Kyodo News wins Grand Prix for '3D Tells the Story: The Large-Scale Fire in Saganoseki, Oita'! All 10 winning works of the 'Internet Media Awards 2026' announced
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- Kyodo News wins Grand Prix for '3D Tells the Story: The Large-Scale Fire in Saganoseki, Oita'! All 10 winning works of the 'Internet Media Awards 2026' announced
- Kyodo News has been awarded the Grand Prix at the Internet Media Awards 2026.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: March 28, 2026
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Kyodo News has been awarded the Grand Prix at the Internet Media Awards 2026.
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- Kyodo News wins Grand Prix for '3D Tells the Story: The Large-Scale Fire in Saganoseki, Oita'! All 10 winning works of the 'Internet Media Awards 2026' announced (March 28, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- March 28, 2026
Kyodo News has been awarded the Grand Prix at the Internet Media Awards 2026.
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- 📰 Published: March 28, 2026 at 16:43
- 🔍 Collected: March 28, 2026 at 21:59 (5h 16m after Published)
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: April 15, 2026 at 07:45 (417h 45m after Collected)
The Japan Internet Media Association (JIMA) (Representative Director: Naohiro Takeda) has held the 'Internet Media Awards 2026' (Executive Committee Chair: Yuka Tanimoto) to honor media companies and individuals who strive for high-quality information delivery and innovation, while highlighting works and activities that convey reliable information clearly and accurately to guide society in a positive direction.
Internet Media Awards 2026: https://jima.media/ima2026/
In its 6th year, the Internet Media Awards 2026 focused on content and activities published or highlighted during 2025 (January 1 to December 31, 2025). We received 186 entries through public applications and recommendations from our committee members. We are pleased to announce the winners, which were determined following a primary selection process by JIMA members and a final selection through discussions by a panel of experts and specialists.
Awards were presented in six categories: 'Investigative Journalism,' 'Visual & Audio Content,' 'Data Insights,' 'Social Action,' 'Sponsored Content,' and the 'Selection Committee Special Award,' which was added following committee deliberations, totaling 7 winning works and activities.
Furthermore, the 'Grand Prix' was awarded to '3D Tells the Story: The Large-Scale Fire in Saganoseki, Oita' by the Photo Department and Data Investigative Journalism Department of Kyodo News.
Additionally, three works were selected for the 'U30’s VIEW' award, where two committee members under the age of 30, who represent the next generation, selected outstanding online content based on their own sensibilities and unique perspectives.
The full list of winners, the selection committee, and comments from the recipients can be viewed on the awards list page.
https://jima.media/ima2026/list-of-awards/
■ Grand Prix / Data Insights Category Winner
3D Tells the Story: The Large-Scale Fire in Saganoseki, Oita
Recipients: Kyodo News Photo Department, Data Investigative Journalism Department
FAQ
What is the main purpose of the Internet Media Awards 2026?
The awards honor media companies and individuals who strive for high-quality information delivery and innovation while highlighting works that guide society in a positive direction.
Which work won the Grand Prix in the Internet Media Awards 2026?
The Grand Prix was awarded to '3D Tells the Story: The Large-Scale Fire in Saganoseki, Oita' by Kyodo News.
Who selected the outstanding online content for the 'U30's VIEW' award?
Two committee members under the age of 30 selected the content based on their own sensibilities and unique perspectives.
What was the timeframe for the content evaluated during the Internet Media Awards 2026?
The awards focused on content and activities published or highlighted during 2025, specifically from January 1 to December 31, 2025.
How many entries were received for the Internet Media Awards 2026?
There were 186 entries received through public applications and recommendations from committee members.