Capture and Submit Photos Worth Remembering! 'Reiwa 8 Tokyo Budokan Photo Contest' Now Open

Under the slogan 'Creating Tokyo's Future Through Sports,' the Tokyo Sports Culture Foundation—the driving force behind 'Sports Field Tokyo'—is proud to announce the 'Reiwa 8 Tokyo Budokan Photo Contest.' Held at the Tokyo Budokan (Ayase, Tokyo), this contest invites the public to submit photographs capturing 'the Budokan as you envision it'—moments worth preserving through imagery.

The theme was chosen based on the idea that even the same scenery can appear differently depending on one's identity, values, and personal perspective.

Participants may submit up to three entries each. Winning entries will be selected from all submissions, and winners will receive attractive prizes.

Capture your vision of the Budokan in a single photograph! We look forward to your submissions.

For more details, please visit the official Tokyo Budokan website:

Official Tokyo Budokan Website: https://www.tef.or.jp/news/post-781.html

Overview and Submission Guidelines for the 'Reiwa 8 Tokyo Budokan Photo Contest'

* Submission Deadline: January 31, Reiwa 9 (Sunday), 23:59

* Photo Theme: 'The Budokan as you envision it'—a moment worth recording through photography

* Shooting Location: Interior and premises of the Tokyo Budokan

* Eligibility: Open to all, regardless of age, gender, or professional/amateur status (limited to residents of Japan)

* Number of Entries: Up to 3 per person

* Submission Method: Attach photo files and submit via email to t.budoukan@gmail.com

* Entry Requirements:

Entries must meet the following conditions:

① Photo files must be in JPEG or PNG format

② File size must be within approximately 3 megabytes (suitable for email transmission)

③ Aspect ratio (vertical/horizontal) is unrestricted (submissions from smartphones are acceptable)

④ Color or black-and-white photos are both acceptable (color adjustments permitted)

⑤ The file name must include the applicant's name and photo title (for multiple entries with the same title, add a serial number)

⑥ Image editing is limited to cropping, color adjustments, and mosaic processing for people or copyrighted works. No other alterations are allowed

* Award Categories and Prizes:

① Director's Award: 1 winner (10,000 yen Amazon gift card + Tokyo Budokan merchandise)

② Excellence Award: 3 winners (3,000 yen Amazon gift card + Tokyo Budokan merchandise)

③ Shihan (Master) Award: 3 winners (2,000 yen Amazon gift card + Tokyo Budokan merchandise)

※ The Shihan Award will be judged by kendo, judo, and kyudo masters affiliated with the Tokyo Budokan.

* Results Announcement: Winners will be contacted around mid-March.

* Official Website: https://www.tef.or.jp/tb/index.html

* Reiwa 7 Results Page: https://www.tef.or.jp/news/post-761.html

The Tokyo Sports Culture Foundation is a public interest incorporated foundation established to promote and expand sports participation among Tokyo residents.

Currently, the foundation manages four metropolitan sports facilities: Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium, Komazawa Olympic Park General Sports Ground, Tokyo Budokan, and Tokyo Aquatics Center—hosting various sports events at each location.

Additionally, the foundation operates 'SPOPITA,' Tokyo's sports information portal, disseminating comprehensive content on local sports facilities and events. It also conducts international sports exchange programs and initiatives to promote collaboration among metropolitan sports facilities in partnership with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, striving to enrich the lives of Tokyo residents through sports.

In November last year, the foundation was responsible for the preparation and operational management of the 'Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics' held in Tokyo.

Moving forward, as a core organization in Tokyo's sports administration, the foundation will continue to uphold the slogan 'Creating Tokyo's Future Through Sports,' aiming to realize 'Sports Field Tokyo'—where sports are seamlessly integrated into daily life—by creating environments where everyone can enjoy sports and fostering effective sports movements.

【Related Links】

Official Website: https://www.tef.or.jp/index.html

Official X Account (@TokyoSportBC): https://twitter.com/TokyoSportBC

Official Instagram Account (tokyosportbc): https://www.instagram.com/tokyosportbc/

Tokyo Sports Guide Site 'SPOPITA': https://spopita.jp