"The Future" Starts with a Child's Painting: 18th Summer Vacation Children's Painting Contest Now Accepting Entries

Commons Asset Management (Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Tetsuro Ii) has announced the start of entries for the 18th "Summer Vacation Children's Painting Contest."

The themes are "The Future Self I Want to Be" and "The Future I Hope For."

This contest has been held annually since 2009 as an opportunity for children to freely express their dreams and visions for the future, marking its 18th year. We have received numerous submissions from across the country, with each painting filled with individual aspirations serving as messages for the future.

The winning artwork for the "Commons Award" will be featured on the cover of the prospectus for Commons Asset Management's flagship fund, the "Commons 30 Fund." This unique initiative by Commons Asset Management allows children's hopes for the future to adorn the prospectus, which is handled by many individuals beginning their investment journey.

Entry Deadline: August 31, 2026 (Mon) *Postmark date is valid.

"Investing is believing in the future" – That's why we want to support children who paint the future.

Commons Asset Management values long-term investment that connects generations, from parents to children and grandchildren, for the future.

Investing in the future is not just about believing in corporate growth. We believe that it is also a crucial investment in the future for children, who will shape it, to envision their own dreams and hopes and to paint their own unique futures.

Time spent drawing is a time to freely imagine one's "desired self" and "a future I wish for." We hope this contest becomes an opportunity for children to encounter their future, and that the circle of support from families, communities, and adults expands to encourage those dreams.

Last Year's Award-Winning Works & Workshop Scenes

17th Summer Vacation Children's Painting Contest Commons Award Winner: "The Future Self I Want to Be - Detective"

Scenes from the Drawing Workshop

Scenes from the Drawing Workshop

18th Summer Vacation Children's Painting Contest Entry Guidelines

Eligibility

Children in elementary school or younger.

Themes

- The Future Self I Want to Be

- The Future I Hope For

Entry Deadline

August 31, 2026 (Mon) *Postmark date is valid.

Materials and Size

Free choice (Please mail artworks without folding).

How to Enter

Please enclose a form with the following information when sending your artwork:

1. Name

2. Postal Code and Address

3. Age

4. Contact Email Address

5. Theme or Title of Artwork

6. Request for Return (If you wish to have the artwork returned, it will be sent back via cash on delivery).

Mailing Address

107-0062

2-5-17 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Polaris Aoyama Building 16F

Commons Asset Management Co., Ltd. "Painting Contest Section"

*Postage costs will be borne by the applicant.

Awards and Prizes

Commons Award (1 winner)

- Featured on the cover of the "Commons 30 Fund" prospectus

- Amazon Gift Certificate worth ¥2,000

Dream Award (4 winners)

- Amazon Gift Certificate worth ¥1,000

Participation Prize (First 20 applicants)

- Book: "Kodomo Okane Rule" (Children's Money Rules) (Author: Masanobu Takahama / Supervisor: Tetsuro Ii)

Inquiries

Commons Asset Management Co., Ltd.

Marketing Department

E-mail: [email protected]

Company Overview: Commons Asset Management Co., Ltd.

Company Name: Commons Asset Management Co., Ltd.

Financial Instruments Business Operator (Investment Management Business, Type II Financial Instruments Business Operator)

Director of Kanto Local Finance Bureau (Kinsho) No. 2061

Representative: Tetsuro Ii, President and CEO

Location: 2-5-17 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo Polaris Aoyama Building 16F

Established: November 2007

Business Activities: Setting up, managing, and selling investment trusts

Affiliated Organization: Association for Investment Trusts and Financial Instruments Service Providers URL: https://www.commons30.jp

Risks and Expenses for Commons 30 Fund

https://www.commons30.jp/fund30/risk-cost/

Risks and Expenses for The 2020 Vision

https://www.commons30.jp/fund2020/risk-cost/

Risks and Expenses for Commons Global 30 Fund

https://www.commons30.jp/global30/risk-cost/