Open Call for Proposals: Boso Triennale 2027

The Boso Triennale 2027 will be organized by Chiba Prefecture, Ichihara City, Kisarazu City, and Otaki Town from March 6 to May 30, 2027.

The Triennale accepts proposals through its Open Call from March 1 to March 31, 2026.

We welcome proposals for works and projects that highlight the unique history and culture of the Boso region, featuring its distinctive and abundant natural environment, and raise international awareness of the Boso Triennale.

To help applicants better understand the aims and context of the Triennale, a site visit will be organized. This one-day bus tour includes visits to candidate sites and a lecture by General Director Kitagawa Fram.

For further details, please refer to the official website.

Boso Triennale 2027

-Venues: Ichihara City, Kisarazu City, and Otaki Town, Chiba Prefecture, Japan
-Dates: Saturday, March 6 – Sunday, May 30, 2027 / Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays
-Organizer: Boso Triennale Executive Committee
-General Producer: Kobayashi Takeshi
-General Director: Kitagawa Fram
-Official Website: https://boso-artmix.com/

Open Call Overview

-Categories: Open proposal / Designated site proposal / Artist-in-Residence (AIR)
-Application Period: Sunday, March 1 – Tuesday, March 31, 2026
-Award: Participation in the Boso Triennale 2027, with production support ranging from JPY 500,000 to 2,000,000
-Juror: Kitagawa Fram, General Director of Boso Triennale 2027
-Details: https://boso-artmix.com/news/270130_opencall

Traveling Boso – International Art Factory –

Located in the Boso region, where diverse cultures have been cultivated over time, the Boso Triennale 2027 will be organized by Chiba Prefecture, Ichihara City, Kisarazu City, and Otaki Town as a platform for community-based development through art and culture. The Triennale aims to nurture local industries, culture, art, and music while engaging in dialogue with international perspectives.

Stretching across Chiba Prefecture, the Boso region has long held a significant place in Japan’s history. Historically, the area functioned as a political and cultural hub of the Kanto region, encompassing former castle towns, and was once home to ancient burial mound–building cultures. Geologically, the Boso Peninsula also played a role in the formation of the Japanese archipelago. In the modern era, the region has grown into a major industrial and residential area, while preserving its satoyama landscapes and historic environments, making it a microcosm of Japan itself.

Visitors will journey through the Boso region by train, car, bicycle, or on foot, encountering artworks and music performances along the way. Under the concept of “International Art Factory,” the Triennale highlights artistic creation and making through artist residencies, symposia, and workshops. General Producer Kobayashi Takeshi will lead music performances inspired by the local environment. Collaborations with local food producers will also generate new culinary experiences and encourage interaction with the community.