Announcing the 11th Annual 'Animal Senryu' Contest by Anicom Insurance

Celebrating Creativity and Pets: Anicom's 11th 'Animal Senryu' Contest

Anicom Insurance, a top player in the pet insurance sector, is excited to announce the start of the 11th 'Animal Senryu' contest from June 1, 2026. This annual event encourages pet owners to creatively express their daily lives with their furry friends through a combination of poetry and photography. This year, the competition opens its doors wider than ever, allowing submissions from all pet lovers, regardless of whether they are current policyholders.

Easy Participation Through Social Media

For the first time, participants can submit their entries not just through the traditional online form but also via social media platforms like Instagram and X (formerly Twitter). This change aims to make participating in the contest more accessible and enjoyable. Participants can create their original images using the 'Animal Senryu Maker' tool available on the Anicom website and share them with the hashtags #アニコム and #どうぶつ川柳.

Exciting New Awards

In addition to the usual categories, Anicom has introduced two exciting special awards this year: the 'Mogu Mogu Foodie Award' and the 'Waku Waku Share Award'. A total of 50 winners will be selected, encompassing excellence awards, commendations, and these new categories. Each winner will receive unique prizes designed to celebrate their creativity.

1. Excellence Awards: 10 winners will receive watercolor-style canvas art and original stickers.
2. Commendations: 25 nominees will be awarded original stickers.
3. Mogu Mogu Foodie Award: 4 winners will receive a complete set of CARE PUREE flavors and original stickers.
4. Waku Waku Share Award: 11 participants, who enter through social media, will receive original tote bags and stickers.

A Focus on Pet Health and Joy

The 'Mogu Mogu Foodie Award' emphasizes the importance of mealtime in maintaining a pet’s health, promoting entries that highlight the joy surrounding food. Anicom leverages its vast data to support better nutrition for pets, furthering its commitment to animal health through customized food solutions based on genetic and flora testing.

The 'Waku Waku Share Award' recognizes the delight that pets bring to our lives, encouraging entrants to showcase moments that are too joyful not to share.

Displaying Talented Works

Throughout the contest duration, the Anicom special website and social media channels will feature selected submissions, giving pet families a chance to celebrate their creativity together. The results will be announced in late July on the Anicom Insurance's official website, where all winning entries will also be published.

Participants are encouraged to involve their family and friends, fostering a delightful community spirit that celebrates the unique bond between pets and their owners.

Conclusion

The 11th Annual 'Animal Senryu' Contest marks another chapter in celebrating the joys of pet ownership. With new formats and awards, Anicom Insurance continues its tradition of supporting pet lovers and encouraging creativity. Don’t miss the chance to share your unique experiences and possibly win exciting prizes!