A Local Culture Exhibition Told Through Calligraphy – Call for Calligraphy Entries

This is the first time we're holding this event. We're looking for calligraphy works that feature local performing arts and culture related to Iwate Prefecture. Any style of expression is acceptable, as long as it's written with a brush; kanji, kana, or a mix of kanji and kana (modern poetry and prose) are all acceptable. Why not express the local culture that remains in your region through calligraphy? We look forward to receiving many entries!

[Recruitment details]

Eligibility: Residents of Iwate Prefecture (18 years of age or older)

Submissions: Calligraphy works using brushes, based on local culture related to Iwate Prefecture.

Artwork dimensions: 24.2 cm to 135 cm, area within 4,800 cm²

*Shikishi, Hanshi, Hansetsu, and Zenshi 1/2 are within the standard size range.

Number of points: Up to 2 points per person

Exhibition fee: Free

Application form for exhibiting: Please submit your application form to Morioka Machiya Monogatari Museum in person, by mail, email, or fax between January 4th (Mon) and 11th (Mon/Holiday), 2027. (Reception hours: 9:00 – 18:30)

Artwork submission period: Please bring your artwork directly to Morioka Machiya Monogatari Museum or arrange for delivery through a designated delivery company between January 27th (Wed) and January 31st (Sun), 2027. (Reception hours: 9:00 – 18:30)

*You can also send your order prepaid by a specified date (must arrive within the application period).

Exhibition period: February 13 (Sat) – March 7 (Sun), 2027 *Closed on February 24 (Wed)

Location: Morioka Machiya Monogatari Museum, Taisho-era Storehouse, 2nd Floor, "Time and Space Exhibition Room"

Organizer: Morioka Machiya Monogatari Museum (Designated Manager: Iwate Art Support Center, NPO)

Co-sponsored by: Morioka City