Kyoto Prize

In Memory of Mr. Issey Miyake, who Has Made Great Contribution to the Innovative Development of Clothing

Mr. Issey Miyake passed away on August 5, 2022, aged 84.

Social Contributions

“INAMORI Music Day” Program Starts

The Inamori Foundation announced the launch of “INAMORI Music Day,” a program to promote culture and art, working together with the City of Kyoto Symphony Orchestra and featured artists.

Kyoto Prize

In Memory of Mr. Peter Stephen Paul Brook, who Has Inspired New Anima to Classic Repertories

Mr. Peter Stephen Paul Brook, a stage director who has exerted an extraordinary, worldwide influence over theater and drama, passed away on July 2, 2022 at the age of 97.

Kyoto Prize

In Memory of Dr. Richard Taruskin, who Has Transformed Contemporary Perspectives on Music

A musicologist Dr. Richard Taruskin passed away on July 1, 2022 at the age of 77.

Research Grants

Call for Applications for the 2023 Inamori Research Grants

The Inamori Foundation opened the applications for the 2023 Inamori Research Grants on July 1, 2022. The application is open until August 31, 2022, 17:00 (JST).

Kyoto Prize

The live stream video of the 2022 Kyoto Prize announcement has been released