TartAMI Residence – Open Call 2026 (July, August, October–December)
Artists from all disciplines are invited to apply for a month-long or extended residency in Izumi City, Osaka, where they will create work, engage with tatami culture and local craftsmanship, and share their practice through presentations or exhibitions.
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- 1 day left
- Entry fee
- Free
- Location
- Izumi City, Osaka, Japan (Fujitatami Guesthouse)
- Exhibition window
- Jul 1, 2026 → Dec 31, 2026
About
Overview
TartAMI Residence is an artist-in-residence program run by TartAMI (Fujise Co., Ltd.), rooted in Japanese tatami culture and contemporary artistic practice. Located in Izumi City, Osaka—close to Kansai International Airport (KIX)—the residence offers a quiet, lived-in environment where artists can work closely with traditional materials while engaging with local craftsmanship and everyday life. Artists are encouraged to experiment freely with tatami as both material and concept, and to explore cross-cultural dialogue through their practice, research, and daily interactions.
Eligibility
Open to artists from all disciplines, including visual arts, installation, craft, design, performance, sound, and research-based practices.
Duration & Dates
- Minimum stay: 1 month
- Extensions may be possible depending on availability
- From June onward, the residency becomes more suitable for focused production and longer-term projects
- Residency period: July, August, October–December 2026
- Application deadline: August 31, 2026
Accommodation
- Private or shared rooms (depending on residency period)
- Traditional tatami flooring and futon bedding
- Shared kitchen and dining space
- Quiet residential neighborhood with opportunities for local interaction
Studio & Workspace
The studio space is located within the same facility and also functions as a small gallery. The adjacent tatami workshop can be observed during production hours. Studio use is shared and may vary depending on events or activities.
Fees
- ¥250,000 per month
- Shared-room option available with ¥50,000 discount
- Includes: Accommodation, studio use, utilities, and used tatami materials
- Does not include: Food, transportation, or additional art supplies and specialized materials
Materials & Equipment
Used tatami mats are provided as free materials for artistic creation. A small selection of tools and art materials is available on site for exploration and experimentation. Artists should bring or source any specialized tools or materials required for their practice.
Expectations & Application
Artists are encouraged to develop new work or research during the stay, share their process through an open studio, small exhibition, or informal presentation, respect shared spaces, and engage with the local environment when possible. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and selected artists will be contacted by email.
Application & Information
- Application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vgYznbdRprKx6q0INYhzsmTafonKo9ZBmcMi1BycFn4/viewform
- More information: https://yaoyoroz.wixsite.com/tartami/general-8?lang=ja
- Entry fee
- ¥250,000 per month; shared-room option available with ¥50,000 discount.
- Theme
- The residency is rooted in Japanese tatami culture and encourages artists to experiment with tatami as both material and concept while engaging in cross-cultural dialogue through artistic practice and interaction with local craftsmanship.
- Eligibility
- Open to artists from all disciplines.
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