(Participants : up to 30 )

• Purpose: To assess the contestant’s creativity and originality in presenting a unique kimono or costume with a strong concept.

• Eligibility: Anyone wearing original kimono or costume.

• Can be self-made or bought but higher points are for self-made.

※Cosplay should be related with kimono themd costume.

• Criteria

  1. Originality of Outfit Innovative or self-styled kimono or costume design

  2. Theme or Concept Clarity and strength of the intended theme or message

  3. Creativity in Styling Unconventional pairing, layering, or custom modifications

  4. Visual Impact Striking appearance and bold presentation

  5. Character or Persona Embodiment of a character, story, or cultural symbol

• What to do: Cat walk and introduction speech with your original kimono on the stage

• Time: 1:10 pm~1:40 pm

★Participants should come to the Kimono Reception Desk at 12:40 pm

★Winners must participate in the final competition.The top 5 contestants from Round 1 and Round 2 (10 in total) will compete in the final.