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The Exciting Launch of the Children's Art Festival in Ishigaki Island

The charming city of Ishigaki, located in Okinawa Prefecture, has recently confirmed the hosting of the Children's Art Festival led by the Little Da Vinci Executive Committee, operated by JP MOMENT Inc. This festival, celebrated under the theme of "Children × Art × Community × Earth," promises to provide a dynamic platform for young artists in Japan, seeking to bridge their artistic expressions with environmental consciousness.

Scheduled for November 2025, this innovative painting competition aims to invite children from various educational backgrounds, from daycare centers to elementary schools across the nation. The festival serves a dual purpose: it encourages children's creativity while simultaneously fostering adult support and empathy for environmental causes.

A Unique Theme Addressing Environmental Issues

Set against the backdrop of Ishigaki Island's stunning natural beauty, which features some of the world's most beautiful coral reefs and a diverse ecosystem, the festival aims to address pressing global challenges. As climate change and marine plastic pollution become more problematic, the festival seeks to engage the next generation in dialogues about these issues through their artistic endeavors.

Participants will be able to create "art that communicates with the Earth,” while their works will be showcased on both local and national levels. The messages conveyed by the children will not only be shared with society but will also prompt adults to get involved in supporting environmental conservation and regional development initiatives. This initiative transcends mere competitions to embody a new societal art program that marries nature and creativity.

Golden Heart Circulation: Merging Art with Sustainability

The Golden Heart circulation model will be a hallmark of this event, merging artistic expression with sustainable economic values. Adopting a hybrid format of web showcases and physical galleries, viewers will have the opportunity to express their admiration for the artworks by gifting a set of Golden Hearts for a nominal fee. Notably, 30% of the proceeds from these gifts will be donated to environmental conservation activities specific to the Ishigaki area.

The cycle can be summarized as follows: "Feel the inspiration → Provide support → Change the future.” The children’s art will thus serve as a driving force behind protecting our planet. This participant-driven festival encourages adults to act on their empathy and passion towards sustainability, allowing for the operationalization of a sympathetic circulation economy model aimed at building a more sustainable society.

Transforming Likes into Charity: A First in the World

In a groundbreaking move, viewers can transform their appreciation into action through the gift of Golden Hearts; the act of acknowledging art can directly translate into donations for forest restoration and marine protection efforts. More details about donation mechanisms and proof of contributions will be easily accessible via the official festival website, with even guest users eligible for participation.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: Little Da Vinci Art Festival in Ishigaki Island
• - Application Period: June 1, 2025 – August 17, 2025
• - Exhibition Dates: November 22-23, 2025
• - Location: Multiple venues within Ishigaki City + official online gallery
• - Eligibility: Preschool and elementary school children (lower and upper grades)

Theme Categories

• - Preschool Division: "What made you feel 'Wow!'?"
• - Lower Grade Elementary Division: "What if there were an island like this?"
• - Upper Grade Elementary Division: "My favorite landscape."

Participation Fee: 1,200 yen (tax included)

• - Benefits: High-resolution print and framed display with delivery after the event.

Prizes for Winners:

• - 20 selected winners will receive a special tour of Ishigaki Island (2 days, 1 night for up to four family members).
• - Local winners will receive an eco-tour invitation on the UNESCO World Natural Heritage site of West Iriomote Island (also for 2 days, 1 night for a family of up to four).

Organizer: Little Da Vinci Executive Committee
Endorsed by: Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture, and Yaeyama Mainichi Newspaper

For more information, visit the official website at Little Da Vinci Art Festival.

What is Little Da Vinci?

Little Da Vinci is a pioneering art platform that preserves children’s artwork as “future assets,” while fostering connections within families and social contributions simultaneously. Through digital archiving, AI-assisted art mentoring, family-exclusive social networking features, and a donation-linked empathy economy, Little Da Vinci merges technology with creative passion to create unique value for the next generation. More details are available on the official site: Little Da Vinci.

Contact Information:
JP MOMENT Inc.
Little Da Vinci Executive Committee
JP MOMENT Inc. Contact
Contact Person: Noriko Murata
Email: n.murata@ jpmoment-inc.com