SARUYA AIR 2027 Open Call
Submit a CV, artist statement/project proposal, and portfolio documenting your research-based practice for a 1-3 month residency in Fujiyoshida, Japan focused on textile culture and experimental practice.
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- Entry fee
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- Location
- Fujiyoshida, Japan
- Exhibition window
- Jan 1, 2027 → Dec 31, 2027
About
Overview
SARUYA AIR is a research-based residency program in Fujiyoshida, Japan, welcoming artists, designers, writers, photographers, and researchers interested in developing experimental and process-oriented practices through fieldwork, material research, publishing, and interaction with local weaving culture.
Residency Details
- Duration: 1 to 3 months
- Accommodation: Private or semi-private rooms in a renovated traditional-style building
- Includes: Wi-Fi, shared kitchen, shared bathroom, common areas, basic furniture, bedding, and laundry facilities
- Location within walking distance of local shops, train stations, and textile district
Supported Disciplines & Facilities
- Disciplines: textile, publishing, photography, printmaking, writing, sound, and interdisciplinary art
- Access to RISO printing studio and shared workspace
- Connections to local textile factories and craftspeople
- Field research environment within Fujiyoshida
- Opportunities for artist talks, workshops, and presentations
What's Included & What's Not
SARUYA AIR provides accommodation, shared workspaces, RISO STUDIO access, and basic local support. Residents are responsible for travel, food, materials, and daily living expenses. Production costs, specialized equipment, translation support, and material expenses are not included unless otherwise discussed in advance. SARUYA AIR is not a large-scale fabrication facility.
Expectations
Residents are expected to actively develop their own research, experimentation, or creative practice during the residency. While no finalized outcome is required, residents are encouraged to engage with the local environment, industry, and everyday life through fieldwork, observation, and conversation. Sharing aspects of process or research through informal presentations, artist talks, open studios, publications, or workshops is encouraged.
Application Materials
- Full name, nationality, current location, and email
- Website, Instagram, or portfolio link
- CV or short biography (PDF)
- Artist statement and/or project proposal
- Short description of how your research or practice relates to SARUYA AIR and Fujiyoshida
- Preferred residency period and duration of stay
- Documentation of previous works or projects
- Optional: links to publications, writing, or previous research
Key Dates
- Application deadline: 2026-06-30
- Residency period: 2027-01-01 to 2027-12-31
More Information
- Website: https://saruya-air.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saruya_air/
- Theme
- A research-based residency focused on textile production, material culture, fieldwork, and experimental practice connected to local weaving industry and everyday life in Fujiyoshida.
- Eligibility
- Open to artists, designers, writers, photographers, musicians, filmmakers, curators, and researchers from all backgrounds and nationalities with a clear interest in research-based practice and material exploration.
- Audience
- Artists, designers, writers, photographers, musicians, filmmakers, curators, and researchers from all backgrounds and nationalities.
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