The Tokyo Biennale Social Dive 2025 offers a fully funded art residency for international artists, emphasizing walking-based “Sanpo” art projects. This unique opportunity allows artists to explore Tokyo’s neighborhoods, engage with the local culture, and showcase their work on a global platform during the Tokyo Biennale 2025.
- 🎨 The Tokyo Biennale Social Dive 2025 offers a fully funded art residency in Tokyo for international artists.
- 🌆 Artists will create walking-based “Sanpo” art projects, exploring Tokyo’s neighborhoods and culture.
- 🌟 Selected artists receive full funding for travel, accommodation, and project materials.
- 📅 Residency dates are from September to October 2025, with the final artwork showcased at Tokyo Biennale 2025.
- 📝 Application deadline is May 2, 2025, requiring detailed project proposals and supporting documents.
Designation
Artist-in-Residence
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Program Name | Tokyo Biennale Social Dive 2025 |
| Host Country | Japan |
| Host City | Tokyo |
| Benefits | Round-trip travel, accommodation, project funding, and honorarium |
Research Area
Walking-based art projects focusing on community engagement and cultural exploration in urban settings.
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Eligibility/Qualification
- Open to artists of any nationality living outside Japan.
- Age: 18 years or older.
- One project proposal per applicant.
- Proposal must focus on “Sanpo” (walking).
- Plan to engage with local communities through research, storytelling, or workshops.
- Ability to connect with Tokyo’s culture and values.
- Available to stay in Tokyo from September to October 2025.
- Must present the final artwork at the Tokyo Biennale on October 17, 2025.
- Willingness to manage preparation, production, and exhibition tasks.
- Include plans for documenting activities related to community engagement and research.
Description
The Tokyo Biennale Social Dive residency program invites artists to immerse themselves in the art of walking (“Sanpo”) while interacting with Tokyo’s rich cultural landscape. Artists will spend September to October 2025 developing their projects and engaging with local communities, culminating in an exhibition at the Tokyo Biennale. Full funding covers travel expenses (up to 300,000 JPY), accommodation, project development support (up to 200,000 JPY), and an honorarium of 100,000 JPY.
How to Apply
- Prepare the following documents (in English or Japanese):
- Artist profile photo (max 1MB)
- Self-introduction statement (up to 500 words)
- Artist biography, CV, and portfolio (up to 5 pages, max 5MB)
- Project overview (1 A3-size sheet with text and visuals)
- Project schedule (1 A4-size sheet)
- Budget sheet (1 A4-size sheet)
- Reference links (website, social media)
- Video message (max 2 minutes)
- Submit your application through the official Application Form.
Last Date to Apply
May 2, 2025 (Friday) at 23:59 JST
For more details and to apply, visit the official Scholarships Corner page.
