Japan Flower Design Award 2025 Accepting Applications for Contestants Until September 10th

The Japan Flower Design Award 2025: A Celebration of Floral Creativity

The Japan Flower Design Association (NFD), led by President Yoshimasa Nishimura, has opened applications for the "Japan Flower Design Award 2025," a significant national event for both professional and amateur floral designers. This contest aims to crown the best floral artists across the country and will take place at the NFD Flower Fashion House in Minato, Tokyo, from December 5th to December 13th, 2025.

Event Overview

- Dates: December 5 (Friday) - December 13 (Saturday), 2025
- Location: NFD Flower Fashion House, 3-19-34 Takanawa, Minato, Tokyo
- Special Website: Japan Flower Design Award 2025

Theme of the Contest

The event's theme, "Bloomination ~ A Radiant Floral World Open to All ~," is a blend of the words "Bloom" and "Illumination." This theme emphasizes inclusivity and the beauty of boundless floral creativity. Each category will incorporate themes linked with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to promote environmentally conscious practices in floral design. The overall message of the contest is to "sow seeds of hope for the future," aligning with the vision of the GREEN×EXPO 2027 to be held in Yokohama, which aims to create "landscapes of happiness for tomorrow."

Categories and Applications

Contestants can submit their work in six diverse categories, each advocating the values of SDGs:
1. Arrangement (A Session, B Session)
2. Bridal Bouquet
3. Bouquet
4. Petit Design
5. Floral Accessories
6. Preserved Design

By evaluating environmental considerations in the choice of materials and techniques, this competition actively supports the promotion of a sustainable future in floral design.

Awards

The contest will offer prestigious awards such as:

- Prime Minister’s Award
- Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award
- Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare Award
- Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award

(Other awards are also under consideration.)

Judging will be conducted by a diverse panel, including established floral designers and experts from various fields in art and research.

Application Details

- Entry Fee: 3,300 yen (tax included)
- Eligibility: Open to all, whether professional or amateur.
- Deadline for Entries: September 10, 2025 (Postmarked by this date).
- Application Process: Interested individuals can check the online application guidelines here and submit their entries.

The winners will gain immense exposure, as past awardees have found opportunities to showcase their work in various media, leading to successful careers in floral design.

New Initiatives

In a bid to enhance accessibility, a virtual museum will be launched on the NFD official website, showcasing the entries for a limited time. This initiative allows those unable to attend in person to experience the brilliance of floral designs online.
Moreover, sustainability will play a crucial role, with a focus on environmentally friendly materials and techniques being a key evaluation criterion for all entries.

Upcoming Events

Simultaneously, the 21st NFD National High School Flower Design Contest is also accepting applications. This aims to discover the next generation of floral designers. The theme will also align with the main contest's focus on "Bloomination."

Overall, the Japan Flower Design Award 2025 promises to be a remarkable event, garnering attention from floral designers nationwide and serving as a platform for discovering new talent. For media queries regarding the contest, please contact: