[Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture] Call for Entries for the 35th Yayoi no Sato Children's Art Competition
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- [Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture] Call for Entries for the 35th Yayoi no Sato Children's Art Competition
- Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture, has announced a call for entries for the 35th Yayoi no Sato Children's Art Competition, targeting elementary school students. This year's theme is "The Best!", and a new "General Sports Center Director's Award" has been established. The submission period is from July 7 to September 11, 2026.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 10, 2026
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Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture, has announced a call for entries for the 35th Yayoi no Sato Children's Art Competition, targeting elementary school students. This year's theme is "The Best!", and a new "General Sports Center Director's Award" has been established. The submission period is from July 7 to September 11, 2026.
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- June 10, 2026
Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture, has announced a call for entries for the 35th Yayoi no Sato Children's Art Competition, targeting elementary school students. This year's theme is "The Best!", and a new "General Sports Center Director's Award" has been established. The submission period is from July 7 to September 11, 2026.
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In the previous 34th competition (Theme: My Memories), 47 winning entries and 232 selected entries were decided after screening from a total of 2,531 submitted works.
For this 35th anniversary, we are calling for works with the theme "The Best!"
Furthermore, starting this year, aiming to further promote sports and cultural activities, we have newly established the "General Sports Center Director's Award." Fitting for this milestone, we have enhanced the awards to embrace the diverse expressions of children.
Application Period
July 7, 2026 (Tuesday) - September 11, 2026 (Friday)
Application Desk
Culture and Sports Division, Culture Section, Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture (1st Floor, Old Building of Fureai Culture Center, 6-24 Otani, Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture)
Submissions can be made by mail or in person from Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
*Application forms can be downloaded from the city's website.
Target Audience
Elementary school students residing in Fukuoka Prefecture
Theme
"The Best!"
"Yay!", "I love it!", "I did it!", "I'm so happy!" - Please draw your "Best!" moments.
Application Guidelines, etc.
For details on application methods and more, please visit the city's website.
https://www.city.kasuga.fukuoka.jp/miryoku/kouryuu/jidouga/1001756.html
Awards (48 winners) Certificate and Prize
Yayoi no Sato Grand Prize, Kasuga Mayor's Award, Kasuga City Superintendent of Education Award, Special Award Ikuo Yoshimura Award, Kasuga City Citizen's Conference for Youth Development Award,
Cable Station Fukuoka Award, Municipal Library Director's Award, Fureai Culture Center Director's Award, General Sports Center Director's Award, Judges' Awards (Yoko Kōyō Award, Nariko Nakahara Award, Naoto Kitamura Award), 6 Gold Prizes, 12 Silver Prizes, 18 Bronze Prizes
Selected Entries: Approximately 200 entries, Certificate of Merit
A commemorative calendar featuring the award-winning works will be presented to all applicants.
Award Ceremony (48 winners)
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026
Venue: Sun Hall, 1st Floor, Old Building of Fureai Culture Center
Exhibition of Award-Winning Works (Approx. 250 award-winning and selected works)
Date: Friday, December 4, 2026 - Sunday, December 13, 2026
Venue: Gallery, 1st Floor, New Building of Fureai Culture Center
Application and Inquiries
Culture and Sports Division, Culture Section, Collaborative Promotion Department, Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture
TEL: 092-575-4121
FAX: 092-593-7380
E-mail: bunka@city.kasuga.fukuoka.jp
FAQ
What are the eligibility requirements for the 35th Yayoi no Sato Children's Art Competition?
Elementary school students residing in Fukuoka Prefecture are eligible. Please check the city's website for details regarding age and grade restrictions.
How should the theme "The Best!" be interpreted?
Please freely express the happiest moments or experiences that children feel, such as "Yay!", "I love it!", "I did it!", or "I'm so happy!".
How should I submit my artwork?
Mail it to the Culture and Sports Division, Culture Section, Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture, or bring it to the designated counter. Application forms can be downloaded from the city's website.
When and where will the award-winning and selected works be exhibited?
The exhibition will be held from December 4 to December 13, 2026, in the gallery on the 1st floor of the New Building of Fureai Culture Center. Approximately 250 works are scheduled to be displayed.
What kind of prizes and awards are offered?
There are various awards including the Yayoi no Sato Grand Prize, Mayor's Award, Superintendent of Education Award, various Special Awards, and Gold, Silver, and Bronze Prizes, along with certificates and prizes. A commemorative calendar will also be given to all applicants.