Juried Exhibitions & Competitions / Verified 2 September 2026
The Koshi no Kuni Literature Museum calls for te-gami (picture postcards) combining drawing and calligraphy on the theme of well-being. Entry is free, with a ¥50,000 award for selected work. Submissions close August 31, 2026, with no restrictions on nationality or career stage.
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Deadline. August 31, 2026
“31 August 2026, must be received 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. ¥50,000
“Cash prizes (up to ¥50,000 for general division top award; library vouchers for children's division) and certificates”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Who can apply. No restrictions on nationality, residency, or career stage. Two divisions: General (high school age and above) and Children (middle school and below).
“No restrictions on nationality, residency, or career stage”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How they choose. Juried
“Panel of 4 judges:江尻 碧 (pastel painter), 嶋川武秀 (comedian), 吉野 仁 (founder of Toyama Te-gami Association), 室井 滋 (museum director)”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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