FAQ

Entry / Application

What is the application period?

A Entries will be accepted from 14 June (Wed), 1pm onwards to 12 July (Wed). Applications will be accepted from 14 June (Wed) until 2 August (Wed), 1pm.

*Japan time(UTC+9)

Should the photo data be sent by email after the entry?: No, the photo data should be uploaded on the website at the application page.

Will photos taken using the smartphone be accepted?: Yes, they will be accepted.

Can I apply by mail?: Only online applications are accepted.

What should I do if I miss the deadline?: Due to system limitations, we do not accept any application that has passed the deadline.

Can I replace my work even after submission?: Yes, you can replace by canceling and submitting a new work.
*Please note that works cannot be replaced after the end of the application period.

How can I change the size of the photo taken by smartphone to A4 size?: The size of the photo taken by iPhone cannot be changed into A4 size. Please change the aspect ratio 4:3 (basic setting) to 7:5, which is close to A4 size.
Select a photo and tap "edit" to change the aspect ratio.
Please refer the Apple website for detailed instructions.
As for Android smartphones, please refer to manufacturers’ website as it is different for each model.

What device will be used to review the works?: All works will be reviewed using the iPad 2020 (8th generation, Retina Display). Photos are vividly displayed and can seen in detail with high pixel density.

Slogan / Font

Can I choose the font and size of the slogan which will be inserted in my photo?: Yes, but the font size must be large enough to be noticeable.

Should the slogan be in capital letters?: No, it can be in both capital or small letters.

Can I insert other slogan other than the given theme slogan to my photo?: No, you cannot insert other than the given theme slogan.

How to insert slogan to my photo?

You can insert the slogan whichever way you want.

Click here if you are using a laptop

Click here if you are using a smartphone

*You may use other ways to insert slogan other than digital editing.