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6okken Residency 2027 Terms, Open Call

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About This Opportunity

6okken is an artist‑run residency located in Oishi, Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi, Japan. Artists and researchers of any nationality, age, career stage or discipline may apply for a 2027 term, which lasts four weeks; participants may stay for one to three consecutive terms (up to twelve weeks). The residency provides a whole house to the resident(s) with Wi‑Fi, kitchen, living amenities, a common studio, woodshop, garage and garden. Additional support includes an online pre‑arrival meeting, pick‑up at Kawaguchiko Station, weekly grocery trips, chat support, and advice on grant applications. Partners, children, companies, collectives and families are welcome, and co‑sleeping children stay free. Residents must hold medical and travel insurance for the whole stay. Applications are accepted year‑round, at least 60 days before the desired term, via an online Google Form. Fees are paid by the resident: 280,000 JPY per four‑week term for the first resident (summer terms 320,000 JPY) plus 100,000 JPY per additional person; a 20 % deposit is required after acceptance.

What's Offered

Housing
Housing Provided

Whole house to yourself, Wi‑Fi, kitchen, living amenities, common living room, studio, woodshop, garage, garden, online pre‑arrival meeting, pick‑up at station, weekly grocery trips, chat support, grant‑application advice.

Restrictions

Open to artists and researchers of any nationality, age, career stage or discipline. Partners, children, companies, collectives and families may apply together. Residents from abroad must hold medical and travel insurance.

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