Juried Exhibitions & Competitions / Verified 29 August 2026
The 22nd Home and Town Picture Book Competition accepts original handmade picture books on themes of houses, cities, or places. Four divisions cover elementary school through adults, plus adult-child collaborations. The top prize is ¥50,000; entry is free with a September 5, 2026 deadline.
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Deadline. September 5, 2026
“September 5, 2026 (Saturday) - submission deadline, postmark valid”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“Free”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. ¥50,000
“Prize money via book gift cards (¥50,000 for top awards down to ¥10,000 for selected works); all participants receive colored pencil set (12-color)”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Who can apply. Open to all nationalities and residents. Four age-based divisions: (A) elementary school children and younger; (B) middle and high school students; (C) adults 18+; (D) collaborations between children (elementary or younger) and adults (18+)
“Open to all nationalities and residents”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How they choose. Juried
“Panel of 10 judges including university professors, urban planners, publishers, architects, and government officials. Selective: awards span categories from Minister's Prize through participant commendations.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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