2023 Contest Winners

Our contests for Japan Week 2023 have closed, so congratulations to our winners and everyone who made a submission!

Origami Contest:

Childrens’ Division – Kusudama by Miki Orimoto

Teens’ Division – Kusudamas & Tsuru by May Sy

Adults’ Division – Language Barrier by Kayla Bridges

Most Kawaii Award – Sea Creatures by Kazumi Goto

Best in Show – Darkness Dragon by Neel Dalela, model designed by Tadashi Mori

Character Bento Contest:

1st Place – Pikachu Bento by Tiffany Chen

2nd Place – Hello Kitty Bento by Risa Suzuki

3rd Place – Baymax Bento by Yu Hirai