Focus on Niigata City's "Kata"! Promoting the Charms of "International Wetland City NIIGATA," Instagram Photo Contest Underway!
Niigata City, recognized as "International Wetland City NIIGATA," is holding an Instagram photo contest to promote the charms of its lagoons and wetlands. Submissions are accepted from April 1 to September 13, 2026, with gift certificates awarded to winners.
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Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture, having received Japan's first "Ramsar Convention Wetland City Accreditation" and recognized globally as "International Wetland City NIIGATA," is currently undertaking various promotions. The aim is to raise awareness of the diverse values and attractions of "kata" (lagoons/wetlands) and "wetlands" themselves, encouraging more supporters who understand and appreciate these unique environments.
As part of these efforts, the "International Wetland City NIIGATA Instagram Photo Contest (Spring/Summer)" is being held. We look forward to receiving many entries.
Photo Contest Submission Period:
From Wednesday, April 1, 2026, to Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Work Theme/Perspective:
Submissions should capture the connection between "kata" (wetlands) in spring and summer and our daily lives, showcasing nature, scenery, human activities, and coexistence with living creatures.
- Niigata City is home to 16 major "kata."
How to Enter:
1. Follow the official International Wetland City NIIGATA Instagram account [＠kataniigata].
2. Post your photo with the shooting location, along with the hashtags [#国際湿地都市NIIGATA] and [#潟のミカタ].
Prizes:
The top 10 winning entries will receive 5,000 yen worth of common gift certificates valid in Niigata City and Sado City.
Notes:
- There are no restrictions on individuals, groups, or residency for entry.
- Only submissions that agree to the following conditions will be accepted:
- The applicant (poster) must have the authority to manage the copyright of the submitted image.
- The work must not use copyrighted material without permission.
- The applicant (poster) agrees in advance that Niigata City may use the submitted image for public relations and promotion related to "kata" and wetlands, and that Niigata City may use and process the image free of charge.
Click here to learn more about "kata":
Information is available on the "Kata no PR site 'Shitemimasenka? Kata Omoi' (Why not? Thinking of Kata)".
Click here for the PR site "Shitemimasenka? Kata Omoi".
This site aggregates information on "kata" events and more.
As part of these efforts, the "International Wetland City NIIGATA Instagram Photo Contest (Spring/Summer)" is being held. We look forward to receiving many entries.
Photo Contest Submission Period:
From Wednesday, April 1, 2026, to Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Work Theme/Perspective:
Submissions should capture the connection between "kata" (wetlands) in spring and summer and our daily lives, showcasing nature, scenery, human activities, and coexistence with living creatures.
- Niigata City is home to 16 major "kata."
How to Enter:
1. Follow the official International Wetland City NIIGATA Instagram account [＠kataniigata].
2. Post your photo with the shooting location, along with the hashtags [#国際湿地都市NIIGATA] and [#潟のミカタ].
Prizes:
The top 10 winning entries will receive 5,000 yen worth of common gift certificates valid in Niigata City and Sado City.
Notes:
- There are no restrictions on individuals, groups, or residency for entry.
- Only submissions that agree to the following conditions will be accepted:
- The applicant (poster) must have the authority to manage the copyright of the submitted image.
- The work must not use copyrighted material without permission.
- The applicant (poster) agrees in advance that Niigata City may use the submitted image for public relations and promotion related to "kata" and wetlands, and that Niigata City may use and process the image free of charge.
Click here to learn more about "kata":
Information is available on the "Kata no PR site 'Shitemimasenka? Kata Omoi' (Why not? Thinking of Kata)".
Click here for the PR site "Shitemimasenka? Kata Omoi".
This site aggregates information on "kata" events and more.