- The Toshiaki Ogasawara Memorial Foundation
supports individuals with the potential
to create new value.
- NEWSJuly 17, 2022
- Applications for the first round of the 2022 Domestic Conference Grant (for Organizers) are no longer being accepted.
Empowering innovators to
challenge conventional wisdom
In June 2020, the Ogasawara Foundation for the Promotion of Science and Engineering was reborn as the Toshiaki Ogasawara Memorial Foundation. To fully realize the dream of the founder, we are now offering support for the creative activities of those working in the field of arts and culture.
While continuing to support science and technology, we hope that awarding grants to creative individuals who push boundaries in the arts and culture will help generate innovation.
Grant Awarding Activities
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Science and Technology Grants
Since 1986, the Foundation has worked to contribute to the development of Japanese industry by awarding Science and Technology Grants to individuals working in those fields.
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Arts and Culture Grants
The Foundation aims to support the arts and cultural sectors because we believe creativity is germane to our very existence. By providing grants to individuals and groups engaged in these fields, we aim to nurture a culturally enriched society.
News and Information
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Application InfoJuly 17, 2022
Applications for the first round of the 2022 Domestic Conference Grant (for Organizers) are no longer being accepted.
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Application InfoJuly 17, 2022
Applications for the first round of the 2022 Travel Grant are no longer being accepted.
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Application InfoJune 30, 2022
Applications for the 2022 General Research Grant are no longer being accepted.
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Application InfoJune 30, 2022
Applications for the 2022 IncuVenture Grant are no longer being accepted.
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Application InfoApril 28, 2022
Applications are open for the 2022 General Research Grant.
Applications
This is a list of information related to the 2022 Science and Technology,
and Arts and Culture Grants.
Click through from the application schedule for further details on each grant.
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Science and TechnologyJune 30, 2022
General Research GrantApplication period closed
[Application Period] Wednesday, April 28 - Wednesday, June 30, 2022
This grant is awarded for research and development of new materials, processing technologies, new functions and evaluation analysis related to high polymers in science and engineering. -
Science and TechnologyJune 30, 2022
IncuVenture GrantApplication period closed
[Application Period] Wednesday, April 28 – Wednesday, June 30, 2021
This grant is awarded to innovative entrepreneurs whose work shows the potential for the development of growth strategies for the future of Japan. -
Science and TechnologyApril 1, 2022
Specific Themed Research GrantAccepting referral applications only
This grant is awarded to individuals working on specific research themes in the natural and social sciences set by the Foundation or recommended by individuals with relevant knowledge and experience.
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Science and TechnologyApril 1, 2022
International Conference Grant (for Attendees and Participants)Applications opening shortly
[Application Period] Applications scheduled to open after October (subject to change depending on COVID-19 circumstances).
This grant is awarded to individuals presenting research at international conferences overseas. It is intended to subsidize the cost of overseas travel. -
Science and TechnologyApril 1, 2022
International Conference Grant (for Organizers)Applications opening shortly
[Application Period] Applications scheduled to open after October (subject to change depending on COVID-19 circumstances).
This grant is awarded to domestic organizations holding international research conferences in Japan and is intended to subsidize a portion of the cost of conference organization and management. -
Arts and CultureApril 1, 2022
Contemporary Art Research GrantApplications opening shortly
[Application Period] Applications scheduled to open around early September.
This grant is awarded to individuals engaged in research in the field of Japanese contemporary art. -
Arts and CultureJuly 17, 2022
Domestic Conference Grant (for Organizers)Application period closed
[Application Period] Wednesday, April 28 - Sunday, July 17, 2022
This grant is awarded to organizations holding conferences and is intended to subsidize the cost of conference organization and management. -
Arts and CultureJuly 17, 2022
Travel GrantApplication period closed
[Application Period] Wednesday, April 28 - Sunday, July 17, 2022
This grant is awarded to subsidize costs associated with participating in conferences, etc. overseas or the costs of travel for the purposes of putting on an exhibition, etc. overseas. -
Arts and CultureApril 1, 2022
Contemporary Art Translation GrantApplications opening shortly
[Application Period] Applications scheduled to open around early September.
This grant aims to support the creation of high quality English-language translations of materials related to Japanese contemporary art, such as artist portfolios, in order to disseminate information about its current state and diversity overseas. -
Arts and CultureApril 1, 2022
COVID-19 Emergency Grant (Contemporary Art)Applications opening shortly
[Application Period] To be announced on this website once decided
This grant is awarded to individuals and groups whose activities and projects in contemporary art were interrupted by COVID-19, and who require support to continue those activities. -
Arts and CultureApril 1, 2022
Specific Themed Research GrantAccepting referral applications only
This grant is awarded to individuals working on specific research themes in arts and culture set by the Foundation or recommended by individuals with relevant knowledge and experience.