Announcement of Call for Entries for the 14th 'Platinum Award'
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- Announcement of Call for Entries for the 14th 'Platinum Award'
- The Platinum Vision Network has started accepting applications for the 14th Platinum Award, which recognizes initiatives by municipalities and companies contributing to social issue resolution and regional revitalization. The application period runs from May 25 to July 17, 2026, with the final ceremony on November 5.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: May 29, 2026
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The Platinum Vision Network has started accepting applications for the 14th Platinum Award, which recognizes initiatives by municipalities and companies contributing to social issue resolution and regional revitalization. The application period runs from May 25 to July 17, 2026, with the final ceremony on November 5.
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- Announcement of Call for Entries for the 14th 'Platinum Award' (May 29, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- May 29, 2026
The Platinum Vision Network has started accepting applications for the 14th Platinum Award, which recognizes initiatives by municipalities and companies contributing to social issue resolution and regional revitalization. The application period runs from May 25 to July 17, 2026, with the final ceremony on November 5.
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The Platinum Vision Network (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Chairman: Hiroshi Komiyama) is inviting applications for initiatives that contribute to solving social issues, regional revitalization, and the creation of a sustainable society.
To date, the network has honored advanced cases that realize a 'Platinum Society' in various regions through themes such as resource utilization, decarbonization, healthy longevity, education, industrial promotion, and community formation. This year again, we are broadly seeking ambitious efforts aimed at achieving a Platinum Society. We welcome active applications from all over the country, whether self-nominated or recommended by others.
■ Recruitment Overview
- What is the Platinum Award?
It honors initiatives by municipalities and companies nationwide that embody or have the potential to embody a 'Platinum Society' by solving social or regional issues through the creation of new industries via innovation or creative measures.
- Application Period: Monday, May 25, 2026 – Friday, July 17, 2026, by 5:00 PM JST.
- Eligibility: Members of the Platinum Vision Network.
- How to Apply: Please check the application guidelines and send the application form. Information is also available on our website.
- Award Details:
Grand Prize: 3 cases (Grand Prize, Minister for Internal Affairs and Communications Award, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award; 1 each)
Excellence Award: Approx. 7 cases
Platinum Challenging Award: Up to 2 cases
Chairman's Special Award / Encouragement Award: Approx. 10 cases in total
- Schedule:
September 9 (Wednesday): First Screening (Document Review)
November 5 (Thursday): Final Presentation and Award Ceremony
Venue: Jiji Press Hall *Online viewing available for those other than speakers.
■ About the Platinum Vision Network
The Platinum Vision Network is a general incorporated association (established in August 2010, acquired legal personality in January 2022) aiming for a sustainable and prosperous 'Platinum Society.'
Chairman Hiroshi Komiyama, former President of the University of Tokyo and Chairman of Mitsubishi Research Institute, leads the network, which includes more than 220 municipalities and 180 corporations as members.
[Inquiries] Platinum Award Steering Committee Secretariat (within Platinum Vision Network Secretariat)
TEL: 03-6858-3546
Email: pt-taishou@platinum-network.jp
To date, the network has honored advanced cases that realize a 'Platinum Society' in various regions through themes such as resource utilization, decarbonization, healthy longevity, education, industrial promotion, and community formation. This year again, we are broadly seeking ambitious efforts aimed at achieving a Platinum Society. We welcome active applications from all over the country, whether self-nominated or recommended by others.
■ Recruitment Overview
- What is the Platinum Award?
It honors initiatives by municipalities and companies nationwide that embody or have the potential to embody a 'Platinum Society' by solving social or regional issues through the creation of new industries via innovation or creative measures.
- Application Period: Monday, May 25, 2026 – Friday, July 17, 2026, by 5:00 PM JST.
- Eligibility: Members of the Platinum Vision Network.
- How to Apply: Please check the application guidelines and send the application form. Information is also available on our website.
- Award Details:
Grand Prize: 3 cases (Grand Prize, Minister for Internal Affairs and Communications Award, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award; 1 each)
Excellence Award: Approx. 7 cases
Platinum Challenging Award: Up to 2 cases
Chairman's Special Award / Encouragement Award: Approx. 10 cases in total
- Schedule:
September 9 (Wednesday): First Screening (Document Review)
November 5 (Thursday): Final Presentation and Award Ceremony
Venue: Jiji Press Hall *Online viewing available for those other than speakers.
■ About the Platinum Vision Network
The Platinum Vision Network is a general incorporated association (established in August 2010, acquired legal personality in January 2022) aiming for a sustainable and prosperous 'Platinum Society.'
Chairman Hiroshi Komiyama, former President of the University of Tokyo and Chairman of Mitsubishi Research Institute, leads the network, which includes more than 220 municipalities and 180 corporations as members.
[Inquiries] Platinum Award Steering Committee Secretariat (within Platinum Vision Network Secretariat)
TEL: 03-6858-3546
Email: pt-taishou@platinum-network.jp
FAQ
第14回「プラチナ大賞」の募集期間はいつですか？
2026年5月25日(月)から2026年7月17日(金) 17時必着です。
応募資格について教えてください。
一般社団法人プラチナ構想ネットワークの会員である自治体や企業などが対象です。
どのような取り組みが対象となりますか？
イノベーションによる新産業創出やアイデアによる社会・地域課題の解決など、「プラチナ社会」を体現する、あるいは体現し得る取り組みが対象です。
表彰される賞にはどのようなものがありますか？
大賞3件（総務大臣賞、経済産業大臣賞含む）、優秀賞約7件、プラチナ・チャレンジング賞、会長特別賞・奨励賞などがあります。
審査スケジュールと表彰式の場所は？
9月9日に一次審査（書類審査）が行われ、11月5日に時事通信ホールで最終審査発表会・表彰式が開催されます。