MEXT 2025 Teachers Training Scholarship in Japan Fully Funded

Applicants from countries with strong diplomatic ties to Japan, including those with a Japanese embassy or consulate, can apply. This includes nations like Pakistan, Bangladesh, India,Afghanistan, Ghana, Algeria, and many more. Check the official list for full details here

  • Applicants must be from a country with diplomatic ties to Japan.
  • Must hold a degree from a recognized university or teacher training institute.
  • Require at least 5 years of teaching experience in primary or secondary schools by October 1, 2025. University faculty members are not eligible.
  • Must be physically and mentally fit to study in Japan for 18 months.
  • Must be born after April 2, 1990.
  • Should be willing to learn Japanese and adapt to life in Japan.
  • Accepted applicants must arrive in Japan at least two weeks before the program starts.
  • Full airfare coverage.
  • Monthly stipend of 143,000 JPY.
  • Additional allowance of 2,000–3,000 JPY for specific regions.
  • Transportation support within Japan.
  • Study at top universities and experience Japanese culture.
  • A life-changing opportunity for international teachers.
  • Application & Placement Preference Form
  • Certified transcripts & diploma
  • Employment certificate
  • Recommendation letter from the current employer
  • Medical certificate
  • Japanese language proficiency certificate (if available)
  • Other supporting documents

This fully funded program provides teachers with a unique opportunity to enhance their skills in one of the world’s leading education systems while experiencing Japan’s culture.

Application Process

  1. Click on the Apply Now button at the end of this section.
  2. Apply through the Japanese Embassy or Consulate in your home country. Find your Embassy here.
  3. Visit the official website of your country’s Japanese Embassy to download the application form.
  4. Fill out the form and submit all required documents to your country’s Japanese Embassy before the deadline.
  5. Do not send applications directly to MEXT Japan.
  • The MEXT Teachers Training Scholarship 2025 deadline varies by country. Check with your local Japanese Embassy for details.