- support period
- April 2026 to November 2026 (planned)
A program to support young artists in the field of art and video who aim for independent and continuous activities
Focusing on the presentation of the work by the artist himself, it supports from both sides of improving the ability to talk about the work and strengthening the concept.
In addition to providing highly flexible production support funds to selected supporting artists, the program provides continuous mentoring over eight months with diverse specialists in contemporary art and creates opportunities for young artists originating in Tokyo to make international strides by giving speeches to people in contemporary art in Japan and overseas.
Target fields and artists
subject area
- Art and video
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- Plane (Paintings, prints, photographs, etc.)
- Solid (including craft)
- Video (including animation)
Target Artists
All the requirements listed in the following items shall be satisfied.
- Individuals who live in Japan and want to work in Tokyo
- Must be able to participate in networking events, midterm briefings, and mentoring and presentation opportunities during the following fiscal year (April to November 2026).
- Be able to communicate in Japanese. (JL PT: N1 Equivalent)
- In the subject field (art/video), 3 years or more but less than 10 years have passed since the first time a work was exhibited (Individual exhibitions, group exhibitions, etc.) in Tokyo. Or, you must have exhibited your work in Tokyo at least 5 times and no more than 10 times. However, University exhibitions shall not be included in group exhibitions.
content of support
1. Payment of production support funds
We will provide a production support fund (495,000 yen) that can be used for creative works and research.
2.Presentation based mentoring program
The selection committee consists of gallerists, artists, collectors, curators, and other contemporary art specialists with diverse backgrounds, as well as mentors. It encourages artists to improve their storytelling skills and strengthen their concepts, supports the growth of supporting artists, and supports networking with people involved in arts and culture in Japan and abroad.
3.Creation of "TAAP Live" presentation stage
Taking advantage of the opportunities of art events held in Tokyo, we will create opportunities for artists to talk about their works (stage presentations and presentations) to audiences including gallerists, curators and collectors in Japan and abroad.
Selection committee members and mentors
Selection Committee (Selection of supporting artists and advice at interim debriefing)
(As of September 26, 2025)
Kanna Ueda
Takano Takahiro (Photographer/Professor, Tokyo Zokei University)
Miwa Taguchi (Co-President of TAGUCHI Art Collection, Member of International Advisory Board for São Paulo Biennale)
Mako Hosoi (Gallery Director, TARO NASU)
Mentors (advice in mentoring programs)
(As of September 26, 2025)
Awata Daisuke (Art criticism)
Ebata Kyoko (Artist)
Fujimoto Yukiko (Representative Director, Bookend Co., Ltd., Director, NPO Art & Society Research Center)
Application method and application period
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Application period
From 10:00 on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 to 17:00 on Wednesday, November 26, 2025
* The system time is based on Japan Standard Time.
* We will not accept applications after the acceptance period.
* The server is expected to be busy on the last day of the application period, so please submit well in advance.
*The personal information entered in the application form and application documents will be properly managed in accordance with the regulations concerning the protection of personal information of the Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture. However, the information may be provided to external experts and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government for review and evaluation. In addition, we may send you a questionnaire about the activities of supporting artists and the activities of Arts Council Tokyo.
Credit
- Sponsor
- Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Arts Council Tokyo (Tokyo Metropolitan History and Culture Foundation)
Contact Information
Tokyo Artist Accelerator Program（TAAP）事務局
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