Open Call

2020 Open Call from Japanese Artist In Residence “SAIKONEON” nearby Mt.Fuji with opportunity to exhibit in Tokyo

SAIKONEON

No Funding
Fujikawaguchiko Mac, Japan

Eligibility

Visual art , Design , Literature , Performance , Music , cartoon/manga ect, Applicants must cover the costs of facilities, travel and living expenses, as well as production costs. We are unable to provide any scholarship and other financial help. We accept individual and group application. Please see page E for residence fee. The applicant is reliable for their own insurance. Please be sure to get medical insurance for when you need treatment at a hospital etc. We will not cover the cost of medical treatment and insurance. The applicant is also reliable to get the appropriate visa if necessary.

Number of Participants

We accept applications from individuals or a group. Please refer to the accommodation detail page for the fee and the maximum number(2~3) of people per registration room.

Deadline

Selection Results (Announcement Dates)

Duration

May 16, 2020 - December 02, 2020

Costs

  • ¥214,500 program fee (monthly)

Facilities

Gallery, Individual Studio, Installation Space, Shared Studio

Housing

Apartment, Cabin, Kitchen, Private Room, Shared Bathroom, Shared Room

Meals

Coffee, Tea

Public Programs

Exhibition, Group Dinners, Performances, Workshops

Disciplines

Cartoonist, Design, Drawing, Illustration, Installation, Interdiscplinary Arts, Music, Painting, Performance Art, Photography, Research, Sculpture, Visual Arts

Languages

English, Japanese

Program Description

Saiko Neon is an artist-in-residence set up on the shore of Lake Saiko, one of Fuji Five Lakes in Yamanashi Prefecture. Lake Saiko is located in the foot of Fuji, less than two hours away from Tokyo, and offers a glimpse of the magnificent natural environment and various Japanese cultures. The facility is a former campsite that has been refurbished and approximately 300 square meters. The entire site is approximately 6000 square meters including the back mountain, and has a total of three private spaces for artists. You can concentrate on research and production activities in the studios and common spaces, which have been remodeled in a modern way while taking advantage of the characteristics of Japanese houses such as tatami. Located between the lake and the large back mountain, our facility is also suitable for indoor activities as well as outdoor activities and performances. In addition, we have partnerships with the gallery space near Nakameguro and Daikanyama areas, one of Tokyo'

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