ARCUS Research 2007 Residency Program in Summer and Winter
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We are pleased to announce that ARCUS Research is available in the summer 2027 and winter 2028. ARCUS Research is a self-directed residency program that offers an uninterrupted time and contemplative environment for creative experimentation, in-depth fieldwork, and research.
The program enables not only artists but also curators, researchers, writers, and practitioners in the cultural field to engage in creative discourses and activities. Located in an hour from Tokyo and close to Mt. Tsukuba, ARCUS Research provides a calm environment and working space where participants can reflect and unwind the creative process.
We are currently accepting applications. The application deadline is December 16th, 2026.
DURATION
One-month residency: 1 to 3 participants for each period
June 3ーJuly 2, 2027
July 7ー August 5, 2027
Two-month residency: 1 to 3 participants
June 3ーAugust 5, 2027
Six-week residency: 3 participants
Duration: January 14ーFebruary 24, 2028
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)
One-month residency: JPY270,000
Two-month residency: JPY520,000
Six-week residency: JPY400,000
(tax included)
*The program fee includes studio space, accommodation, and basic consultation and orientation at the beginning of the residency program. A bicycle is provided. Additional support such as interpretation, translation, and coordination for research or a project is available for a fee.
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.
APPLICATION GUIDELINE
https://www.arcus-project.com/en/open-call/
DEADLINE
Applications must be submitted by email no later than December 16th, 2026 by 23:59:59 (JST)
PAST PARTICIPANTS
https://www.arcus-project.com/en/residence-program/arcus-research/
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ARCUS Project
Koya Elementary School
Building C, 2nd Floor
1342 Koya, Moriya, Ibaraki 302-0125 Japan
