[Recruiting Participants] Art Interpreter Training Course: Beginner Level

Overview

As part of the Tokyo Biennale 2025 program, we are offering a training course to cultivate “Art Interpreters,” specialists who connect art with society. The goal of this course is to train individuals who can facilitate dialogue through art, making social issues visible and encouraging collaboration among diverse groups of people.

Schedule and Location

Dates: August – December 2025 (includes 9 practical training sessions)

Duration: Each session is approximately 60 minutes. Some sessions may include time for pre-course study.

Location: Online, Tokyo Biennale related facilities, Chiyoda Ward, and Taito Ward areas.

Instructors: Reiichi Noguchi (Curator, Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum), Min Nishihara (Curator), Masato Nakamura (Artist), Meruro Washida (Curator), Yumi Shishido (Program Director), and others.

Format

• Online lectures and in-person practical training.
• Reaction papers and other assignments will be required after each session.
• Upon completion, a certificate will be issued to those who are deemed to have successfully completed the program based on an overall evaluation.

Details

Capacity: 15 people

Application Requirements: Applicants must be able to attend all 6 on-demand lectures and be available for the designated dates and times for in-person practical training. Please check details via the “Application” button below.

Application Deadline:

• First Round: Tuesday, September 30, 2025
• Second Round: Friday, October 31, 2025

* Applications will close once the capacity is reached.

Course Fee: ¥40,000 (tax included)

Payment Method: Details will be sent to your registered email address.

How to Apply: Please register using the dedicated application form.

Application method：After you register via the form, we will notify you by email.