Who is eligible to participate?

Elementary school students (grades 1–6) attending schools in Chiba Prefecture.

Are there submission methods other than mail?

Yes, starting in 2026, individual and group submissions via FAX or email are also accepted.

What is the deadline for submitting entries?

Entries must arrive by Tuesday, September 29, 2026. Mail submissions require a postmark by September 8.

When and where will the award ceremony be held?

The award ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2026. The venue has not yet been announced.

NTT East Japan Launches the 77th Children's Art Contest

Q: What is the theme of the 77th NTT Children's Art Contest?

The theme is 'Wouldn't it be nice if there was something like this? — Things we'd like for everyone's future lives.'

Published Jul 15, 2026 3:20 AM ・ Updated Jul 14, 2026 8:54 PM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

NTT East Japan's Chiba Business Division is hosting the 77th Children's Art Contest, themed 'Wouldn't It Be Nice If There Was Something Like This? — Things We'd Like for Everyone's Future Lives.' The contest invites elementary school students across Chiba Prefecture to express their dreams and hopes through art.

NTT East Japan Corporation, Chiba Business Division (Division Head: Noriko Inokari, hereinafter 'NTT East Japan') has been hosting an annual art contest for elementary school students in Chiba Prefecture, aiming to encourage children to express their dreams and hopes through painting.

This year marks the 77th edition of the contest. With the sponsorship of Chiba Prefecture, the Chiba Prefectural Board of Education, and Chiba Nippo Co., Ltd., we are inviting numerous entries under the theme: 'Wouldn't It Be Nice If There Was Something Like This? — Things We'd Like for Everyone's Future Lives.'

77th NTT Children's Art Contest Overview

Theme: 'Wouldn't It Be Nice If There Was Something Like This?' — Things We'd Like for Everyone's Future Lives

Eligibility: Children enrolled in elementary schools or similar institutions within Chiba Prefecture (Grades 1–6)

Paper Size: B5 (8-cut) drawing paper

Art Materials: Crayons, watercolor paints, or other materials used in regular classroom learning

Number of Entries: One per participant

Deadlines:

- Application Submission: - By Mail: Postmarked by Tuesday, September 8, 2026 (valid) - By FAX or Email: Must arrive by Wednesday, September 9, 2026

- Artwork Submission: Must arrive by Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Application Guidelines: For details, please visit the official website 'Guidelines' page.

URL: https://www.ntt-east.co.jp/chiba/csr/next_03.html

Note: Starting this year, in addition to the traditional school-based submissions, individual and group applications are now accepted.

Awards:

Grand Prize:

Chiba Prefectural Governor's Award 1 piece Certificate and prize

Chiba Prefectural Board of Education Director's Award 1 piece Certificate and prize

Chiba Nippo President's Award 1 piece Certificate and prize

NTT East Japan Chiba Business Division Head's Award 1 piece Certificate and prize

Excellent Awards:

Gold Award (1 per grade) 6 pieces Certificate and prize

Silver Award (1 per grade) 6 pieces Certificate and prize

Bronze Award (1 per grade) 6 pieces Certificate and prize

Participation Award: All applicants

9. Sponsors: Chiba Prefecture, Chiba Prefectural Board of Education, Chiba Nippo Co., Ltd.

10. Others: Review Panel: Mid-October 2026 (tentative) Award Ceremony: Saturday, November 7, 2026 (tentative)

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