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Event History
ARCUS is established in 1994 -- the longest residency program in Japan
What Makes this event different?
This program particularly emphasizes research-based practices and presents the initial results of these processes at open studios. We welcome ideas for projects that develop out of encounters with people, the land, and culture, and aspire to form critical discourse that are open and international.
Residency Period
September 11 through December 9, 2026 (90 days)
Program Provides
・Stipend: 540,000 JPY
・Round-trip airfare
・A private studio (67.5m2)
・A private furnished apartment
・Support (coordination, studio visits, translation)
Application Deadline:
March 19, 2026 (23:59:59 JST)
To apply:
https://www.arcus-project.com/en/open-call/ (for artists residing outside Japan)
About ARCUS:
Since 1994, ARCUS Project has supported artists engaged in creative activities worldwide by providing time, space, and a vibrant community to foster exchange through residencies and public programs. Today, ARCUS is the most prominent and longest-running residency program in the field of contemporary art in Japan. In 2025, ARCUS Project has been selected as one of the Top 10 Best Artist Residency Programs in the World (by CAI)
