The Taiki Friendship Festival and Takihara Shrine Grand Festival will hold a "PHOTO CONTEST 2026"!
We will be holding a photo contest themed around the "Taiki Fureai Festival - Takihara Shrine Grand Festival," which will be held on Sunday, October 25, 2026!
Please submit photos of any moments that you found particularly appealing, such as the lively atmosphere of a festival, scenes from traditional events, or memorable landscapes.
We accept all types of photography equipment, including smartphones, digital cameras, SLRs, mirrorless cameras, action cameras, and film cameras.
Whether you're a beginner or a photography enthusiast, please feel free to join us!
Event Outline
Date
2026 / 10 / 25 (sun)
Taiki Fureai Festival and Takiharamiya Grand Festival
Application period
Must arrive between October 25th (Sunday) and November 20th (Friday), 2026
Number of submissions
Up to 3 items per person
Application fee
Free
How to Apply
① Apply via Instagram
Official Instagram account of the Taiki Town Tourism Association
@kanko_taiki_official
Please send the photos via DM (direct message).
Please include the following information in your direct message.
- First Name
- Contact
- Photo Title
- Submitted Works
To apply via Instagram, simply send a direct message (DM).
② Apply using photo paper
Please print out your photo, fill out the application form, and mail it or bring it to the Taiki Town Tourism Association.
Requirements
- First Name
- Contact
- Photo Title
prize
The following awards will be selected from the submitted entries.
| 賞 | of people | prize |
|---|---|---|
| Taiki Town Mayor's Award | 1 | Certificate of merit + prize money of 10,000 yen |
| Special prize | 3 | Certificate of merit + prize money of 5,000 yen |
| Winning | 10 | Certificate of merit + prize money of 3,000 yen |
About the submitted works
The winning entries will be displayed in front of Takihara Shrine and at the Taiki Town Tourism Association, among other places.The town of Taiki may be featured in promotional materials such as the tourism association's website, social media, and brochures as part of efforts to showcase the town's attractions.
*If you submit a photo that includes people, please be sure to obtain their (the subject's) permission.
Your photo can become a part of Taiki Town's charm.
A special moment I found at the festival.
Please send your most memorable photo to the Taiki Town Tourism Association.
Beginners are also welcome.
Why not capture your favorite photo at the Taiki Fureai Festival and Takihara Shrine Grand Festival?
We look forward to receiving your applications!
Contact information/Application details
Taiki Town Tourism Association
Zip code:519-2703
870-37 Takihara, Taiki-cho, Watarai-gun, Mie Prefecture
TEL：0598-86-7077
Instagram: @kanko_taiki_official
