Budo (Traditional Martial Arts) Culture and Heritage Scholarship

Merit award dedicated to undergraduate scholars practicing Judo, Kendo, Kyudo, or Naginata, fostering the international philosophical transmission of Japanese Budo.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Hold at least Shodan (1st dan black belt) in a recognized Japanese martial art.
English language proficiency: Japanese B2.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required.
Thesis / Research statement: Dan ranking certificate, competition record, and essay on Budo philosophy.
Recommendation letters: Dojo master or federated sensei recommendation.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: ¥300,000 annual scholarship funded by the All Japan Judo and Kendo Federations
Application fee: ¥0
Tuition / joining costs: Subsidized directly towards tuition

Dates and verification

Application deadline: July 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Nippon Sport Science University - Yokohama Kenshidai Campus documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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