Iwate University admits many international researchers (mainly as visiting researchers, foreign postdoctoral fellows with the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, etc.) from countries throughout the world. These researchers engage in joint research projects with researchers at the university. If you wish to apply as a researcher, search for a researcher that shares your field of research on the "Researchers Database." The admissions process will begin only after you have been approved for admission.

1. Contact the researcher you will apply to and gain his/her approval.
   *If you are a postdoctoral fellow with the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, apply for research funds first. Initiate contact after you have been approved for the funds.
2. Submit the documents necessary for the approval process.
3. Once you are approved, acquire a visa for your stay in Japan and apply for housing.
4. Come to Japan.

There are two housing facilities for researchers: Toukyusou (recommended for those whose research periods are under one month) and the International House (researchers room).