Format of each page must be 8.5” x 11” A4/ Letter and on separate pages. Do not bend, fold, mount or illuminate the papers. The name of the applicant should be printed and written in pencil lightly on the bottom right corner on the back of each page. The application materials should be completed as listed below:

• 1 page for the silhouette - illustration: the illustration should show the entire outfit, including plans and details.

• 1 page for the silhouette - workshop/ technical drawing of the design.

• 1 page for the fabric and material swatches (no photocopies).

• 1 page for the developed concept/ visual atmosphere/ mood board.

• 1 page for the written concept with an English title.

• 1 resume/ CV of the applicant.

• 1 recent photo ID (photocopy) for 2023-2024 of the applicant.

  *Government-issued ID, such as a driver's license or passport, or another form of identification that includes a photo of the applicant. The photo ID must be current and valid for the year in which the competition or event is taking place.

• Create a 30-second self-introduction video in which you state who you are, your passion for the fashion design industry, and what makes you unique in the field, as well as how nature inspires you and your designs. Once completed, please email your video to info@artoforigamicostume.com.

• To complete your submission, please print and sign the Submission Consent Form, include the completed forms of your design work.

All interested applicants are required to submit their applications for "Hakone Nature's Insight 2024" by mail to the following address, marking "Hakone Nature's Insight 2024" on the envelope:

Hakone Estates and Garden

21000 Big Basin Way, Saratoga,

CA 95070