Two JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science) postdoctoral fellowships are open to young researchers wishing to conduct research in Japan.

JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowships Grants 2026

Two main programmes are currently underway:
Short-Term Fellowship: stays of 3 to 12 months
Standard Fellowship: stays of up to 24 months

Deadlines on 10 and 12 November 2025 respectively.

In addition, a Summer Programme (2½ months) for M2 students or doctoral students is also open until 6 November 2025. Less competitive, it is a good opportunity for first contact with research in Japan:
Call for Applications: JSPS Summer Programme 2026
https://international.cnrs.fr/en/actualite/bourses-jsps-standard-2026/