Yamagata Prefecture's Kaneyama Town Wins 'Yomiuri Shimbun Award' at the Reiwa 8 National Public Relations Contest; Nara Prefecture's Yoshino Town Selected in 'Website (Town/Village)' Category
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- Yamagata Prefecture's Kaneyama Town Wins 'Yomiuri Shimbun Award' at the Reiwa 8 National Public Relations Contest; Nara Prefecture's Yoshino Town Selected in 'Website (Town/Village)' Category
- WingArc NEX announced that the official websites of Kaneyama Town (Yamagata Pref.) and Yoshino Town (Nara Pref.), which it helped build, were recognized at the Reiwa 8 National Public Relations Contest. Kaneyama Town won the 'Yomiuri Shimbun Award,' while Yoshino Town was selected in the 'Website (Town/Village)' category. WingArc NEX has provided its 'SMART L-Gov CMS' to over 400 municipalities, marking its 11th consecutive year of award-winning results since 2016.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: May 22, 2026
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WingArc NEX announced that the official websites of Kaneyama Town (Yamagata Pref.) and Yoshino Town (Nara Pref.), which it helped build, were recognized at the Reiwa 8 National Public Relations Contest. Kaneyama Town won the 'Yomiuri Shimbun Award,' while Yoshino Town was selected in the 'Website (Town/Village)' category. WingArc NEX has provided its 'SMART L-Gov CMS' to over 400 municipalities, marking its 11th consecutive year of award-winning results since 2016.
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- Yamagata Prefecture's Kaneyama Town Wins 'Yomiuri Shimbun Award' at the Reiwa 8 National Public Relations Contest; Nara Prefecture's Yoshino Town Selected in 'Website (Town/Village)' Category (May 22, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- May 22, 2026
WingArc NEX announced that the official websites of Kaneyama Town (Yamagata Pref.) and Yoshino Town (Nara Pref.), which it helped build, were recognized at the Reiwa 8 National Public Relations Contest. Kaneyama Town won the 'Yomiuri Shimbun Award,' while Yoshino Town was selected in the 'Website (Town/Village)' category. WingArc NEX has provided its 'SMART L-Gov CMS' to over 400 municipalities, marking its 11th consecutive year of award-winning results since 2016.
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This achievement marks the 11th consecutive year since 2016 that a municipal website supported by WingArc NEX has been selected in this contest.
[Award-winning sites]
- Kaneyama Town, Yamagata Prefecture: 'Yomiuri Shimbun Award' and 'Website (Town/Village)' selection.
- Yoshino Town, Nara Prefecture: 'Website (Town/Village)' selection.
About the National Public Relations Contest:
The contest, organized by the Japan Public Relations Association, has been held since 1964 to improve public relations activities by local governments. Entries are judged in five categories: magazines, websites, photos, videos, and PR planning.
Background and System:
The websites were built using WingArc NEX's 'SMART L-Gov CMS.' The company, which believes in the importance of delivering necessary information quickly and clearly in a sustainable society, has provided this system to over 400 municipalities. It complies with the JIS X 8341-3:2016 (AA level) accessibility standard and supports mobile devices, SNS, and resilient operation during disasters, functioning as an 'online city hall.'
Build Highlights:
- Kaneyama Town: Focused on a design that intuitively captures the town's charm. Reorganized menu items for better accessibility and introduced flexible templates for administrators.
- Yoshino Town: Developed a consistent design that highlights Yoshino’s diverse appeal, moving beyond just the 'cherry blossoms' image. The site reflects its status as a World Heritage site and a 'land of challenge,' featuring user-friendly information architecture.
FAQ
Which municipality won the Yomiuri Shimbun Award at the National Public Relations Contest in 2026?
Kanayama Town, Yamagata Prefecture won the award.
What is the track record of WingArc NEX in the municipal homepage construction contest?
Including this year, they have been selected for 11 consecutive years since 2016.
What system was used for the construction of the municipal homepage?
The municipal homepage management system 'SMART L-Gov CMS' was used.
What are the main features of SMART L-Gov CMS?
The main features include compliance with the web accessibility standard 'JIS X 8341-3:2016' Level AA, smartphone and SNS compatibility, and a stable operation system during disasters.
What evaluations did the websites of Kanayama Town, Yamagata Prefecture, and Yoshino Town, Nara Prefecture receive in their respective contest categories?
Kanayama Town, Yamagata Prefecture won the 'Yomiuri Shimbun Award' and was selected for the 'Website (Town and Village Category)', while Yoshino Town, Nara Prefecture was selected for the 'Website (Town and Village Category)'.