Q\uff1aHow much is the remuneration for Visiting Researchers? Q\uff1aI won\u2019t be able to stay for the full 31 days. Can I receive my remuneration on a pro-rata basis? Q\uff1aAre travel expenses, such as airfare, provided? Q\uff1aI would like to continue my joint research with my host faculty member at Waseda University even after my research period as a Visiting Researcher has ended. Is it possible to extend my stay at the guest house? Q\uff1aWe are planning to visit Japan as a family and would like to book a family room. Q\uff1aPlease let me know if I am eligible to apply in my current position. Q\uff1aDo application documents need to be submitted in Japanese? Q\uff1aI have many achievements that need to be listed. Do I have to include them all? Q\uff1aHow should I write Research Plan?
\nA\uff1aThe amount-ranging from 390,000 or 470,000 JPY<\/strong>\u2014will be determined by Waseda Institute for Advanced Study (WIAS) at the time of recruitment, considering the researcher\u2019s academic career and achievements. (As of April 2026)<\/p>\n
\nA\uff1aNo. The remuneration is paid for a 31-day appointment; therefore, you are required to stay at Waseda University for the full 31-day duration.<\/p>\nTRAVEL EXPENSES<\/h3>\n
\nA\uff1aTravel expenses are not provided. In some cases, you may be eligible to apply for the subsidy through Waseda University\u2019s International Affairs Office. For details, please consult the faculty member at Waseda University who is recommending you.<\/p>\nACCOMMODATION (Guest House)<\/h3>\n
\nA\uff1aWe do not allow early check-in or late check-out.<\/strong> If your research requires an adjusted schedule, please let us know. Please be aware that you will be responsible for any additional lodging expenses.<\/p>\n
\nA\uff1aWe only provide up to a twin room.\u00a0As long as rooms are available, we can accommodate reservations for a family room. However, you will be responsible for covering the difference in price compared to a twin room.<\/p>\nELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS<\/h3>\n
\nA\uff1aIn principle, this program targets researchers who hold a tenured position. Please review the application guidelines and decide for yourself. Applicants should preferably have no prior employment relationship with Waseda University, and while those who have previously stayed as a Visiting Researcher or Visiting Scholar at this Institute are ineligible to reapply, prior stays or visits without an employment contract do not affect eligibility.<\/p>\nAPPLICATION DOCUMENTS<\/h3>\n
\nA\uff1aThey may be submitted in English or in Japanese.<\/p>\n
\nA\uff1aIf you have a long list of achievements that is difficult to fit in its entirety, please limit your list to about 20 selected items.<\/p>\n
\nA\uff1aPlease consult with your host faculty member.<\/p>\n