JFM is now accepting submissions of Graphic Designs and Illustrations for SUKI with the theme inspired by Japan Foundation’s WA Project 2.0 “Inspiring Resonance: Partnership to Co-Create a Future with the Next Generation.”
Beginning 2024, the Japan Foundation is launching the WA Project 2.0 – a ten-year period of intensive two-way cultural-exchange programs between Japan, ASEAN, and other Asian countries in the fields of Japanese-language education, culture and the arts, Japanese studies, and global partnership programs. This project will endeavor to strengthen the multi-faceted networks of people in the region and build relationships based on mutual trust and respect between Japan and its Asian partners through sincere and open communication.
Through graphic design and illustration, we would like to see your vision of the future for the Philippines and Japan that will be Co-Created by the Next Generation through the cultural-exchange programs of WA Project 2.0.
Learn more about WA Project 2.0 through https://asiawa.jpf.go.jp/en/
This contest is open to all Filipinos residing in the Philippines or Japan. Selected submissions will be published in SUKI, the official magazine of JFM, both on-line, in print, and social media. A token of P3,000.00 will also be given.
Eligibility and Restrictions
- All entries must be graphic designs and illustrations in digital format (JPG or PNG)
- All entries must adhere to the theme.
- All entries must be original, previously unpublished, and all rights owned by the applicant.
- All entries must include a foreword explaining the thought behind their work.
- Dimensions should be 21.5 x 27.5 cm at 300DPI for portrait and 43 x 27.5 cm 300DPI for landscape.
- There is no limit to the number of entries per participant.
- Winning participants must allow JFM use of all submitted material (owners will be credited accordingly)
Criteria for Selection
- Communicative quality
- Composition and visual impact
- Creativity and originality
- Adherence to the theme
Submission Guidelines
- Please send all entries to miguel@jpf.go.jp with the subject “SUKI x WA Open Call”
- Submission deadline 12 March 2025, Wednesday at 11:59PM
- Winners will be notified via email on or before 17 March 2025, Monday
Prizes and Tokens
- The winners will be given P3,000.00 per chosen work.
- JFM Merchandise
- Chosen entries will be published on SUKI both on-line, in print.
- Select entries will also be featured on JFM social media.
