Q: Is the United States-Japan Foundation the same organization as The Japan Foundation?
A: No. These are two separate and distinct grantmaking foundations. The Japan Foundation is a world-wide organization supported by the people of Japan. It has an excellent web site which provides detailed information on The Japan Foundation and its programs.

For a history of the United States-Japan Foundation, please click here.

Q: I am a teacher looking for educational materials on Japan for my classes. Where should I look?
A: As a starting point, please see the list of Recent Grants for organizations in your area, or those with web-based resources, that may be able to help you. You might also wish to consult the List of US-Japan Resources for links to several major clearinghouses of information on US-Japan topics.

Q: I would like to contact other educators who have experience teaching about Japan. Do you have any suggestions?
A: As a starting point, please see the list of Recent Grants for organizations in your area, or those with web-based resources, that may be able to help you. You might also wish to consult the List of US-Japan Resources for links to several major clearinghouses of information on US-Japan topics.