Artist in Residence KOBE (AiRK) OPEN CALL

Artist in Residence KOBE (AiRK) provides a flexible residency program for individual artists or groups to stay in Kobe for 1 to 3 months, starting any time between 5 January and 29 December 2027. Residents receive a private bedroom with shared bathroom and kitchen, utilities included, and a stipend of 120,000 JPY per 4 weeks (30,000 JPY per additional week). The program offers access to private studio space (in collaboration with partner facilities), venue arrangements for presentations, and promotional support. Applicants must be able to conduct independent research and creative work, communicate in Japanese or English, and cover their own travel, living expenses, and production costs. The residency emphasizes community engagement, requiring participants to collaborate with local audiences through workshops, talks, or open studios. No application fee is required. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; the AiRK office reviews submissions within two months and notifies successful candidates via email. The program is organized by the HAAYMM Association and located at Yamaguchi House, Kitano‑cho, Chuo‑ku, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan.

Grants and subsidies for travel expenses, Grants and other financial supports/ Support by coordinators and art professionals

Length of Residence: Individuals and groups that can stay and work at Artist in Residence KOBE (AiRK) for a minimum of 1 month and a maximum of 3 months. Community Engagement: Be willing to engage in exchange activities with locals during the length of stay. Language: Ability to communicate in Japanese or English Expenses: Ability to cover own airfare, transportation expenses, living expenses, and other costs and expenses related to the final work. House Rules: Able to follow house rules and live cooperatively with fellow residents and house managers.