6okken Residency 2027 at the foot of Mt. Fuji, Japan

Eligibility

Eligible countries: No country restriction

Individuals, pairs, small teams and families with children may apply.

6okken Residency 2027 at the foot of Mt. Fuji, Japan Deadline: 31 May 2027 Country: Japan 6okken is an artist-run residency in Oishi, a small village on the north shore of Lake Kawaguchi at the foot of Mt. Fuji, about two hours from Tokyo by bus. Each resident or group has a whole house with its own kitchen and bathroom, in a cluster of six houses where our members also live and work. Terms are 26 nights, eleven times a year. Applications are open year-round, at least 60 days before the start date. Artists, writers, curators and researchers of any nationality and discipline are welcome, at any stage of their career. Individuals, pairs, small teams and families with children can all apply. We speak English and Japanese. Duration of residency 26 nights per term, with eleven terms between January and December 2027. Shorter self-service stays of one to three weeks are also possible. Accommodation A whole house for each resident or group, with its own kitchen, bathroom and Wi-Fi. Pairs, small teams and families with children are welcome. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance All disciplines are welcome. Residents can use a shared studio, a garage for larger projects and the garden for outdoor work. Our team gives an online meeting before arrival, pick-up from Kawaguchiko Station with a welcome lunch, chat support during the stay, and a car ride up to twice a week for shopping and research.Studio / Workspace A shared studio, a garage for larger projects, and the garden for outdoor work.Fees and support There is no application fee. The residency fee is 280,000 JPY per 26-night term for the first person (320,000 JPY for summer terms 6 to 8), plus 100,000 JPY for each additional person. This covers the house, utilities and staff support. Heating oil in winter is charged at cost. Travel, food and materials are covered by the artist. A 20% deposit within 14 days of acceptance holds your house, and the balance is due 60 days before arrival. We are glad to write invitation letters and letters of support for grant applications. Expectations towards the artist There is no required final presentation or output. The time is yours to research and make work. Application information Apply through the online form at least 60 days before the start of your term. Applications are open year-round, and we usually reply within about two weeks. https://forms.gle/7rmbD8ubF1Ppz7AC6

How to apply

Online form; apply at least 60 days before the term starts.