Summary
The fourth Kita no Anime Award is accepting unpublished Hokkaido-themed animated works of about 15 seconds to three minutes until December 25, 2026.
The Hokkaido Government opened entries on June 30 for the fourth Kita no Anime Award, inviting unpublished original animation that includes Hokkaido as a subject. The application period is scheduled to continue until December 25, 2026.
What happened
The competition is open to individuals and collaborative teams, and multiple submissions are allowed. Eligible works may use any style of animation, provided they are original, previously unpublished and approximately 15 seconds to three minutes long.
Why it matters
The award gives emerging filmmakers and animators a Hokkaido-focused platform for short-form work. It is also connected to Hokkaido’s wider animation and short-film community through support from the New Chitose Airport International Animation Festival and the Sapporo International Short Film Festival.
Key details
- Entry period: June 30 to December 25, 2026, with the deadline based on the postmark date.
- Theme: An unpublished original animation that includes Hokkaido as a subject.
- Length: At least 15 seconds and approximately three minutes or less.
- Technical format: MOV or MP4, 1920 by 1080 resolution and 24 frames per second.
- Eligibility: Open to anyone; collaborative production and multiple entries are permitted.
- Awards: The grand prize is up to JPY 100,000, with additional runner-up and special awards.
For international readers
The official announcement says anyone may apply, but it does not fully explain overseas delivery, language or rights-clearance procedures. International entrants should check the Japanese application page and confirm requirements for music, third-party materials and submission media before entering.
Source: Hokkaido Government announcement. See also the official competition page.
Source Details
| Source | Hokkaido Government |
|---|---|
| Original Title | 「第4回北のアニメ大賞」の作品募集について |
| Original Published | 2026-06-29 |
| Region | Hokkaido |
| Target Reader | general |
| Review Status | needs_review |
| Risk Level | normal |
| Original Source | Hokkaido Government |
Editor Note
応募締切は2026年12月25日。海外応募、提出媒体、音楽・素材の権利処理、言語条件は公式要項で確認してください。賞金額と仕様も公開前に再確認してください。