Arimino Photo Presentation: Photo Contest for Hairdressers and Beauty Students Opens for Entries on April 24, 2026 (Friday)
Arimino Co., Ltd. announced the launch of "Arimino Photo Presentation 2026," a photo contest for hairdressers and beauty students, with entries opening on April 24, 2026. This year's theme emphasizes freely expressing one's "love" and aims to disseminate works beyond the beauty industry.
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Arimino Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Daisuke Tao) has announced the launch of "Arimino Photo Presentation 2026" and began accepting entries on Friday, April 24, 2026.
"Arimino Photo Presentation" started in 1995 as a platform for hairdressers and beauty school students, both domestic and international, to express beauty through overall photography, including hairstyles (hair design), fashion, makeup, and situations.
This year, while maintaining the comprehensive aesthetic sense that has been cherished, the contest will evolve into a space where "hairdressers' own passions" can be freely expressed. We view the creation of works as "a precious time to confront and express one's own sensibility" and fully support this challenge. To deliver completed works to as many people as possible, we will disseminate them beyond the confines of the beauty industry through full online publication and gallery exhibitions.
We look forward to receiving works filled with the passionate thoughts of hairdressers and students, in a place where they can truly enjoy and demonstrate their unique creativity.
Creative Keyword:
"Make it yours. - Put your 'love' into a photo -"
Please freely express what you "love." There is no need to conform to trends or someone else's idea of correctness. We are looking for works that convey your "love" as expressed through your aesthetic sense.
Judges: (Titles omitted, in alphabetical order)
- Manabu Umino (Julien Farel Salon N.Y / Hair Designer)
Moved to the US after working at a salon in Tokyo. Gained experience at a salon in New York, and in 2019, participated in the launch of a salon within Bergdorf Goodman with his wife, Alexus. Has worked on hair for magazines and collections including VOGUE and Harper's BAZAAR, and has extensive experience shooting with renowned photographers. Has many celebrities, including actresses and models, as clients, and has been active on the front lines in New York for over 25 years.
- Sayumi Gunji (Editor / Fashion Creative Director)
After graduating from university, worked as a freelance writer for Kodansha's "ViVi" editorial department. Later contributed to the launch of "GLAMOROUS." Joined Condé Nast Japan in 2008. Served as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of "GQ JAPAN" and Creative Director of "VOGUE GIRL." After "Numero TOKYO," established gumi-gumi Inc. in 2014. Widely active as an editorial advisor for "Numero TOKYO," fashion supervisor for dramas like "First Class" (Fuji TV) and films, TV commentator, and corporate consultant. Vice-chair of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's "Fashion Future Research Group" in 2022. Chair of the "Fashion Law WG" in 2023. Creative Director for the Cabinet Office's "Cool Japan Public-Private Platform" in 2025.
- Asako Nanami (Photographer)
Moved to the US alone to study photography. After returning to Japan, worked for a beauty publisher and is now a freelance photographer, shooting for beauty, fashion, and talent magazines and advertisements. Also active as a hair photo director, shooting works and consulting for salon creative director training. Has received numerous awards.
- Hirotaka Teruya (Representative of in chelsea)
Opened in chelsea in Kit名古屋 City, Aichi Prefecture in 2010. Expanded and relocated in chelsea in 2022. Opened SUU in 2023. Works as a hairdresser in a salon while also active as a photographer. As a photographer, he has led many hairdressers to win photo contests.
Received the JHA Grand Prix in 2022.
- Shinya Harada (SHIMA AOYAMA / AOYAMA PEAK General Director & Executive Stylist)
Achieved the top annual sales at SHIMA for three consecutive years, setting new annual and monthly sales records. Has many VIP clients both domestically and internationally. In addition to salon work, his activities are diverse, including seminar lecturer, judge, appearances at domestic and international hair shows, and photography.
Application Period:
Friday, April 24, 2026 - Monday, August 31, 2026
Eligible Applicants:
Hairdressers and beauty school students
Number of Entries:
Up to two works per person
How to Apply / Notes, etc.:
Please refer to the Arimino website.
https://www.arimino.co.jp/forsalon/event/pp/entry/
Awards:
● Hairdresser Category
Grand Prize (1 person): Invitation to a photo shoot & 100,000 yen prize money
Excellence Award (Judge's Award) (5 people): 50,000 yen prize money
● Beauty School Student Category
Grand Prize (1 person): 30,000 yen scholarship
Excellence Award (1 person): 10,000 yen scholarship
* The number of winners may vary depending on the judging results.
