Abstract
This study examined the possibility of Arts-Based Research (ABR), which is drawing attention through historical and conceptual reviews in international art education research. ABR is a progressive process in the development of new theories and methodologies of arts education which are inherent and embedded in the characteristic of arts and aesthetic domain of human experiences. ABR generates new knowledge and insight for inquires through the process of inquiry / research via sensing, expressing, reflecting and writing as combined methodologies of arts and research. ABR attempts to bridge the gap between arts education and other sciences. It makes the unseen visible, brings inquiries to awareness and empowers them. Under the interconnected and globalized education settings, many countries share common issues. It is necessary to consider such international research trends and examine the diverse context of art education within Japan, as well.
