Japan Arts Council to Sponsor the "Library Research Contest"®
The Japan Arts Council will sponsor the 30th Library Research Contest in 2026, establishing the "National Theatre Award" to encourage children to research and learn about traditional Japanese performing arts.
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The "Library Research Contest"® (sponsored by the Library Advancement Foundation), which will celebrate its 30th anniversary in FY2026, has received new sponsorship from the Japan Arts Council, an independent administrative institution that operates the National Theatre and other facilities.
The Japan Arts Council is working to improve awareness of traditional Japanese performing arts. With the hope that many people will become interested in traditional Japanese performing arts through research-based learning, they have decided to sponsor this contest and establish the "National Theatre Award". This award will be presented to works that research traditional Japanese performing arts.
Taking this opportunity, we expect that works themed around traditional Japanese performing arts will be submitted from all over the country.
Japan Arts Council
Website: https://www.ntj.jac.go.jp/
National Theatre
Website: https://www.ntj.jac.go.jp/kokuritsu/
The National Theatre operates the "National Theatre Kids Site," where children can enjoyably learn about traditional performing arts.
The Japan Arts Council is working to improve awareness of traditional Japanese performing arts. With the hope that many people will become interested in traditional Japanese performing arts through research-based learning, they have decided to sponsor this contest and establish the "National Theatre Award". This award will be presented to works that research traditional Japanese performing arts.
Taking this opportunity, we expect that works themed around traditional Japanese performing arts will be submitted from all over the country.
Japan Arts Council
Website: https://www.ntj.jac.go.jp/
National Theatre
Website: https://www.ntj.jac.go.jp/kokuritsu/
The National Theatre operates the "National Theatre Kids Site," where children can enjoyably learn about traditional performing arts.
FAQ
What is the 'National Theatre Award'?
It is a new award given to outstanding works that research Japanese traditional performing arts in the 'Research Learning Contest using Libraries'.
When is this contest held?
The 30th edition will be held in the 2026 fiscal year, and the National Theatre Award will be introduced from this year.
Is there a learning site for children?
Yes. You can learn about traditional performing arts in a fun way on the 'National Theatre Kids Site' operated by the National Theatre.