[Friday, 5/1] How to Write Essays? Asking Honoka Nagase: "How to Write Essays That Turn Daily Life into a 'Work of Art'" (Interviewer: Yuki Ishikawa)
Archive video now available!
What does it take to turn daily life into a work of art that people want to read?
Many people find that while they can write daily journals, it becomes difficult when they try to turn them into essays.
On Friday, May 1st, we will hold a talk event titled "How to Write Essays That Turn Daily Life into a 'Work of Art'".
Our guest will be Honoka Nagase, who is popular for her essays that chronicle her daily life with those around her, filled with humor. The interviewer will be writer and essayist Yuki Ishikawa, who has written over 1,000 note articles herself and continues to share tips on building a writing habit.
The real journey from posting diary entries and essays to getting published, and the secrets to chronicling daily life as an essay will be explored in depth through an interview format.
After the talk event, we will provide time for attendees at the venue to interact with the two guests and other participating creators. We also plan to hold a book sale and autograph session for Honoka Nagase. We look forward to your participation!
▼ Recommended for people like this
・Creative Awards 2026 (Essay Category) those planning to apply
・ Those who want to know tips for finishing their daily life as an essay
・ Those who want to hear about the real journey to getting published
・ Those who want to peek behind the scenes of Honoka Nagase's creative process
・ Those interested in Yuki Ishikawa's perspective and writing tips
Event Overview
[Date]
Friday, May 1, 2026, 19:00–20:30
(Doors open/Reception starts at 18:30)
[Venue]
・ In-person: A location in Tokyo (details will be provided separately to participants)
・ Online: Live streaming on YouTube
[Program (Tentative)]
18:30– Doors open/Reception starts
19:00– Part 1: Talk Session (Streamed)
20:00– Part 2: Honoka Nagase book sale/autograph session, participant networking time (In-person attendees only)
Around 20:30 Closing
[Application Deadline]Thursday, April 23, 2026, 23:59
*A lottery will be held if there are many applicants
*Online streaming is available to an unlimited number of participants
[Archive]
The event will be made available as an archive on YouTube.
[Participation Fee]
Free
How to Participate
If you are watching via online streaming
You can watch the online stream without signing up.
On the day, it will be streamed on YouTube.
If you wish to attend in person *Applications for in-person attendance are now closed as the venue is full
Please click "Apply for Event" and fill out the required information in the form.
After the lottery, we will send the venue address and details to the participants.
(Notes)
・ Doors are scheduled to open at 18:30.
・ Application is required for in-person viewing. (Free)
・ Admission will be refused to those who have not received a confirmation email.
Speaker Profile
Honoka Nagase
Born in Hokkaido in 1988. Resides in Tokyo. 'My Husband the Paleontologist' won the Futabasha Award in the Essay Category at the note-sponsored Creative Awards 2024. Her first book, 'Things Worth Writing About', which includes popular note articles starting with the award-winning piece and serialized essays from the Futabasha literary website 'COLORFUL,' was published in November 2025. A reprint was decided just one month after release, and it is currently in its 5th printing.
note: https://note.com/nghngh X: https://x.com/nagase_h
Yuki Ishikawa
Became a freelance writer after working at the web media 'Shin R25.' Primarily writes interviews and columns. Her book 'A Writing Magazine That Makes You Love 'Writing'', which was born from her serialized column on note, has sold over 50,000 copies. Other books include 'Living as My Clumsy Self', 'The Habit of Listening', 'ADHD Office Worker Becomes a Freelancer', 'Relaxed Time Management', and more. Loves saunas, manga, and Hello! Project. note:
https://note.com/milkprincess17 X: https://x.com/milkprincess17
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About the Creative Awards 2026
This is one of Japan's largest creative contests, covering works in all genres. There are 12 categories in total, and in 2026, 34 media outlets will participate in the selection process, aiming for book adaptations, serialization, and video adaptations across each medium. Applications will be accepted from April 8, 2026 (Wed) to July 8, 2026 (Wed).
For detailed application requirements, please see the special website which will be released on 4/8.
