Your Path to Germany – Research Series
Are you a graduate student, PhD candidate, or postdoctoral researcher in Japan interested in pursuing research opportunities in Germany? Join the “Your Path to Germany – Research Series”, a set of two online seminars complemented by a dedicated social media campaign by DWIH Tokyo. Held in Japanese, the series is designed to provide practical guidance on funding opportunities and first-hand insights into academic life in Germany.
#1 Your Path to Germany – Research Funding Seminar
Date: May 28, 2026, 17:00 JST
This session, organized by DWIH Tokyo in cooperation with AvH, DFG, and DAAD, will provide an overview of funding opportunities for research stays in Germany. Participants will gain practical guidance on available programs and application processes.
Register now: https://www.dwih-tokyo.org/de/event/your-path-to-germany/
#2 Research Experiences in Germany – Ask your Senpai!
Date: June 3rd 2026, 17:00 JST
This interactive session will feature Japanese researchers who are currently in Germany or have recently returned. They will share their personal experiences, offer insights into academic life in Germany, and answer questions from the audience in an informal exchange format.
Register now: https://www.dwih-tokyo.org/de/event/research-experiences-in-germany-ask-your-senpai/
#3 Your Path to Germany – Social Media Campaign (May 11 – June 5, 2026)
Running alongside the seminar series, our social media campaign will highlight key information on PhD programs, Research institutions, funding, and real-life experiences in Germany.
Follow us to receive timely information!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dwih-tokyo/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dwihtokyo/
#4 European Higher Education Fair (EHEF) in Tokyo/Kyoto (June 13/14)
The grand finale: Meet German universities in person at the European Higher Education Fair (EHEF) in Tokyo/Kyoto on June 13/14! The fair offers a valuable opportunity to connect directly with representatives from European universities and organizations, gather information on programs and funding, and ask individual questions in person.
Further information: https://ehef-japan.org/