University exchange
Studying in Japan as an exchange student: programs, scholarships and what to prepare.
National Health Insurance for International Students in Japan: Enrollment, Coverage and Costs (2026)
Staying in Japan three months or more? How students join National Health Insurance within 14 days, what the 30% copay covers, premiums and the cost cap.
JASSO Student Exchange Support Program 2026: 80,000 Yen a Month for Short-term Exchange in Japan
JASSO pays 80,000 yen a month, not repayable, to selected exchange students on approved 8-day to 1-year programs. Eligibility, selection and 2026 figures.
MEXT Scholarship for Japanese Studies Students: Eligibility, Routes and the 2026 Timeline
MEXT's Japanese Studies track funds about a year in Japan. Eligibility, embassy vs. university routes, the 117,000-yen stipend and the 2026 timeline.
Coming to Japan as a University Exchange Student: How It Differs From Degree Study (2026)
How exchange study in Japan differs from degree study: the five short-term formats, typical lengths, Student status rules and part-time work limits.