2026 “NANA Exhibition “
of The National Art Center, Tokyo

CREATE THE FUTURE

An International Open Call Exhibition That Reaches for Tomorrow

Individual

The 2026 NANA Exhibition embraces the principle of “Being True to Oneself,” advocated by Nanakusakai.
The philosophy of Nanakusakai:
“Not Nanakusakai above all, but Universal Principles above all.”
The individual recognizes the age,
sincerely pursues the true value of art,
and contributes to society.
If the individual honors individuality with dignity,
respects others,
and acts accordingly,
the direction of Nanakusakai will naturally reveal itself.

Exhibition Dates

November 27 – December 7, 2026

Application for participation

Applications are accepted at any time via the website, instructors, or the Nanakusakai office.
Capacity: 200 participants.
Applications will be accepted in the order they are received and will close once the capacity is reached.

Application form

Entry fee

Payment can be made using one of the following methods:

Automatic Bank Transfer (Members only)
Applicable on October 27, 2026.
The fee will be withdrawn automatically via the designated bank account transfer system.

Designated Bank Transfer
Applicants will be informed separately of the designated transfer period and the bank account details.
Cash payments are not accepted.

Artwork Categories

Oil Painting, Watercolor, Japanese Painting, Acrylic Painting, Pastel, Egg Tempera, Drawing, Mixed Media, Etching

Calligraphy Categories

Classic Kanji, Classic Kana, Creative Works, Ink Wash Painting (Sumi-e), Zenga, Haiga

Size and Fee(Tax all included)

Artwork:

1. 1. No.0~No.25 (Canvas size) JPY 33,000
   2. No.30~No.50 (Canvas size) JPY 49,500
   3. No.60~No.80 (Canvas size) JPY 66,000
   4. No.100~No.150 (Canvas size) JPY 77,000

Calligraphy:

1. 1. “Han-setsu 1/2” (W35cm × H68cm), “Han-setsu 1/3” (W35cm × H45cm, vertical),
   2. “Zen-kaishi” (W48.5cm × H36.5cm), “Han-kaishi” (W36.5cm × H24.5cm): JPY 33,000
   3. “Han-setsu” (W35cm × H136cm), “Zen-han” (W70cm × H68cm, vertical): JPY 49,500
   4. “Zenshi” (W70cm × H136cm), “Ren-ochi” (W52.5cm × H136cm, vertical): JPY 66,000
   5. “Zenshi (horizontal)” or larger formats (W136cm × H70cm): JPY 77,000

Regulations of exhibited works：

1. 1. No pre-screening; all themes are accepted.
   2. Only original works created by the exhibitor may be submitted.
   3. All works must be framed. Glass is not allowed; acrylic glass is permitted.
   4. A paper label with the title, name, and address must be attached to the back and upper-left corner of the frame.
   5. Frame width must be within 4.5 cm.
   6. For matted works such as watercolor or etching, the matting width must not exceed 10 cm.
   7. All frames must be equipped with a hanging bracket and wire on the back.
   8. The exhibitor is responsible for all costs related to packaging, transportation, and other expenses associated with the exhibited work.
   9. Nanakusakai will take care of the works during the exhibition, but cannot be held liable for loss or damage under normal handling conditions.

Works that cannot be exhibited:

• Works that infringe upon copyright, portrait rights, or involve plagiarism (except reproductions of classical works).
• Works that emit sound or smell.
• Works that pose safety risks (e.g., exposed blades) or violate public order and morals.

Submission and Collection Date and Location

Selected participants will be notified separately of the dates, times, and procedures for the submission and collection of works.

Venue
The National Art Center, Tokyo
7-22-2 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8558 Japan

Artists are responsible for arranging the delivery and collection of their works. If you are unable to deliver or collect your artwork in person, you must make your own arrangements through a representative, shipping company, or professional art transportation service at your own expense and responsibility.

Please note that the Secretariat does not arrange, coordinate, or manage the transportation, delivery, collection, customs clearance, or storage of artworks.

All artworks, including works not selected for exhibition, must be collected during the designated collection period. The Secretariat assumes no responsibility whatsoever for any artworks that are not collected within the specified period.

Regarding the display of works:

Exhibitors may not request specific placement of their works in the exhibition hall.
Works that are deemed to violate the exhibition regulations by Nanakusakai may not be displayed.

Disclaimer

Any issues not covered above will be handled in accordance with the rules and regulations of The National Art Center, Tokyo.