[Held June-July] Paris Collection Designers to Judge "Award-Winning Works Exhibition" in Shibuya/Omotesando Featuring Works by 14 Individuals Who Will Carry the Future of Japanese Fashion

The First Step for Young Talents Aiming for Global Success and Presentation in Paris

Tokyo Metropolitan Government hosts two fashion contests to discover and nurture fashion designers with global aspirations: "Next Fashion Designer of Tokyo/NFDT" for students residing or studying in Tokyo, and "Sustainable Fashion Design Award/SFDA" for students and amateur designers residing, studying, or working in Tokyo, utilizing materials such as kimono fabric.

We are pleased to announce that an exhibition of works by the 14 award recipients for fiscal year 2025 will be held from June to July at the commercial facilities "Tokyu Plaza Shibuya" and "Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku." (Admission Free, No Reservation Required)

At the venues, the original works selected through judging by Paris Collection designers and public voting at the final screening in March will be gathered.

You can see a variety of fresh sensibilities from young designers who will carry the future of Japanese fashion.

Additionally, introduction boards summarizing the design points will be placed next to the works. By understanding the background of the creation process, visitors can feel closer to the works.

Scenes from Past Award-Winning Works Exhibitions

Works by 4 Young Designers from Tokyo! Works and Awardee Names Unveiled at the Final Screening (March 29)

"NFDT" Free Category, Governor of Tokyo Award of Excellence: Koume Takahashi (from Ota Ward / Sugino Fashion College) "NFDT" Free Category, Governor of Tokyo Award of Excellence: Kotaro Yasuda (from Meguro Ward / ESMOD Japon Tokyo)

"SFDA" Wear Category, Governor of Tokyo Award of Excellence: Sena Sakano (from Adachi Ward / General Applicant) "SFDA" Fashion Goods Category, Governor of Tokyo Award of Excellence: Minami Nakata (from Hachioji City / Keio University)

Award-Winning Works Exhibition Overview

Venues

Tokyu Plaza Shibuya, 2F Entrance Hall (1-2-3 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku)

Tokyu Plaza Omotesando "Harajuku", 5F ZONE4 Event Space (4-30-3 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku)

Dates

June 17 (Wed) - June 23 (Tue)

July 1 (Wed) - July 7 (Tue)

Works Selected by Judging and Public Vote by Paris Collection Designers Including Mr. Morinaga of ANREALAGE

The works to be exhibited are those that won at the final screening held in Tokyo on Sunday, March 29, in a fashion show format. Judging and public voting were conducted across all four categories by Paris Collection designers.

The judging panel includes distinguished figures active at the forefront of the industry, such as Mr. Katsuhiko Hibino (President of Tokyo University of the Arts), and leading Japanese designers Mr. Yusuke Takahashi (CFCL) and Mr. Kunihiko Morinaga (ANREALAGE).

Returning to Their Hometowns: Award-Winning Designers! National Touring Exhibition to Begin in July

A national touring exhibition, where award-winning works will be displayed in the hometowns of the award-winning designers, is scheduled to commence sequentially from July. (Details will be announced on the website and social media as they are decided.)

Tokyo Metropolitan Government will continue to provide designer development programs, including support for brand establishment and assistance with presentations in Paris, to help awardees succeed globally.

Before the next generation of designers representing their local areas take flight to the world, their first steps will be unveiled to their hometown communities.

Tokyo to Become a "Fashion Hub" on Par with Paris and Milan NFDT/SFDA Awardees Establish Brands, Becoming a Gateway for Next-Generation Talent

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is working to promote the fashion and apparel industry with the goal of making Tokyo a "fashion hub" comparable to Paris, Milan, New York, and London.

As part of this initiative, the fashion contests "Next Fashion Designer of Tokyo (NFDT)" and "Sustainable Fashion Design Award (SFDA)" were established in 2022 to discover and nurture fashion designers who will make their mark on the world stage.

Among the award recipients, some have established their own brands and have had their work adopted for stage costumes and music videos by prominent artists both domestically and internationally, solidifying the contests' reputation as a crucial stepping stone for emerging talent.

Submissions for Fiscal Year 2026 Now Open Until July 14

Submissions for fiscal year 2026 works (across all four categories) are currently being accepted until Tuesday, July 14. Applications are widely welcomed not only from fashion students but also from young creators involved in diverse fields such as art, digital content, and video production.

"NFDT" 2 Categories: "Free Category" (Open Theme) / "Inclusive Design Category" (Designed for wear by individuals with disabilities)

"SFDA" 2 Categories: "Wear Category" / "Fashion Goods Category" (Bags, accessories, shoes, etc.)