Parks Garden Photo Contest 2026 at Namba Parks, Osaka

The "Parks Garden Photo Contest 2026" will be held at Namba Parks in Osaka's Naniwa Ward, starting on September 1, 2026. This contest invites participants to capture and submit their favorite photos of landscapes, plants, or people taken at Namba Parks and its garden via Instagram.

Photos related to "Namba Sea of Clouds" are also welcome

This year's contest is also accepting submissions of photos related to the "Namba Sea of Clouds" event, which begins in late August. Don't miss this chance to share your pictures of this mystical phenomenon. Attractive prizes await the winners.

How to Enter

Entries are accepted through Instagram. First, follow the official Parks Garden Instagram account, "@parksgardenofficial". Then, post your photo with the hashtag "#パークスガーデンフォトコンテスト2026" and mention "@parksgardenofficial". Winners will be contacted via direct message (DM) on Instagram.

Photo Walk Event

A "Photo Walk" event will also take place during the contest period, featuring photographer Fuuka Kamata as the instructor. Participants can stroll through the autumn Parks Garden while learning photography tips for flowers and plants. In particular, the opportunity to photograph the garden during the special "Sea of Clouds" phenomenon, which appears during the day, offers a unique chance to capture its mystical beauty. This event is open to everyone, from beginner photographers to those looking to explore new perspectives.

Event Details

• Event Name: Parks Garden Photo Contest 2026
• Venue: Namba Parks (2-10-70 Nambanaka, Naniwa-ku, Osaka)
• Period: September 1, 2026 (Tue) - November 8, 2026 (Sun)
• Entry Method: Photo submission on Instagram (requires specified hashtag, mention, and follow)
• Prizes: Attractive prizes (details on the official website)
• Participation Fee: Undetermined
• Reservations: Please check the official website for information on whether reservations are required for the Photo Walk.

Important Notes

• Prizes and points will be distributed at the Namba Parks 2nd-floor information center. Mail delivery is not available.
• Submitted photos may be featured on Namba Parks' website, official Instagram, and other promotional media.
• Event details are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.
• The right to win and prizes are non-transferable, non-exchangeable for cash, and non-modifiable.

Access

• Nearest Stations: Subway Namba Station, JR Namba Station, Subway Nippombashi Station
• Venue Address: 2-10-70 Nambanaka, Naniwa-ku, Osaka

For the latest event information and details about the Photo Walk, please refer to the official Namba Parks website and Instagram account.