8TH JAL TANCHO (RED-CROWNED CRANE) PHOTO CONTEST
PHOTO : 7TH JAL TANCHO (RED-CROWNED VRANE) PHOTO CONTEST PRIZE-WINNING WORKS
Application reception is now closed.
Thank you very much for your many applications.
Results will be announced on this website in Mid-July.
This winter, JAL invites you to take part in its 8th JAL Tancho (Red-Crowned Crane) Photo Contest.
JAL Group recognizes that biodiversity conservation and awareness activities are urgently needed around the world.
As an airline that inevitably places a burden on the environment, we believe it is our responsibility to help convey the importance of protecting biodiversity to future generations.
Also, by experiencing the nature where red-crowned cranes and other wildlife live, and by connecting with the people and unique culture of these regions, we hope that new relationships and connections will emerge.
We aim to protect the beautiful nature that surrounds us,
and to help ensure that encounters with new regions and landscapes become “favorite places” for many.
The symbol on the tail of JAL aircraft is inspired by the red-crowned crane, a Special Natural Monument of Japan.
We invite you to submit your photographs to this contest—capturing the importance of biodiversity and your appreciation for the regions and nature you encountered.
Implementation overview
Recruitment period
December 18, 2025 - March 31, 2026
How to Apply
Applications are no longer being accepted.
Application terms and conditions can be found here.
Examination
From April to May
Award ceremony
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Place:
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Date:
Saturday, June 27, 2026
* Details will be updated once finalized.
- Receive comments directly from the judges
- Prize presentation & photo session
- Special programs including a talk event featuring the judges
- Even if your work is not selected as a winner, you may still have a chance to join through a lottery!
* Please note that transportation costs to the venue will not be covered. We appreciate your understanding.
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Results announcement
July
Exhibition
From July to September 2026, one winning work will be exhibited at the Akan Art Gallery in Lake Akan Onsen.
Special Judge
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MISIA (Singer)
MISIA, who debuted in 1998, is one of Japan's leading vocalists, renowned for her series of hit songs.
In addition to her music career, MISIA is actively involved in social contribution activities. In March 2010, she was appointed Honorary Ambassador for COP10 (the 10th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity) by the United Nations Headquarters, and played an active role in its initiatives.
MISIA continues to promote biodiversity awareness through efforts such as leading the "MISIA Forest" project, a forest conservation initiative in Ishikawa Prefecture.
Judge
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Sponsored Prizes (Order of the Japanese kana syllabary)
- * Prizes are subject to change as they are tentative at this time.
