Japan · Fellowship · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Kobe UNESCO City of Design International Artist-in-Residence Fellowship

Three-month creative residency offering studio facilities, digital media labs, and a solo exhibition at the Kobe Design University Art Gallery.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Practicing designer or media artist with international exhibition credentials
English language proficiency: Working English or Japanese
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Residency creative proposal and digital portfolio
Recommendation letters: Two professional design endorsements

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Studio space + ¥200,000 JPY/month living stipend + exhibition production grant
Application fee: ¥0 JPY
Tuition / joining costs: Sponsored creative residency

Dates and verification

Application deadline: Annual international creative residency call
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Kobe Design University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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