Japan Youth Summit 2027 in Osaka

The Japan Youth Summit 2027 is an international youth conference in Osaka, Japan, from 10 to 13 May 2027, organised by Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB), a private youth-programme organiser. The 2027 theme is "Youth Innovation for a World Without Limits", focusing on five UN Sustainable Development Goals: quality education (SDG 4), industry and innovation (SDG 9), sustainable cities (SDG 11), responsible consumption (SDG 12) and climate action (SDG 13).

Funding: what you need to know

The summit offers two ways to take part:

Fully funded places (limited)

A small number of competitive places cover:

• Accommodation
• Meals during the event
• Local transportation and airport assistance at set times
• A city tour or university visit
• Certificate and seminar kit
• Mentoring and pre-orientation sessions

Not covered, even for funded participants: international flights, visa costs and personal expenses.

Self-funded places

Most participants pay a programme fee and cover their own costs. Check the official website for the current fee and refund policy before paying anything.

Registration fee

All applicants pay a US$10 registration fee when applying.

Who can apply

• Aged 15 to 40
• Any nationality and educational background
• No IELTS or TOEFL required
• No criminal record

How to apply

1. Visit the official website, japanyouthsummit.com, and read the application guidelines carefully, including fees and refunds.
2. Complete the online application and pay the US$10 registration fee.
3. Choose whether to apply for a fully funded or self-funded place.
4. Submit before 20 December 2026.

Key dates

Before you apply

• Plan your flight budget. Even with a funded place, you'll need to pay for return flights to Japan and your visa.
• Read the fee and refund rules before paying any programme fee.
• Check visa requirements early. Japanese visas can take several weeks.
• Think about value. If you can't cover the travel costs, consider fully funded alternatives such as exchange programmes and government scholarships.