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No.64

Pursuing “Why” Led to Study Abroad: Learning and Applying the Knowledge on Education Policy to Design the Japanese Educational System

Higa Tetsuya

2023
Graduate Study Program​
U.S. Affiliation: Harvard University

No.63

Finding Balance: A STEM Scholar's Transformative Journey Through Japan

Connie Chang-Chien

2023
Fulbright Fellow Program
Affiliation in Japan: Nagoya University

No.62

How Teaching American Law in Japan Turned Into a Transformative Experience

Faith Litvack

2023
Lecturing Program​
Affiliation in Japan: Yokohama National University and Kyoritsu Women's University

No.61

Nine Deeply Fulfilling Months: Discovering the Value of Global Collaboration

Nomura Nao

2023
Research Program
U.S. Affiliation: University of Massachusetts, Boston

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  • Doctoral Dissertation Research Program​
  • Research Program​
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  • Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program
  • Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence (S-I-R) Program
US Grant Categories
  • Lecturing Program​
  • Lecturing/Research Program​
  • Research Program​​
  • Journalist Program​
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  • Graduate Research Fellow Program​
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Grant Year
No.64
Pursuing “Why” Led to Study Abroad: Learning and Applying the Knowledge on Education Policy to Design the Japanese Educational System
Higa Tetsuya
2023
Graduate Study Program​
U.S. Affiliation: Harvard University
No.63
Finding Balance: A STEM Scholar's Transformative Journey Through Japan
Connie Chang-Chien
2023
Fulbright Fellow Program
Affiliation in Japan: Nagoya University
No.62
How Teaching American Law in Japan Turned Into a Transformative Experience
Faith Litvack
2023
Lecturing Program​
Affiliation in Japan: Yokohama National University and Kyoritsu Women's University
No.61
Nine Deeply Fulfilling Months: Discovering the Value of Global Collaboration
Nomura Nao
2023
Research Program
U.S. Affiliation: University of Massachusetts, Boston
No.60
From Statistics to Haiku: A Transformative Fulbright Experience in Japan
Charles Smith
2023
Lecturing/Research Program​
Affiliation in Japan: Osaka University
No.59
Shaping the Future with Strategic Career Development: The Fulbright Opens Doors for Researchers
Furuya Shiro
2018
Graduate Study Program​
U.S. Affiliation: University of Wisconsin-Madison
No.58
Days of Ukraine Studies: Building Connections and Tackling International Relations Issues
Matsuo Ichiro
2022
Journalist Program
U.S. Affiliation: Harvard University
No.57
Open and Spirited Environment Stimulated Research Ideas: Chain of Exchanges and Passion
Shirakawa Toru
2022
Doctoral Dissertation Research Program​
U.S. Affiliation: University of California, Berkeley
No.56
Teaching Gender and American Studies in Japan: A Unique and Empowering Family Experience
Christina Scott
2022
Lecturing Program​
Affiliation in Japan: University of Tokyo and Kyoritsu Women’s University
No.55
Exploring Rural Resilience: How Tradition Shapes Community, Identity, and Innovation in Rural Japan
Natalie Montecino
2022
Fulbright Fellow Program
Affiliation in Japan: Okayama University
No.54
Deepening and Broadening Our Horizons
Nakachi Sachi
2022
Research Program
U.S. Affiliation: University of Hawaii at Manoa
No.53
The Sound of Nature: Transcending National and Cultural Boundaries Through Music
Martin Regan
2022
Lecturing/Research Program​
Affiliation in Japan: Senzoku Gakuen College of Music
No.52
Thorough Preparation Paid Off and Studied at the University of His Dreams: Mr. Toriumi Challenging the Cutting-Edge Field of Urban Science
Toriumi Yoji
2021
Graduate Study Program​
U.S. Affiliation: Harvard University
No.51
Exploring Endangered Traditional Artforms: A Study of Ritual Puppetry in Japan
Claudia Orenstein
2021
Research Program
Affiliation in Japan: Sophia University
No.50
Bridging the Pacific Ocean: Teaching “America” to the Japanese and Learning from Them
David Goldstein
2021
Lecturing Program​
Affiliation in Japan: University of Tokyo, Aoyama Gakuin University, and Kanda University of International Studies
No.49
Expanding Perspectives and Building Confidence: A Year that Interest Grew in Communication Research
Kojima Mugiho
2021
Doctoral Dissertation Research Program​
U.S. Affiliation: University of California, Santa Barbara
No.48
Investigating Long-Term Healthcare in Japan: Prof. Steven Albert’s Continued Quest Towards Improving Public Health
Steven Albert
2021
Lecturing/Research Program​
Affiliation in Japan: St. Marianna University
No.47
Study Abroad Experience as a Turning Point in Life: Decided to Pursue Public Policy Research While Managing a Company
