KG+2025 calls for a variety of events centred on photographic expression, such as talks, workshops, lectures and related events. Applications are invited for a variety of initiatives that are different from exhibitions and are centred on photographic expression. KG+he has created a new section where events can also be presented as stand-alone events, with or without an exhibition. While creating opportunities for people to become familiar with culture on a general basis, the diverse forms of expression taking place throughout Kyoto will connect people with the local area, and we hope that new exchanges and new ideas will emerge.
Event Period
During 2025.4.12—5.11.
*No regulations on the number of times the event is held.
Venue of Event
Applicants are asked to arrange their own venues within the city of Kyoto before they apply.
Application Period
2024.12.24.—2025.1.25. 23:59（JST）
*Note: Applications made after the deadline will not be accepted. Please note that applications submitted by email will also not be accepted.
Applicant Eligibility
・Events is held during 2025.4.12—5.11.
・Events in Kyoto that include photography, video, installations and other photographic elements.
・Events may be indoors or outdoors
・The number of events and participation fees can be set freely (the organiser manages the revenue from the event and KG+ does not charge any fees or administrative costs).
・The application can be submitted even if the exhibition is not held at KG+ (the event can be submitted as a single event).
・Organizers are eligible to apply regardless of age, gender, nationality, profession, or prior experience.
・The organiser manages the operational management of the event, including the reception of participants to the event.
for KG+ exhibition participants
・The application is also open to those who are organising an exhibition at KG+. Those wishing to handle the event as a stand-alone event are invited to apply. The event will be listed as a Public Programme in publicity materials.
・KG+ exhibition participants will not be charged an application fee.
・If you are not selected for the Public Programme or do not wish to apply for the Public Programme, the event information for the exhibition-related events (talks and receptions) will be listed at the end of the individual exhibition web pages.
How to Entry
1. Reserve event venues in Kyoto
2. Fill in the application form on the KG+ website
3. Selection by the KG+ Executive Committee
4. Pay the participation Fee (¥10,000)
Selection
・The selection is based on the quality, concept, scale and originality of the event.
・After the selection process by the KG+ Implementation Committee, the event will be selected to participate in the official public programme of KG+. Applicants will be informed of the results of the selection process.
・The event will be listed on the Public Programme page of the website. Images, text and map information will be published.
Participation Fee ¥10,000
On completion of the selection process, an application fee (as a publicity and administration fee) will be charged for events that are selected. No application fee will be charged for events that are not selected.
Payment: PayPal payment will be invoiced by email.
PR
Notification will be made on the KG+ website, in printed material and on social networking sites.
Schedule
Below is the planned schedule. Please note that it is subject to change.
〈Mid. February〉
Announcement of Public Programme Selection Results
〈Late February〉
List of public program overviews published on website.
〈Late March〉
Details of each programme are announced in publicity materials.
〈April 12 – May 11〉
KG+ exhibition / Public programme Period
Application Rules and Disclaimer
・Applicants are responsible for securing the venue for their event at the time of application.
・Applicants are responsible for all expenses related to their exhibit, such as rental venues, printing, framing, use of projectors, and moving things in and out of the exhibition space.
・The applicant is responsible for monitoring the venue during the event and any associated time periods. KG+ is not responsible for providing assistance or for any damage or losses.
・KG+ may freely use images of submitted works on the KG+ website and in printed materials, etc., with the name of the artist specified, for the purpose of promoting KG+.
・The organisers may use the personal information and entries submitted for the management of the event and disclose them to the subcontractors to the extent necessary. The information will not be used or disclosed beyond the necessary scope and will not be provided to third parties.
・If the applicant cancels the event after the KG+ exhibition has been decided, the applicant may be required to pay a penalty (e.g., to cover the cost of producing new promotional materials).
・If a third party makes a claim of copyright infringement or compensation for damages, the applicant will be responsible for dealing with the claim, and the organizer will not be held responsible in any way.
・Each organizer is an event promoter collaborating with KG+, and we ask for your understanding and cooperation in publicizing the event in cooperation with KG+ through public relations and SNS.
Other Support
Posters and flags will be displayed during the exhibition period.
*It may be a different display (simple flag or something simpler).