Juried Exhibitions & Competitions / Verified 2 September 2026
The 23rd Senshu Illustration & Photo Contest accepts illustration and photography submissions from artists 16 and older, both domestic and international. Entry is free, with deadline September 15, 2026. Winners receive prize money and exhibition opportunities.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. September 15, 2026
“2026年09月15日 (火) - submission deadline, must arrive by this date”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“Free”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. Multiple awards (not specified)
“Prizes: Grand Prix 200,000 yen (each division), Sub-Grand Prix 100,000 yen (each division), Excellence Award 50,000 yen (2 per division), Selection Award commemorative items (10 per division). Exhibition of works mentioned.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Who can apply. Age 16 and above; professionals and amateurs welcome; domestic and international applicants
“domestic and international applicants”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How they choose. Juried
“Judges: Junji Itoh (Art Producer), Shinya Nakajima (Creative Director), Masaaki Miyazawa (Photographer)”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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