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Home| Support Project| FY2026 Overseas Study Visit Program for Arts Management Professionals

Overseas Study Visit Program for Arts Management Professionals

Providing young art managers with the opportunity to become the first step in international activities

In order to create creativity that fascinates the world as the center of the art scene in Japan and abroad, and to strengthen its function as an international art hub by making maximum use of the arts and cultural resources accumulated in Tokyo, young art management personnel who will play a role in connecting artists and society in the future will be dispatched to art festivals and other events on a short term basis, and opportunities will be provided to build a network with people involved in arts and culture overseas to become the first step in international activities. In addition, through direct contact with pioneering works and creative sites overseas, we aim to foster creative momentum from an international perspective. In the future, we will deepen cooperation between Tokyo and each of our clients and build and strengthen networks between Tokyo and overseas sectors. In fiscal 2026, we will expand the number of dispatch sites to 7 regions (planned) to further enhance our business.

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FY2026 Overseas Study Visit Program for Arts Management Professionals

content of support

  • Round-trip airfare between Japan and client (economy class)
  • local accommodation expenses
  • Daily allowance (15000 yen per 1 night stay)
  • overseas travel insurance
  • Other support includes coordination of schedules and programs at the client site, local introduction of relevant personnel, and advice.

dispatch target

The field of activities to be targeted is selected according to the partner.

All of the following conditions shall be met in each field.

  • Interested in performing overseas, exchange with the overseas sector, or co-production, etc., but no or little work experience overseas
  • At least three years of relevant work experience
  • Willingness to utilize the results of participating in this program in future activities such as overseas development and overseas cooperation
  • Residents living in the Tokyo metropolitan area and engaging mainly in activities in Tokyo
  • Possess a valid passport with the required remaining period at the time of the second selection (interview) (refer to the detail page of each placement)
  • Have sufficient Japanese language ability that does not interfere with application form entry, interviews, reporting, and communication

Third Public Offering

Destination 1: Tainan Art Biennale

Overview
Japanese architects will also exhibit at the Tainan Art Biennale, which will be held for the first time this year, and visit architecture in several cities, including Tainan, Taichung, and Taipei, where tradition and technology are fused. In addition to observing the cityscape, by participating in the art biennial, we aim to come into contact with expressions at the forefront of the world, encounter diverse values, and build an international network.
dispatch time
October 30, 2026 to November 6 (planned) (maximum stay 7 nights)
dispatch target
Architectural professionals (Architects, designers, architectural critics, researchers, etc.)
offering period
From 14:00 on Friday, July 3, 2026 to 14:00 on Wednesday, August 5

Recruitment Information: 2026 Overseas Study Visit Program for Arts Management Professionals 3rd | Tainan Art Biennale

Destination 2: London West End

Overview
We will send you to London's West End, the world's greatest theater district along with New York Broadway. It will be an opportunity to experience the attractiveness of the "entertainment business" from various perspectives, such as people's lives and culture, and cutting-edge musicals, and to experience the ideas and scale of the real entertainment business that are not found in Japan.
dispatch time
November 1, 2026 to November 8 (planned) (maximum stay 7 nights)
dispatch target
Producers, directors, curators, technicians, etc. mainly young people involved in performing arts (Theater, dance, music, etc.)
offering period
From 14:00 on Friday, July 3, 2026 to 14:00 on Wednesday, August 5

Recruitment Information: 2026 Overseas Study Visit Program for Arts Management Professionals 3rd Round | London West End

Destination 3: Berlin Arts Festival Performing Arts Season, Eurosien Leipzig

Overview
We will participate in the 4th Performing Arts Season of the Berlin Arts Festival, which celebrates its 75 year anniversary, and the 36 Euroscene Leipzig. Through viewing works at both festivals, which present a wide range of internationally outstanding dance, theater, and performance works, and at other venues that will be performed at the same time, the participants will gain exposure to the trends of creative writing at the forefront of the field, exchange with local stakeholders, and gain an international perspective and network.
dispatch time
November 7, 2026 to November 14 (planned) (maximum stay 7 nights)
dispatch target
Producers, directors, curators, technicians, etc. mainly young people involved in performing arts (Theater, dance, music, etc.)
offering period
From 14:00 on Friday, July 3, 2026 to 14:00 on Wednesday, August 5

