[Iwate Prefecture] 'JQA International Environmental Children's Drawing Contest Outstanding Works Exhibition' Held at Ninohe City Civic Center

The Japan Quality Assurance Organization (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, President: Hiroaki Ishii, abbreviation: JQA) and the International Certification Network (Geneva, Switzerland, abbreviation: IQNET) will hold an exhibition of winning entries from the 'JQA International Environmental Children's Drawing Contest' at the 'Ninohe City Civic Center' from Saturday, May 2 to Sunday, June 7, 2026. ■ Highlights of the Exhibition 51 outstanding works from the 21st contest will be displayed at the 1st-floor Citizen's Hall. The works, drawn with earnest thoughts by children around the world closely observing nature and living creatures, are all full of charm. Furthermore, individuality shines in each piece, reflecting different countries, regions, ages, and methods of expression. The venue, Ninohe City Civic Center (Ninohe City, Iwate Prefecture), is a city exchange facility that houses the 'Regional Information Center' where visitors can learn about the city's culture and traditions, the 'Shigeo Fukuda Design Museum' to appreciate the works of graphic designer Shigeo Fukuda, and the 'Aikitsu Tanakadate Memorial Science Museum' which exhibits the achievements of Dr. Aikitsu Tanakadate and allows children to learn science through experiments and crafts. Along with experiencing the charm of the region, please take this opportunity to see the many wonderful works filled with messages and thoughts. We look forward to your visit. ■ Exhibition Information Dates Saturday, May 2 to Sunday, June 7, 2026 Venue Ninohe City Civic Center (6-2 Niwatari, Ishikiridokoro, Ninohe City, Iwate Prefecture) 1st Floor Citizen's Hall Access About a 20-minute walk, or a 5-minute taxi ride, from 'Ninohe' Station on the JR Tohoku Shinkansen and IGR Iwate Galaxy Railway. *Click here for other transportation options. Admission Fee Free Opening Hours 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Closed Days Thursday, May 7, and Monday, May 25 ■ What is the 'JQA International Environmental Children's Drawing Contest'? The 'JQA International Environmental Children's Drawing Contest' has been held annually since 1999, supported by the UNICEF Tokyo Office (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, abbreviation: JICA) (*), with the aim of providing children with an opportunity to think about environmental issues through drawing. We also hold exhibitions at art museums and other venues nationwide to convey the children's messages regarding the global environment to many people. *JICA's support started from the 25th contest. ◆ Accepting entries for the 26th contest! The theme is 'What We Can Do for the Earth'. The deadline is Sunday, May 31, 2026. ◆ Outstanding works from this contest are exhibited at art museums across the country! In addition to the exhibition schedule, we also provide information on borrowing artworks (free of charge). ◆ Winners of the 25th contest and past outstanding works are now public! You can view the wonderful works by children on the contest website. Organizers Japan Quality Assurance Organization (JQA) International Certification Network (IQNET) Supporters UNICEF Tokyo Office Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) *From the 25th Started 1999 Eligibility Elementary and Junior High School students 25th Theme Let's Listen to the Earth's Voice 25th Number of Entries 9,907 entries from 72 countries and regions ■ Introduction of the Contest Organizers [Japan Quality Assurance Organization (JQA)] A fair and neutral third-party conformity assessment body that has consistently supported the development of Japan's manufacturing and service industries since its establishment in 1957. Currently, it is a certification body boasting the highest track record (*) in Japan for the total number of audits for management system standards including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, and as an organization supplying national measurement standards to the industry, it is a calibration institution offering instrument calibration in one of the largest fields in Japan. Furthermore, as a designated body for domestic and international laws and certification systems, it conducts electrical safety certifications and tests for electrical products, medical devices, and in-vehicle equipment, as well as JIS mark certifications. It also offers a variety of services such as testing and inspecting construction materials, and auditing and evaluating corporate activities aiming to achieve targets like carbon neutrality. *According to JQA research / As of the end of March 2025. [International Certification Network (IQNET)] The International Certification Network (IQNET) is an international network established in 1990 by the partnership of 37 leading assessment and registration bodies worldwide. JQA is the sole IQNET member in Japan.