Applications are now open for the Japan TOKAS International Creators Program 2026. It is a Fully Funded Residency Program in Japan for people from around the world. It is an opportunity for international creators and curators to live, create, and research in Tokyo. There are three types of Residency Programs: International Creator Residency Program, Curator Residency Program, and Research Residency Program. Each program has a different Duration. The Maximum duration to stay in Japan is three Months. There is no application fee, and all the expenses are covered. Below are more details about the Program requirements, financial benefits, and the application process.
Details About Japan TOKAS International Creators Program 2026/27
- Host Country: Japan
- Location: Tokyo
- Duration: 3 Months
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 25th June 2025
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Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Airfare Tickets
- Living Expenses
- Program Fees
- Accommodation
- Shared Studio Space
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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.
Timeline for Residency Periods (for all programs)
- Beginning of May to end of July, 2026
- Beginning of September to end of November, 2026
- Beginning of January to end of March, 2027
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Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates from all Countries are eligible.
- International Creator Residency Program:
- 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.
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How to Apply for the Japan TOKAS International Creators Program 2026?
Candidates have to submit an online application. The Link to the official website is below.
APPLY FOR THE JAPAN TOKAS INTERNATIONAL RESIDENCY PROGRAM
