The Shinohara Yoshiko Memorial Foundation (Location: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yoshimi Shinohara, hereinafter "Shinohara Foundation") has begun accepting applications for the "2026 Shinohara Foundation USA, UK, Canada English Study Abroad Scholarship" from July 1, 2026 (Wed).

This scholarship program aims to foster future global leaders who will be responsible for "improving labor productivity and maximizing well-being," the foundation's mission. Targeting high school students, high school foundation course students, university students, and working adults, we provide non-reimbursable grants (with continuous support available) to strongly back individuals who aspire to challenge themselves overseas, overcoming financial barriers.

Special Website:

https://ysmf.or.jp/sp/study-abroad/

Application Platform (GAKUCI):

https://gaxi.jp/organization/WEmzv6Z20Z6pXeyJ/project/KZ5vB8EB9l69qm4J

Background and Vision: "The passion of individuals challenging the world will change the future."

The Shinohara Foundation has continuously pursued various approaches, such as research grants and skill development support, to solve social issues and foster diverse human resources. In a rapidly changing global society, the existence of "next-generation leaders" who have immersed themselves in different cultures and environments and absorbed diverse values is indispensable for Japan to achieve true well-being.

While overseas study offers significant growth opportunities, the reality is that it entails high financial burdens and psychological hurdles. We want to be a companion to those who, regardless of age or current affiliation, aspire to study English abroad in "the USA, UK, or Canada" with high aspirations and passion. The Shinohara Foundation will provide comprehensive support, not just financial aid, for the first step as leaders who will enrich Japan's future and the world.

"2026 English Study Abroad Scholarship" Application Overview

To support diverse challenges, we have established four application categories tailored to each stage, from high school students to working adults.

【Eligibility and Categories】

- High School Student Category

- High School Foundation Course Category (Study abroad for preparatory courses leading to university admission, etc.)

- University Student Category

- Working Adult Category

【Grant Details】

This is a "grant-type scholarship" with no repayment obligation during the period of support.

Continuous Support Available:

We support the stability of long-term study abroad life by meeting the conditions for submitting and updating academic transcripts, attendance certificates, and regular academic/progress reports (requires submission of proof of advancement and reports every six months, for up to 4 years).

【Application and Selection Schedule】

Application Start: July 1, 2026 (Wed)

Application Deadline: September 18, 2026 (Fri) Noon

First Selection Results Notification: Around early November 2026

Second Selection (Interviews, etc.): Around late November 2026

Second Selection Results Notification: Around mid-December 2026

How to Apply

Applications and inquiries for this scholarship will be handled collectively through the scholarship platform "GAKUCI." An "Application Category Confirmation Chart" and "FAQ" are available on the official website to help you confirm which category you fall into. Please be sure to review these before applying.

GAKUCI Application Page:

https://gaxi.jp/organization/WEmzv6Z20Z6pXeyJ/project/KZ5vB8EB9l69qm4J

(※Dedicated entry URLs for high school students, university students, working adults, etc., can also be accessed from the foundation's official website.)

About the Shinohara Yoshiko Memorial Foundation

The Shinohara Foundation, with its mission of "improving labor productivity and maximizing well-being," is engaged in creating innovation and fostering human resources to solve social issues. To date, we have carried out diverse grant and support programs, including hosting the "Care Tech Innovation Contest" to solve issues in fields such as nursing care and healthcare with technology, and developing "Hata-Sapo! NEXT" to support the skill development of the next generation. Through this overseas study scholarship program, we aim to cultivate individuals with a global perspective and contribute to the realization of a better society.

【Foundation Overview】

Name: Shinohara Yoshiko Memorial Foundation (Shinohara Foundation)

Representative Director: Yoshimi Shinohara

Established: February 2014

Head Office Location: Shinjuku El Tower 6F, 1-6-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Official URL: https://ysmf.or.jp/

【Contact Information for Inquiries】

For questions regarding applications, please use the inquiry form within "GAKUCI" above.

For media inquiries and interview requests, please contact the Foundation Secretariat (inquiry contact on the official website).

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