FAQ

What is the application period?

Applicant registration is from April 16 (Wednesday) to June 18 (Wednesday) 13:00, and artwork submission is from April 16 (Wednesday) to July 30 (Wednesday) 13:00. All times are in Japan Time.

• *Japan time(UTC+9)

Should the photo data be sent via e-mail after registration?

No. After registering, please upload your photo data via the application form. Do not submit your photo data via e-mail.

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.

How many works can one person submit?

Each person may submit up to 5 entries. Submissions with different angles, poses, and costumes are also permitted.

Can I replace my work even after submission?

You can replace your works via My Page.

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.

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.