What is the theme for the 'Japan Package Design Student Award 2026'?

The theme is 'WOW!'. We are looking for new ideas and package designs that capture the heart and make you exclaim 'WOW!'.

Students who reside in Japan and are currently enrolled in a university or vocational school, and have no professional experience, are eligible to apply. Only individual entries are accepted.

When is the application deadline?

The application deadline is July 23, 2026, at 17:00.

What is the entry fee?

The entry fee is 1,500 yen (including tax) per work.

What happens to the winning entries?

The winning entries are scheduled to be published in the 'Yearbook of Japanese Package Design 2027'.

Call for Entries: Japan Package Design Student Award 2026

Published Jun 4, 2026 10:52 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 4:44 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

The Japan Package Design Association has launched the 5th annual 'Japan Package Design Student Award 2026' on June 4, 2026. The theme is 'WOW!', calling for original works from university and vocational school students residing in Japan.

The Japan Package Design Association (JPDA) has officially opened the call for entries for the 5th annual Japan Package Design Student Award 2026. The competition invites students to submit original designs based on the theme 'WOW!'.

Overview This competition, hosted by the JPDA, seeks to recognize design excellence and creativity among students. After rigorous judging by JPDA member judges and guest special judges, awards including the Grand Prize, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Special Jury Awards will be presented.

### Entry Details - Application Period: June 4, 2026 (Thu) – July 23, 2026 (Thu) at 17:00 - Entry Fee: 1,500 JPY (per entry, tax included) - Theme: 'WOW!' (seeking fresh ideas, novel expressions, and sharp concepts)

### Eligibility - Students residing in Japan, currently enrolled in a university or vocational college, with no professional experience. - High school students are not eligible. - Individual participation only.

### Schedule - July 23: Application deadline - Early September: Notification of first-round results and announcement of successful entries - Mid-October: Deadline for second-round submissions - Early November: Notification of final judging results - November 24: Awards ceremony

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Call for Entries: Japan Package Design Student Award 2026

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Overview This competition, hosted by the JPDA, seeks to recognize design excellence and creativity among students. After rigorous judging by JPDA member judges and guest special judges, awards including the Grand Prize, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Special Jury Awards will be presented.

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