JFIPP Research Fellowship at The Japan Foundation, Tokyo, Japan
About the Fellowship
The Japan Foundation Indo-Pacific Partnership (JFIPP) Research Fellowship is a prestigious international program aimed at strengthening intellectual collaboration in the Indo-Pacific region. With a focus on addressing pressing regional and global policy issues, this fellowship supports research that contributes to peace, prosperity, and a free and open Indo-Pacific. It offers researchers the opportunity to develop new networks, propose innovative policy ideas, and participate in a long-term vision of international cooperation.
Fellowship Details
- Position: JFIPP Research Fellow
- Institution: The Japan Foundation
- Administering Body: The Japan Foundation
- Location: Tokyo, Japan (and other countries in Indo-Pacific as per research proposal)
- Research Field: Policy-oriented Indo-Pacific Studies
- Type: Full-time Research Fellowship
- Duration: 4–12 months (flexible within 15-month window)
- Start Date (Anticipated): February 1 – December 31, 2026
- Working Hours: As per host institution norms
- Funding/Compensation:
- Round-trip international airfare (economy class)
- Monthly accommodation and research allowance
- Relocation allowance (one-time)
- Allowance for dependent family members (min. 3-month stay)
- Overseas travel insurance
- Required Degree/Diploma: Ph.D. or Master’s with 5+ years of relevant professional experience
Research Areas Supported
- Climate Change
- Global Health
- Disaster Risk Reduction and Recovery
- Economic and Energy Security
- Maritime Cooperation and Law
- Cybersecurity
- Digital Transformation
- Green Transition
- Demographic Shifts
- Social and Economic Disparity
- Development Cooperation
- Food Crisis Management
- Interdisciplinary Themes across Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Citizen of Japan, India, Australia, or the U.S.A., or
5+ years of strong professional experience in one of these countries - Holding a Ph.D. or a Master’s degree with minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience
- Proposal must involve multi-country research (at least two countries apart from base country)
- Fellowship tenure must include:
- At least 50% time in Japan for non-Japan-based fellows, or
- Time in one of the other three countries for Japan-based fellows
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proven research experience with publications
- International collaboration background
- Policy or fieldwork experience in the Indo-Pacific context
Not Eligible:
- Proposals based in only one country
- Applicants without required educational or professional experience
Fellowship Benefits
- Visa sponsorship (as required by host country)
- International round-trip airfare
- Accommodation and research allowance
- Relocation expenses (one-time)
- Family support allowance (for dependents staying 3+ months)
- Overseas health and travel insurance
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct policy-relevant, multi-country research
- Collaborate with local scholars or institutions in Indo-Pacific countries
- Engage in scholarly exchange and public outreach
- Produce working papers, policy briefs, or academic publications
- Present findings at relevant forums or conferences
Application Process
How to Apply:
Submit required documents by email to: JFIPP_research@jpf.go.jp
Subject Line: “JFIPP Fellowship Application”
Required Documents:
- (Form A) Executive Summary
- (Form B) Project Statement
- (Form C) Applicant and Project Information
- (Form D) Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- (Form E) At least two Confidential Reference Letters
Download Guidelines and Forms:
👉 Program Guidelines (PDF)
👉 Application Forms (ZIP)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Now Open for FY 2025
- Deadline: June 16, 2025 (Monday), 12:00 noon JST
- Final Results Notification: November 2025
- Start of Fellowship: February–December 2026
Where to Apply
- Institution Website: https://www.jpf.go.jp/e/
- Fellowship Page: JFIPP Fellowship Details
- Application Submission: Email to JFIPP_research@jpf.go.jp
📧 Contact for Queries
Email: JFIPP_research@jpf.go.jp
