Title:
Kyoto Art Center Artist In Residence Program 2026 Visual Arts
Deadline:
31 August 2025
Announcement Date:
Late November 2025
Organization:
Kyoto Art Center
KYOTO ART CENTER offers an artist-in-residence program to support the creative activities of emerging artists and researchers in the field of arts who seek to create new artistic expression through exposure to different cultures.
Founded Year:
2015
Language:
Japanese or English
Duration:
Within 3 months between April 1, 2026 (Wed) and March 31, 2027 (Wed)
Application Guidelines:
1) First, please fill out all items on the application sheet in English or Japanese.
Application Sheet（English：Word）：https://www.kac.or.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/AIR_application_2026_ENG-1.doc
Application Sheet（English：PDF）：https://www.kac.or.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/AIR_application_2026_ENG-1.pdf
Application Sheet 応募用紙（Japanese：Word）：https://www.kac.or.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/AIR_application_2026_JP.doc
Application Sheet 応募用紙（Japanese：PDF）：https://www.kac.or.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/AIR_application_2026_JP-1.pdf
2) Next, please fill out all items on the application form accessing from the link below and add the application you fill out in 1) at the designated area in the form and then complete the application entry by the end of the application period.
*The maximum file size is 10 MB.
*Please name the file with your name. Ex. File_YourName.pdf
Application Form: https://forms.gle/cvbpyGdgJVqxmLgb7
*Please do not attach images or video files directly to the application form, but write the URL in the designated field on the application sheet.
*Please attach your portfolio at the end of the application form.
*The maximum file size is 10 MB.
*Please name the portfolio with your name. Ex. Portfolio_YourName.pdf
*Incomplete applications will not be subjected to review.
Eligibility:
1) An emerging artist or researcher active in the field of visual arts who has a clear reason for staying in Kyoto for production, research, etc.
*Literature and cross-genre applicants are eligible to apply every year.
2) Participants must be able to plan and implement exchange projects with the public during their participation period.
3) Capable of communicating in English or Japanese
Rewards:
not mentioned
Outcome:
After the completion of the residency, you will be required to submit a report.
Selection Procedure:
Selection will be made by a selection committee composed of experts and applicants will be notified by e-mail (scheduled for late November 2025). Please note that inquiries regarding the selection process will not be accepted.
Social Media Links:
https://www.instagram.com/kyotoartcenter/
Application Fees:
not mentioned
Participation Fees:
not mentioned
Residency Fees:
not mentioned
Accommodation Fee:
not metioned
Paid by Artist:
1) Food, artist fees, and other living expenses will not be provided.
2) Please prepare your own supplies for production, research, and other activities.
3) If you will be traveling with a production assistant or family member, please discuss with us in advance. Please note that the support is only applicable to the artist.
4) In the event of accidents, illness, or other unforeseen circumstances during your stay, you are responsible for your own safety. We highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance.
Paid by Host:
1) Cooperation in public relations
2) Assistance by art coordinators
Financial Assistance:
1) Round-trip airfare (Economy class) from residential area to Kansai International Airport or Osaka International Airport.
2) Subsidy of 200,000 yen (tax included) per production (for both individuals and groups).
Fellowships:
None
Studio / Workspace:
Provide a studio at KYOTO ART CENTER
Accommodation:
1) Provide an accommodation during the period of stay (up to 3 months in principle).
2) Kyoto Art Center does not own any accommodation facilities, therefore we will arrange an accommodation for selected applicants according to their schedules and requests.
Location:
604-8156 JAPAN, Yamabushiyama-cho 546-2, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
Airport:
関西国際空港（Kansai International Airport, KIX）
Driving Instructions:
not mentioned
Contact Information:
info@workspacebrussels.be
Email:
info@kac.or.jp
Phone:
+81-75-213-1000
Website:
https://www.kac.or.jp/en/