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Niigata's 2026 Terraced Rice Fields Photo Contest Now Accepting Entries

September 3, 2026

Niigata Prefecture invites photos for its 2026 Terraced Rice Fields Photo Contest. Smartphone photos are allowed. This is a chance to capture and share the beauty of Niigata's terraced fields.

Niigata Prefecture has announced the call for submissions to the "Terraced Rice Fields Niigata Photo Contest 2026." The contest focuses on photos featuring terraced rice fields and people’s activities in Niigata.

This opportunity is relevant for foreign residents living in Japan who enjoy photography or want to explore local cultural landscapes. Anyone can enter, including those using smartphones.

The submission period runs from June 1, 2026, to October 16, 2026. Photos must have been taken between October 1, 2025, and October 16, 2026. Please check the official website for how to apply.

Winners will be announced on November 21, 2026, at a ceremony in Joetsu City. For detailed rules and submission instructions, please review the official page.

Source

新潟県庁

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