There are 8 verified scholarships matching Scholarships to Study in Japan for African Students 2026, of which 7 are fully funded. Top listings include AfDB Japan Africa Dream Scholarship, Honjo International Scholarship Foundation – Graduate Scholarship in Japan, Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo / Tokyo Tech) MEXT University-Recommended Graduate Scholarship. All are free to apply and link directly to official provider portals.
Explore 8 scholarships that allow African students to study in Japan in 2026. Japan is home to world-renowned universities offering excellent academic programmes, research opportunities, and cultural experiences. Many of these scholarships are fully funded, covering tuition, accommodation, travel, and living costs. Whether you want to pursue undergraduate, masters, or doctoral studies, Japan offers pathways for ambitious African scholars. Scholar Africa brings together all available opportunities in one place so you can compare, filter, and apply efficiently.
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Explore 8 scholarships that allow African students to study in Japan in 2026. Japan is home to world-renowned universities offering excellent academic programmes, research opportunities, and cultural experiences. Many of these scholarships are fully funded, covering tuition, accommodation, travel, and living costs. Whether you want to pursue undergraduate, masters, or doctoral studies, Japan offers pathways for ambitious African scholars. Scholar Africa brings together all available opportunities in one place so you can compare, filter, and apply efficiently.
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Scholar Africa lists 8 scholarships for African students to study in Japan.
7 of the 8 scholarships are fully funded.
Available levels include Masters, PhD, Undergraduate.
Yes, most African students will need a student visa. Many scholarship programmes assist with the visa process and some cover visa fees.