cizucu Presents 'Sakai Colorful Journey - Town Colors, People Colors' Award Announcement | Challenge #63

Under the theme of 'The Diverse Charms of Sakai City', we invited submissions capturing the beauty of buildings, landscapes such as the sea and mountains, as well as unique shops and traditional cafes rooted in the region. Many wonderful works capturing the unknown expressions and personalities of Sakai City were submitted.

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てっとう日和

📷 Canon EOS KISS M

cizucu Editorial Team
This captures a moment where the light illuminating the history of the Old Sakai Lighthouse intersects with modernity. Under the soft sky of the blue hour, the gentle light of the lighthouse exudes a certain presence, with star-shaped lights around it acting like guides to the past. The strong structure of the highway and the gentle curves of the stairs symbolize the transformation and growth of this area, speaking to the quiet beauty of Sakai City in the tranquility of the blue hour.

栄樹

📷 FUJIFILM X-T30

cizucu Editorial Team
This vibrant work captures the beauty of the Japanese garden in Daisen Park through the autumn foliage. The red leaves highlight the tranquility of the garden, and their reflection on the water captivates viewers. The architecture of the garden, with its subdued colors, appears as a stage that enhances the natural beauty. It expresses the unchanging calm and peace of a traditional Japanese garden even amidst the changing seasons, beautifully demonstrating the unique harmony woven by the nature and culture of Sakai City.

ゆらぎ

cizucu Editorial Team
This strongly conveys the culture of Sakai City and the unity of the local community. The backs of the participants, with the white happi coats and red letters, seem to share a sense of unity and pride while carrying the heavy mikoshi. The vibrant red mikoshi stands out under the blue sky, highlighting the colors and vitality of the traditional festival. This image encapsulates the rich tradition celebrating the history of Sakai City and the enthusiasm of the citizens who inherit it, leaving a strong impression on viewers.

youmage

cizucu Editorial Team
This work, taken at the Sakai City Urban Greening Center, captures the remarkable details and vivid colors of plants. The vibrant magenta of the plants and the green leaves convey the intricacy and mystery of colors that humans cannot create. The water surface gently resting on the leaves symbolizes the delicacy of life and the conservation of greenery and ecosystems that Sakai City values. It tells the story of the beauty of nature found in urban environments and how the city treats the richness of greenery as something valuable.

Shou

cizucu Editorial Team
This captures a dynamic moment from the Christmas event at Fenice Sakai, conveying the sense of community connection and the enjoyment of winter festivities. This moment is a testament to how Sakai City nurtures diverse talents and provides a place for people to gather, vividly expressing the cultural richness of this city.

the Oji brown

📷 SONY ILCE-7M4

cizucu Editorial Team
The colorful flowerbed heralding the arrival of spring and the vibrant blue and yellow train passing in front embody the city's vitality and harmony with nature, beautifully capturing the everyday life of Sakai City. The retro train design reminiscent of the good old days serves as a bridge connecting Sakai City's rich history to the present, leaving a warm impression on visitors. It has the power to convey the beauty of Sakai City's everyday life and the charm of the town in detail.

Through this photo contest, the diverse landscapes, culture, and lives of the citizens of Sakai City have been vividly conveyed through the works. From the historic lighthouse to flowers heralding the breath of spring, and the bustling festivals, the everyday life of Sakai City is colorful and continues to weave rich stories.
The creative perspectives of the creators who participated this time have uncovered new charms of Sakai City through the submitted works, and will continue to convey the beauty of this place to many people.

The award-winning works are scheduled to be exhibited at the following locations and periods.

■ Location
Nankai Koya Line - Sakaihigashi Station (next to the station office, inside the ticket gate) | Map

■ Address
〒590-0028
61 Mikunigaoka Miyukidori, Sakai-ku, Sakai City, Osaka

■ Period
February 1, 2024 (Thursday) ~ February 14, 2024 (Wednesday)

Please enjoy the charm of the town as seen from the perspectives of the creators capturing Sakai City.

cover image by tom