Artist In Residence Program 2027 – Performing Arts

Kyoto Art Center (KAC) is inviting applications from emerging artists and researchers working in the performing arts for its Artist-in-Residence Program 2027. One artist or artist group will be selected to spend up to three months in Kyoto, engaging in creative production and cultural exchange.

Applicants must have a clear reason for undertaking their work in Kyoto and be able to plan and implement at least one public exchange project during their stay. The programme is open to international applicants who can communicate in English or Japanese.

Residency Periods:

• Option A: 1 May – 31 August 2027
• Option B: 1 November 2027 – 28 February 2028

Support Provided:

• Accommodation arranged by KAC for the duration of stay (up to 3 months)
• Studio space at Kyoto Art Center
• Round-trip economy airfare from your home region to Kansai or Osaka International Airport
• Production subsidy of ¥200,000 JPY (tax included), applicable to both individuals and groups
• Public relations support
• Assistance from KAC art coordinators

Note that food, artist fees, and other living expenses are not covered. Artists are responsible for their own production materials and are strongly encouraged to arrange travel insurance.

How to Apply:

Submit the following via the online application form by 31 July 2026 (18:00 JST):

1. Completed Application Sheet (download from KAC website, PDF format)

2. CV (1 page, PDF)

3. Portfolio (maximum 5 pages, PDF, max 10 MB)

All documents must be in Japanese or English. Results will be communicated by email in late November 2026.