Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Scholarship 2027, Japan (Fully Funded)
The Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Scholarship for Overseas Candidates 2027 is one of Japan’s most respected private-sector scholarships for international students planning to pursue undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral studies in Japan. Offered by the Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Foundation, this scholarship supports outstanding overseas applicants who wish to enroll in Japanese universities or graduate schools.
About the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship
This scholarship is designed specifically for overseas applicants who have not yet arrived in Japan. It supports degree-seeking students who will begin their studies in Japan in April or Fall of the designated year.
The program offers generous monthly stipends, airfare reimbursement, and support from Rotary districts across Japan.
Degree Level
- Bachelor
- Master's
- PhD
Available Subjects
- All subjects
Benefits
1. Monthly Stipend
- Undergraduates: 100,000 yen/month
- Master’s students: 140,000 yen/month
- Doctoral students: 140,000 yen/month
(Research students are not eligible.)
2. Airfare Support
- Reimbursement of actual airfare up to 250,000 yen (economy class only)
- Reimbursed after arrival in Japan
- Scholarship eligibility is lost if the applicant fails to arrive by the designated month of admission
Eligible Nationalities
Open to international students of all nationalities.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Japanese Language Requirement
- Applicants must have a basic understanding of Japanese
- JLPT N4 level proficiency is expected
2. University Application Requirement
- Applicants must apply to a Japanese university or graduate school on their own before applying for the scholarship
- A copy of the university admission application is required
3. Recommendation Requirement
- Graduate school applicants must submit a recommendation letter from their prospective supervisor/professor in Japan
4. Eligible Institutions
- Only degree programs in Japanese universities/graduate schools
- Language schools and universities outside Japan are not eligible
5. Registration Requirement
- Applicants must enter information into the official online forms and upload all required documents
- 2026 Application Timeline (Closed)
Application Procedure
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following documents:
- Scholarship Application Form
- Research Plan at Japanese University
- Essay: “Why I chose to study in Japan. My future plan after studying in Japan.”
- Recommendation Letter
- Copy of University Admission Application
- Additional documents as listed in the Application Guide
Important:
- Do not submit documents that are not required.
- Application Status for 2027 Intake (Not Open Yet)
- The Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship for 2027 has not yet opened. Applicants should:
- Begin preparing documents early
- Apply to Japanese universities ahead of time
- Monitor the official Rotary Yoneyama Foundation website for updates
- Expect the next cycle around October 2026 (based on past timelines)
- Preparing early ensures you are ready to submit as soon as applications open.
Conclusion
The Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Scholarship provides substantial financial and academic support for motivated students wishing to study in Japan. Although applications are currently closed and the 2027 intake has not been announced, students should begin preparing early and follow official updates closely to maximize their chances of success.
