Documents certifying applicant All academic certificates and transcripts Photocopy of original citizenship certificate and its English translation Original Passport An Essay (purpose of study in Japan) Recommendation letter from campus or working place which the student belongs Gap certificate if the student has some gap in academic history Other documents may be required Documents certifying sponsor Bank Balance certificate with statement for 3 years Annual income certificate for 3 years Occupation letter if your sponsor is employed Company registration certificate if your sponsor runs company by himself Other supported documents to prove how the income generated Property valuation Tax clearance for 3 years Relationship certificate to make sure the relation between the student and his/her Sponsor (Relationship certificate photo must be with in 3 months) Sponsor letter Birth Certificate (Birth certificate photo must be with in 3 months) Verification of business and income letter Recommendation letter