Kyoto University

One of Japan’s most prestigious public research universities, known for its extensive legacy in African wildlife, anthropological, and ecological field studies. Highlighted by JKU President Dr. Yohannes Yitbarek during bilateral discussions alongside the Embassy of Japan and JICA. Kyoto University explicitly sponsors full tuition and research stipends for JKU academic staff tracking through PhD pathways.

Areas of Collaboration: Faculty capacity building, fully funded doctoral (PhD) studies in Japan for JKU academicians, short-term training opportunities, and joint anthropological/ecological field research within the South Omo region.