Cover photo by Yukihiro
April Diary ‘25
'April Diary ‘25' is a global online photo contest hosted by cizucu, open to any creator registered with cizucu. The contest aims to curate outstanding works from submissions, discover new talents as a platform, and support the community.
The theme this time is ‘April Diary’.
The ‘Diary’ series is a contest where you post photos taken daily along with the day's events, much like a diary.
Diaries are a valuable way to record your life and experiences. By reflecting, you can objectively grasp your growth and changes and gain new insights. Please take the opportunity to document your stories to organize your daily thoughts and feelings.
April marks the beginning of a new season. With cherry blossoms in full bloom and new beginnings in life, this period is a special time filled with excitement and a bit of nervousness. Capture the first steps in a new environment, such as entering school, starting a job, or moving, or the scenery encountered on outings inspired by the spring breeze. Why not take your camera and search for fresh moments unique to April?
We look forward to seeing the photos you capture this month from your perspective shared in the cizucu community. We eagerly await your submissions!
Inspiration
Photo by Yuki
Yuki
Spring deity dwells
cizucu Editorial Team
When you hear April, the first thing that comes to mind for Japanese people is likely cherry blossoms. Just walking through the town brightens your mood with colorful scenery; capturing cherry blossoms is the shortest route to savoring spring.
Photo by ryousuke_photography
ryousuke_photography
📷 SONY α7 IV
cizucu Editorial Team
April is also a month when new life sprouts. Head to a park with a bit of nature or a mountain to observe the trees. You can find faces there too, rejoicing in the arrival of April.
Photo by Yukihiro
Yukihiro
kyoto snap
📷 RICOH GR IIIx
cizucu Editorial Team
Tourists from around the world visit Japan to see the beautiful season. The bustling cityscape seems to symbolize the fleeting new season.
Photo by ymm
ymm
cizucu Editorial Team
March was likely a time of farewells. Facing a new semester and being in a different environment mixes fear and excitement. Consider the photo you can capture in this emotionally charged season.
Photo by littlekiss photography
littlekiss photography
Seafood chirashi sushi party with friends after a long time
cizucu Editorial Team
And to celebrate the new season, a feast is essential. You can go out for cherry blossom viewing or enjoy chirashi sushi even if it's not the Doll Festival. Capture the irreplaceable time of dining with your loved ones.
Contest Information
【Event Period】
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, to Wednesday, April 30, 2025
【Announcement of Winners】
Around Wednesday, May 14, 2025
【Rewards】
Free participation ticket for the 'photo poster project' hosted by cizucu (worth 6000 yen, 2 winners)
【How to Enter】
・Select the contest 'April Diary ‘25'
・Tap 'Agree to the terms and submit'
・Select the content to submit your work
【Judging Criteria】
(1) Thematic Relevance: Does it align with the stated mission?
(2) Subject Matter: What does the photo aim to convey, and does the photographer's intent come across?
(3) Expressiveness: Is there expressiveness in perspective, composition, balance, focus, color, etc.?
(4) Moment Capture: Does it capture the shutter chance and timing of the subject?
(5) Originality: Is there unique ingenuity in the shooting location, subject, etc.?
