Embrace the Legacy of Tsukiji Market: Art Contest Announced for All Ages
The Tsukiji area is once again at the forefront, this time inviting everyone to engage in its legacy through an exciting art contest. This initiative aims to inspire community development centered around the iconic Tsukiji Market and showcases the power of creativity in envisioning the future. The contest is not just for professional artists; it is an opportunity for students and others in the community to contribute their ideas and visions for Tsukiji's future.
Event Overview:
The art contest is part of the 'Tsukiji Town Development Symposium', scheduled for March 7, 2024, from 1:00 PM to about 3:00 PM at the Tokyo Metropolitan Hall in Shinjuku. The symposium will feature discussions led by experts from various fields, including food culture and art. The review of the submitted artworks will also take place during this event, along with an awards ceremony for elementary school students.
Call for Art Submissions:
We are inviting ideas for artwork and paintings from elementary school students until February 16, 2024, and artistic concepts from the general public by February 6, 2024. Participants are encouraged to create art that represents the legacy of the old Tsukiji Market and its potential for future town development. This is a unique opportunity to express how the rich history and culture of Tsukiji can be transformed into a vibrant future.
Contest Categories:
1. General Category (Art Contest)
- Theme: Use the legacy of the Tsukiji Market to express future town development through art.
- Judges: Notable figures such as Yuuko Hasegawa and Akihiro Takahashi will evaluate the submissions.
- Prizes:
- Grand Prize: 100,000 JPY plus a trophy and certificate, with the winning artwork displayed within the Tsukiji development area (the production cost is limited to 3 million JPY).
- Excellence Award: 20,000 JPY and a certificate.
- Entry Fee: Free.
2. Elementary School Category (Painting Contest)
- Themes to Choose From:
1. Imaginary playful equipment for a large grassy area planned in Tsukiji.
2. An aircraft of the future expected to fly in Tsukiji.
3. Dishes made with local fish specialties of Tsukiji.
- Submission Guidelines: Paintings should be in B3 size or similar and must be submitted by mail to the Tsukiji Town Development Symposium Office (inside Nihon Kōkoku-sha).
- Prizes:
- Gold (1): 10,000 JPY gift card, gold medal, and certificate.
- Silver (1): 5,000 JPY gift card, silver medal, and certificate.
- Bronze (1): 3,000 JPY gift card, bronze medal, and certificate.
- Five Excellence Awards: 1,000 JPY gift card and certificate.
All submissions are free of charge, and the winners will be announced at the symposium, where they will be recognized during an awards ceremony.
Additional Details:
To make a submission or to get more information, visit the special art contest website at Art Contest Special Site or contact the Tsukiji Town Development Symposium Office at 03-5357-1849 during weekdays from 10 AM to 6 PM.
Event Overview:
The art contest is part of the 'Tsukiji Town Development Symposium', scheduled for March 7, 2024, from 1:00 PM to about 3:00 PM at the Tokyo Metropolitan Hall in Shinjuku. The symposium will feature discussions led by experts from various fields, including food culture and art. The review of the submitted artworks will also take place during this event, along with an awards ceremony for elementary school students.
Call for Art Submissions:
We are inviting ideas for artwork and paintings from elementary school students until February 16, 2024, and artistic concepts from the general public by February 6, 2024. Participants are encouraged to create art that represents the legacy of the old Tsukiji Market and its potential for future town development. This is a unique opportunity to express how the rich history and culture of Tsukiji can be transformed into a vibrant future.
Contest Categories:
1. General Category (Art Contest)
- Theme: Use the legacy of the Tsukiji Market to express future town development through art.
- Judges: Notable figures such as Yuuko Hasegawa and Akihiro Takahashi will evaluate the submissions.
- Prizes:
- Grand Prize: 100,000 JPY plus a trophy and certificate, with the winning artwork displayed within the Tsukiji development area (the production cost is limited to 3 million JPY).
- Excellence Award: 20,000 JPY and a certificate.
- Entry Fee: Free.
2. Elementary School Category (Painting Contest)
- Themes to Choose From:
1. Imaginary playful equipment for a large grassy area planned in Tsukiji.
2. An aircraft of the future expected to fly in Tsukiji.
3. Dishes made with local fish specialties of Tsukiji.
- Submission Guidelines: Paintings should be in B3 size or similar and must be submitted by mail to the Tsukiji Town Development Symposium Office (inside Nihon Kōkoku-sha).
- Prizes:
- Gold (1): 10,000 JPY gift card, gold medal, and certificate.
- Silver (1): 5,000 JPY gift card, silver medal, and certificate.
- Bronze (1): 3,000 JPY gift card, bronze medal, and certificate.
- Five Excellence Awards: 1,000 JPY gift card and certificate.
All submissions are free of charge, and the winners will be announced at the symposium, where they will be recognized during an awards ceremony.
Additional Details:
To make a submission or to get more information, visit the special art contest website at Art Contest Special Site or contact the Tsukiji Town Development Symposium Office at 03-5357-1849 during weekdays from 10 AM to 6 PM.
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