PIXTA Unveils the Winners of the NEXT 100 Million Contest
The Tokyo-based company, PIXTA, which operates a marketplace for photos, illustrations, videos, and music materials, has announced the winners of the NEXT 100 Million Contest. The competition ran from January 8 to March 16, 2025, and aimed to create new digital materials through collaborative themes suggested by its purchasing members.
Contest Overview
This innovative contest received an impressive total of 20,560 submissions. The entries ranged from unique, original works to pieces that earnestly addressed user requests, demonstrating tremendous creativity and artistic prowess. From this diverse pool, one outstanding work was selected from each category: photography, illustration, and video. Additionally, five thematic awards were given in each domain.
Grand Prize Winners
Photography Category
- - Winning Work: No. 124001588
- - Creator: Shige Hattori
- - Theme: Food Concept
- - Prize: 100,000 yen
Judge's Comments
The aroma of matcha wafted through, enhancing the luxurious feel created by the combination of black and green tones. The theme of