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The Adelance Award's Honors at the 2025 Para Art Tokyo Exhibition

From October 1 to October 5, 2025, the 12th International Exchange Exhibition of Para Art was hosted at the Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Gallery in Toshima City. This event saw an impressive display of approximately 950 entries from artists with disabilities from around the world. Among these, Juna's captivating piece, Owl's Kaleidoscope, was awarded the sought-after Adelance Award.

The Adelance Company, headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, is renowned for its global initiatives in the wellness industry focusing on hair, beauty, and health. As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) efforts, the company has been an official supporter of the Para Art project sponsored by the Japan Charity Association since 2021. This initiative aims to enhance social engagement and international exchange through art created by individuals with disabilities.

The Adelance Award, celebrating its fifth consecutive year, is a significant component of this initiative. It acknowledges exceptional artistic talent and creativity, fostering visibility and appreciation of artworks produced by disabled artists. The 2025 exhibition showcased a record 230 artworks across various media, including paintings and sculptures, which were all available for viewing via a virtual gallery on the Para Art Tokyo website (Link Here).

Owl's Kaleidoscope: A Piece of Inspiration

The award-winning artwork, titled Owl's Kaleidoscope, is set to be displayed at the Adelance headquarters. Furthermore, it will grace the cover of the company’s upcoming CSR Communication Report.
In explaining the selection of this particular piece, President Hiroaki Suzuki commented, “Upon reviewing all submissions, I could feel the warmth of a 'smile' radiating from Juna's work. It evokes feelings of hope, kindness, and positivity. The central owl symbolizes wisdom and tranquility, while the vibrant colors surrounding it reflect diversity and harmony beautifully.” This sentiment resonates perfectly with Adelance’s corporate slogan, “Everything for a smile.” Suzuki emphasized that the artwork’s delicate yet powerful composition naturally elicits joy in viewers, mirroring the company’s core values.

Insights from the Japan Charity Association

The Japan Charity Association praised Juna's creativity, noting that the artwork’s unique perspective captures the fantastical world of a kaleidoscope dynamically and engagingly. The portrayal of the owl, both with its eyes closed and with a gentle gaze, invites smiles and symbolizes bringing happiness to viewers.

2025 Para Art Tokyo Exhibition Overview

• - Dates: October 1-5, 2025
• - Venue: Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Gallery, Toshima City
• - Hosted by: Japan Charity Association
• - Website: Para Art

Past Award Winners

The Adelance Award has consistently recognized outstanding artworks in previous years as well:

• - 2021: Whale by Yui
• - 2022: Comrades by Hina Ohyama
• - 2023: Among the Trees by Kei Muraki
• - 2024: Tulips and Birds by Masaro Taniguchi

Collaborating for Change

Adelance is committed to promoting inclusivity and understanding within society, particularly regarding disability. The company actively supports initiatives that encourage the economic independence and social participation of individuals with disabilities. In 2021, they began incorporating disability artwork into their CSR Communication Reports, expanding this collaboration to include customer-facing merchandise and company calendars.

Adelance’s Commitment to CSR and SDGs

The Adelance Group aspires to deepen and expand activities that deliver societal value, aimed at achieving sustainable and healthy business growth rooted in trust from customers and society. Their approach is encapsulated in “value co-creation type CSR,” integrating their CSR initiatives with business objectives.

As a global enterprise, Adelance is dedicated to addressing the various challenges outlined by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). They utilize their business practices to contribute meaningfully toward a sustainable society. With a commitment to promoting joy, Adelance aims to continue providing smiles to people around the world under their corporate slogan, “Everything for a smile.”