- Pre-Launch Promo 1: June 25th to July 2nd (1 week)
- Pre-Launch Promo 2: July 5th to July 11th (1 week)
- Arrival Dates:
- 1st • 10th • 19th • 28th of each month between August and Novermber 2026
How to apply
Application Requirements:
1. Your portfolio URL or images of your art work (5 images)
2. A brief residency proposal (casual & flexible, just share your vision!)
3. Preferred dates
4. Family details (if applicable)
5. Application fee (Currently $0 until April 30th, 2026.)
Seasonal Residency Periods:
Spring: March – May
Summer: June – August
Fall: September – November
Residency Length:
1 week to 3 weeks (For a longer stay, please contact us.)
Expectations: We do not place productivity or public presentation requirements on residents. Artists are free to experiment, research, create new work and rest as they wish.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with notifications sent within 2 weeks.
1. Residency Fee
- Pre-Launch Promo (June & July 2026): $700 per 1-week session – Limited introductory rate for our pre-launch weeks.
- Regular Season (August–November 2026): $900 per week – Artists may stay 1, 2, or 3 consecutive weeks.
- Includes exclusive use of the traditional Japanese house, private studio space, and basic utilities (electricity, water, Wi-Fi).
2. Payment Terms
- Deposit: A 30% non-refundable deposit is required within 14 days of acceptance to secure your spot.
- Balance: The remaining balance is due 30 days before your residency start date.
- Payments Accepted:
- Secure online payment via Stripe (Major Credit Cards, Klarna/Afterpay, Apple Pay, and Google Pay accepted)
- Cancellations:
- Deposits are non-refundable.
- For cancellations made more than 30 days before arrival, any balance paid beyond the deposit will be refunded.
- Note: We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover unexpected changes to your plans.
3. Additional Guests
- The residency fee covers one artist.
- For partners, collaborators, or family members staying overnight
- Family members are welcome for an additional fee:
- $150 per additional adult per week
- $100 per child under 12 per week
- Maximum of a family of 4
4. What’s Included
- Private stay in a traditional Japanese home
- Private art studio
- Kitchen and laundry
- Access to garden and river
- Wi-Fi Internet
- Japanese bedding and towels
- Utility costs (reasonable use)
- Bicycle rental
Ready to Begin Your Creative Journey?
Port of Imazu, Takashima, Shiga Prefecture