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title: "Art & Nature Creative Travel Experience in Japan"
organization: "sarasvati residency on the road"
category: residency
deadline: 2026-08-15
valid_through: 2026-08-15
countries: ["JP"]
location: "Osaka, Japan"
entry_fee: "$300 deposit ($150 non-refundable), total program costs $1500 (before August 15, 2026) or $1750 (after August 15, 2026)."
eligibility: "Open to individuals seeking a creative travel experience in Japan, with a preference for those who desire some autonomy in their daily activities while not wanting to solo travel."
source_url: "https://sarasvati.space/japan-2027"
canonical: "https://opencallradar.com/open-calls/art-nature-creative-travel-experience-in-japan-sarasvati-residency-on-th-04fe122b"
status: closed
last_updated: 2026-04-30T06:14:10.548837
---
# Art & Nature Creative Travel Experience in Japan

> **STATUS: CLOSED** — the application deadline has passed.
> This page is preserved so external citations stay reachable, but
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**Organization**: sarasvati residency on the road
**Category**: residency
**Deadline**: 2026-08-15
**Location**: Osaka, Japan
**Country code(s)**: JP
**Entry fee**: $300 deposit ($150 non-refundable), total program costs $1500 (before August 15, 2026) or $1750 (after August 15, 2026).
**Eligibility**: Open to individuals seeking a creative travel experience in Japan, with a preference for those who desire some autonomy in their daily activities while not wanting to solo travel.

## Description

Sarasvati Residency on the Road offers a 10-night creative travel experience in Japan during late spring 2027, arriving in Osaka on May 14 and ending May 24. This program provides a unique opportunity to visit prime locations off the typical tourist path, including authentic cultural experiences from castles to Edo period neighborhoods, contrasting with contemporary cities and small towns. The trip is structured around two hubs: Osaka for 4 nights and Okayama for 6 nights, allowing participants to explore various aspects of Japan with guidance on using the train system. This program is designed for those who prefer not to travel solo but also desire autonomy in their daily explorations.

## Apply / Verify

- Official source: https://sarasvati.space/japan-2027
- OpenCall Radar listing: https://opencallradar.com/open-calls/art-nature-creative-travel-experience-in-japan-sarasvati-residency-on-th-04fe122b