MOYA Creative Residence

Host organization
MOYA Creative Residence
Address
MOYA Kaneyama 325 Kaneyama, Kaneyama-town, Mogami,Yamagata 9995402
Website
https://www.moya-creativeresidence.org/

Overview
AIR Program information

Objective	MOYA Creative Residence is a rural retreat and cultural exchange program in Kaneyama, Yamagata. We provide artists, writers, researchers, and other creative practitioners with time and space to focus on their work while engaging with the nature, culture, and everyday life of rural Japan. Our goal is to foster creativity, reflection, and meaningful connections across cultures.
Organization activities	1)Creative residency stays for artists, writers, researchers, and other creative practitioners 2)A quiet environment for focused work, reflection, and creative development 3)Opportunities to engage with local culture, crafts, nature, and everyday life in Kaneyama 4)Access to the private library and shared spaces for reading, research, and conversation 5)Curatorial support and local connections for independent projects and research
Founded in	2025
Background	MOYA Creative Residence was created through the reuse of the former Kishi family residence in Kaneyama. Honoring the late owner's wish to support the cultural development of Kaneyama and encourage connections beyond the region, the property was transformed into a place for creative practice and cultural exchange.
Location / Environment	Located in the center of Kaneyama, surrounded by Kaneyama style architecture, waterways, and rice fields, offering close access to the region’s nature and culture.
Program introduction (video)
Contact	MOYA Creative Residence Mika Ishii mika.ishii@moya-kaneyama.org https://www.instagram.com/moya_kaneyama/ MOYA Kaneyama 325 Kaneyama, Kaneyama-town, Mogami,Yamagata 9995402

Facility information

Studio information

Available

Artists requiring space for large-scale works or installations may be able to use the "togura" cellar (traditional rice storehouse), subject to availability.

Accommodations

Available

Tatami Suite #1 (25.9 m²)
Tatami Suite #2 (22.3 m²)

Each suite accommodates 1–2 guests and includes a private studio space. Shared kitchen and shower facilities are available.

Presentation space

Available

Guest creators may use the shared spaces at MOYA Kaneyama—including the Irori Salon, Machi Library, Workshop Room, Courtyard, and Rice Storehouse —for exhibitions, presentations, talks, and other public programs.

We are also available to discuss opportunities to utilize local public facilities and community resources.