JAPAN NATIONAL AWARD
Set up by Sony Corporation and Creo, the Japan National Award recognises outstanding series by Japanese photographers entering the Professional Competition.
The winner receives Sony Digital Imaging equipment, a showcase of their work at the Sony Imaging Gallery Ginza, inclusion in the Sony World Photography Awards exhibition in London's Somerset House, and promotion via the World Photography Organisation's channels.
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Image: ©️ Noriko Hayashi
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
> Open to all photographers from Japan entering the Professional competition*
> One photographer wins the title of Japan Professional Award
> Please see 'Rules' on the Professional competition page for full eligibility criteria
> Deadline is January 13, 2026 at 13.00 GMT
Image: ©️ Seido Kino
PRIZES
| Winner | Shortlist - UP TO 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sony Digital Imaging equipment | x | |
| Exhibition at Sony Imaging Gallery Ginza | x | |
| Inclusion in London exhibition** | x | |
| Promoted on WPO's website | x | x |
| Promoted to WPO's online community | x |
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* Participants must have Japanese nationality and reside in Japan during the period of the Award being open for entries (June 2025 - January 2026).
**Please note, your image may be displayed digitally (on screens) or printed.