Support Programs for Translation and Publishing

The Japan Foundation provides support to projects relating to translating and/or publishing Japanese works on Humanities, Social Sciences and the Arts and publishing books introducing Japanese culture written in foreign languages.
It also participates at international book fairs held overseas together with the Publishers Association for Cultural Exchange.

Support Program for Translation and Publication on Japan

The Japan Foundation provides financial assistance for foreign publishers to translate and/or publish Japan-related books. The grant shall cover part of the translation cost and/or publishing cost (paper cost, plate-making cost, printing cost, binding cost, etc.).

Worth Sharing - A Selection of Japanese Books Recommended for Translation

The titles recommended in this publication are works that the Japan Foundation would also prioritize for its own support program, provided the translations are of adequate quality and appropriate publication plans are submitted.

Participation in International Book Fairs

The Japan Foundation participates at international book fairs held overseas together with the Publishers Association for Cultural Exchange.

[Contact Us]

The Japan Foundation
Arts and Culture Dept.
Planning and Coordination Section Tel: +81-(0)3-5369-6060