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Commemorating our 40th Anniversary
The foundation of ICLC began 40 years ago with the teaching
of Japanese to the Nikkeis of Okinawan descent.
By providing knowledge about the culture and language, we have prepared students to join and adapt to Okinawan and Japanese society.
To celebrate this 40th anniversary, we have launched a
scholarship program for the Nikkei Uchinanchu,
both to contribute to the development of the future uchinanchu network, and for scholarship recipients to deepen their
knowledge of Okinawan culture and its roots.
April 2024 scholarship recipients with other Uchinanchu students.
Application Eligibility
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Those with family roots in Okinawa (non-Japanese nationals).
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Those between ages 20 to 33 years of age.
*At time of application -
Those who are physically and mentally healthy.
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Those who have a clear motivation to learn about Okinawa and its culture.
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Those with some Japanese study background/experience.
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Those who agree to cooperating in public relations activities related to this program.
*Social media posts, tv interviews, etc. -
Those who agree to ICLC’s school terms.
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Applicants who meet the visa requirements below:
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Those who have completed high school education or higher
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Those who have a financial sponsor (family member/relative or self-sponsoring)
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The sponsor must have enough living funds (2 million yen in bank account)
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English proficiency for daily conversation
(Non-English speakers: Japanese proficiency for daily conversation)
*Limited to 1 scholarship recipient per household in the same school year.
Scholarship
Full Tuition Scholarship
Admission: October 2025
Duration: 1 year
Intake: 1 - 3 students
Coverage: 100% of tuition
*Entrance, visa application, insurance, health check-up, dorm, flight and living expenses are not included.
Normal School Expense:
897,000 yen
With Full Scholarship:
117,000 yen
(Above expense includes entrance, visa application, student insurance and health check-up fee)
Half Tuition Scholarship
Admission: October 2025
Duration: 1 year
Intake: 1 - 3 students
Coverage: 50% of tuition
*Entrance, visa application, insurance, health check-up, dorm, flight and living expenses are not included.
Normal School Expense:
897,000 yen
With Half Scholarship:
507,000 yen
(Above expense includes 50% tuition, entrance, visa application, student insurance and health check-up fee)
The scholarship DOES NOT cover Flight fees, housing, and other living costs.
Application Documents
Full Tuition Scholarship
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Diploma AND Transcripts from final education
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Proof of Japanese language proficiency
(Japanese language test results or proof of Japanese language study experience)
Half Tuition Scholarship
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Diploma AND Transcripts from final education
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Proof of Japanese language proficiency
(Japanese language test results or proof of Japanese language study experience)
How to Apply
1. Submit the application form from the button below.
2. Receive an email from ICLC and submit required documents via email.
Application Schedule
・Submit application documents：
2024 DEC 1 (Sun)～2025 JAN 31 (Fri) 24:00 (Japan Time)
・1st Screening result (documents)：2025 FEV 7 (Fri)
・2nd Screening (interview)：2025 FEB 12 (Wed) ～ 28 (Fri)
・Notice of final result：2025 MAR 10 (Mon)
Contact Us
2F Sunhills Tabaru, 1-4-1 Tabaru, Naha, Okinawa
email：iclc-admin@iclcjapan.com
Tel: (+81) 98-859-3881