Arts and Culture Grants
The Foundation aims to support the arts and cultural sectors becase we believe creativity is germane to our very existence. By providing grants to individuals and groups engaged in these fields, we aim to nurture a culturally enriched society.
COVID-19 Emergency Grant
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The 2nd COVID-19 Emergency Grant (Contemporary Art)Application period closed
This grant is awarded to individuals and groups whose activities and projects in contemporary art were interrupted by COVID-19, and who require support to continue those activities.
Grants for Individuals in the Arts and Culture
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Contemporary Art Research GrantApplication period closed
This grant is awarded to individuals engaged in research in the field of Japanese contemporary art.
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International Conference Grant (for Attendees and Participants)
This grant is awarded to organizations holding conferences and is intended to subsidize the cost of conference organization and management.
This grant is not available for FY2021. -
Travel Grant
This grant is awarded to individuals attending research conferences in Japan or overseas and is intended to subsidize travel expenses.
This grant is not available for FY2021.
Grants for the Promotion of Japanese Arts and Culture
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Contemporary Art Translation GrantApplication period closed
This grant aims to support the creation of high quality English-language translations of materials related to Japanese contemporary art, such as artist portfolios, in order to disseminate information about its current state and diversity overseas.
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Specific Themed Research GrantAccepting referral applications only
This grant is awarded to individuals working on specific research themes in arts and culture set by the Foundation or recommended by individuals with relevant knowledge and experience.