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ARCUS Project Ibaraki Artist-in-Residence Program

ARCUS Project Administration Committee (Ibaraki Prefecture) · Moriya, Japan

Fully funded 90-day residency in Moriya, Ibaraki, for artists from anywhere in the world, with ¥540,000 for living and production, studio, accommodation and return airfare. The 2026 call ran 17 February to 19 March 2026; the 2027 call is expected in early 2027.

Deadline: Not stated
Entry fee: Free

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Who can enter

Location: Open worldwide
Age: No age limit
Career stage: Any
Mediums: Any medium
Submission: Online submission
Also: Artists engaged in creative activities worldwide; see application guidelines.

About

ARCUS Project has run an artist-in-residence programme in Moriya City, Ibaraki Prefecture, since 1994, inviting internationally active artists to pursue research-based practice with curatorial tutorials, an open studio and local engagement.

The 2026 programme ran from 11 September to 9 December 2026 (90 days). Selected artists received ¥540,000 for living and work expenses, a studio, accommodation, round-trip airfare, regular tutorials with a curator and staff support. No application fee is mentioned.

Applications for 2026 were accepted from 17 February to 19 March 2026 (23:59:59 JST). ARCUS publishes a new open call each February; 2027 dates have not yet been announced.