Tokyo Digital Art Museum: Interactive Installation Fellowship 2026

The teamLab Borderless digital art museum in Tokyo is launching a new fellowship program for international digital artists to create permanent installations for their upcoming expansion wing. The year-long fellowship includes a $75,000 stipend, dedicated studio space, technical support, and housing in Tokyo. Selected artists will develop large-scale interactive digital installations that respond to visitor movement and engage with the museum's existing works. Fellows will have access to teamLab's proprietary software tools and engineering team to realize their concepts. The program seeks artists working at the intersection of interactive design, generative art, and immersive experiences. Proposals should consider how installations can evolve over time through visitor interaction while maintaining harmony with teamLab's aesthetic approach. Applications require a portfolio, project proposal, technical specifications, and demonstration of previous interactive work. Three fellowships will be awarded for the 2026 calendar year. Fellows are expected to be on-site in Tokyo for the duration of the program and participate in public programs and educational initiatives.

How to Apply

Submission Guidelines

TeamLab accepts artist collaboration proposals through their official inquiry system. Applications should include: detailed project concept with technical specifications, portfolio of previous digital/interactive art works (minimum 5 pieces), artist CV and statement, technical requirements and installation plans, proposed timeline and budget estimates. All submissions must demonstrate innovation in digital art, interactivity with audience participation, and alignment with teamLab's philosophy of borderless art experiences. Projects should incorporate cutting-edge technology such as projection mapping, sensor integration, or AI elements.

Actionable Steps

1. Visit teamLab's official website and review their current exhibitions and artistic philosophy to understand their aesthetic and technical approach

2. Prepare a comprehensive project proposal including concept sketches, technical diagrams, and interactive elements that align with teamLab's borderless art vision

3. Compile a strong digital portfolio showcasing previous interactive installations, projection mapping work, or immersive digital art experiences

4. Submit your proposal through the official contact form at teamlab.art/contact/, selecting 'Artist Collaboration' as the inquiry type

5. Follow up within 2-3 weeks if no response is received, as teamLab receives high volumes of artist submissions

Application & Contact

Application URL: https://www.teamlab.art/contact/

Contact: Email: info@teamlab.art, General Inquiries: +81-3-6427-2154