[Event Report] "BILLIKEN CREATORS OSAKA 2026," Showcasing New Charms of Billiken-san, Concludes
Tamura Koma Co., Ltd. and Osaka Design Center co-hosted "BILLIKEN CREATORS OSAKA 2026," an event showcasing diverse artistic interpretations of Osaka's symbol, Billiken-san. The event, which drew over 1,000 visitors, featured an award ceremony for outstanding works, with YUUM and GROOVY COLORS receiving top honors. Highlights from the exhibition and reception party are available on Billiken's official YouTube channel.
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Tamura Koma Co., Ltd. (Head office: Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture; President: Kiyoto Hori) co-hosted "BILLIKEN CREATORS OSAKA 2026" with the Osaka Design Center, a general incorporated foundation, for four days from Thursday, March 12, 2026, to Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Tamura Koma Osaka Head Office Hall.
This event is a project aimed at supporting creators' talents and promoting culture, using "Billiken-san," beloved as a symbol of Osaka, as its theme. This time, in addition to paintings, diverse expressions such as three-dimensional modeling and figure painting were incorporated, attracting over 1,000 visitors.
Event Outline
• Event Name: BILLIKEN CREATORS OSAKA 2026
• Dates: March 12 (Thu) - March 15 (Sun), 2026
• Venue: Tamura Koma Co., Ltd. Osaka Head Office, 2nd floor Showroom
• Admission: Free
• Organizer: Billiken Creators Osaka Executive Committee
• Co-organizer: Osaka Design Center, a general incorporated foundation
Announcement of "BILLIKEN CREATORS AWARD 2026" Winning Works
During the exhibition period, an award was held to select outstanding works from the exhibited pieces. The results of the "Special Judge Award" by special judges and the "Audience Award" determined by visitor votes are as follows:
[Special Judge Award]
Artist Name: YUUM
Work Title: Tsuru to Kame to Billiken-san (Cranes, Turtles, and Billiken-san)
[Audience Award]
Artist Name: GROOVY COLORS
Work Title: GROOVY BILLIKEN
GROOVY COLORS' Work Introduction Page
Both winners received a prize of 150,000 yen and a commemorative plaque.
Event Venue Highlights (Official Video Release)
The scene where a diverse range of Billiken art was gathered, and the lively reception party held on the first day, are now available on the official Billiken YouTube channel.
Company and Project Overview
Tamura Koma Co., Ltd.
Founded in 1894 (Meiji 27), it is a specialized trading company that handles fabrics, apparel products, general merchandise, bedding, and construction/industrial materials. The company develops licenses for "Billiken-san," a symbol of Osaka. As part of its activities, it is actively engaged in supporting culture and arts to fulfill its corporate social responsibility.
Official Website: https://tamurakoma.co.jp/
Billiken Creators Osaka
This is a cultural support project operated by Tamura Koma Co., Ltd. through Billiken-san. With the theme of "Billiken into Art, Osaka into Vigor," it supports and promotes the talents of various creators.
Official Website: https://www.billiken.jp/
Inquiries regarding this release
Billiken Creators Osaka Executive Committee (within Tamura Koma Co., Ltd., Brand Business Department)
Contact Person: Morishita
contact@billiken.jp