The JAGDA International Student Poster Award is a prestigious annual graphic design competition run by the Japan Graphic Designers Association (JAGDA), open to students worldwide at any level. Each year, a theme word is announced — the 2026 theme is "Harmony" — and students create original posters that incorporate this word as a mandatory element. Submissions are digital and entry costs ¥1,000 per poster. Award categories include Grand Prix (1), Gold (2), Silver (5), Bronze (10), Jury Awards (5), Committee Member Awards (6), Special Sponsorship Awards (~20), and approximately 200 Selected Works. Selected works are exhibited at a physical exhibition in Japan from November 25 to December 7, 2026; finalists must submit printed B1-size posters for display.
Japan Graphic Designers Association (JAGDA)
JAGDA International Student Poster Award
OpenDesignCompetition
About the Program
Eligibility
Open to students worldwide at any level. Works must be original posters created between August 2025 and July 2026 incorporating the mandatory theme word "Harmony." School assignments, graduation projects, and works submitted to other competitions are accepted. Stock photos prohibited. Selected works must be submitted as printed B1-size posters (728mm × 1,030mm, portrait).
Eligible Countries
All countries
How to Apply
Submit digital files via the online portal at jagda-gakusei.jp by July 31. Pay ¥1,000 per poster entry. Selected finalists must provide printed B1 posters for the exhibition.