Atsumi International Foundation (Sekiguchi Global Research)
Provided by Atsumi International Foundation
Atsumi International Foundation offers one of the highest monthly stipends (¥250,000) for PhD students in their final dissertation year. It's specifically for doctoral candidates at Tokyo-area universities.
Quick Facts
- Amount
- ~¥250,000/month (~₹1.5 lakh) — tuition NOT covered
- Coverage
- Stipend Only
- Study Level
- PhD
- Deadline
- ~May
- Monthly Stipend
- ~¥250,000/month
📋 Eligibility
Doctoral students in the Tokyo area, final year of dissertation. Competitive selection.
👤 Who It's For (and the Catch)
For PhD students in their final year, based in Tokyo area. The catch: very specific eligibility—you must be writing your dissertation and at a Tokyo-area university.
Last verified: 2026-07-28
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