Center AiR seeks artists and researchers in visual arts, performing arts, film/video, and crafts for a minimum 20-night residency at an artist-run space in Japan.
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Get matched →Center is an artist-run space with hostel in Kanuma, Tochigi, Japan. It aims to be a place for artistic expression outside of established genres, centred on experimental film and music, and a unique place in the world where a new culture can be fostered. The program seeks to deepen artists' modes of expression and foster sustainable alternative networks enabling people and communities from around the world to meet and connect organically.
Artists and researchers in art, music, moving image, design and crafts. People who can communicate in English or Japanese. Can stay with partner, collective, or as a family with children. Groups larger than 10 people should contact organizers.
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.
Kanuma is conveniently located 1.5 hours by direct express train from Tokyo (Asakusa) and about 30 minutes by train to Nikko World Heritage Site. About 70% of the area is forest and nature with hot springs.