Call for Information: 2026 Overseas Study Visit Program for Arts Management Professionals 3rd Edition | Berlin Performing Arts Season, Euroscene Leipzig

Third Public Offering

Details and applications
特設サイトにてご確認ください。

Second Public Offering

Destination 1: The 16 th Gwangju Biennale, Seoul

Overview
They will be dispatched during the Gwangju Biennale, Kiaf SEOUL, and Frieze Seoul to experience contemporary art trends and world-class art markets, and to build an international network with art professionals in various countries.
dispatch time
September 2, 2026 to September 8 (planned) (maximum stay 7 nights)
dispatch target
Curators, directors, art professionals, etc., mainly young people involved in the visual arts
offering period
From 14:00 on Friday, May 8, 2026 to 14:00 on Thursday, June 11

Recruitment Information: 2nd Overseas Study Visit Program for Arts Management Professionals 2026|16th Gwangju Biennale, Seoul

Destination 2: The 51 th Toronto International Film Festival

Overview
They were dispatched to the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), known as the largest film festival in North America, and to TIFF: The Market, a new market to be opened in 2026. Through networking with industry stakeholders, we aim to gain an international perspective and deepen our insight into the film industry, which will lead to future activities.
dispatch time
September 10, 2026 to September 17 (planned) (maximum stay 7 nights)
dispatch target
Young people in the film industry (Film festival directors, producers, film directors, screenwriters, technical and production staff, film media critics, etc.)
offering period
From 14:00 on Friday, May 8, 2026 to 14:00 on Thursday, June 4

Call for Applications: 2nd Overseas Study Visit Program for Arts Management Professionals 2026|51st Toronto International Film Festival

2nd Public Offering

Details and applications
特設サイトにてご確認ください。

Summary of the Second Adoption

overview
[Gwangju Biennale, Seoul]
29 applicants, 3 candidates for dispatch
Toronto International Film Festival
48 applicants, 3 candidates for dispatch

2026年度アートマネジメント人材等海外派遣プログラム 第2回 派遣対象者決定（光州ビエンナーレ、ソウル）
2026年度アートマネジメント人材等海外派遣プログラム 第2回 派遣対象者決定（トロント国際映画祭）

First public offering

Destination 1: Sydney Biennale

Overview
The tour will be dispatched to coincide with the closing of Australia's largest international contemporary art exhibition, the Sydney Biennale, which will celebrate its 25 th anniversary, and will serve as an opportunity to network with participating artists, curators, and art professionals from around the world.
dispatch time
June 8, 2026 to June 15 (planned) (maximum stay 7 nights)
dispatch target
Curators, directors, art professionals, etc., mainly young people involved in the visual arts

Invitation: 2026 Overseas Study Visit Program for Arts Management Professionals 1st Session|Sydney Biennale

Destination 2: Dutch Festival

Overview
We will send them to the Netherlands Festival, the largest international performing arts festival in the Netherlands, which will be held for the 79 th time. Led by some of the world's leading artists, the Amsterdam Festival showcases a wide range of cutting-edge performing arts. We aim to build an international perspective and network through interaction with people involved, as well as exposure to trends in creative writing at the forefront.
dispatch time
June 17, 2026 to June 26 (planned) (maximum stay 7 nights)
dispatch target
Producers, directors, curators, technicians, etc. mainly young people involved in performing arts (Theater, dance, music, etc.)

Call for Applications: FY2026 Overseas Study Visit Program for Arts Management Professionals 1st|Netherlands Festival

First Public Offering

offering period
2026年3月4日（水）16:00 ～ 3月31日（火）14:00
詳細・申込は特設サイトにてご確認ください。

Summary of the First Adoption

overview
Destination 1: Sydney Biennale
18 applicants, 3 candidates for dispatch
Destination 2: Netherlands Festival
43 applicants, 3 candidates for dispatch

2026 年度アートマネジメント人材等海外派遣プログラム第1回 派遣対象者決定（シドニー・ビエンナーレ、オランダ・フェスティバル）

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Sponsor
Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture Arts Council Tokyo

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