Sightron Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President: Akira Watanabe) is pleased to announce the 6th Sightron Japan Astrophotography Contest 2026, in cooperation with Monthly Astronomy Guide (Seibundo Shinkosha Co., Ltd.). We are broadly seeking entries for two categories: "Celestial Photography" and "Starry Landscape Photography" from July 3, 2026, to September 15, 2026. Winners will receive luxurious prizes. We encourage everyone to participate. ■ Contest Overview "Sightron Japan Astrophotography Contest 2026" Application Period: July 3, 2026 (Fri) - September 15, 2026 (Tue) Application Theme: We are seeking works with stars and celestial objects as the main theme. Announcement of Winning Works: Scheduled for early November 2026 * The announcement schedule may be subject to change due to judging or other circumstances. Application Page: https://www.sightron.co.jp/photocon.html 〇 Judges - Shigemi Numazawa (Astrophotographer, Illustrator) - Akira Watanabe (President, Sightron Japan Co., Ltd.) - Kohei Watanabe (Schmitt, Sightron Japan Co., Ltd.) ■ Prizes and Awards *1: Special award selected by Mr. Shigemi Numazawa. *2: Special award selected from works photographed using products from SIGHTRON JAPAN or brands for which the company serves as an agent. *3: Special award selected from works by applicants aged 29 and under. Applicants born on or after July 3, 1997, are eligible. *4: Prizes for each award can be selected from the products listed under "Eligible Brands" below. Eligible Brands SIGHTRON SIGHTRON JAPAN Sky-Watcher ACUTER OPTICS Player One NAKOH LAOWA KamLan SHARPSTAR Askar Vaonis 〇 For contest details, please visit the application page below. https://www.sightron.co.jp/photocon.html Organizer: Sightron Japan Co., Ltd. Cooperation: Monthly Astronomy Guide ■ Contact Information "Sightron Japan Astrophotography Contest 2026" Secretariat (within Monthly Astronomy Guide) TEL: 080-1961-6451 Email: sightronjapanphotocontest@seibundo.com Inquiries r