A space where yet-unseen expressions come together.
We are launching a new showcase dedicated to the next generation.
As part of the internationally renowned photography festival KYOTOGRAPHIE, the KYOTOGRAPHIE PHOTOBOOK FAIR brings together publishers, collectors, and photography professionals from around the world.
Within the fair venue at ROHM Theatre Kyoto, Park Plaza 3F, we are introducing a special exhibition area titled PHOTO ZINE SHOWCASE, dedicated to emerging artists.
This project is more than a simple display of works.
It is an open showcase where your pure expression and ideas can be presented directly to a diverse audience—professional editors, photographers, curators, publishers, and visitors from around the world.
If you are someone who feels:
“I want to shape what is inside me and bring it into the world.”
“I want to see how my work resonates with a wider audience.”
“I want to present a free and independent publication unconstrained by conventions.”
We warmly welcome submissions from artists who share this spirit.

Application Guidelines
What you can experience through this project
Encounter diverse perspectives
Present your work directly to an audience that includes international publishers, photography professionals, and engaged visitors. This is a valuable opportunity to receive diverse responses, including professional perspectives.
Expand your network
Through a profile displayed next to your work (via QR code), visitors will be able to access your online shop, portfolio, or social media. This can lead to new connections that continue beyond the exhibition.



Eligibility
Students, emerging photographers, or creators pursuing their own visual expression.
There is no strict age limit; however, applicants should understand that this project aims to support next-generation creators.
Applicants must be able to ship their work and submit required materials according to the specified schedule.


Participation Fee
Free

Participants are responsible only for the round-trip shipping costs of their work.

Exhibition Format and Requirements

Exhibited item
One photo ZINE (display copy)

Genre
ZINE-based work centered on photography (works must not violate public decency standards).

Eligibility of works
Self-published or independently produced books that are not widely distributed through commercial bookstores.

Application form:
https://forms.gle/GzzpZz53qALDcLueA 

Event Information

Event name
KYOTOGRAPHIE PHOTOBOOK FAIR

Venue
ROHM Theatre Kyoto, Park Plaza 3F

Dates
May 9 (Sat) – May 10 (Sun), 2026Admission

Free
Contactze
The ZINE must fit within a Japan Post Letter Pack Plus or Letter Pack Light envelope.



Disclaimer
Exhibited ZINEs will be freely browsed by visitors.
In the event of damage, soiling, or loss during the exhibition period, the organizers cannot take responsibility.
Please refrain from submitting irreplaceable originals or extremely fragile book constructions.


Return of Works
Applicants must include a pre-addressed return Letter Pack envelope with their submission.

Please note that if a return envelope is not included, the work may not be returned.


Sales
Direct sales involving monetary transactions at the venue will not be conducted.
Visitors will instead be directed to your online shop, portfolio, or other platforms via a QR code displayed next to your work.


Schedule
Entry period
March 9 (Mon) – April 20 (Mon), 2026, 23:59 (JST)
Deadline for work arrival
April 20, 2026 (must arrive by this date)
Selection results
Mid-April 2026
If the number of applications exceeds capacity, selections will be made by the organizers.
Exhibition dates
May 9 (Sat) – May 10 (Sun), 2026



Application Form
Please complete your profile and submit your entry through the link below.
[email protected]