Midcareer professionals with an interest in U.S.-Japan relations can apply.

The International Affairs Fellowship in Japan (IAF-J), sponsored by Hitachi, Ltd., is accepting candidates. The program provides a selected group from academia, business, government, media, NGOs and think tanks the opportunity to spend a period of research or other professional activity in Japan.

The fellowship lasts between three and 12 months and covers travel and living expenses. Fellows are assisted in finding suitable host organizations.

Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to a career in foreign policy. Knowledge of Japanese is not required.

The deadline is Oct. 31.

For more information, click here.

http://ijnet.org/en/opportunities/fellowship-sends-journalists-japan-us