Call for Participants: "Momiji – Japanese Autumn in Estonia 2026"

The Embassy of Japan in Estonia, in collaboration with the Japanese Cultural Society in Estonia (Jaapani Kultuuri Koda), will host "Momiji – Japanese Autumn in Estonia 2026", a series of Japan-related events from September to November 2026. This initiative aims to widely showcase the rich, modern, and diverse appeal of Japanese culture in Estonia, providing opportunities to experience Japanese artistry, spirit, and creativity, thereby deepening mutual understanding and friendship between our two nations.

🍁 The much-anticipated second edition is here!

Now entering its second year, Momiji is set to become a beloved autumn tradition in Estonia. The series offers a rich array of experiences befitting the season — art, sports, and culinary delights — bringing to life the depth of Japanese sensibility, artistic expression, and spirit.

🍁 A great success: Looking back on Momiji 2025

The inaugural edition, Momiji 2025, featured a diverse range of events across Estonia — including Japanese Culture Day, a Japanese Film Festival, a school visit program at local high schools, Japanese martial arts competitions, concerts, a bookstore collaboration event, and the "Tokumaru Japanese Market," which welcomed a large number of visitors — generating an enthusiastic response from audiences throughout the country.

For details on last year's events, please visit:
https://www.ee.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/Momiji2025.html

Building on the success of Momiji 2025, we are now inviting organizations, municipalities, and individuals throughout Estonia to submit their Japan-related events for inclusion in this year's program. By bringing together events from across the country under the "Momiji 2026" umbrella and promoting them collectively, we hope to reach even more people and share the magic of Japanese culture.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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Overview of the Call

1. Event Title:
Momiji – Japanese Autumn in Estonia 2026 ～Let's enjoy Japanese culture, sports, art, food…and more!～

2. Period:
Tue, September 1 – Mon, November 30, 2026

3. Location:
Throughout Estonia

4. Target Events:
- "Japanese Culture Day" hosted by the Japanese Cultural Society in Estonia (Jaapani Kultuuri Koda) (scheduled for early November)
- Any other Japan-related events are welcome! (e.g., martial arts demonstrations, tea ceremonies, exhibitions, concerts, anime and pop culture events, Japanese food workshops, Japanese literature events, and more)

5. Participation Requirements:
Events must meet all three of the following conditions:

- The content must introduce Japanese culture and its various aspects, such as traditional culture, modern pop culture, art, food, workshops, etc.
- The event must be held between September 1 and November 30, 2026.
- The event must take place in Estonia.

6. Benefits of Participation (Promotional Support):
Your event will be introduced as part of the official "Momiji" program and promoted through the official social media channels (Facebook and Instagram) of both the Embassy of Japan in Estonia and the Japanese Cultural Society in Estonia (Jaapani Kultuuri Koda), with coverage both before and after your event.

7. Code of Conduct:
Please refer to the following link for the code of conduct:
https://www.ee.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/CodeofConduct.html

8. How to Apply:
Organizations and individuals wishing to participate should complete and submit the Google Form below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1wkXvgXkOI5HrYkZdJ0DinfV3DBAI4Y0l7oi6x3be_wo/edit



9. Contact Information:
For any questions regarding this call, please contact the Information and Culture Section of the Embassy of Japan in Estonia.
Email: culture@ti.mofa.go.jp

We can’t wait to see your applications!