Call for Entries: 18th JTA Toilet Award / Simultaneous Call for Activity Presentations

The Japan Toilet Association (Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo; President: Kohei Yamamoto / President, Dynax Urban Environment Research Institute, Inc.) is now accepting entries for the '18th JTA Toilet Award.' Originally launched in 2009 as the 'Good Toilet Selection Award,' the program has revised its evaluation criteria and changed its name to the 'JTA Toilet Award' starting in 2023. The award aims to recognize individuals and organizations that have made notable contributions or proposals toward creating a society where everyone can use clean, comfortable toilets anytime, anywhere, and sustainably. We encourage submissions that serve as exemplary models for improving toilet environments.

Additionally, we are separately calling for activity presentations to be featured in the program of the 'National Toilet Symposium' held on November 10. *Duplicate submissions with identical content for both the JTA Toilet Award and the Activity Presentation are not permitted.

Call for Entries: 18th JTA Toilet Award (2026)

【Entry Categories and Eligibility】

A) Architectural Works Category: Completed architectural and interior design projects

B) Technology, Research & Development Category: Technological innovations, research papers, and creative works (publications, videos, products, equipment)

C) Maintenance & Management Category: Maintenance, management, cleaning, etc.

D) Social Activities Category: Promotion and awareness, education, disaster relief, volunteer work, civic activities, and other comprehensive initiatives

*Duplicate submissions with the '2nd Activity Presentation' (also currently open) are not allowed.

【Eligibility】

Open to all, regardless of age, membership status, or nationality. Applications in English are accepted. Participation is free of charge.

【Application Method and Deadlines】

Registration: Deadline September 10 (Thu) – Submit via application form by email

Submission of Work ①: Deadline September 29 (Tue) – Email A4-sized document data (for judging)

Submission of Work ②: Deadline November 2 (Mon) – Send A1-sized panels via courier or similar (for exhibition)

*For full details on submission procedures, please refer to our official website or the official guidelines.

【Judging Committee】

Chief Judge: Kazunori Nakano (Professor, Faculty of Engineering, Nihon University / Environmental Ecology Engineering, Environmental Engineering)

Deputy Chief Judge: Natsuko Nagasawa (Professor, Core Research Institute, Ochanomizu University / Architectural Planning, Environmental Psychology)

Category Judges: (Refer to official guidelines)

【Selection Process and Announcement】

Judging will be conducted by the committee of experts in the field of toilets.

A 'JTA Toilet Award' will be selected in each category.

Among these, exceptionally outstanding entries will receive the 'JTA Toilet Grand Award.' Additional special awards such as 'Encouragement Award' and 'Student Award' (for student applicants) will also be presented. The results will be announced at the 42nd National Toilet Symposium on November 10. (Venue: Machinery Industry Promotion Hall (Shiba Koen)) *The Student Award is only for entries led by currently enrolled students; working students are not eligible.

Public Voting Award

A 'Public Voting Award' will be determined by votes from participants attending the 42nd National Toilet Symposium (Machinery Industry Promotion Hall (Shiba Koen)).

Results will be announced at the symposium's networking event and later published on the Toilet Association's website.

【Guidelines】

2026 JTA Toilet Award Entry Guidelines (PDF)

【Results of the 17th JTA Toilet Award (2025)】

2025 JTA Toilet Award Results

【Inquiries】

Japan Toilet Association – JTA Toilet Award Executive Committee

Contact: Sachiko Asai, Miki Takahashi Email: [email protected]

Website: Call for Entries – 18th JTA Toilet Award 2026

Call for 2nd Activity Presentation (2026)

【Purpose】

The National Toilet Symposium includes presentation sessions designed to support young professionals of the future and promote knowledge exchange through dialogue among participants. As part of this initiative, we are calling for activity presentations in two categories: 'Individuals/Groups' and 'Companies/Organizations.'

We welcome not only reports of completed activities but also ongoing research topics and issue proposals at the preliminary stage.

【Entry Categories and Eligibility】

A) Individual/Group Activity Presentation: Practical initiatives or research related to toilets

B) Company/Organization Activity Presentation: Practical initiatives, surveys/research, institutional/operational improvements related to toilets

*Duplicate submissions with the '18th JTA Toilet Award' (currently open) are not allowed.

【Eligibility】

Open to all, regardless of age, membership status, or nationality. Applications in English are accepted. Participation is free of charge.

【Application Method and Deadlines】

Registration: Deadline September 7 (Mon) – Email to Planning Committee

Abstract Submission: Deadline September 29 (Tue) – Email approximately 500-character abstract to the same address

Presentation Slide Submission: Deadline October 30 (Fri) – Email presentation slides to the same address

*Deadlines are subject to change. Please refer to official announcements from the association for the latest information.

【Notification of Results】

Selection will be based on submitted abstracts.

*Submissions may not be accepted depending on content or activity details. (Refer to website and guidelines)

Notification of results: Applicants will be notified by approximately October 15 (Thu).

Presentation and Publication: Selected activities will have their abstracts published in the symposium proceedings and will be presented at the National Toilet Symposium.

【Guidelines】

2026 2nd Activity Presentation Call for Entries

【Inquiries】

Japan Toilet Association – Planning Committee

Email: [email protected]

Website: Call for 2nd Activity Presentation 2026

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