What is the submission period for the 'Furusato Tax Donation Gourmet Award 2026'?

The submission period is from June 1, 2026 (Monday) to August 25, 2026 (Tuesday) at 23:59.

Who is eligible to apply for the award?

Local governments and furusato tax-related businesses (local businesses, producers, regional trading companies, intermediary businesses, etc.) are eligible.

What is the participation fee?

The participation fee is 33,000 yen (tax included) per item.

When is the final review scheduled?

The final review is scheduled for mid-September 2026.

When and where will the award ceremony be held?

The award ceremony is scheduled to be held on November 12, 2026, at a studio within Island Corporation in Shibuya, Tokyo.

2nd Annual 'Furusato Nozei Gourmet Award' for Food Products Launches

Published Jun 1, 2026 10:05 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 8:00 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Island Co., Ltd. and LOCUS BRiDGE will hold the 'Furusato Nozei Gourmet Award 2026'. The initiative aims to evaluate and honor attractive regional tax contribution gifts, with an award ceremony scheduled for November 12 in Tokyo.

The online food review site 'Otoriyose Net', operated by Island Co., Ltd., is co-hosting the 'Furusato Nozei Gourmet Award 2026' in partnership with LOCUS BRiDGE LLC, a regional revitalization support firm.

This annual award program aims to spotlight 'gifts you want to talk about' that offer compelling aesthetics, flavors, and stories. Entry applications begin on June 1, with an award ceremony planned for November 12 in Tokyo.

The award focuses specifically on food items among regional tax contribution gifts, evaluating them not only on taste and quality but also on the dedication of producers and the use of regional resources. This marks the second year since its inception in 2025.

[Application Overview] - Application Period: June 1, 2026 – August 25, 2026 - Participation Fee: 33,000 yen per product (incl. tax) - Eligibility: Municipalities, Furusato Nozei related businesses - Categories: Meat, Seafood, Vegetables/Fruits/Rice, Japanese/Western Sweets, Beverages/Alcohol

[Judging Process] - First Round: End of August 2026 - Final Round: Mid-September 2026 - Award Ceremony: November 12, 2026 (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)

[Award Benefits] Winners will receive various PR support, including usage rights for the winner's logo, a trophy, production of short videos on Otoriyose Net, and press releases through PR TIMES.

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