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We are seeking artists who will research the history and culture of Kobe, a city of multicultural coexistence, and use the inspiration gained from this research to explore new artistic approaches and forms of expression. During their residency, artists will be asked to organize community engagement programs.
Artist in Residence KOBE
Aug. 1, 2026 (Sat.) - Nov. 30, 2026 (Mon.)
Studio space , Accommodation , Presentation spaces (gallery, hall) , Program Coodinator
Visual arts/ Fine arts , Performing arts , Craft / Applied arts , Film / Video , Others
Kansai

Short-term Residency Program in Japan
ARCUS Project, Koya Elementary School Building C, 2nd Floor 1342 Koya, Moriya, Ibaraki 302-0125, Japan
Oct. 20, 2026 (Tue.) - Dec. 16, 2026 (Wed.)
Studio space , Accommodation , Program Coodinator
Visual arts/ Fine arts , Craft / Applied arts , Film / Video , Others
Kanto

Short-term Residency Program in Japan
ARCUS Project, Koya Elementary School Building C, 2nd Floor 1342 Koya, Moriya, Ibaraki 302-0125, Japan
Oct. 20, 2026 (Tue.) - Dec. 16, 2026 (Wed.)
Studio space , Accommodation , Program Coodinator
Visual arts/ Fine arts , Craft / Applied arts , Film / Video , Others
Tohoku

The RePAIR Program is for self-funded artists who choose to reside and work at PARADISE AIR on their own initiative.
PARADISE AIR
Jun. 27, 2026 (Sat.) - Dec. 31, 2026 (Thu.)
Studio space , Accommodation , Program Coodinator , Technical staff
Visual arts/ Fine arts , Performing arts , Craft / Applied arts , Film / Video , Others
Kanto

The Sado Island International Art Promotion Organization is looking for artists to stay and produce on Sado Island, the largest island in the Sea of Japan.
53-1, Ryotsu Ebisu, Sado-shi, Niigata, Japan
Jul. 1, 2026 (Wed.) - Mar. 31, 2027 (Wed.)
Studio space , Presentation spaces (gallery, hall) , Program Coodinator
Visual arts/ Fine arts , Performing arts , Craft / Applied arts , Film / Video , Others
Hokuriku / Shinetsu

L-AIR Himeji will host an Artist-in-Residence program in 2027, with applications now open for its 10th through 13th residency seasons. The year is divided into four seasons, with up to two artists selected for each season. Artists of all disciplines are invited to explore creative expression using leather.
77 Takagi, Hanada-cho, Himeji-shi, Hyogo 671-0256
Aug. 6, 2026 (Thu.) - May. 31, 2027 (Mon.)
Studio space , Accommodation , Presentation spaces (gallery, hall) , Travel support , Accommodation subsidy / Accommodation provided , Production budget , Program Coodinator , Technical staff
Visual arts/ Fine arts , Craft / Applied arts , Others
Kansai

KAGANHOTELは、京都を拠点とするアーティストやクリエーターの滞在制作を支援するレジデンス拠点です。 共同住居、スタジオ、ギャラリー機能を備え、滞在を通じた制作活動およびリサーチの機会を提供しています。
KAGANHOTEL - 河岸ホテル -
Jun. 29, 2026 (Mon.) - Jun. 28, 2027 (Mon.)
Studio space , Accommodation , Program Coodinator
Visual arts/ Fine arts , Performing arts , Craft / Applied arts , Film / Video , Others
Kansai

SPACE DEPARTMENT is an artist-in-residence program where artists live and work within the local community of Nara, Japan’s ancient capital. With “space” as its theme, the program offers opportunities to deepen research and creative practice through engagement with Nara’s history, culture, environment, and people.
SPACE DEPARTMENT
Oct. 1, 2026 (Thu.) - Aug. 31, 2027 (Tue.)
Studio space , Accommodation , Presentation spaces (gallery, hall) , Program Coodinator
Visual arts/ Fine arts , Performing arts , Craft / Applied arts , Film / Video , Others
Kansai

An artist-run residency in a village looking out on Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. Two of the six houses go to residents, one group to a whole house. A term is four weeks, and you can stay one to three consecutive terms. Nothing has to be produced or presented.
6okken, 1073 Oishi, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0305, Japan
Sep. 12, 2026 (Sat.) - Sep. 27, 2027 (Mon.)
Studio space , Accommodation , Program Coodinator
Visual arts/ Fine arts , Performing arts , Craft / Applied arts , Film / Video , Others
Kanto

Retreat North & Create - In the midst of Almost Nowhere
MOYA Kaneyama 325 Kaneyama, Kaneyama-town, Mogami, Yamagata 9995402
Oct. 1, 2026 (Thu.) - Oct. 1, 2027 (Fri.)
Studio space , Accommodation , Presentation spaces (gallery, hall) , Program Coodinator
Visual arts/ Fine arts , Performing arts , Craft / Applied arts , Film / Video , Others
Tohoku
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