Announcement of Judging Results:
● Final Nominee Announcement
Keywords:
"Arimino Photo Presentation" started in 1995 as a platform for hairdressers and beauty school students, both domestic and international, to express beauty through overall photography, including hairstyles (hair design), fashion, makeup, and situations.
This year, while maintaining the comprehensive aesthetic sense that has been cherished, the contest will evolve into a space where "hairdressers' own passions" can be freely expressed. We view the creation of works as "a precious time to confront and express one's own sensibility" and fully support this challenge. To deliver completed works to as many people as possible, we will disseminate them beyond the confines of the beauty industry through full online publication and gallery exhibitions.
We look forward to receiving works filled with the passionate thoughts of hairdressers and students, in a place where they can truly enjoy and demonstrate their unique creativity.
Creative Keyword:
"Make it yours. - Put your 'love' into a photo -"
Please freely express what you "love." There is no need to conform to trends or someone else's idea of correctness. We are looking for works that convey your "love" as expressed through your aesthetic sense.
Judges: (Titles omitted, in alphabetical order)
- Manabu Umino (Julien Farel Salon N.Y / Hair Designer)
Moved to the US after working at a salon in Tokyo. Gained experience at a salon in New York, and in 2019, participated in the launch of a salon within Bergdorf Goodman with his wife, Alexus. Has worked on hair for magazines and collections including VOGUE and Harper's BAZAAR, and has extensive experience shooting with renowned photographers. Has many celebrities, including actresses and models, as clients, and has been active on the front lines in New York for over 25 years.
- Sayumi Gunji (Editor / Fashion Creative Director)
After graduating from university, worked as a freelance writer for Kodansha's "ViVi" editorial department. Later contributed to the launch of "GLAMOROUS." Joined Condé Nast Japan in 2008. Served as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of "GQ JAPAN" and Creative Director of "VOGUE GIRL." After "Numero TOKYO," established gumi-gumi Inc. in 2014. Widely active as an editorial advisor for "Numero TOKYO," fashion supervisor for dramas like "First Class" (Fuji TV) and films, TV commentator, and corporate consultant. Vice-chair of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's "Fashion Future Research Group" in 2022. Chair of the "Fashion Law WG" in 2023. Creative Director for the Cabinet Office's "Cool Japan Public-Private Platform" in 2025.
- Asako Nanami (Photographer)
Moved to the US alone to study photography. After returning to Japan, worked for a beauty publisher and is now a freelance photographer, shooting for beauty, fashion, and talent magazines and advertisements. Also active as a hair photo director, shooting works and consulting for salon creative director training. Has received numerous awards.
- Hirotaka Teruya (Representative of in chelsea)
Opened in chelsea in Kit名古屋 City, Aichi Prefecture in 2010. Expanded and relocated in chelsea in 2022. Opened SUU in 2023. Works as a hairdresser in a salon while also active as a photographer. As a photographer, he has led many hairdressers to win photo contests.
Received the JHA Grand Prix in 2022.
- Shinya Harada (SHIMA AOYAMA / AOYAMA PEAK General Director & Executive Stylist)
Achieved the top annual sales at SHIMA for three consecutive years, setting new annual and monthly sales records. Has many VIP clients both domestically and internationally. In addition to salon work, his activities are diverse, including seminar lecturer, judge, appearances at domestic and international hair shows, and photography.
Application Period:
Friday, April 24, 2026 - Monday, August 31, 2026
Eligible Applicants:
Hairdressers and beauty school students
Number of Entries:
Up to two works per person
How to Apply / Notes, etc.:
Please refer to the Arimino website.
https://www.arimino.co.jp/forsalon/event/pp/entry/
Awards:
● Hairdresser Category
Grand Prize (1 person): Invitation to a photo shoot & 100,000 yen prize money
Excellence Award (Judge's Award) (5 people): 50,000 yen prize money
● Beauty School Student Category
Grand Prize (1 person): 30,000 yen scholarship
Excellence Award (1 person): 10,000 yen scholarship
* The number of winners may vary depending on the judging results.
Announcement of Judging Results:
● Final Nominee Announcement
Keywords: