# Mobility projects Japan

**Funder:** FWO
**Duration:** 2 years
**Consortium:** No
**Eligible countries:** BE
**Official call:** https://www.fwo.be/en/support-programmes/all-calls/mobility/mobility-projects-japan/
**Last verified:** 24 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports exchange of researchers between Flanders and Japan (JSPS) through two-year joint mobility projects. Applicants must be affiliated to a Flemish institution; bilateral collaboration with a Japanese partner required.

## Summary

FWO Mobility Projects Japan funds two-year bilateral research exchanges between Flanders and Japan, supporting researchers affiliated to Flemish institutions working with Japanese partners through the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS). This call is ideal for researchers seeking to build collaborative ties with Japan and establish joint research activities across borders.

## Who should apply

- Researchers affiliated to a Flemish (Belgian) research institution
- Applicants with an established or developing research collaboration with a Japanese partner institution
- Projects with clear bilateral research objectives and mutual benefit for both partners

## Key dates

- Call currently open; check FWO website for the specific deadline
- Two-year project duration

## Tips for applicants

- A named, committed Japanese partner with JSPS affiliation is essential, vague collaboration plans will weaken competitiveness.
- Clearly articulate the research output expected from the exchange; FWO prioritises outcomes over activity alone.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the FWO Mobility Projects Japan call?

It funds two-year bilateral research exchanges between researchers at Flemish institutions and Japanese partner institutions, supported through a collaboration with the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS).

### Who can apply for FWO Mobility Projects Japan?

Researchers affiliated to a Flemish research institution with an established collaborative partnership with a Japanese research institution.

### How long is the FWO Mobility Projects Japan funding?

Projects last two years.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/fwo-mobility-projects-japan-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.