The BDK Fellowship for Foreign Scholars was established in 1991, and it aims to promote international cooperation and mutual understanding in Buddhist studies, and is intended to enable researchers to engage in advanced research on Buddhism while in Japan.
BDK Fellowship holders are affiliated with Japanese universities such as Kyoto University, the University of Tokyo, Ryukoku University, Bukkyo University, etc., and focus on their studies and research for a year in Japan. Most of the past scholarship holders hold professorships at universities in North America, Europe, and other countries in the world. Their efforts contribute to the promotion of Buddhist studies in today's world.
1. Must be of non-Japanese nationality
2. Must be under 40 years of age at the time of application
3. Preferably advanced graduate students working toward a Ph.D. degree
4. Must be able to engage in the academic study of Buddhism for one full year
5. Must be affiliated with a Japanese university or research institute while in Japan
※Those who meet the above conditions should prepare the required documents and submit them by mail within the prescribed period for review.
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