PARADISE AIR is currently limiting the acceptance of artists

(Updated on August 27, 2020)
Due to the spread of coronavirus infection, PARADISE AIR is currently limiting the acceptance of artists. This is because it is still difficult to access Matsudo from overseas and distant parts of Japan, even after the Declaration of a State of Emergency has been lifted on May 25.

June – August 2020
As a first step towards resuming residency, MATSUDO “QOL” AWARD program is available for artists living within 60 minutes of Matsudo Station.

September – December 2020
We will continue to accept artists who live within a short distance (within 60 minutes of Matsudo station) with a view to extending the MATSUDO “QOL” AWARD.

January 2021 and onwards
Taking into account the circumstances, we will examine the resumption of residency for artists.
Open Call for the SHORTSTAY Program is available for applications to stay in January 2021 and onwards. Unfortunately, we can NOT assume when artists (especially foreign artists) could safely transfer and resume their stay. And please note that the program changes may cause some inconvenience to those who have applied.
We have been receiving a number of inquiries regarding the program, when and how it will be implemented or resumed, and requests to cancel or postpone the residency. Thank you for being patient with our replies, as we are doing our best to respond.

▶Current Immigration Status to Japan

［Foreign Nationals］
Please be aware of the limitations of landings from different countries and regions. (as of August 27)
(Japanese) https://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/ca/fna/page4_005130.html
(English) https://www.mofa.go.jp/ca/fna/page4e_001053.html

［Domestic and Foreign Nationals other than listed above］
It is possible to arrive in Japan, but there are various rules and regulations. (as of August 27)
https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/0000121431_00098.html

• In most cases, PCR testing is required after arrival in Japan.
  Until the results of testing are available, the passengers must stay at home, in an airport space, or in a facility designated by the quarantine station.
• You are required to return to your home or other destination without using public transportation.
• At your place, 14 days of self-quarantine is required.

▶Current Status in Japan

Latest information of Government of Japan
https://corona.go.jp/en/

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(Updated on May 18, 2020)
As a response to the current situation, PARADISE AIR has launched a call to offer a special 3-week experience at PARADISE AIR, allowing artists to create artworks in Matsudo in this time of coronavirus outbreak. This program only invites artists who live within 60 minutes of Matsudo station. NEWS released today.

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(Updated on May 7, 2020)
At PARADISE AIR, we are doing what we can do now, in small steps. As an artist-in-residence program, we are currently organizing a new form of open call to support artists who live in and around the city of Matsudo, including the neighboring cities in Chiba Prefecture, or any other areas within a similar distance. Details to be announced in the coming week of 5/18! Don’t miss it!

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(Update on April 9, 2020)
On April 7, responding to the COVID-19 epidemic spreads, the Japanese government declared a state of emergency for seven different areas in Japan, including Matsudo (Chiba prefecture).
>  link: Prime Minister declares state of emergency

PARADISE AIR had been supporting resident artists to return home over the week and yesterday, we sent off the last artist, who was staying at PARADISE AIR from March, leaving for his country. There is no artists currently in residence.
Since staff members are also requested to stay at home, PARADISE AIR will temporarily close its doors until May 6, the date specified by the declaration of the state of emergency. Thanks to their consideration, artists who were scheduled to stay during this period already agreed to cancel or postpone their stay.
We will announce when we decide to reopen the residency, after careful consideration regarding the situation.

If nothing else, Paradise staff are all healthy and safe! Keeping a close eye on the changing situation everyday, we enjoy discussing our future remotely. We hope everyone the best of all and see you soon!

 

Photo by Hajime Kato