Study in Japan! Call for Applications

The Embassy of Japan in the Philippines has announced the 2020 Japanese Government Scholarship Program for Teacher Training and Japanese Studies.

The Teacher Training Program is geared to those interested in the following areas of specialization educational administration (i.e. finance and management), educational methods (i.e. curriculum, learning system theory, and assessments), specialized subject research (physics, chemistry, math, etc.), and practice (specifically, in primary and secondary schools).

Eligibility Requirements: 

1. Filipino citizen
2. Born on or after April 2, 1985
3. At least (5) five years of teaching experience in primary or secondary schools as of October 1, 2020
4. Currently employed as a teacher in an elementary or secondary school
5. Interested in and willing to learn about Japanese culture

The Program for Japanese Studies is a one-year advanced Japanese language and cultural exchange program specifically tailored for undergraduate students.

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Filipino citizen
2. Born between April 2, 1990 and April 1, 2002 (18 to 30 years old)
3. Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student and majoring in fields related to Japanese language and/or Japanese culture.

Study in Japan Application Form:


According to its website, scholarship applications are to be submitted or via courier to this address:

Japan Information and Culture Center (JICC)
2627 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City 1300

Deadline of applications is on January 24, 2020.

More information on the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines Website