JKFW 2026 Japan Kids Fashion Week

About This Program

## JKFW 2026 深海 DeepOcean — Japan Kids Fashion Week **Japan's largest kids fashion and model event**, held annually since 2021. In 2026, under the theme **"Deep Ocean (深海)"**, the event takes place on Awaji Island, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. ### Event Overview | Item | Details | |------|---------| | Event Name | JKFW 2026 深海DeepOcean | | Organizer | Japan Kids Association (一般社団法人 日本キッズ協会) | | Dates | August 5 (Wed) – August 9 (Sun), 2026 | | Venues | Awaji Yumebutai International Conference Center + NATUREVERSE (Zenbo Seinei) | | Eligibility | Born 2007–2015 (REAL ME) / Any age (VIRTUAL BEING) | | Countries | Japan + 15+ international partners | ### Key Features A stage committed to **fair and equal evaluation** — regardless of agency size or background, every participant has the same opportunity to shine. - **FRIENDSHIP** — Build cross-cultural friendships with peers from around the world. - **UNIQUE** — Discover each child's individual light and let it shine on stage. - **FUTURE** — Open the door to a future beyond the runway. - **FAMILY** — Unforgettable memories created together by parents and children. ### 2026 Theme: Deep Ocean × NATUREVERSE The 2026 theme is **Deep Ocean** — hatching the future self from the source of life. Experience a world where reality and virtual space merge. - **Special Stage** — Zenbo Seinei: ZEN retreat in Awaji Island's nature - **Main Stage** — Awaji Yumebutai International Conference Center (designed by Tadao Ando) ### Participation Package (Overseas Agencies — All-Inclusive) | Item | Details | |------|---------| | Duration | 4 nights / 5 days (Aug 5–9) | | Hotels | Grand Nikko Awaji (2 nights) + Fairfield by Marriott (2 nights) | | Transport | Round-trip shuttle bus included | | Training | Online prep + 2-day intensive offline training + Audition coaching | | Services | Professional makeup & styling, portfolio shoot, personal video, e-model card | | Official Items | Activity T-shirt/theme costume, official backpack, JKFW certificate | ### Track Record - **3,600+ total entries**, 89,000+ total views, 300+ performers, 15+ international partnerships - 2024 Grand Prix MIKO: KCON JAPAN appearance / Korea SKRW advancement - Past winners have advanced to stages in Paris, Hong Kong, Canada, and Korea ### Inquiries & Entry Official site: [https://jkfw2026.com](https://jkfw2026.com)