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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
ARCUS Research Winter 2027
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We are pleased to announce the open call for ARCUS Research Winter 2027.
ARCUS Research is a self-directed residency program offering uninterrupted time and a contemplative environment for creative experimentation, in-depth fieldwork, and research.
The program welcomes not only artists but also curators, researchers, writers, and other practitioners in the cultural field to engage in creative discourses and activities. Located just an hour from Tokyo and near Mt. Tsukuba, ARCUS Research provides a tranquil setting and workspace where participants can reflect and deepen their creative process.
APPLICATION GUIDELINE
https://www.arcus-project.com/en/open-call/
DURATION
January 14 – February 25, 2027（43 days）
ELIGIBILITY
The applicant must:
-be a practitioner or other professional in a cultural and art-related field, including an artist, curator, researcher, or writer.
-not be enrolled at an educational institution during the program period unless a PhD program.
-have English-language ability proficient enough to communicate with staff.
PROGRAM FEE (Paid by participants)
JPY 400,000
(tax included)
*The fee includes studio space, accommodation, orientation at the beginning of the residency program. As an option activity, participants are invited to the “Show & Tell” salon to present their work and share projects with the local community at the end of the residency.
FUNDING
This is a self-funded residency program. If participants apply for grants from institutions, government agencies, universities in their country/province of origin, ARCUS Project will provide the acceptance letter for grant application once you are selected for the program.
DEADLINE
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 23:59:59 (JST).
PAST PARTICIPANTS
https://www.arcus-project.com/en/residence-program/arcus-research/
We look forward to receiving your application!
ARCUS Studio, 2418 Itatoi, Moriya, Ibaraki, 302-0101 Japan
www.arcus-project.com
