International Creator Residency Program 2026｜TOKAS Residency Programs
International creators in visual art, film, design, and architecture are invited to apply for a 3-month residency in Tokyo with accommodation, airfare, living expenses, and support for creative work.
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- Entry fee
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- Award
- Accommodation, airfare, living expenses (per diem), and fee for creative work/project; presentation at Open Studio and Result Exhibition at TOKAS Hongo
- Location
- TOKAS Residency, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, Japan
- Exhibition window
- May 1, 2026 → Mar 31, 2027
About
Overview
Tokyo Arts and Space (TOKAS) offers a 3-month artist-in-residence program for international creators in visual art, film, design, and architecture. The residency includes accommodation, airfare, living expenses (per diem), and support for creative work. Residents are expected to present their work at the Open Studio and Result Exhibition at TOKAS Hongo.
Residency Periods
- May 1 – July 31, 2026
- September 1 – November 30, 2026
- January 1 – March 31, 2027
Location & Facilities
TOKAS Residency is located in Sumida-ku, Tokyo, in an area with traditional culture and local industries. Two shared studios (125㎡ and 48㎡) are available from 9:30am to 10:00pm, equipped with Wi-Fi and air conditioning. The area includes nearby attractions such as Ryogoku Kokugikan (Sumo Hall), Sumida Hokusai Museum, Edo-Tokyo Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, and Tokyo Skytree.
Support Provided
- Living space (single room)
- Airfare
- Living expenses (per diem)
- Fee for creative work/project
- Assistance for research and public relations
Eligible Disciplines
Visual art, film, design, and architecture.
Application Deadlines
- Documents: June 25, 2025, 18:00 JST
- Portfolio: July 2, 2025, 23:00 JST
How to Apply
Download the Outline and Application Package from the TOKAS website at https://www.tokyoartsandspace.jp/en/archive/application/2025/20250513-305.html
Expectations
Selected residents are expected to present their work at the Open Studio and participate in a Result Exhibition at TOKAS Hongo.
- Award
- Accommodation, airfare, living expenses (per diem), and fee for creative work/project; presentation at Open Studio and Result Exhibition at TOKAS Hongo
- Eligibility
- Open to international creators in visual art, film, design, and architecture.
- Audience
- International creators
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