Kosudo ART Project 2026 OPEN CALL
Features
Studio spaceAvailable
AccommodationAvailable
Presentation spaces (gallery, hall)Available
Travel supportNot available
Accommodation subsidy / Accommodation providedAvailable
Production budgetAvailable
Program CoodinatorAvailable
Technical staffNot available
Art genresVisual arts/ Fine arts , Performing arts , Craft / Applied arts , Film / Video , Others
RegionsHokuriku / Shinetsu
| Program | |
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| Application period | Jun. 10, 2026 (Wed.) - Jul. 20, 2026 (Mon.) |
| Description | The Kosudo Art Project is an art project centered on an artist-in-residence program, which began with the Water and Land Art Festival held in 2012. To date, more than 30 artists and creators selected through open calls have stayed in traditional townhouses in the Kosudo area, conducting research on the region, creating artwork through the residency program, and presenting their work to the local community. This year, we are again seeking artists and creators who would like to stay in the Kosudo area, working on artwork creation and research for future projects. Anyone interested is welcome to apply. This project offers two participation options. One is the "Results Presentation Option," where participants complete their research and present their findings during this year's project period. The other is the "Research Option," where participants conduct regional research in preparation for a future results presentation. We are currently accepting applications from artists who wish to participate in either option. Number of teams to be recruited: Up to 4 teams (2 for research, 2 for presentation of results) For details on application requirements and procedures, please visit the project website below. https://kosudoart.com/top/opencall/ |
| Residency location | Machiya Lab (3668-3 Kosudo, Akiha-ku, Niigata City, 956-0101 Japan) |
| Residency period | Artist-in-Residence Period: Around August 10th (flexible) – October 9th (Friday) – Your preferred period During the residency period, you will visit the area and conduct research and creative activities for future regional creative and exhibition activities (minimum 5 days; activity days do not need to be consecutive). Presentation Period: October 10th (Saturday) – November 3rd (Tuesday/Public Holiday) Completed works will be exhibited and open to the public. Exhibition dates and times will be arranged in advance for each venue. *As a general rule, please begin dismantling the artwork after the exhibition ends on November 3rd, and complete it on the same day if possible. *An opening ceremony (including an explanation of the artwork by the participating artist) is planned for the first day of the exhibition. Participation is mandatory. *During the same period, a presentation of results by Yoshie Ochi, a research participant for 2025, is also planned. |
| Qualification | Please ensure you meet the following conditions before applying: 1) You are in good health. 2) You can build positive and constructive relationships with local residents. 3) You are active in contemporary art or a similar field (experience is not required). 4) You can converse fluently and smoothly in Japanese in daily life (for foreigners; however, the use of AI translation tools is permitted). 5) You are willing to continue engaging with the local community for the development of the project. |
| Pay by artists / Support for artists | ○ Production Cost Subsidy: Up to 90,000 yen (per artist group) - Research Cost Subsidy: 45,000 yen This subsidy covers honoraria and other expenses associated with research activities (transportation, honoraria, accommodation, etc.). - Presentation Cost Subsidy: 45,000 yen Participants in the presentation category will receive an additional 45,000 yen to cover necessary expenses such as materials and honoraria (total 90,000 yen). *Supplementary Information Regarding Production Cost Subsidy - If expenses associated with participating in this project exceed the subsidy amount, the excess amount will be borne by the artist. - Payment of subsidies will, in principle, be made after the completion of the project. ○ Rental of Activity Base Space The project base, "Machiya Lab," is available free of charge for research, production, and exhibition activities. Please check the application guidelines for details regarding facility use. ○ Bicycle Rental Bicycles are available for free rental (limited number available). *While there are supermarkets and home improvement stores within walking distance of Kosudo Honmachi Street, public transportation is not very convenient, so we recommend using a car. There is a visitor parking lot nearby. *If you are coming by public transportation, please inquire about boarding/alighting at the nearest station (JR Yashiroda Station) and shopping by car. However, please note that we may not be able to accommodate all requests. |
| Selection process | The Project Executive Committee and Selection Committee will conduct a document review. During the selection process, if there are any unclear points in your application documents, we may contact you individually for clarification. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Selection Committee | Yoshitaka Nanjo (Artist, Project Advisor) Kentaro Mori (Representative of Katsuo Creators Commons, Lecturer at Hachinohe Institute of Technology, Participating Artist for 2025) uyu (Illustrator residing in Kosudo, Participating Artist for 2025) Selection Period | Scheduled for late July to early August 2026 |
| Contact | kosudo.art@gmail.com *Please use the contact form on the project website or the email address above for inquiries. We do not accept inquiries through any other means. |