12th Osaka International Chamber Music Competition & Festa

Operated in accordance with the standards of the World Federation of International Music Competitions, the Osaka Int’l Chamber Music Competition has become a globally recognized platform for young musicians to launch their careers.
The Osaka Int'l Chamber Music Festa is open to ensembles of two to six players, with any combination of instruments and no age limitation. In addition to classical music, the Festa also welcomes traditional or ethnic music from around the world.

*** Competition ***
Section Ⅰ: String Quartet / Section Ⅱ: Piano Trio or Piano Quartet
The competition is open to ensembles of all nationality whose members were born on or after May 18th, 1990.

1st Prize: 2,500,000 yen
Jury Chair: Monika HENSCHEL

Deadline: October 12th, 2025
Dates: May 17th - 24th, 2026

*** Festa ***
For all acoustic ensembles consisting of 2-6 instrumentalists
No age limitation
Voted by Audience Jury

Menuhin Gold Prize: 1,000,000 yen

Deadline: October 12th, 2025
Dates: