What is a KOTODAMA Presentation?
KOTODAMA Presentation
is a new presentation style
advocated by the Akademeia 21st Century.
It employs concise yet impactful words,
accompanied by photos, music, illustrations, and graphics,
to deliver a deep message.
Learning how to weave words, and polish language,
“Changing the world with the power of words.”
That is the KOTODAMA Presentation.
Entry format
Delve deep into your own thoughts and feelings,
learn how to carefully select words (expressions), pauses, rhythm,
and lingering impressions to convey profound messages
with the power of concise words.
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All entries must be in video format,
created from a PowerPoint presentation.- Entries created with other presentation tools (such as Keynote) are acceptable, provided they are converted into video format.
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Entries should not include human actors and should primarily rely on language, while incorporating photos, illustrations, music, etc., within a 2-minute timeframe.
- Include the title and the name of creator at the beginning of the piece. Do not include any other information about the creator within the piece.
- Entries are limited to individual entries.
- Exclude vocal elements in the music.
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Photos, illustrations, music, videos, graphics, etc.,
must be original works or obtained from royalty-free sources.- Use materials that do not infringe on copyright.
Call for Entries
We are inviting entries for the KOTODAMA Presentations
at the Fuji-California Young Artist Expo Summit,
an international event with students participating from 100+ countries.
- Application Period
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- – Thursday, May 15, 2025
- Themes of entry
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- My City, My Town
- My Identity ＆ Self Expression
- World Peace and Cooperation
- Open Category
- Video Entries
- KOTODAMA Presentation
Art is the Common Language
in Global Community.
The Power of Art to Reach the World
- Event Date
- Monday, june 2, 2025 9:30-11:00