International open call exhibition
Would you like to exhibit your artwork at the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum?
Kankaku Exhibition #4
"The feelings embedded in the work"
The "Kankaku Exhibition" is about the senses—not just the five senses, but also the sixth sense, intuition, memory, and imagination—that are all aspects of the senses embedded in the artwork. Quiet sensations, intense sensations, feelings of cuteness, ambiguous sensations—all are forms of expression. Please exhibit artwork that reflects your own feelings.
Organizer: Spatial Art TORAM
"A place for new endeavors"
TORAM, a spatial art space, is a creative crossroads where diverse forms of expression intersect. Artists from Japan and abroad gather here, and a wide variety of works, including paintings, sculptures, videos, and installations, resonate with one another. For artists, it's a place of challenge and growth; for visitors, it's an experience of "discovery," where they encounter new talent. TORAM offers an open space where you can not only "view" art, but also "feel, think, and connect" with it.
Exhibition venue: Fukuoka Asian Art Museum
The Fukuoka Asian Art Museum is the only museum in the world that systematically collects and exhibits modern and contemporary Asian art. These works are neither imitations of Western art nor repetitions of tradition; they transcend the conventional boundaries of "art," created by artists living in the ever-changing "present" of Asia, imbued with heartfelt messages. The museum's extensive and high-quality collection of modern and contemporary Asian art possesses a unique charm and appeal unlike any other museum in the world.
A live art museum in the city
The Fukuoka Asian Art Museum is located in the heart of Fukuoka and Hakata, where the city's energy swirls. It is an urban museum that allows people living in this city to access the "present" of Asia through Asian art in the shortest possible way. Asian artists, in turn, utilize the unique locations and methods of expression of the city to reach out to the people who live there.
A special exhibition scheduled to be held around the same time: "A Guide to Asian Art: South Asia Special Edition"
As a special edition focusing on South Asia, this exhibition showcases works from seven South Asian countries (India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and Maldives) from our collection. The entire museum, including our two galleries and open spaces, will be filled with contemporary South Asian art.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
~ January 11, 2027 (Monday)
Receive an original tote bag exclusive to the exhibiting artist!
Thanks to your support, we have reached our 10th anniversary. We are deeply grateful for your continued support and participation. As a token of our appreciation, we will be giving original tote bags to all the artists who have exhibited their work in our open call exhibitions.
This is a rare item, available only in 2026.
Be sure to get your hands on our 10th anniversary original tote bag!
Table of Contents Links
1. About winning awards and selections
Awards and various prizes
・Grand Prize
・Excellence Award
・410 Gallery Award
・Kankaku Award
・International Artist Award
・Newcomer Award
・Special Award
・Others
Grand Prize
The National Art Center, Tokyo (Roppongi)
Exhibiting artwork at the "Dynamic Contemporary Artists" exhibition.
*We will cover the cost of "Section 200".
Excellence Award
The National Art Center, Tokyo (Roppongi)
Exhibiting artwork at the "Dynamic Contemporary Artists" exhibition.
*We will cover the cost of "Section 100".
410 Gallery Award
410Gallery FUKUOKA (Fukuoka/Hakata)
Solo exhibition
*We will cover the venue costs.
Award-winning artists
Artist name and artwork to be posted on the website
*Works will be displayed for one year.
Selected (exhibited) artists
Artist names are listed on the website.
Announcement of the winning works
The final day will be announced on this website the day before.
*There is no awards ceremony.
2. From entry to return of artwork
1. Entry
Approximately 10 to 20 minutes
Please fill in the required information and submit your entry.
2. Notification of Selection Results
About a week
We will contact you at the email address you registered.
3. Winners
By the delivery date
Packing, shipping, or bringing in artwork
4. Exhibition held
Artwork exhibited at Fukuoka Asian Art Museum
The names of the winning artists will be posted on the website.
5. Announcement of Award-Winning Works
Announced during the event
The winning entries will be posted at the venue and on the website.
6. Exhibition ends
Return of artwork
If you choose to send it by mail, it will be returned in about a week.
