Japan's Agency for Cultural Affairs will hold the 2nd Creator Support Fund Progress Report on June 5, 2026 at MEXT. Four of 80 funded projects will present results, with free YouTube live streaming available.
The Cultural and Artistic Activity Infrastructure Enhancement Fund (Creator Support Fund) has finalized the program and speakers for its Progress Report on June 5 (Fri), 14:00-17:15 at the Ministry of Education (MEXT). Co-hosted by the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the Japan Arts Council, this second annual event features four organizations selected from 80 funded projects. Presenting groups include: Emergency Performing Arts Network (SOIL Fellowship Program, theater), Kinema Citrus (Global Anime Challenge, anime), Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre (TMT Gear, venue-based creation), and Jikei Gakuen/Tokyo Communication Art College (Immersive Media Lab++, cross-disciplinary design). Each group presents for 30 minutes, followed by a moderated Q&A. The event is open to press and stakeholders on-site; the public can watch via YouTube live stream at youtube.com/live/PbtbXBx9kCw with no registration required. The fund supports multi-year creator development under two programs: Creator Development and High-Value Cultural Facility Support, and Creator Support (Development Program Construction and Practice).
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FAQ
When and where is the Creator Support Fund Progress Report Meeting held?
June 5, 2026 (Friday), 14:00-17:15 JST at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). YouTube live stream available at https://youtube.com/live/PbtbXBx9kCw with no pre-registration required.
What are the four presenting organizations and their projects?
Kinkyujitai Performing Arts Network (SOIL Fellowship Program, theater), Kinema Citrus (Global Anime Challenge, anime), Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre (TMT Gear, theater/music hall), and Jikei Gakuen/Tokyo Communication Art College (Immersive Media Lab++, cross-disciplinary design).
What is the Japan Creator Support Fund?
Officially named the Fund for Strengthening the Foundation of Cultural and Artistic Activities, it was established in 2024 under the Agency for Cultural Affairs budget within the Japan Arts Council to provide flexible, multi-year support for developing outstanding Japanese creators and artists.
Who organizes this event?
The Agency for Cultural Affairs (Bunkacho) and the Japan Arts Council (independent administrative agency) are the organizers.
How many projects are funded under this program?
A total of 80 projects have been selected, with 4 representative organizations presenting their progress at this report meeting.