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Celebrating Excellence in Journalism: The 25th Ishibashi Tansuke Memorial Waseda Journalism Award

The 25th Ishibashi Tansuke Memorial Waseda Journalism Award has officially announced its winners, showcasing exemplary works aimed at promoting the ideals of journalism. This year, from a total of 144 works submitted within the application period, three pieces received the Grand Prize, while two works were honored with Encouragement Awards. The grand prize ceremony is set to take place on December 4 at the esteemed Okuma Memorial Hall, hosted by Waseda University.

Announcement of Winning Works

Grand Prize Winners

Public Service Category (2 works)

1. Title: Campaign Reporting on the Hyogo Prefectural Governor Election - SNS and Election: The Rise of Defamation
- Recipient: Kensuke Murase, representative of the reporting team from TBS Television's "News Special"
- Media: TBS Television

2. Title: A New World Map of Immigrants and Refugees - 1,000 Days Recording the Crustal Movement from Ukraine
- Recipient: Yusuke Murayama
- Media: Book published by Shinchosha

Grassroots Democracy Category (1 work)

3. Title: Film “Noto Democracy”
- Recipient: Yukio Iokibe
- Media: Cinema release by Ishikawa Television Broadcasting

Encouragement Award Winners

Public Service Category (1 work)

1. Title: 80th Anniversary Project “Hiroshima Document”
- Recipient: Kohei Okada, representative of the reporting team from Chugoku Shimbun
- Media: Chugoku Shimbun, Chugoku Shimbun Digital

Grassroots Democracy Category (1 work)

2. Title: Questions from Those Who Hold the Plow - From the Manchurian Development
- Recipient: Takamichi Shimada, representative of the reporting team from Shinano Mainichi Shimbun
- Media: Shinano Mainichi Shimbun and book published by Shinano Mainichi Shimbun

Overview of the Award

The Ishibashi Tansuke Memorial Waseda Journalism Award was established in 2000 to cultivate journalists with a strong sense of social responsibility and contribute to the creation of a free and open environment for public discourse. The award not only acknowledges the works that have significantly contributed to social culture and public interest but also encourages the principles of free expression and fair debate through journalism.

Application Details

• - Categories: Public Service, Grassroots Democracy, and Cultural Contribution
• - Eligible Works: Any media published between April 1, 2024, and May 31, 2025, aimed at the general public, regardless of form.
• - Application Period: April 15 to May 31, 2025
• - Total Submissions: 144
• - Evaluation Process: A panel of 11 selected judges, comprised of members from both within and outside Waseda University, assesses the submissions based on the award's principles.
• - Organizer: Waseda University
• - Prizes: Grand Prize winners receive an award certificate, a commemorative medal, and a cash prize of 500,000 yen. Encouragement Award winners will receive similar recognitions along with a cash prize of 100,000 yen.

Significance of the Award

Waseda University has a proud tradition of contributing to journalism and discourse since its inception. The Ishibashi Tansuke Memorial Waseda Journalism Award aims to inspire future generations to continue this legacy, fostering an environment conducive to free expression and informed dialogue in these times of rapid societal change. Each year, the award highlights the vital role journalists play in contributing to a democratic society.

To learn more about the award and its history, visitors can check the official website: Ishibashi Tansuke Memorial Waseda Journalism Award.