nakanojo biennale 2027

The Nakanojo Biennale 2027 Artist Open Call invites artists from around the world to develop and present work across the historic towns, schools, hot spring districts, and rural landscapes of Nakanojo, Japan. The biennale has built an international reputation for long-term site engagement and artist-led production. Participating artists receive production support and access to exhibition sites throughout the region.

Nakanojo Biennale takes place across multiple communities within Nakanojo Town in Gunma Prefecture, Japan. The festival transforms former schools, shopping districts, historic buildings, hot spring areas, and rural environments into exhibition spaces for contemporary art. Artists work across a decentralized network of locations rather than within a single exhibition venue.

The biennale emphasizes artistic engagement with place. Applicants propose projects for specific sites while considering the architectural, social, and environmental conditions of each location. Artists are responsible for production, installation, maintenance, and removal of their work. The festival provides a framework that supports artistic development while encouraging long-term engagement with local contexts.