Can anyone participate in the voting for the Yura Photo Contest?

Yes, anyone can vote via the online form regardless of residency. Physical voting at Yura Town Hall and Wakayama MIO is also available.

What will be decided by the vote?

The grand prize and other awards will be determined from the 5 finalists selected from a total of 124 entries.

What is the ultimate goal of this project?

The goals include obtaining Dark Sky Park certification, regional revitalization using the starry sky, and solving local issues through cross-industry exchange.

General Voting Begins for 'Yura Starry Sky Photo Contest' Branding Project!

Published May 19, 2026 9:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:59 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Yura Town and JR West Wakayama Branch will launch general voting for the 'Yura Starry Sky Photo Contest' on May 20, 2026. Voters will choose the grand prize winner from five finalists selected from 124 entries. Voting is available online and at designated exhibition venues to promote regional branding through starry skies.

Yura Town (Wakayama Prefecture) and West Japan Railway Company (JR West) Wakayama Branch have selected five finalist works from a total of 124 entries for the 'Yura Starry Sky Photo Contest' (held from Feb 1 to Mar 31, 2026). General voting to determine the grand prize winner and other awards is now open.

1. Voting Period From May 20 (Wed) to June 24 (Wed), 2026.

2. How to Vote - Online: Via the dedicated form (https://logoform.jp/form/Zp2i/1567126). - In-person: Panel displays of the finalist works will be held at Yura Town Hall and Wakayama MIO. Posters will also be displayed at Wakayama University and local shops in Yura Town.

3. Finalists (5 works) The finalist accounts are: (1) mick_frame, (2) sorairo0827, (3) akirafunatsu, (4) ig_mika.w, and (5) shinobu1211.

4. Results Announcement Scheduled for around July 2026.

About the 'Yura Town Starry Sky Branding Project': This project originated from the 'Koto-Collabo x Kinokuni Line (3rd Phase)' cross-boundary learning program, where diverse industries interact to solve regional issues. The project aims to obtain 'Dark Sky Park' certification and revitalize the community through the theme of the town's beautiful starry skies.

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General Voting Begins for 'Yura Starry Sky Photo Contest' Branding Project!

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