• JCCH Sekiya Scholarship Program Application

    Application Deadline - October 10, 2026 11:59 p.m. HST

  • The Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaiʻi (JCCH) was incorporated in 1987 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation with a goal to perpetuate the Japanese cultural heritage, educate future generations on the Japanese American experience in Hawaiʻi and foster understanding among Japanese in Hawaiʻi, U.S. and Japan.

    The JCCH Scholarship Program is supported by the Sekiya of Fukuoka/Hawaiʻi Endowment Fund. The scholarship will award $2,500 each year.

  • Read and follow the instructions carefully prior to submitting your application.

  • Personal Data:

    Tell us about yourself
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  • Are you a US citizen?*

  • Academic Background

  • Status at the time of application (Fall 2026):*

  • Please list your major/ minor courses taken, with a short description*
  • Will you be registered as a full time student?*
  • Will you be attending for the full academic year?*
  • Semester or Years of Japanese language experience*
  • Japanese language skills:*
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  • Community Service/ Travel

  • Have you ever participated in any of the following JCCH programs? Check all that apply.*

  • Have you visited Fukuoka?*
  • Have you participated in the JET Program?*
  • Do you plan to participate in the JET Program?*

  • Cover letter and Certification

  • Upload your cover letter and transcripts below.

    Cover Letter:  Stating your interest in the JCCH Scholarship Program, this may include what you intend to do with your education, and why this scholarship is important to you, any academic and non-academic accomplishments, personal characteristics, or experiences that make you unique! (one page maximum)

     

    Transcripts: Please upload a clear copy of your offical transcripts provided by UH Manoa.

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  • Applicant's E-Signature

  • I certify that all the information on this form is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. If asked by the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i, I agree to give documentation for information given on this form. I also authorize Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i to release information regarding my scholarship award to my case worker, school, and the media.

  • Please input the current date*
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