SAIKONEON

Host organization
Neon Kikaku , Ltd.
Address
2234, Saiko, Minamitsuru Gun, Fujikawaguchiko Mac, Yamanashi, 401-0332, Japan
Website
https://saikoneon.com/

Overview
AIR Program information

Objective	We aim to provide a space for research, creation and exchange of knowledge for various artists and designers of various boundaries.
Organization activities	- Artists-in-residence program - Exhibitions, workshops and other events planned separately from the residency program.
Founded in	2019
Background	Artist in residence SAIKO NEON was established in April 2019, aiming to provide a space for research, creation and exchange of knowledge for various artists and designers of various boundaries. Our residency offers programs for paid artists. SAIKO NEON is located less than two hours away from Tokyo under the magnificent natural environment of Mount Fuji, with a facility on the shores of Lake Saiko in Yamanashi Prefecture. We also have a partnership with upcoming creative space, "Gallery Tsukigime" located in Ikejiri Ohashi, near Nakameguro and Daikanya ma areas, one of Tokyo's cultural hubs. The residency program is accepting applications throughout the year. For the first year this year, our residency staffs and the partner gallery staffs will be selecting artists who can create and express exciting works, as well as artists with works that provoke our curiosity about their unique personality. Through our residency program, we are aiming for artists to share their works and expressions to the world, and to make our residency a meeting place that stimulates the creative process of artists. We would like to meet artists who can collaborate with us across regions and across countries shortly as well. We aim to be such a place where people say, "Something interesting happens if we are involved in this residency".
Location / Environment	Saiko Neon is an artist in residence set up on the shore of Lake Saiko, one of Fuji Five Lakes in Yamanashi Prefecture. Lake Saiko is located in the foot of Fuji, less than two hours away from Tokyo, and offers a glimpse of the magnificent natural environment and various Japanese cultures. The facility is a former campsite that has been refurbished and approximately 300 square meters. The entire site is appro ximately 6000 square meters including the back mountain, and has a total of three private spaces for artists. You can concentrate on research and production activities in the studios and common spaces, which have been remodeled in a modern way while taking advantage of the characteristics of Japanese houses such as tatami. Located between the lake and the large back mountain, our facility is also suitable for indoor activities as well as outdoor activities and performances. In addition, we have partnerships with the gallery space near Nakameguro and Daikanyama areas, one of Tokyo's cultural hubs, and can be used for exhibitions, workshops and talk shows.
Contact	SAIKONEON 2234, Saiko, Minamitsuru Gun Fujikawaguchiko Mac, Yamanashi, 401-0332, Japan E-mail info[at]saikoneon.com facebook https://www.facebook.com/saikoneon/ instagram https://www.instagram.com/saikoneon/ contact person Toshimitsu Kobayashi

Facility information

Studio informationAvailable

Residence room, 3 rooms in total.（A,B,C)

RoomA:
Private accommodation & studio
Japanese room 30 sq. m.
We accept maximum of 3 people per room.

RoomB:
Private accommodation & studio 36 sq. m.
We accept maximum of 3 people per room.

RoomC:
Trailer house “Jubako” designed by Kengo Kuma
Private accommodation 11 sq. m.
We accept maximum of 2 people per room.

Shared studio, living room, kitchen, and bathroom.

AccommodationsAvailable

Presentation spaceAvailable

You can receive the right to use the exhibition space (Right in the heart of Tokyo) and stipend for the exhibition. You may use it freely for exhibitions and workshops, etc if your plan is acceptable for the gallery.

※notes You are reliable for your own transportation to and accommodation within Tokyo.
※notes Room C is not covered by the above gallery usage rights, but you can consult with us about rentals separately.

Location

Kawaguchiko Station >> SAIKO NEON
About a half and hours by Circle around Sightseeing Bus（Greenline）
30 sec. walk from the 'Kotsubura' bus stop.
Time table has every 30 minutes in the daytime.