Ajinomoto Postgraduate Scholarship 2026: Fully Funded Opportunity for International Students in Japan

Are you an international student aspiring to pursue a postgraduate program in Japan? Here’s an incredible opportunity you don’t want to miss! Ajinomoto, in partnership with seven prestigious Japanese universities, is offering a fully-funded scholarship for the 2026 academic year, covering tuition, monthly stipends, and travel costs.

Participating Universities

The Ajinomoto Postgraduate Scholarship 2026 is open to students applying to the following universities:

• Kagawa Nutrition University
• The University of Tokyo
• Kyoto University
• Waseda University
• Tokyo Institute of Technology
• Nagoya University
• Ochanomizu University

Ajinomoto Postgraduate Scholarship – Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

• Full tuition fees, acceptance fees, and examination fees
• Monthly stipend:
  • ¥150,000 for research students (1 year)
  • ¥180,000 for Master’s courses (payable for 2 years)
• One-way flight ticket to Japan

This ensures that international students can fully focus on their studies without financial worries.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Ajinomoto Postgraduate Scholarship 2026, applicants must:

• Be under 35 years of age
• Have graduated or be expected to graduate with excellent results (GPA ≥ 3.5)
• Possess acceptable Japanese language proficiency
• Not be a recipient of any other scholarship

Required Documents

Applicants may need to provide the following documents:

• Full academic transcripts
• Japanese language proficiency certificate
• International passport
• University application form
• Any other supporting documents as listed in the Ajinomoto application portal

Application Deadline

• Start Date: January 5, 2026
• End Date: March 5, 2026

Ensure you submit your application before the deadline to be considered.

How to Apply

Visit the official Ajinomoto Scholarship Website to complete and submit your application.

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