Research Residency Program 2027｜TOKAS Residency Programs

Artists are invited to apply for a 6-12 week research residency in Tokyo to conduct research on arts and culture, present findings in an open studio, and engage in creative activities.

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Location: TOKAS Residency, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Exhibition window: May 1, 2027 → Mar 31, 2028

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About

Overview

Tokyo Arts and Space (TOKAS) offers a Research Residency Program for international and local creators to stay, conduct research on arts and culture in Tokyo, and engage in creative activities. The program welcomes artists from various creative fields including visual arts, design, architecture, music, performing arts, curation, art criticism, cultural research, and writing.

Residency Details

Duration: 6 to 12 weeks
Locations: Sumida-ku, Tokyo (near Ryogoku Sumo Hall, Sumida Hokusai Museum, Edo-Tokyo Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, and Tokyo Skytree)
Number of residents: 5

Residency Periods

May–July 2027
September–November 2027
January–March 2028

What TOKAS Provides

Living space (single room)
Assistance for research and public relations

Expectations

Selected artists will present their work and findings in an Open Studio.

Application Requirements

Completed Application Form (PDF)
Two letters of recommendation
Portfolio

Application Deadline

Application Period: May 19–June 16, 2026, 18:00 JST (Japan Standard Time, GMT+9)

More Information

Visit https://www.tokyoartsandspace.jp/en/archive/application/2026/20260430-321.html

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