The 11th annual Japan Media Arts Festival is now open for international entries. This year the festival is launching an “Open Form,” where the public can recommend works that they believe deserve recognition. Other traditional categories include the broad subjects of “art (which includes Web works), entertainment (which also includes Web works), animation, and manga.”

One Grand Prize, four Prizes for Excellence and one Encouragement Prize are Awarded in recognition of works of outstanding artistry and creativity in each division. Based on the recommendations of the Jury, Special Achievement Prizes may also be presented to artists who have made significant contributions to the field of media arts.

Open Form’s submission deadline is 31 August, and traditional category deadline is 5 October. Visit the site to learn more.

Via: Frames Per Second