UNESCO/Japan Young Researchers’ Fellowships Programme 2026

The UNESCO/Japan Young Researchers’ Fellowships Programme (also known as UNESCO/Keizo Obuchi Research Fellowships Programme) supports young researchers from selected Member States to pursue postgraduate research in Japan. The program focuses on heritage conservation and management, sustainable development, and artificial intelligence, with a grant of up to $10,000 to cover research-related expenses. Applicants must be under 40, hold a Master's degree, and secure acceptance from a Japanese academic supervisor.