The NPO Japan Nailist Association (Abbreviation: JNA, Location: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Sachiko Nakasone) will begin general voting from July 1, 2026 (Wed) to select candidates for the "Nail of the Year" award, which honors celebrities who deeply love nails and convey their wonderfulness. Voting will continue until July 31, 2026 (Fri). Scene from the 2025 "Nail of the Year" Awards Ceremony The "Nail of the Year" (formerly "Nail Queen") awards, which began in 1996, honor celebrities from various fields who deeply love nails and convey their wonderfulness, attracting much attention each year. This year, the 31st event, the awards ceremony is scheduled to be held at "Tokyo Nail Expo 2026" (Date: November 22, 2026 (Sun) & November 23, 2026 (Mon, Holiday) Venue: Tokyo Big Sight West Hall 1 & 2 + Atrium). Last year, based on the results of general voting and votes from professional nailists (JNA Certified Instructors), JNA Certified Schools, JNA Certified Nail Salons, Support Nail Salons, etc., Tomohiro Kamiyama (WEST.) was selected for the second consecutive year, along with Takashii Matsuo (Bullet Train Takashi), MOMOKA (HANA), Lily (Mitorizu), and Chieko Baisho (appeared via VTR at the awards ceremony). Additionally, Akiko Shandong received a special award, and the awards ceremony was held. This year again, your passionate votes will determine the 2026 "Nail of the Year," and the awards ceremony will be held at the "Tokyo Nail Expo 2026" venue. Furthermore, 50 lucky voters will receive wonderful prizes. Due to popular demand, the number of winners has been significantly increased from last year's 10. We have prepared luxurious prizes including "Special Reserved Seating for the Nail of the Year Awards Ceremony (for two)," "Nail Treatment Voucher by a Top Nailist," and "Nail Goods such as Mag Gel and Color Gels (worth approximately \10,000)." Please nominate the person you believe has "conveyed the wonderfulness of nails the most this year." About Nai