Announcement: Entries Now Being Accepted for the “23rd Minato Ward Tourism Photo Contest 2025”

The Minato Ward Tourism Photo Contest is held annually with the aim of rediscovering the charm of Minato Ward through photography—from its famous landmarks and historic sites to seasonal scenes and hidden gems.
Starting Saturday, October 11, 2025, we will begin accepting entries for the “23rd Minato City Tourism Photo Contest 2025” in two categories: the General Category and the Koshien Category (*for junior high and high school students).
Winners will receive fantastic prizes! We look forward to receiving many entries!

[Submission Period]
Saturday, October 11, 2025 – Monday, January 12, 2026 (Public Holiday)

[Click here for details on entry guidelines and how to apply]
https://visit-minato.mitte-x.istsw.jp/index.html?cn=179

[New]
◎ Special Area Award: “Islands.” Continuing from last year, photos taken in the Izu Islands and Ogasawara Islands are also eligible for awards!
◎ Theme Award: “Shopping Districts.” Please submit photos of the “shopping districts” scattered throughout Minato Ward!

[Submission Rules] *Excerpt
・Copyright of submitted works belongs to the photographer.
・Regarding the subjects of submitted works (people, buildings, products, etc.), it is the entrant’s responsibility to obtain permission from the rights holders to ensure there is no infringement of portrait rights, copyrights, trademark rights, or other rights. Additionally, if the subject is a minor, please obtain consent from a parent or guardian.
・Winning entries will be featured on our website and displayed at facilities throughout Minato Ward. In such cases, they will be published using the real name provided at the time of submission.
*For details, please refer to the terms and conditions on the submission website.

[Click here to view past winning entries]
https://visit-minato-city.tokyo/ja-jp/photocontest

[Contact]
Minato City Tourism Association Secretariat (Email: infominato1959@gmail.com)