National Center for Art Research Opens Applications for the First Phase of Fiscal Year 2026 for the "Artist International Promotion Support Program"
The National Center for Art Research (NCAR) has opened applications for the first phase of its FY2026 program to support Japanese artists participating in international art exhibitions abroad.Summary
The National Center for Art Research (NCAR) announced on December 15, 2025, the opening of applications for the first phase of its Fiscal Year 2026 "Artist International Promotion Support Program." This program aims to enhance the presence of Japanese contemporary art in the global scene by providing financial support to organizers of international art exhibitions held outside Japan that feature Japanese artists. Support covers part or all of the expenses, up to a maximum of 3.5 million JPY per artist or 7 million JPY per international exhibition. Applicants must be organizers of international biennials or triennials starting between April 2026 and March 2027, possess independent administrative and accounting structures, and comply with NCAR guidelines. The application deadline is January 31, 2026, with results announced by March 31, 2026. The article also lists the three international exhibitions selected for support in the second phase of FY2025: the 25th Sydney Biennale, the 59th Carnegie International, and the Edinburgh Art Festival 2026.
(Source：ART iT)