MOYA Creative Residence Program 2027 – Retreat North & Create – In the Midsts of Almost Nowhere

MOYA Creative Residence Program 2027 invites artists, designers, writers, musicians, filmmakers, dancers, philosophers and other creators to a tranquil sanctuary in Kaneyama‑town, Yamagata, Japan. The residency runs from 21 May to 31 October 2027 (minimum stay of 10 nights) and provides private tatami suites with studios, as well as communal facilities such as a library, kitchen, workshop, garden and an expansive cellar. Participants receive studio space, presentation spaces (gallery/hall) and access to technical staff. Accommodation is not provided; residents cover the accommodation fee and are responsible for their own visas and insurance. Applicants must be fluent in English and/or Japanese. Applications are accepted from 1 Oct 2026 to 1 Oct 2027 via the MOYA website. The program is open to creators of all disciplines and career stages.

Studio space, Accommodation, Presentation spaces (gallery, hall), Travel support

Applicants must be fluent in English and/or Japanese. Open to visual artists, performing artists, craft/applied arts, film/video creators, writers, musicians, dancers, entrepreneurs, designers, and other creators.