OpenFieldMaster of Fine Arts (MFA) in Traditional Japanese Crafts & Urushi Art
World-famous studio MFA training artists in authentic natural lacquerware techniques, maki-e gold powder embellishment, woodworking, and contemporary craft aesthetics.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor of Fine Arts or equivalent with background in crafts, sculpture, or painting
- English language proficiency
- JLPT N2 required for atelier instruction
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Portfolio containing 10 high-resolution photographic slides of original craft works
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Studio materials grant and exhibition funding assistance
- Application fee
- ¥30,000 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥535,800 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Kyoto City University of Arts documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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