In 2023 CLAIR announced the much-anticipated comeback of the JET Video Contest, marking its revival after a hiatus of seven years. This time, both JET Programme Alumni and current participants were invited to craft their own short videos, centered around the three specified themes below.
| 一期 一会 (Ichigo Ichie) |
一生 懸命 (Isshōkenmei) |
花鳥 風月 (Kachōfūgetsu) |
| ‘Once-in-a-lifetime chance’ | ‘Trying as hard as one can’ | ‘The beauties of nature’ |
With over 200 incredible entries, a panel of professional judges selected the top 13 videos. Check out the winning videos below!
Grand Prizes
The Four Seasons of Tohoku
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Taste of Japan
A New Kind of Awareness –
新たなる気づき
新たなる気づき
Awards of Excellence
On Miyako, In Nature
300 yen for a once in a lifetime opportunity.
Sakura X Poui: A Book Inspired by Cherry Blossoms
Hiking the Kumano Kodo
A Story
Colors of Kochi | 高知の色
Special Acknowledgement Awards
Tashirojima Cat Island Tier List
The Power of Isshokenmei: Lessons from Nagaoka
Abare: Light & Delirium
Most Liked Award
Higashiagatsuma: glad I came
To all creators whose videos did not make it through the final screening process, we at CLAIR deeply appreciate the time and effort you dedicated to your creations. We want to express our sincere gratitude for your continued appreciation of Japan and support for the JET Programme community. The dedication and collaboration of the JET community are invaluable in facilitating opportunities such as this, and we hope we can continue to rely on your support in the future.
All submitted videos can be viewed from the link below.
