Cover photo by AYUMOON
The cizucu community hosts a global online photo contest open to everyone. The contests range from those organized by cizucu to collaborations with brands, featuring a variety of themes. They aim to inspire individual creativity and enable rich and free expression.
The ongoing contests include 'Living Tomorrow', 'February Diary '25', 'Taste the Moment', 'With Love, To You', and 'Whispers of Water, Echoes of Time'.
This time, we introduce selected entries from the current contests and provide contest information.
Living Tomorrow
【Theme】Future Society
【Deadline】Friday, February 28, 2025
Photo by Ka2
Ka2
Tokyo
cizucu Editorial Team
This photo creates an illusion as if you've wandered into another dimension, where reality and shadows intersect. The composition blurs the line between the real world and its reflection, symbolizing the uncertainty of future society and the merging of digital and real worlds.
February Diary '25
【Theme】February Diary
【Deadline】Friday, February 28, 2025
Photo by Teradarate
Teradarate
Rare snowstorm in Osaka
A winter scene lasting less than 10 minutes
📷 iPhone 14 Pro
cizucu Editorial Team
This photo captures the moment when a rare snowstorm enveloped the city, transforming the usual scenery. The snow falling on buildings and roads makes the day special, and the familiar cityscape presents a fresh expression, making it a scene worthy of a diary entry.
Taste the Moment
【Theme】Special Moments of Dining
【Deadline】Thursday, April 10, 2025
Photo by AYUMOON
AYUMOON
Securing a Meal
cizucu Editorial Team
The vivid image of a kingfisher holding a small fish firmly captures the eye. The splash of water in the air perfectly captures the tension and dynamic movement of the hunting moment. For animals, dining is indeed a special moment of survival.
With Love, To You
【Theme】To That Special Someone
【Deadline】Friday, March 7, 2025
Photo by Yasu
Yasu
Sleeping Peacefully𓂃𓎤
📷 SONY ILCE-7C
cizucu Editorial Team
The image of someone sleeping peacefully alongside a stuffed animal, with a serene expression, is endearing. Soft light gently illuminates the scene, capturing a moment filled with warmth and happiness. The sentiment of thinking about a loved one is subtly conveyed.
Whispers of Water, Echoes of Time
【Theme】Moments of History
【Deadline】Friday, March 14, 2025
Photo by Yuichi Kasagami
Yuichi Kasagami
Mount Kurama Snow Scene
📷 RICOHIMAGING GR II
cizucu Editorial Team
In the silence, the falling snow gently envelops the remnants of an ancient era. The snowflakes dancing in the picturesque scenery highlight the fleeting beauty of the moment. The dreamy bokeh adds to the atmosphere, resonating with the weight of history and a mystical air.
