Call for Artists: 21st Annual Shikishi Exhibition Returns in 2026
After an eight-year pause, JACCC is proudly reviving one of its most cherished New Year traditions: the 21st Annual New Year Shikishi Exhibition, on view January 10-24, 2026 at the George J. Doizaki Gallery, alongside the 9th Annual Cultural Ikebana Exhibition (January 10-11, 2026).
For over two decades, the Shikishi Exhibition has welcomed artists of all ages to express their hopes for the year ahead through hand-crafted shikishi boards , a vibrant celebration of Japanese and Japanese American New Year traditions. After going on hiatus in 2018, we are honored to carry this legacy forward once again.
This year’s exhibition rekindles that spirit of renewal, reflection, and community connection. Whether you are a returning participant or discovering shikishi art for the first time, we invite you to join us in celebrating the new year through creativity and cultural expression.
For inquiries about the exhibition, please contact JACCC Curatorial Manager, Julie Zhu, at lzhu@jaccc.org.
Submission Guidelines
Key Dates
Submission Deadline: Monday, December 29, 2025
Pick-Up Dates (to Retrieve Artwork): January 28 - February 13, 2026
Artwork Guidelines
Use a standard 9-1/2" x 10-3/4" shikishi board, and write your full name clearly on the back or front corner. Any medium is welcome, 2D or 3D, as long as it can be safely hung on the wall. Artists may use ink, watercolor, calligraphy, markers, sumi, mixed media, 3D assemblage, or photography.
If it fits on a shikishi board and can be displayed on the wall, we encourage you to explore and experiment. Shikishi boards are available at local art stores or for purchase at JACCC's Front Desk for $5 (cash only) starting December 1, 2025.
All artwork must be suitable for a family-friendly exhibition. Submissions may not include:
• Violent or graphic imagery
• Obscene or pornographic content
• Illegal, non-compliant, or rights-infringing material
• Any imagery inappropriate for minors
JACCC reserves the right to review and decline works that do not meet these guidelines. JACCC is not liable for damage to artwork during the exhibition.
Artwork Drop-Off & Mailing
Submit your artwork by dropping it off at the JACCC Front Desk, located inside the lobby of our 5-story Office Tower (Attn: Cristine Ayran), or mail it to: JACCC, 244 S. San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.