The mic program is simple.

Designed for individuals and groups seeking an extended stay, the program offers the time and space to focus on creative practice while experiencing the unique lifestyle of Japan’s remote islands.

Our support in three key areas.

1. Space

Each participants is provided with space for
①accommodation ②work ③sharing

The facilities are located nearby the calm sea.

Basecamp
This is our base of the program; a place to create, connect, and enjoy good food together.

The building is a traditional Japanese house that is over 140 years old. When we first found it, it was quietly hidden among overgrown trees and plants. It wasn’t in the best condition.

The renovation is still ongoing, and we hope to keep evolving the space gradually together with those who gather here. We value the inherent spirit and presence of the building, approaching it with the mindset of being temporary guests in the space. We hope to share time here with that sense of humility and respect.

Accommodation / Tsumiki[tsɯ̥miki]
The house is suitable for a group of two or an individual.

This is the first small yet cozy house we renovated. The tatami mats were dismantled, cleaned, and reused as aggregate and decorative elements in the earthen walls. Please enjoy the rich, shifting expressions of the earthen walls as they change with the light.‍ ‍(tumiki ‘s renovation process)

  • Tsumiki

  • Kitchen

  • Kitchen

  • Room

  • Earthen Wall

  • Bathroom

  • Bathroom

  • Work Desk

2. Experience

Our basecamp is located in a small community, but the area has many inspiring locals. If participants wish to connect with the local community, we are happy to help facilitate introductions. While we do not provide full-time translation services, we are always willing to support when it contributes to your creative activities.

  • ShimaShima Farm

3. Creative Process

We will offer hands-on assistance when extra help is needed during the creative process. The available time is limited during each month.

  • Pocket Project by MoveMate

  • Pocket Project by MoveMate

  • Team Building by Brook and Breeze

  • Photography Project by Hoho Lin

  • Hoho Lin / Visual Artist

  • Bamboo Bicycle by David Wang

  • Bamboo Bicycle by David Wang

  • Animation Artist, LeiLei

  • Filming by Leilei

  • Field research at Aoki Farm by MoveMate

  • Interview with Taku Yamada (Shinobue Player) by MoveMate

  • Field recording by Stars Lee

Fees and length of stay

One month | 120,000JPY‍
‍*Currently in the trial period
◯ You may stay for up to three months. However, the fee is 240,000JPY for two months and 360,000JPY for three.
◯ The fee includes utilities for the space, and creative support.
◯ Participants may leave at any time; however, program fees are charged around the beginning of each calendar month.
◯ To reserve a spot in the program, a deposit is required in advance. The remaining balance can be paid in cash upon arrival. For example, if you wish to stay for one month, a deposit of 30,000JPY is required; for two months, a deposit is 60,000JPY.
◯ If a reservation is canceled within three weeks of the program start date, two-thirds of the deposit will be charged as a cancellation fee.
◯ Participants are responsible for their own transportation costs, food expenses, and any daily expenses, including local activities they choose to take part in on the island.

Complimentary activity

◯ We will have a welcome group meal each month if we have new participant.
◯ For the first week of stay, we will show you around the island and go to the hardware/supply store as well as the grocery store. There are no art supply stores nearby. If you need any specific art supplies, please contact us in advance. (A small local grocery store is available within a walk or cycling distance.)
◯ We will help to organize the final exhibition at the end of your stay for sharing experience with the local community and audience beyond.

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