Higuchi Aki
2021
Graduate Study Program​
U.S. Affiliation: Harvard University
No.46
Deep-Diving into the History of Medicine and Japanese Rituals: Ms. Kandra Polatis’ Fulbright Story
Kandra Polatis
2020
Graduate Research Fellow Program​
Affiliation in Japan: University of Tokyo
No.45
A Widening Circle of Trusted Fulbrighters: Passing the Baton from One Generation to the Next
Ozawa Tomoko
2020
Research Program
U.S. Affiliation: Smithsonian Institution
No.44
Academia and Spirituality: How Professor Brian Dirck’s Travel to Japan Changed Him
Brian Dirck
2020
Lecturing Program​
Affiliation in Japan: The University of Tokyo and Kyoritsu Women's University
No.43
Enabling the Enablers of High-End Fashion: Dr. Ellen McKinney’s Journey through Japan to Bring Back Traditional Textile Practices
Ellen McKinney
2020
Research Program
Affiliation in Japan: Bunka Gakuen University
No.42
Setting Myself as a Role Model and Applying My Study Abroad Experiences to Classroom Teaching
Ishida Hidenori
2020
Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program​
U.S. Affiliation: Northeastern State University
No.41
A Key Factor to Contribute to the Public Health: Clear Awareness of the Problem Creates the Road Map
Yagi Ryuichiro
2020
Graduate Study Program​
U.S. Affiliation: Harvard University
No.40
Understanding Through Connections: Dr. Martha Merritt’s Participation in the International Education Administrators (IEA) Program
Martha Merritt
2019
International Education Administrators (IEA) Seminar​
Delegation to Japan
No.39
Connecting People and Nature with Environmental Design: Examining and Researching Green Infrastructure During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Ito Keitaro
2019
Research Program
U.S. Affiliation: University of Florida
No.38
Language Barrier Is Not an Obstacle: Ms. Katie Wu's Research on Robotics and Self-Discovery in Kyoto
Katie Wu
2019
Fulbright Fellow Program
Affiliation in Japan: Kyoto University
No.37
Teaching and Learning from the Challenges: Dr. Howell’s Passion for Teaching and Japan Deepens
Perry Howell
2019
Lecturing Program​
Affiliation in Japan: Yokohama National University
No.36
Believing in Oneself and Deriving a Conclusion: A Year of Building Self-Confidence and Realizing Growth
Samejima Takuomi
2019
Graduate Study Program​
U.S. Affiliation: Yale University
No.35
Lesson Study Born in Japan and Raised in the U.S.: Dr. Kitada’s Real-Life Experience as a Bridge Between the Two Countries
Kitada Yoshiko
2019
Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence (S-I-R) Program
U.S. Affiliation: Reach Institute for School Leadership
No.34
Researching the Origin of the International Order: Dr. Hirono's Efforts to Increase the Scope and Depth of Her Research
Hirono Miwa
2018
Research Program
U.S. Affiliation: Harvard University
No.33
On the Path to Rediscovering Oneself: Ms. Chelsea Hudson’s Stepping Forward as a Researcher and a Person on Hokkaido
Chelsea Hudson
2018
Graduate Research Fellow Program​
Affiliation in Japan: Hokkaido University
No.32
Neither Too Early Nor Too Late: Mr. Otsuyama's Fruitful Year in Pursuit of a Long-Cherished Dream
Otsuyama Kensuke
2018
Doctoral Dissertation Research Program​
U.S. Affiliation: University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
No.31
Ushering in a New Dawn of Innovation in Physics Education: Dr. Sokoloff's Experiences of Diffusing His Active Learning Method in Physics Education
David R. Sokoloff
2018
Fulbright Specialist Program​
Affiliation in Japan: Niigata University
No.30
Falling in Love with America: Ms. Yahata Asari’s Experiences as a Student and Researcher while Studying Different Public Insurance Systems and Their Impact on the Regional Uses of Social Resources
Yahata Asari
2018
Graduate Study Program​
U.S. Affiliation: University of Pittsburgh
No.29
Finding a Home Away From Home: Dr. Famiano’s Evergreen Memories in Japan
Michael A. Famiano
2018
Research Program
Affiliation in Japan: National Astronomical Observatory of Japan
No.28
Seeing and Experiencing It All: Ambition to Discover the “Real” United States
Kikuchi Naoki
2017
Journalist Program
U.S. Affiliation: Columbia University and Portland State University
No.27
The Okinawa Blue Zone: Fulbright Fellowship Helps Mr. Kondo Pursue Healthy Aging Research in Longevity Hot Spot
Jordan Kondo
2017
Fulbright Fellow Program
Affiliation in Japan: Okinawa International University
No.26
Globally Common Challenges and Joy of Teaching and Learning a Second Language: Ms. Furuta Yukari’s Experience as a Teaching Assistant
Furuta Yukari
2017
Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program​
U.S. Affiliation: Georgia Southern University
No.25
Expected to love Japan and Ended Up Loving Japanese People: Dr. Macauley’s Unforgettable Days in Kyoto
