OpenFieldInternational Research Institute for Zen Buddhism (IRIZ) Fellowship
Prestigious research fellowship for international scholars investigating Rinzai Zen textual manuscripts, Chan Buddhist philology, or Kyoto temple cultural archives.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree in Buddhist studies, Asian philosophy, or Japanese history with high academic honors
- English language proficiency
- JLPT N1 and proficiency in classical Kanbun or Classical Chinese
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Original research proposal on Zen monastic chronicles or epigraphy
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic letters from senior Buddhist studies or Asian history professors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- ¥1,200,000 annual research stipend plus full tuition waiver
- Application fee
- Free application
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full doctoral tuition remission
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Hanazono University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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