3. Information required for entry
1. Artist Information
・Real name
・Furigana (Japanese only)
・Artist name
・Date of birth
・Telephone number
・Email address
・Post code
・Address
・Profile (Optional)
2. Work Information
・Image of the artwork (front view)
・Title (20 characters or less)
・Main ingredients (20 characters or less)
・Size (cm)
・Issuance of exhibition certificate
3. Loading in and loading out
・Delivery
・Return
・Bring your own
・Takeaway
4. Application Guidelines
Exhibition Title
Kankaku Exhibition #4
Exhibition period
2026
September 17th (Thursday) - September 23rd (Wednesday)
venue
Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, 8th floor
Organizer
General incorporated association spatial art TORAM
Eligibility
No restrictions (regardless of age, gender, or nationality)
*Parental verification is required for those under 18 years old.
About the work
Theme: Freedom
*Regardless of whether it is concrete or abstract
*We accept submissions of past works and works previously published elsewhere, not just new works.
Genre (All Genres)
Flat section: Wall-mounted artwork
(Painting in general)
Oil painting, watercolor, acrylic, Japanese painting, printmaking, ink painting, calligraphy, photography, digital art, pencil, pen
Crayons, pastels, design, crafts, glass, metalwork, paper cutting, dyeing, embroidery
Resin, nail art, textiles, thread art, wire art, relief art, giclée printing, AI generation
Mixed media, etc.
Solid section: Freestanding artwork
(General aspects of sculpting)
Sculpture, casting, ceramics, metal, plaster, clay, mortar, wax, paper, objects, jewelry
Glass, crafts, resin, textiles, figurines, fake materials, 3D printers
Mixed media, video, spatial design, installations, etc.
*We accept all genres and materials, not just those listed above.
Judging will be based on the artwork images.
Judging fee: Free
・For those who are creating a work from now on, we will accept entries based on past works (reference works).
*If you are not selected, you will not be charged a participation fee.
Application deadline
Monday, August 17, 2026
We will contact you regarding your application status within approximately one week of receiving your entry.
For applicants from overseas
Application deadline: Up to one month before the deadline date.
Please check the "exbiting from Overseas" page before submitting your entry.
5. Application categories and participation fees
Application Category: New
My first application to an exhibition organized by TORAM
Or, those who have not exhibited for two years.
Section [ 30 ] 22,000 yen
*Only one artwork per section size.
Section [ 50 ] 35,000 yen
Section [100] 65,000 yen
Section [200] 115,000 yen
*Up to two works can be displayed within the designated area.
Application category: General Member (Free)
Exhibitors to TORAM-sponsored exhibitions within the next two years
Section [ 30 ] 17,000 yen
*Only one artwork per section size.
Section [ 50 ] 27,000 yen
Section [100] 50,000 yen
Section [200] 90,000 yen
*Up to two works can be displayed within the designated area.
One section per person
All prices include tax.
*A portion of the participation fee will be used as a sponsorship for the promotion of arts and culture.
6. Flat section (size including frame)
Section [ 30 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 30 x 30 x 3 cm
Section [ 50 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 50 x 50 x 5 cm
Section [ 100 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 100 x 100 x 10 cm
Section [ 200 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 200 x 200 x 20 cm
7. Solid section (size excluding display stand)
Section [ 30 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 30 x 30 x 30 cm
Section [ 50 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 50 x 50 x 50 cm
Section [ 100 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 100 x 100 x 100 cm
Section [ 200 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 200 x 200 x 200 cm
8. About the Exhibition
Exhibition rules
・Wall-mounted artwork requires a hanging string.
・Frame not required; edges will be treated as part of the artwork.
・Remove the glass from the picture frame (acrylic is acceptable).
・Participants must bring their own equipment (power supply available).
・Display stands are provided; please bring your own dedicated stand.
Prohibitions
・Do not use nails or double-sided tape with a diameter of 3 mm or more on walls or display stands.
★Fumigation and insect control treatment must be carried out on any artwork that may contain natural materials or insects.
・Unprocessed works cannot be exhibited.
・Items that scatter or are granular cannot be displayed.
・Distribution of flyers is prohibited inside the exhibition hall.
・Displaying QR codes is not permitted.
★Works featuring video, light, and sound
・The lights in the exhibition rooms cannot be turned off.
・Please provide a darkroom if needed.
・Wi-Fi etc.: Please bring anything you need.
・Please prepare a 5-meter extension cord.
・After closing time: The power to the venue will be turned off.
・Audio: Can be used with headphones or at a volume that is audible within the designated area.
・Powering on: When requesting assistance from the secretariat, please ensure that the operation is easy to perform.
Caption Content
・Artist name
・Title
・Material
*This will be produced by the secretariat.
