Tell us about the times you lose track of time! We are calling for submissions for our theme project, "#WhenIGetAbsorbed."
Losing track of time and becoming completely absorbed in something. Have you ever had an experience like that?
For example, the moment you stare intently at the movements of your favorite artist or athlete, begrudging even a blink. The time you spend waiting in silence for a rare bird you've been hoping to see to appear. Isn't there a deep, quiet enthusiasm there, as if only you and the subject exist?
This time, with the sponsorship of Nikon Vision, we are calling for posts on the theme of "#WhenIGetAbsorbed," where you share the times you lose track of time or the feelings that arise while pursuing what you love—experiences that move your heart.
Why not put into words that pure curiosity of wanting to see more or know more, and the heart-shaking experiences that lie beyond? Please take this opportunity to post your episode.
In addition to columns, essays, and photos, the format can be anything, including manga or illustrations.Please be sure to post with the hashtag "#WhenIGetAbsorbed" attached.
Reference Works
In conjunction with this theme project, Mai Mushiake has created a reference work for us.
Mai Mushiake
Editor and essayist. Born in Kyoto Prefecture. After graduating from Waseda University and working at The Asahi Shimbun, she became independent and has been involved in editing, planning, and essay writing as a freelancer. She loves the Yakult Swallows' come-from-behind victories. Traveling is her life's work.
Submission Overview
■ Submission Period: February 27, 2026 (Fri) 11:00 AM to March 29, 2026 (Sun) 11:59 PM
■ Prize: 5 people will be selected by lottery to receive an Amazon Gift Card worth 10,000 yen each.
※ Winners will be notified by the note management office.
How to Apply
(1) Create a note account or log in.
(2) Follow the official Nikon Vision note account.
(3) Post an article with the hashtag "#WhenIGetAbsorbed".
・Please publish your entry for "free".
・You can also enter by adding the project hashtag to an article you posted in the past.
・You may submit multiple works.
Message from the Sponsor
We received a comment from the person in charge at Nikon Vision regarding this theme project.
We have encountered many "I want to see more" feelings so far. The movement of the heart that comes from being moved—the "I want to know more" or "I want to see more"—is the same for both children and adults. Small discoveries and surprises shake the heart, and those feelings spread into new interests and curiosity—we are posting on note because we want to deliver that chain of excitement.
Please share your experiences where your world opened up. We would be happy if we could create a chain of excitement where hearts keep moving together.
Regarding the Use of Submitted Content
Submitted content may be introduced on Nikon Vision's note, official website, or official social media.
It may also be introduced on note's official X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, etc.
We look forward to your submissions!
<Notes on Application>
■ About Submitted Works
・The copyright of the submitted work belongs to the creator.
・Please post content that complies with copyright law. Please check "Copyright concepts that support creation".
・Please refrain from posting works that have won other contests held by note or other companies, or works similar to them.
・The note management team may remove hashtags from articles that are unrelated to the submission content.
■ About Lottery and Winner Announcement
・We cannot respond to inquiries regarding the lottery method.
・If the winning work or the creator themselves violates the Terms of Service, the win will be canceled even after the lottery.
・Winners will be notified via email.
・To send the Amazon Gift Card prize, the management office will verify your identity. If we cannot verify it, your eligibility to win will be canceled.
・The receipt of the prize is completed by sending the Amazon Gift Card to the winner's email address after identity verification is complete.
・The handling of personal information will follow our Privacy Policy.
・The Amazon Gift Card provided as a prize can be used for purchases on the Japanese Amazon page. For details, please refer to the Amazon Gift Card Terms and Conditions.