Announcement on the Extension of the Submission Deadline for the Japanese Singing Contest for Students

Tuesday, 11/11/2025 08:52
To provide contestants with more time to prepare and refine their performances, as well as to broaden participation opportunities for students nationwide who share a passion for the Japanese language, the Organizing Committee of the Japanese Singing Contest for Students “学生向け日本語歌唱コンテスト” would like to officially announce:
The submission deadline is extended to the end of November 27, 2025 (Thursday).
Any submissions received after this deadline will not be considered valid.
The Japanese Singing Contest for Students “学生向け日本語歌唱コンテスト” is organized by the Interdisciplinary Institute for Culture, Language and Education Fostering (CLEF) in collaboration with the University of Languages and International Studies, Vietnam National University, Hanoi. The contest is supported by various universities, research institutes, educational organizations, and enterprises across Vietnam. It serves as an artistic and linguistic platform for students who love the Japanese language, aiming to spread appreciation for Japanese music and culture.
After the preliminary round concludes, 15 outstanding performances will be selected for the Final Round. The online voting for the “Audience Choice Award” will also open from December 1 to December 10, 2025.
The Final Round and Award Ceremony are scheduled to take place on December 13, 2025, at Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

Submission Guidelines

  • Contestants should send their video entries to: info@clef.vn
  • New deadline: until the end of November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
The Organizing Committee looks forward to receiving continued enthusiasm, creativity, and passionate participation from students across the country.
Let your voices shine and help spread the love for the Japanese language and culture through the Japanese Singing Contest for Students 学生向け日本語歌唱コンテスト.
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