Japan
Organizer Information The Toma House Artist-in-Residence (AIR) program, in collaboration with the century-old Seikadou mounting studio, presents an intensive immersion into the art of paper mounting. Based in Nara, Japan, this program connects contemporary practitioners with the practical techniques of a craft practiced since the 8th century. Title & Description 2026 Hyogu Residency: The Art […]
Organizer Information The opportunity is organized by the JAGDA (Japan Graphic Designers Association), a leading professional association for graphic design in Japan. JAGDA is internationally recognized for promoting visual communication design, supporting professional designers, and fostering emerging talent through exhibitions, awards, and educational initiatives. Its programs aim to strengthen global dialogue in design practice, with […]
Organizer Information Tokyo Arts and Space (TOKAS) is a public cultural institution operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture. Based in Tokyo, Japan, TOKAS is dedicated to supporting contemporary artistic production, interdisciplinary exchange, and international collaboration across a wide spectrum of creative fields. The organization manages residency programs, exhibitions, and public events […]
Organizer Information Tokyo Arts and Space (TOKAS) is a program operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture in Japan. Based in Tokyo, TOKAS is an internationally recognized residency and production platform supporting artists, curators, researchers, and cultural practitioners across disciplines. Its mission is to foster global artistic exchange by providing time, space, […]
Organizer Information The program is organized by Tokyo Arts and Space (TOKAS), a contemporary art institution based in Tokyo, Japan, operating under the Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture. TOKAS is dedicated to supporting international artistic exchange, research-based creation, and experimental practices across visual arts, design, and architecture. Through its residency infrastructure, TOKAS provides […]
Organizer Information This opportunity is offered by the EU–Japan Fest Japan Committee, an organization dedicated to fostering cultural collaboration between Japan and Europe. The committee plays a central role in supporting artistic mobility, cross-border collaboration, and long-term cultural exchange initiatives between Japanese and European creative communities. The programme is specifically designed to strengthen relationships between […]
Organizer Information The Kyoto Retreat is an independent program founded and directed by Dexter Wimberly, a renowned international curator. Based in Kyoto, Japan, the retreat is designed to offer a nurturing environment for creative professionals. Kyoto, Japan’s ancient capital for over a millennium, serves as a living museum of historical grandeur and modern innovation, providing […]
Organizer Information: Too Marker Products Inc. The COPIC AWARD is a competition that connects Copic fans from around the world to inspire each other, share diverse artworks, and enjoy a collective creative experience. Title & Description: Applications are open for the COPIC AWARD 2026. This competition provides an opportunity to share diverse artworks created using […]
Organizer Information: ARCUS Project Administration Committee. Located around an hour from Tokyo in Moriya City, Ibaraki, ARCUS Project is the most comprehensive and oldest international contemporary artist-in-residence program in Japan. (Note: In summer 2026, the ARCUS Project will relocate to a site on the grounds of a currently operating elementary school in Moriya City). Title […]