Ishibashi Foundation / The Japan Foundation Fellowship for Research on Japanese Art
Forecasted
This fellowship enables international art professionals to conduct short-term research in Japan focused on Japanese visual arts, with an emphasis on sharing results globally.
Funder: Japan Foundation of Los Angeles
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Per diem of 17,000 yen/day, round-trip airfare, insurance, and up to 100,000 yen research allowance; fellowship duration: 21–59 days.
Summary: Supports international curators and researchers conducting short-term research on Japanese visual arts in Japan, with emphasis on sharing results globally.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected and subject to confirmation.
Description
This fellowship program, administered by the Japan Foundation of Los Angeles and supported by the Ishibashi Foundation, is designed to advance the expertise of professionals specializing in Japanese visual arts. It enables curators, researchers, educators, and conservators residing outside Japan to undertake intensive, short-term research projects in Japan. The program encourages projects that promote the study and international appreciation of Japanese art, particularly contemporary works, and prioritizes those with plans to disseminate research outcomes through exhibitions or publications.
