If you’re an artist looking for time, space, and international exposure to develop your creative work, this opportunity is worth paying attention to. Applications are now open for the Japan TOKAS International Creators Program 2027. It is a Fully Funded Residency Program in Japan, organized by Tokyo Arts and Space (TOKAS), and invites international artists, designers, architects, and creative professionals from around the world to spend 3 months in Tokyo developing their creative projects. The residency will take place during selected periods between May 2027 and March 2028 in Tokyo, Japan. There is no application fee, and all the expenses are covered. More details are below.
Details About Japan TOKAS International Creators Residency Program 2027
- Host Country: Japan
- Location: Tokyo
- Organization: Tokyo Arts and Space
- Duration: 3 Months
- Deadline: 25th June 2026
Financial Benefits
Selected participants will receive:
- Round-trip economy airfare to Tokyo
- Free accommodation (single room)
- Shared studio/workspace
- Daily living allowance
- Project/work grant
- Opportunities to present work at TOKAS Open Studio events
Types of Residency Programs and Purpose
International Creator Residency Program: For Creators in the field of visual art, film, design, architecture, and to give opportunities to work in Tokyo.
Curator Residency Program: For people in the fields of curation, art criticism, and cultural research
Research Residency Program 2026: For People to conduct research on arts and culture in the city of Tokyo, targeting both international and local creators in the field of visual art, film, design, architecture, music, sound art, performing art, and curation.
Residency Duration
The residency lasts for 3 months. Participants can choose one of the following periods:
- May to July 2027
- September to November 2027
- January to March 2028
Eligible Fields
Applicants from the following disciplines can apply:
- Visual Arts
- Design
- Architecture
- Photography
- Media Art
- Sculpture
- Sound Art
- Video Art
- Performance Art
- Cultural Research
- Art Criticism
- Curation
Applicants should:
- Have experience in their creative field
- Be actively working on artistic projects
- Be able to communicate in English
What You’ll Gain
Participants will have the opportunity to:
- Develop independent creative projects
- Experience Tokyo’s art and cultural scene
- Connect with international artists
- Expand their artistic portfolio and global exposure
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates from all countries are eligible.
- International Creator Residency Program requirement:
- Resides outside of Japan.
- 5 years or more of experience in their specialized area.
- Sufficient English communication skills.
- Duo applications are eligible if at least one creator resides outside Japan.
- Students are ineligible (except for Ph.D. candidates).
- Curator Residency Program:
- Resides outside of Japan.
- 3 years or more of experience in their specialized area.
- Sufficient English communication skills.
- Duo applications are ineligible.
- Students are ineligible (except for Ph.D. candidates).
- Research Residency Program:
- Targets both international and local creators.
- Focuses on research in arts and culture in Tokyo.
- Applicants need a strong research proposal.
- Students are generally ineligible, except Ph.D. candidates
How to Apply for the Japan TOKAS International Creators Program 2027?
Candidates have to submit an online application. The Link to the official website is below.
APPLY NOW FOR THE JAPAN TOKAS INTERNATIONAL RESIDENCY PROGRAM
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