Asia Kakehashi Project+ Scholarship 2025 | Applications Now Open!

The Asia Kakehashi Project+ Scholarship is now open for Filipino high school students! This scholarship gives you the chance to study in Japan with full support from the Japanese government.

It covers tuition, travel, accommodation, and a stipend while you experience life in Japan through a homestay or dormitory.

About the Asia Kakehashi Project+ Scholarship:

The AFS Intercultural Programs Philippines offers the Asia Kakehashi Project, a full scholarship funded by the Government of Japan for Filipino high school students. The scholarship covers tuition, travel, housing, and a stipend. Students will live with a host family or in a dormitory while attending a Japanese high school, gaining cultural experience and leadership skills.

Eligibility:

The Asia KAKEHASHI Project+ Scholarship offers Filipino students a unique opportunity to study in Japan and experience cultural immersion. To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:

General Eligibility

• Must be a Filipino citizen residing in the Philippines at the time of application, selection, and preparation for travel.
• Must have spent more than 50% of the last five years in the Philippines and have current family plans to return after the program.
• Must be between 15 and 18 years old, born after April 2, 2007, and before April 1, 2010.
• Must not have previously traveled to Japan for leisure or another scholarship program.

Academic Requirements

• Must be among the top 25% of academic performance in their grade level.
• Must have obtained a minimum of 60% marks in all subjects in the latest school examination and an overall minimum average of 60% for the past two years.
  • Grades from school years 2022-2023, 2023-2024, and 2024-2025 (at least for the 1st or 2nd grading period) must be indicated in the Academic Record & Transcript.

Japanese Language and Cultural Engagement

• Must be a learner of Japanese.
• Participants in Japanese speech contests are encouraged to apply and will be given priority in the selection process.
  • Proof of speech contest awards must be submitted along with the Academic Records & Transcript Form.
• Must be committed to cultural immersion in Japan through a homestay or dormitory experience.
• Must be willing to share their experience with their home and community upon returning.

Personal and Social Attributes

• Must have strong academic and social skills, openness, and flexibility.
• Must be sufficiently healthy to participate in the program.
• Must be mature, adaptable, and open-minded in facing cross-cultural challenges.
• Must demonstrate strong leadership potential to act as a bridge between the Philippines and Japan during and after the program.

Additional Notes

• Priority will be given to students from low-income families.
• Applicants who have previously participated in the Asia Kakehashi Project Scholarship are not eligible.

Benefits:

The Asia Kakehashi Project+ Scholarship offers Filipino students a great opportunity to study in Japan with all expenses covered by a full scholarship sponsored by the Japanese government. The scholarship benefits include:

• Full tuition coverage for studies at a Japanese high school
• Cultural immersion through a homestay or dormitory stay
• Educational and social activities to enrich your experience in Japan

This scholarship provides both financial support and the chance to gain invaluable international exposure

For more details, you can refer to the Contact Details section of this guide.

Application Timeline:

The Asia Kakehashi Project+ Scholarship 2025 provides a fully funded opportunity for Filipino high school students to study in Japan from August to December 2025. Participants will experience Japanese high school life through a dormitory stay or homestay.

Key Dates:

• Start of Application: February 5, 2025
• Pre-Application Deadline: March 7, 2025

Application & Selection Timeline:

• February 5 – March 7, 2025: Online Application
• March 7 – March 14, 2025: Application Screening & Candidate Deliberation
• March 14, 2025: Announcement of Pre-Qualified Candidates
• March 7 – 21, 2025: Panel Interviews
  • Metro Manila applicants: In-person at AFS National Office
  • Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao applicants: Online via Zoom
  • Interviewers include AFS PHI Staff, Board of Trustees, AFS School Club & Community Members, and Active Alumni.
• March 28, 2025: Announcement of Finalists & Alternates
  • Alternates will be considered if a finalist withdraws or fails to meet requirements.
• March 28 – April 11, 2025: Full Application Submission (For finalists & alternates)
• April 20, 2025: Transfer of Applications to Japan

Note: The schedule is subject to change. Late applications will not be accepted.

Requirements:

To apply for the Asia Kakehashi Project+ Scholarship 2025, applicants must complete the online application and submit all required documents. Ensure that all information is accurate and submitted before the deadline.

1. AFS Global Link Online Application

• Complete the online application form: AFS Global Link
• Select Asia Kakehashi Project+ Scholarship 2025 when applying.

2. AFS Global Link Application Checklist

• 2×2 ID photo (white background; no selfies)
• Personal Information (home address, affiliations)
• Family Background & AFS Connection
• Educational Background
• Health & Lifestyle (separate from the health certificate required for selected finalists)
• Emergency Contact (cannot be a parent; choose a relative, school adviser, etc.)
• Parent Statement & Authorization Forms (download from AFS Global Link account)
• Academic Record & Transcript (certified by a school official with a seal/stamp and signature)

Essay Form:

• Questions #1-#3: Handwritten or typed
• Question #4: Must be handwritten

Step-by-step: How to Apply

Follow these simple steps to apply for the scholarship:

Step 1: Fill Out the Online Application

• Go to the AFS Global Link website: AFS Global Link Online Application.
• Make sure to select Asia Kakehashi Project+ 2025 when creating your application.

Step 2: Complete the Form

• Fill in your personal information, family background, education, and other required details.

Step 3: Upload Required Documents

• Upload the following documents:
  • 2×2 ID photo (with a white background).
  • Parents’ Statement & Authorization Forms (available in your AFS Global Link account).
  • Academic Record & Transcript (certified by your school).
  • Essay Form (handwritten for #4, others can be typed or handwritten).

Step 4: Submit Before the Deadline

• Double-check your information and documents.
• Submit your application before March 7, 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted.

For more details about the Asia Kakehashi Project+ Scholarship, you can visit this file official AFS Global Link.

Contact Details:

If you have any questions or need assistance, you can reach out to AFS Philippines through the following:

Address:
Unit 1609, 16/F Antel Global Corporate Center,
No. 3 Doña Julia Vargas Avenue,
Ortigas Center, Pasig City,
Metro Manila, Philippines

Email:
info.philippines@afs.org

Final Thought:

The Asia Kakehashi Project+ Scholarship is a great chance for Filipino high school students to study in Japan for free. It covers tuition, travel, and living expenses while allowing students to experience Japanese culture and education. This program helps students grow, develop leadership skills, and build connections with people from different backgrounds.

If you’re looking for more international scholarships, check out other scholarship programs offered by different organizations here.

Reference:

1. AFS Intercultural Programs Philippines. (2025, February 5). [Post with image]. Facebook. Retrieved February 17, 2025, from https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1039874968184879&set=a.629822975856749
2. AFS Intercultural Programs Philippines. (2025). Asia Kakehashi Project+ Scholarship Guidelines [PDF]. Google Drive. Retrieved February 17, 2025, from https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nSxuWNET2PinK5MKo6TyuUUV96azZkUP/view