About the Residency
Chino Base Artist in Residence is located at the foot of Mt. Hiei, one of the most sacred and historically spiritual places in Japan.
During your stay, you will have free access to the garden and common spaces of Chino Base, and become part of a warm community of craft artisans and artists.
The program also includes basic interpretation and translation support, helping you connect with the local culture and artisans.
As an option, you may also use the Lumen Field Gallery on the first floor for exhibitions or open studio presentations (additional fee).
Program Fee (Accommodation provided free of charge)
- Private room for single use is provided.
- Wi-Fi, shared kitchen, and common spaces available.
- Minimum stay: 1 month.
Fee
Program Fee (Accommodation provided free of charge)
| 1 month | ¥90,000 |
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| 2 month | ¥180,000 |
Gallery Space (Optional)
| 2 weeks | ¥60,000 |
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| 4 weeks | ¥100,000 |
Outline
What We Provide
- Furnished private rooms with Wi-Fi (3 rooms in total, maximum 3 residents at a time)
- Shared studio desk
- Common spaces (kitchen, garden, bathroom, living room)
- Partnership with a gallery in central Kyoto for exhibitions, events, and workshops
- Support for promotion and networking of your activities
- Basic interpretation and translation support
Residency Rules
- The building is a renovated traditional house, so sound travels easily. Please be mindful of noise.
- Kindly greet neighbors with a smile and respect the local community.
- Cleaning staff comes twice a week. Residents are expected to keep their rooms and shared spaces clean and tidy in daily life.
Resident Artists
Ryn Wilson
Ryn Wilson is a photography and video artist based in New Orleans. Her work blends cinematic storytelling with themes of feminism, mythology, mysticism, and the environment. She has exhibited internationally, including at the Ford Foundation Gallery (NYC), the New Orleans Museum of Art, and Kunsthall Stavanger (Norway). Ryn has lived and worked in Tokyo, Bangkok, Hamburg, and Shanghai, where she assisted Chinese photographer Maleonn. In addition to her art practice, she also works as a costume designer and seamstress for film and performance.