Ishibashi Foundation / The Japan Foundation Fellowship for Research on Japanese Art
Supports short-term research in Japan for international professionals studying Japanese visual arts, emphasizing contemporary art and global dissemination of research.
Funder: Japan Foundation of Los Angeles
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Per diem of 17,000 yen/day, round-trip airfare, insurance, and up to 100,000 yen research allowance for 21–59 days in Japan.
Summary: Supports international curators and researchers to conduct short-term research in Japan, advancing the global study and dissemination of Japanese visual arts.
Description
This fellowship, funded by the Ishibashi Foundation and administered by the Japan Foundation of Los Angeles, is designed to foster the development of professionals specializing in Japanese visual arts. The program provides international curators, researchers, educators, and conservators with the opportunity to conduct intensive, short-term research in Japan. Emphasis is placed on contemporary Japanese art and on projects that plan to widely disseminate research results through exhibitions or publications. The fellowship aims to deepen global understanding of Japanese visual arts and to introduce them to broader audiences worldwide.
