Applications are now open for the Japan TOKAS International Creators Program 2027, a fully funded 3-month residency in Tokyo, Japan, organized by Tokyo Arts and Space (TOKAS).
The program is open to artists, designers, architects, curators, and cultural researchers from around the world. Selected participants will stay in Tokyo between May 2027 and March 2028 to develop creative projects and connect with international creators.
There is no application fee.
Program Details
- Host Country: Japan
- Location: Tokyo
- Duration: 3 Months
- Organizer: TOKAS
- Deadline: 25 June 2026
Financial Benefits
Selected applicants will receive:
- Round-trip airfare
- Free accommodation
- Shared studio/workspace
- Daily living allowance
- Project support grant
- Opportunity to showcase work at TOKAS events
Residency Periods
Applicants can choose from:
- May – July 2027
- September – November 2027
- January – March 2028
Eligible Fields
- Visual Arts
- Design
- Architecture
- Photography
- Media Art
- Sculpture
- Sound Art
- Video Art
- Performance Art
- Cultural Research
- Art Criticism
- Curation
Eligibility Criteria
International Creator Residency
- Must live outside Japan
- Minimum 5 years of experience
- English communication skills required
Curator Residency
- Must live outside Japan
- Minimum 3 years of experience
- English communication skills required
Research Residency
- Open to both local and international applicants
- Strong research proposal required
Students are generally not eligible except PhD candidates.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit an online application through the official TOKAS website before 25 June 2026.
VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY
Check other opportunities:
Germany Study Visa 2027 | New Rules, Financial Proof and Complete Guide
Fully Funded UK Master’s Scholarship for Refugees and Asylum Seekers 2026
Bucharest Summer University 2026 in Romania | Fully Funded
Matsumae International Foundation Fellowship 2027 in Japan (Fully Funded)
SLE Postgraduate Program 2027 in Germany (Fully Funded)
Study and Work Opportunity in Switzerland | IPU Internship 2026
