via a Certificate of Eligibility issued by the host university.

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Scholarships from International University of Japan

1 total · 1 currently open

S. Nakayama Memorial Scholarship
Open · First international intake December 10, 2026; second February 11, 2027. Earlier rounds strongly recommended.
International University of Japan: 30–100% tuition; Premium includes JPY 100,000 monthly and partial admission fee. Eligibility and application conditions apply.
Award
Varies
Level
Masters
Host country
Japan
Eligibility: International IUJ entrants selected on academic merit; Student visa required.

History & track record

Founded

Not published

Awards granted

1 listed here

Count of awards we have catalogued

Currently open

1 live · 0 closed for now

In our catalogue since

2026

Latest award added 2026

Every International University of Japan award we have listed

2026S. Nakayama Memorial Scholarship
Masters · Varies · Deadline: First international intake December 10, 2026; second February 11, 2027. Earlier rounds strongly recommended.

Studying in Japan — quick answers

Can I study in Japan without Japanese language skills?: Yes. MEXT University Recommendation and G30 programmes (Tokyo, Kyoto, Tohoku, Osaka, Tsukuba, Nagoya, Keio, Waseda, etc.) are taught entirely in English.
How much does it cost to live in Japan as a student?: Budget JPY 100,000–150,000 per month for rent, food and transport outside Tokyo; JPY 150,000–200,000 in central Tokyo. MEXT stipends cover this for most cities.