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Bud Brand Award 2025: A Platform for Young Creators

Craft Art Company has taken a significant step in fostering the talents of young designers by becoming a sponsor of the
Bud Brand Award 2025. The Bud Brand initiative, managed by the Japan Design Bank, has been instrumental in promoting next-generation creators since 2016 and supports their participation in the illustrious Milan Design Week. In its latest endeavor, the award aims to spotlight innovative designs from students and young creators under 35 years of age.

A Recap of Milestones

Over the past year, the Bud Brand project continued to gain momentum, showcasing a dedicated exhibition in the Tortona district during Milan Design Week. This iconic area is famed for attracting large crowds and is known for featuring numerous popular venues, including Superstudio, making it the second-most visited area during the events.

In 2025, the award attracted over 100 entrants, resulting in eight selected works showcased prominently at the Milan Design Week exhibition. Craft Art Company, synonymous with creativity and innovation, proudly picked Mai Tsukamoto's design titled 'Pin' as its corporate award for recognition.

Notable Venue and Attendance

The exhibitions held at Tortona Rocks brought together a blend of companies and individuals, presenting an array of products and artworks. This year, the event saw an impressive turn out of over 10,000 visitors within just one week, proving the popularity and significance of the event.

Exhibition Report and Display

The Bud Brand Award 2025 exhibition report and display are set to take place from June 29 to July 2 at Fremtiden in Fukuoka, showcasing the remarkable works of the award participants. The details are as follows:

• - Location: Fukuoka City, Nishiku, Meihama Station Minami 1-10-19, MEINOHAMA STEPS 2F / 3F
• - Opening Hours: 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM

Looking Ahead: Bud Brand Award 2026

Even as we celebrate the successes of 2025, preparations are already underway for the Bud Brand Award 2026. Designed to inspire young creators again, this next edition will present an exciting opportunity to participate in Milan Design Week. The theme for 2026 is centered around 'Suspension x Daily Living Items', inviting proposals from designers under 35 years old to participate. Interested individuals can find more information on the official Bud Brand website.

Sponsoring Entities

• - Craft Art Company specializes in professional design services aimed at enhancing client communications through aesthetic and meaningful value creation. Based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, they continue to pursue trends aligned with timeless beauty and contemporary relevance.
• - Japan Design Bank, established to promote Japanese design internationally, is committed to nurturing the next generation of creators and improving design quality through collaboration with educational institutions.

For more information and updates on future competitions and initiatives, visit the Bud Brand website and the Japan Design Bank website. These platforms serve as essential resources for anyone looking to explore the vibrant world of Japanese design.


By supporting initiatives such as these, Craft Art Company and its partners play an active role in shaping the future of design and encouraging a new wave of creative talent.