
Cover photo by k_kanzawa
The cizucu community regularly hosts global online photo contests that anyone can participate in. These contests range from those organized by cizucu to collaborations with brands, featuring a wide variety of themes. The goal is to inspire individual creativity and enable rich, free expression.
The ongoing contests are ‘June Diary '25,’ ‘Catch the Flow,’ ‘Moments of Beginning,’ and ‘Sunlit Days.’
This time, we’ll introduce selected submissions and contest details from each ongoing contest.
June Diary '25
Theme: June Diary
Submission Deadline: Monday, June 30, 2025

Photo by danceforallthepain
danceforallthepain
cizucu Editorial Team
A natural yet mysterious and captivating shot. On a day in June, what conversations were had, what thoughts were shared, and what led to this moment being captured? The quiet lingering impression stirs the imagination and remains in the heart.
Catch the Flow
Theme: Dynamic Scenes
Submission Deadline: Sunday, July 6, 2025

Photo by k_kanzawa
k_kanzawa
📷 CANON EOS R6
cizucu Editorial Team
What lies ahead of that sharp gaze? The water spray rising as it slices through the calm surface and the dynamic movement of the wings bring life and vibrancy to this scene. A work where strength and serenity coexist.
Moments of Beginning
Theme: Moments of Beginning
Submission Deadline: Sunday, July 13, 2025

Photo by junioraphy
junioraphy
Beginning of the Journey
cizucu Editorial Team
The sky seen through the airplane window offers a dreamy gradient that makes you forget reality. It conveys the anticipation and excitement of a journey about to begin. A moment that captures the beauty of the sky and invites you to immerse yourself in it.
Sunlit Days
Theme: Early Summer
Submission Deadline: Sunday, July 20, 2025

Photo by kou
kou
Flow of the River
📷 NIKON D80
cizucu Editorial Team
The river sparkles brightly under the dazzling sunlight. The clear flow of water seems to carry the scents and sounds of summer. Just gazing at it brings a refreshing sense of coolness amidst the heat.