Robert C. Macauley
2017
Fulbright Specialist Program​
Affiliation in Japan: Kyoto University
No.24
A Strong Desire to Learn More about the World and Its People: Ms. Hayashida Mamiko’s Encounter with Two Supportive Individuals in Her Pursuit of a Long-Cherished Dream
Hayashida Mamiko
2017
Research Program
U.S. Affiliation: University of Southern California
No.23
The First Step to Realize His Dream: Mr. Togo’s Decision to Earn a Public Health Degree
Togo Hirokazu
2017
Graduate Study Program​
U.S. Affiliation: Cornell University
No.22
Focused on Japanese Media Art History, Ms. Horisaki-Christens Discovers the Importance of Personal Interaction for Advancing Her Research
Nina Horisaki-Christens
2017
Graduate Research Fellow Program​
Affiliation in Japan: Sophia University
No.21
Dr. Kobayashi’s Observation on the Environmental Policies of the United States and the Real Picture
Kobayashi Hikaru
2017
Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence (S-I-R) Program
U.S. Affiliation: North Central College
No.20
“Simply Watching TV is Not Enough; Seeing and Experiencing is Believing”: Ms. Roxanne Lawrence’s Encounter with Real Japanese Culture
Roxanne Lawrence
2017
Fulbright Fellow Program
Affiliation in Japan: Kyoritsu Women's University
No.19
Through Many Challenges and Opportunities: An Expanded Worldview after One Year of Field Research on Indigenous People’s Culture
Karube Noriko
2017
Doctoral Dissertation Research Program​
U.S. Affiliation: University of California, Riverside
No.18
Christmas Cheers and American Entrepreneurship: Dr. Holland’s Contribution to His Japanese Students and Neighbors
Daniel Holland
2017
Lecturing Program​
Affiliation in Japan: Kyoto University of Foreign Studies and Doshisha University
No.17
Core Values: Fulbright Puts Shelden on Path to Working with Nobel-Laureate Anti-Nuclear Weapons Group
Seth Shelden
2016
Fulbright Specialist Program​
Affiliation in Japan: Toyo University
No.16
カントリーシンガーであり研究者、二つの顔を持つ異色のフルブライター
Nagatomi Mari
2016
Doctoral Dissertation Research Program​
U.S. Affiliation: Middle Tennessee State University
No.15
Still Germane: Short-Term Japan Fulbright Fellowship Helps Donahue in New Role
Neil Donahue
2016
International Education Administrators (IEA) Seminar​
Delegation to Japan
No.14
For Country Leaders and for the Daily Life of Citizens, Designing Online Dispute Resolution Systems to Resolve Conflict
Habuka Hiroki
2016
Graduate Study Program​
U.S. Affiliation: Stanford University
No.13
In the U.S. Classroom Teaching Students, a Sight Disability Is a Strength
Horiguchi Akiyo
2016
Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program​
U.S. Affiliation: University of Notre Dame
No.12
Of Mice and Friends, Nikki Thomasian’s Fulbright Fellowship
Nicole M. Thomasian
2016
Fulbright Fellow Program
Affiliation in Japan: Osaka University
No.11
11 Years Since Last Living in the U.S., Gaining a New Perspective on Diversity
Koshiro Yukiko
2016
Research Program
U.S. Affiliation: The State University of New York, Stony Brook (SUNY) および Columbia University
No.10
Lost and Found: Professor’s Fulbright Fellowship Changed Samuel Imbo’s Life
Samuel Oluoch Imbo
2016
Lecturing Program​
Affiliations in Japan: University of Tokyo and Japan Women's University
No.9
Confirming Research About the Advanced Stage of the "Connected Economy" in the U.S. for Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)
Monden Kazunori
2016
Journalist Program
U.S. Affiliation: Cornell University
No.8
Feeling the Strong Need to Nurture Sensitivity Towards Diversity Through Language Education
Kuwabara Kanae
2016
Graduate Study Program​
U.S. Affiliation: University of Pennsylvania
No.7
Getting Your Hands Dirty
Taiyo Scanlon-Kimura
2015
Fulbright Fellow Program
Affiliation in Japan: Hokkaido University
No.6
Researching About American History While Experiencing a Historical Presidential Election
Takahara Shusuke
2015
Research Program
U.S. Affiliation: Harvard University
No.5
Gained Confidence in Teaching Japanese Language in Wyoming, a State Where Few Japanese Live
Yamamoto Hiroki
2015
Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program​
U.S. Affiliation: Casper College
No.4
American Zombie Hunter in Japan
Scott Wilbur
2015
Graduate Research Fellow Program​
Affiliation in Japan: Waseda University
No.3
Making a Difference in Paralympic Sports
Nakazawa Kaoru
2014
Graduate Study Program​
U.S. Affiliation: New York University
No.2
After Fulbright Dream Comes True, Close Japan Ties Continue
Diane Rodriguez-Kiino
2014
Lecturing Program​
Affiliations in Japan: University of Tokyo and Tsuda College
No.1
How to Reduce the Family Burden for Aged Caregiving
Oikawa Ayako
2015
Journalist Program
U.S. Affiliation: University of Pennsylvania