Takano Launches Photo Contest Showcasing Awning and Parasol Installations Starting June 1st

Takano Co., Ltd. (HQ: Miyada-mura, Nagano Prefecture; President: Masao Takano) announces the 'Takano Photo Contest 2026,' a competition featuring installation photos of Takano's awning and parasol products. Submissions will be accepted from June 1, 2026 (Mon) to January 31, 2027 (Sun).

'Takano Photo Contest 2026' Overview

Application Period June 1, 2026 (Mon) to January 31, 2027 (Sun)

Eligibility Customers (users), retailers, and distributors using Takano awnings and parasols (all products applicable). *Retailers and distributors must obtain permission from the owners before applying.

How to Apply Please apply via the application form on the website: https://www.takano-net.co.jp/exterior/information/detail/?dbid=1491

Application via Google Forms (requires a Google account): https://forms.gle/p5Zbp5qDKrQscbAWA

Application via Inquiry Form (one photo at a time): https://www.takano-net.co.jp/exterior/contact/

Application Requirements Image Data: JPG files, 1MB or larger. Photos: Please submit two or more photos (e.g., before/after installation, or open/closed state of the canvas). Comments: Please include comments on your use of the Takano awning/parasol.

Submitted photos and comments will be used for PR activities, including our or our retailers' websites, catalogs, and events; therefore, submission implies consent from the owner for such use.

Awards Grand Prize (1 entry): 30,000 yen in QUO cards Excellence Award (2 entries): 10,000 yen in QUO cards Selected Award (5 entries): 5,000 yen in QUO cards

Result Announcement Scheduled for February 2027. Winning entries will be announced on our website, and winners will be contacted directly.

About Takano Starting with spring manufacturing, Takano has expanded into office furniture and exterior products. The company has continuously challenged itself with new fields, including advanced electronics, medical/welfare equipment, and clinical laboratory reagents. This expansion capability is Takano's signature strength and the source of its development. Adhering to our management philosophy of 'always maintaining high aspirations, upholding social rules, anticipating changes in society, and contributing to the realization of an affluent society through sustainable growth and development,' we continue to pursue new possibilities and challenge unexplored fields.