*Title and ingredient list must be 20 characters or less.
Our staff will handle registration at the venue.
Please let a staff member know when you arrive, and they will give you an artist pass.
I am very much looking forward to you being able to see the exhibited works.
Exhibition by art dealers
A professional exhibition company that handles national treasures and world-renowned works of art will carefully and appropriately display your artwork.
The destination for sending artwork and the destination for bringing it in are different.
Address to send your artwork
Nippon Tosho Unso Co., Ltd. (Fukuoka)
Date of arrival of artwork: September 14, 2026
Place to drop off
Fukuoka Asian Art Museum
Delivery date: September 16, 2026
9. Delivery (Delivery Company)
For those using a delivery service
Shipping: Prepaid
Return shipping: Cash on delivery
*No specific delivery company is designated.
Date of arrival of artwork
Deadline: Monday, September 14, 2026 (morning)
Address to send your artwork
Nippon Tosho Unso Co., Ltd.
812 - 0063
1 - 21 - 15 Harada, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
To "Kankaku Exhibition #4"
Those who cannot come to the venue on the delivery day
Delivery and setup fee (unpacking and display): 5,500 yen
Those who cannot come on the day of removal
Removal service fee (packing and return): 5,500 yen
- Return shipping: Approximately one week after completion (cash on delivery)
• Return shipping label: Provided by the secretariat
10. Carry-in (delivery)
Delivery date and time
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 10:00
Delivery location
Fukuoka Asian Art Museum
812 - 0027
3 - 1 Shimokawabata-machi, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Riverain Center Building, 8th Floor
For those bringing their own items (delivery procedure)
① 09:30 Check in at the museum entrance
② 10:00 TORAM registration begins in the exhibition room
③ 11:30 Unpack the artwork after registration
④ 12:00 Place the packing materials in the designated location
⑤ 12:30 Inform the office that we're finished and leave.
We are looking for someone to help with the unloading process.
14:00 - 19:30 Unpacking and setting up artwork
・Please inform the office when you bring in your delivery.
・Items to bring: Gloves, cutter
11. Removal (take-out & removal by contractor)
Removal date and time
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 17:00
Removal location
Fukuoka Asian Art Museum
812 - 0027
3 - 1 Shimokawabata-machi, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Riverain Center Building, 8th Floor
For those taking items home (removal procedure)
① 16:00 Check in at the museum entrance.
② 16:30 Group photo session (optional)
③ Enter by the closing time of 17:00.
④ 17:30 Bring the packaging materials from the warehouse to the front of the artwork.
⑤ 18:00 Pack your artwork individually.
⑥ 18:30 Inform the office that the session is over and leave.
We are looking for someone to help with the removal process.
17:00 - 19:30 Dismantling work and packing of artwork
・Please inform the secretariat when you are removing the items.
・Items to bring: Gloves, cutter
Those who cannot come to the exhibition venue on the removal day
Removal service fee (packing and return): 5,500 yen
・Return shipping: Approximately one week after completion (cash on delivery)
・Return shipping label: Provided by the secretariat
12. Regarding Sales
Artwork cannot be sold inside the museum.
For inquiries regarding the purchase of exhibited works or works posted on the website, please contact the secretariat.
After the exhibition concludes, we will hold business meetings with clients at our partner gallery, "410Gallery."
If a contract is concluded
・Transaction fee: 40%
・Electronic payment processing fee: 5%
・Bank transfer fees: to be borne by each individual.
*For works priced at 30,000 yen or more, a gallery sales certificate will be issued to the buyer.
*We will transfer the funds to your designated account within one week.
13. Limited to exhibiting artists
★ Only for those who wish to participate
① Listing Artworks on 410 WebStore
Price per work: 6,600 yen
・Published for one year after the exhibition ends.
If a contract is concluded
・Transaction fee: 40%
・Electronic payment processing fee: 5%
・Bank transfer fees: to be borne by each individual.
*For works priced at 30,000 yen or more, a gallery sales certificate will be issued to the buyer.
*We will transfer the funds to your designated account within one week.
*No handling fee for sales other than 410
② Issuance of exhibition certificate
5,500 yen per copy per work
Issued by 410Gallery
- We will mail it to you approximately one month after the exhibition ends.
14. Frequently Asked Questions
15. Entry Form
★We will contact you at the email address you provided within about a week of your entry.
