International Open Exhibition
Judging fee: Free
Call for Art works
1000 Exhibition
Space Art TORAM
10th Anniversary Exhibition: 1000 Exhibition
Scheduled to be held in autumn 2027
Prizes and additional prizes: See application guidelines
Organizer: TORAM General Incorporated Association
Application Deadline
We will close applications once we reach 1,000 people (1,000 points).
*We will notify you of the results of your entry within about a week.
What is the 1000 Exhibition?
The overwhelming power of art
The persuasive power of 1,000 and the strength of the collective.
The exhibition will bring together 1,000 works by 1,000 artists, showcasing the power of 1,000 artworks across all genres.
This is an international open exhibition that brings together 1,000 works of all genres, from both domestic and international artists, ranging from those exhibiting in a museum for the first time to active professional artists.
What is TORAM spatial art?
A place for new endeavors
We hold exhibitions of all genres, including two-dimensional and three-dimensional art, with a focus on contemporary art.
Many artists from Japan and abroad participate, providing an opportunity for them to start working professionally and for artists exhibiting for the first time to try their hand at new things.
We are engaged in a wide range of art-related activities, including open exhibitions at international art museums, international exchange exhibitions, artist support, and workshops.
1000 works left
778
works
From entry to exhibition
01
Entry
10 to 20 minutes
Prepare the image, size, and main materials of the work in advance
02
Notification of selection results
1 to 2 weeks
We will contact you via your registered email address
03
Event Notice
Scheduled for Spring 2027
Once you receive the event notification, please prepare for the exhibition.
04
Exhibition
Scheduled to be held in autumn 2027
Exhibition of selected works. The exhibition will be held by the secretariat.
05
Announcement of the Winners
During the exhibition
The winning entries will be announced on our website and in the exhibition room.
Information
1. Awards and exhibit benefits
3. Section size
4. Application category,Participation fee
6. Exhibition
7. Delivery
8. Carrying out
10. Entry form
1. Awards and Exhibition Benefits
●Grand Prize
Next, his work will be exhibited at the National Art Center, Tokyo (Roppongi, Tokyo) in the exhibition "Dynamic Contemporary Artists"
(We will cover the M section participation fee)
●Excellent Award
Next, his work will be exhibited at the National Art Center, Tokyo (Roppongi, Tokyo) Dynamic Contemporary Artists Exhibition
(We will cover the S section participation fee)
●410Gallery Award
Solo exhibition at 410 Gallery (Hakata, Fukuoka)
(We will cover the gallery venue costs)
Awards
International Artists Award
1000 Exhibition Award (tentative name)
Newcomer Award
Special Award
About the Selections
Those whose works are selected (exhibited) will have their names published on our website (Award-winning and Selected Artists).
*Artist names have been listed since the first event.
About the Winners
Those who win (have their works exhibited) will have their names and works published on our website (Winning and Selected Artists).
*Works will be posted for one year, and artist names will continue to be posted.
Announcement of the Winners
The winning works of those selected (exhibited) will be announced on this website (winning and selected artists) and in the exhibition room during the exhibition period.
*There will be no awards ceremony.
2. Application Guidelines
Genre (All genres)
Two-dimensional works (paintings, wall artworks, etc.)
Three-dimensional (three-dimensional/spatial modeling)
theme
Free
Both abstract and concrete
*Unpublished and past works are acceptable
Eligibility
No restrictions (regardless of age, gender, or nationality)
*Those under 18 years old require parental confirmation.
Image Review
Screening fee: Free
*Those who are planning to create a work in the future will be judged based on images of their past works (reference works).
Notification of entry acceptance
Once your entry is confirmed, you will be contacted by email within about a week.
*If you are not selected, your participation fee will not be charged, so please wait for contact from the secretariat.
*Selected entries will be sent a notification of selection and a [Information for Exhibitors] booklet, but as this will be sent by post, it may take up to two weeks for the documents to arrive.
Cancellation Policy
*If you wish to cancel, please do so within 8 days of receiving your selection notification. If you cancel more than 8 days after receiving your selection notification, we will charge you a 5,500 yen administrative fee. If you cancel within one month of the event date, we will not refund your participation fee as we need to prepare the exhibition space. If you decline after receiving your selection notification, your entry will be cancelled.
2.1 By the date of the event
Once the date has been decided, we will notify selected applicants.
A notice of the event (including the venue and date and time) is scheduled to be issued in spring 2027.
Information for new applicants
Thank you for your interest in the 1000 Exhibition. TORAM Spatial Art's open exhibitions are held at international art museums such as the National Art Center, Tokyo and the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, so please feel free to participate in other open exhibitions hosted by TORAM.
Although your application will be a new entry until your work is exhibited in a TORAM-sponsored open exhibition, we hope that you will enjoy the joy of having your work exhibited in an international art museum. If you receive a notification of your selection, we look forward to your participation in other TORAM-sponsored open exhibitions.
3. Section size
Flat （Solid）
Height x width x depth (Solid/depth) cm
Flat（Solid）
Within 30 x 30 x 3 (30) cm
How to use partitions
*The size of the work can be freely determined as long as it fits within the plot size.
*Flat size includes frame
*The size of the sculpture does not include the display stand.
4. Application category and participation fee (tax included)
A portion of the participation fee will be used as sponsorship funds for the promotion of arts and culture. *All prices include tax
New
Those who are applying to an exhibition organized by TORAM for the first time, or those who have had their last exhibition for more than two years.
