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FULMA Creator Awards 2025 Announced!

FULMA Inc., based in Shibuya, Tokyo, is excited to announce the launch of the "FULMA Creator Awards 2025," a nationwide video contest aimed at elementary and junior high school students across Japan. This initiative seeks to discover and nurture the next generation of creative filmmakers among young talents.

The FULMA Creator Awards provide a unique platform for students to express their creativity through video production. Participants will be evaluated based on three key criteria: "thinking ability," "communication skills," and "creativity." From the submissions, ten entries will be selected for the final round, where they will be recognized for their outstanding work.

Awards and Prizes

As of June 1, 2025, here are the various awards available for participants:

Major Awards

• - Grand Prize: One winner will receive a prize of 100,000 yen and a crystal trophy.
• - Excellence Awards: Two winners will each receive 50,000 yen and a crystal trophy.
• - Audience Award: One winner will receive a crystal trophy.

Sponsor Awards

Awards will also be presented to selected finalists from partner companies:

• - Sony Award: One winner will receive a Vlog camera "VLOGCAM™ ZV-1F."
• - Wacom Award: One winner will receive a Wacom One 12 liquid crystal tablet.
• - Kewpie Award: Ten winners will each receive a Kewpie doll and a set of Kewpie products.
• - au Award: One winner will receive the opportunity to participate in video production.
• - UUUM Award: One winner will receive the right to use UUUM studios for filming.

Top 10 Award

Every finalist will receive a Top 10 medal and a package of 120 Tirol chocolates.

Theme Awards

• - Camera Works Award supported by Sony (three winners)
• - Illustration Works Award supported by Wacom (three winners)
• - Veggie Excitement Award supported by Kewpie (three winners)

Special Awards

• - Special Award for Three Entries: A certificate for all who submit three works.
• - Grade Awards: Certificates for eighteen participants.
• - Short Video Award: A certificate for one winner.
• - Top 100 Award: Certificates and a 1,000 yen Amazon gift card for the top 100 submissions.

Participation Certificate

All participants will receive a certificate of participation, which can be used as documentation for extracurricular activities on school record applications.

Judges

The contest features a distinguished panel of judges:

Kanta

Comment: "I remember the first time my friends and I showcased a video we made at a cultural festival. I was incredibly nervous, but looking back, that moment ignited my journey in life. I can't wait to see the unique power and free-spirited creativity you all will bring to this contest!"

Popurika

Comment: "I started creating videos much later in life, during my university years. It was challenging yet rewarding! I hope this contest helps you experience similar growth through your creative endeavors."

Yuichi Ito

Comment: "In this era where anyone can create videos, animation allows for boundless freedom of expression. I encourage you to utilize your imagination and create something incredible. I look forward to seeing your innovative works!"

Contest Details

Submission Period

• - Opening Date: June 1, 2025
• - Closing Date: August 31, 2025, at 13:00 JST

Eligibility

Participants must be elementary or junior high school students as of June 2025, born between April 2, 2010, and April 1, 2019.

Submission Guidelines

• - Videos must be up to three minutes long.
• - Vertical videos and short videos (up to one minute) are also welcome.
• - Each student can submit up to three entries.
• - Submitted works must be previously unpublished.
• - Ensure proper copyright permissions for all video materials used.

How to Enter

1. Registration: Visit the contest website here and fill out the entry form.
2. Submission: After registration, an auto-reply will explain how to submit your work.
3. Completion: You will receive confirmation of your submission from the organizers.

The final evaluation will take place on November 15, 2025, at the Miraikan, National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation in Koto, Tokyo.

For further information about FULMA and its initiatives, visit FULMA's official site. FULMA is dedicated to providing educational programs in video production and internet literacy tailored to students since 2016, supporting thousands of youngsters across Japan with high-quality education in these crucial skills.