Provided by Kobayashi International Scholarship Foundation
The Kobayashi International Scholarship Foundation provides monthly stipends of ¥150,000–¥180,000 for Asian students (including Indians) studying in Japan. The scholarship is available at all levels from undergraduate to PhD, with university nomination required.
Asian nationality (India eligible). Under 35. University nomination required. Japanese language study needed.
For Asian students under 35 enrolled in Japan with strong academics. The catch: requires university nomination and Japanese language study—direct applications not accepted.
Last verified: 2026-07-29
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Full tuition + approx. ¥117,000–¥145,000/month stipend (~₹69,000–₹86,000)
Full ScholarshipFull tuition + approx. ¥143,000–¥145,000/month stipend (~₹84,000–₹86,000)
Stipend Only¥48,000/month (~₹28,000) — tuition NOT covered
Tuition WaiverUp to 100% tuition waiver (approx. ¥535,800/year = ~₹3.2 lakh saved)
This scholarship can be used at many Japanese universities.
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