Section [30] 8,800 yen
General (free membership)
Those who have exhibited at an exhibition organized by TORAM within the past two years
Section [30] 8,800 yen
TOARM Member (paid member)
Those who have exhibited at TORAM-sponsored exhibitions more than twice
Section [30] 8,800 yen
4 (1) Issuance of Exhibition Certificates
Exhibition Certificate
*Only those who exhibit will be issued a ticket upon request.
It is proof that your work has been exhibited in an international museum.
Part 1: 5,500 yen (tax included)
Contents: Exhibition name, artwork image, artwork title, museum name, and date
Please use it for your own records, selling your works, and when working overseas.
*If you would like multiple copies, please write them in the comments section.
5. Captions and Title Cards
Please have the artist create it.
* Only 1 piece produced
*Free format
*Please include it with your work.
size
3cm long x 6cm wide
*The caption color is white.
Content to be entered
title
Artist Name
6. Exhibition
Advance preparation of the work
After filling out the attached sheet (included with the selection notice), please write the title, artist name, and real name, and attach it to the back of the work or a visible part of the packaging.
Exhibition rules, sales, reception, etc.
Once the venue has been decided, we will include it in the event notification and send it to you by mail.
*The details will also be published on the 1000 Exhibition page on our website.
7. Delivery
Arrival date of works/delivery date
Included in the event notification
*Selected participants will be sent an event notification, including details and the venue, around spring 2027.
Shipping destination/delivery location
Included in the event notification
For those using a delivery company
Time designation: Morning designation
Shipping: Prepaid
*No delivery company specified
*If you cannot come to the venue on the delivery day, please refer to [※1 below].
*If you are requesting the office to handle the removal, the office will prepare a return slip.
*For shipments from overseas, please arrange delivery at least two months before the application deadline.
Direct delivery
Reception begins at 11:00 in the exhibition room
*Please note that reception hours are busy, so please arrive with plenty of time.
Delivery Procedure
① Museum admission reception
② Meet at the exhibition room at 11:00
③Confirm reception with TORAM office
④After unpacking the work, lean it against the wall
⑤ Write your name on the empty box and packaging material and place them in the designated location → End
*Please check the [Event Notification, scheduled to be issued around spring 2027] for details on how to bring the items in.
* If you would like someone else to bring the item, please contact the office in advance.
*Those who can help with loading and unloading
*Please inform the office on the day of delivery.
12:00 - 13:00: Lunch break
13:00 - 18:00: Exhibition work
What to bring: gloves, cutter , magic marker, mending tape
Work details: Unpacking artwork delivered by vendors, setting up exhibits, title cards, and display stands, sorting empty boxes, putting away tools, etc.
*1 Those who cannot come to the venue on the delivery day
The office will receive, unpack and display the items.
Please select [Request to the Secretariat] for delivery work on the entry form .
Delivery fee: 5,500 yen (tax included)
8. Carrying out
Date of removal
Included in the event notification
*Selected participants will be sent an event notification, including details and the venue, around spring 2027.
Dispatch location
Included in the event notification
Direct removal
Removal work begins at the exhibition room at 17:00
*Please note that removal times will be busy, so please allow yourself plenty of time.
*Please check the [Event Notification scheduled to be issued in spring 2027] for removal instructions.
Unloading Procedure
① Meet at the exhibition room at 5pm
② After the exhibition ends, place the packaging materials in front of the artwork.
③ Remove the artwork from the wall and pack it up yourself → End
*Please ask others to help too.
*Please check the [Event Notification scheduled to be issued in spring 2027] for removal instructions.
* If you would like someone else to collect the item, please contact the office in advance.
Can help with removal work
*Please inform the office on the day of removal.
18:00 - 20:00 : Dismantling
What to bring: gloves, cutter , magic marker, duct tape
Work details: Packing works delivered by vendors, removing exhibits, title cards, and display stands, cleaning up tools, etc.
Those who cannot come to the venue on the removal day
The office will handle removal, packing and return of the items.
Please select [Request to the Secretariat] for removal work on the entry form.
Removal fee: 5,500 yen (tax included)
※Return: Cash on delivery
*Return slips will be prepared by the secretariat.
*If you are returning the item overseas, a removal fee and an additional 5,500 yen for preparing the international shipping documents will be required.
9. Frequently Asked Questions
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Q1 I'm planning to exhibit my work for the first time. What are the judging criteria?
A: Due to the nature of the museum, we cannot accept exhibits that contain water, fire, natural objects, or dangerous items, but we would like to exhibit as many works as possible. Please apply first.
Q2: You say all genres, but is any kind of work acceptable?
A: Recently, genres have become more diverse, such as mixed media. Please apply without worrying about the genre.
Q3: What kind of organization is TORAM?
A: It is an art group that holds exhibitions every year at international art museums such as the National Art Center, Tokyo and the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, and the number of participants and visitors is increasing every year.
Q4: Do I need help from the receptionist?
A: This will be handled by the secretariat, so assistance is optional.
*If you are an exhibitor and would like to be a receptionist, please inform the secretariat of the date and time.
Q5: What is the 410Gallery Award?
A: As a prize for winning the award, a solo exhibition will be held at the affiliated 410Gallery (Hakata, Fukuoka). Please see the [410Gallery Award Solo Exhibition] page on the website.
Q6: I belong to another art group. Can I still exhibit?
A: Of course. We hope you will enjoy the exhibition and the art exchange. Please come and join us.
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