Mitsubishi Pencil Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; President: Shigehiko Kahara) will hold the 5th Art Contest with the General Incorporated Association for the Promotion of Independence of Persons with Disabilities (Location: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Akihiro Matsunaga, hereinafter "Paralymart"), with whom we have an official partner agreement. Mitsubishi Pencil Co., Ltd. is sponsoring us as a Gold Partner. As with the previous four contests, the theme will be "Individuality," and participants will express their own concept of individuality through flat artwork and explanatory text. The method of expression is free within the scope of the application guidelines, and we hope to gather creative works born from diverse perspectives. Mitsubishi Pencil aims to be "the world's best company for innovation in expression" that unleashes the individuality and creativity of all people worldwide. We want to transform differences such as gender, culture, disability, and innate human variations into possibilities, creating rich expressions and new connections. Based on this philosophy, we will not only engage in business activities but also support the expression experiences of all people through "writing and drawing," contributing to the realization of a free and borderless society colored by each individual's "uniqueness." This initiative began in 2022 as one of our activities to provide opportunities for expression. [Art Contest Overview] ◆ Art Contest Theme Expressing "Individuality" Please express your own "individuality" through art. ◆ Eligibility - Individuals who are registered as artists with Paralymart or meet the conditions for registration. * Artist registration with Paralymart is optional. - Those who have read and agreed to the application terms and conditions. * There are no restrictions on age, experience as an artist, etc. * Anyone with a disability can apply. ◆ Artwork Submission Format - Flat artwork sized A4 or larger, but A3 or sm