MEXT Scholarship for 2024 Embassy Recommendation

Application for Japanese Studies Student - Embassy Recommendation

Embassy Recommendation Procedure

Recruitment for those arriving in Japan next October is made between December of the previous year and the following February. The first screening is conducted between January and February by the Japanese embassies or consulates general. As the application process and specific schedule differ according to the country of your nationality, please inquire the Japanese embassy or consulate general in your country for details. DO NOT send any application documents directly to MEXT in Japan.

List of Websites of Japanese Embassies, Consulates General

Documents for Application - Embassy Recommendation

Applicants MUST read through the Application Guidelines below and follow the instructions. Application Forms along with a Certificate of Health, and Recommendation Letter should be submitted to the Japanese embassy or consulate general in your country. These documents can be printed and filled out by hand, typed out, or filled out with software applications and printed out.

Application Guidelines
Application Guidelines for Japanese Studies Students
Application Guidelines for Japanese Studies Students (in Japanese)
Course Guide of Japanese Studies Program(MEXT Site)
Application Forms
Application Form for FY2024
Placement Preference Application Form for FY2024
Certificate of Health
Note: Certificate of Health must be filled in by a professional medical doctor.
Recommendation Letter Sample
Note: This is a sample. Any form/style of letter is to be accepted.

Past Examination Questions

Past examination questions of courses for Teacher Training Students have not been disclosed. Please refer to the Japanese and English examination questions in the Past Examination Questions for other courses below.

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