About the Open Call

ARCUS Project’s artist-in-residence program provides opportunities for artists in the field of contemporary art to cultivate their artistic creativity and vision. Located around an hour from Tokyo, a residency at ARCUS Studio allows participants to engage with the contemporary art scene in Japan and devote themselves to creative endeavors in a calm environment. The program emphasizes research-based practices that develop out of encounters with people, the land, and culture, presenting initial results at open studios. For 2026, the project will relocate to a site on the grounds of a currently operating elementary school in Moriya City to foster community engagement.

What is Offered

Studio, accommodation, round-trip airfare, living and research expenses of 540,000 JPY, and support from a director and coordinators.

Requirements

Artists engaged in contemporary visual arts or related fields who reside outside of Japan. Applicants must be able to enter Japan legally, must not be enrolled in an educational institution (except PhD programs) during the residency, and must have proficient English-language communication skills.

How to Apply

Applicants must read the Application Guidelines and complete the Online Application Form at https://arcus-studio.jpn.org/residence_entryform.html. Required documents include the specific ARCUS CV Form (Word or PDF), and an optional Video Description form.