Nippon Steel Arts Foundation was established as an operating organization for the Kioi Hall. The foundation has been authorized as a public interest incorporated foundation in October 2010. It was named the Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Arts Foundation between October 2012 and March 2019, and renamed the Nippon Steel Arts Foundation in April 2019.

 

Objectives and Activities

1. Fostering talented musicians
   One year internship members (as known as Season Member) in Kioi Hall Chamber Orchestra Tokyo, Conductor Trainees
2. Producing concerts and other musical events
   Presenting high-quality recitals and concerts in classical music as well as Japanese traditional music
3. Supporting distinguished musical activities
   Kioi Up & Coming Artists introducing and supporting young talents, grants for performances
4. Administration and building operations of concert halls in the Kioi Hall
   Maintenances and hall rentals
5. Other activities deemed necessary to achieve the purpose of the foundation