Hokudai Senryu Contest 2025

The Integrated URA Office, in collaboration with the Institute for the Advancement of Sustainability, holds the “Hokkaido University Senryu Contest 2025” to promote communication across the university community.

Theme: Hokkaido University and I — My Impact Moment —
Entries are now open for the Senryu Contest under the theme of “Hokkaido University and I — My Impact Moment — ”

Hokudai ranked No. 1 in Japan in THE Impact Rankings for Six Consecutive Years !
In celebration of this achievement, the theme this time is IMPACT!
From the everyday moments that make Hokudai special to the proud achievements that leave a lasting impact. We invite you to share your unique Senryu!

What is Senryu?
Senryu is a form of Japanese short poetry that consists of three lines with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern.
Senryu often explores human nature, emotions, and everyday life with a humorous or satirical tone.
If your preferred language is other than Japanese:
We welcome your entries in the form of very short poetry of three lines in any of your preferred language.

How to Submit Your Senryu

Entry Deadline: Friday, November 21, 2025
【Deadline Extended!!】Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Who is eligible: Anyone affiliated with Hokkaido University
How to apply: Please follow the link provided below*
https://u4u.oeic.hokudai.ac.jp/en/13243/ *On-campus network only

Announcement of Winning Entries

In January 2026, excellent pieces will be shown on our website and special awards will be given to particularly outstanding ones.
See the contest details on the flyer.
・Winning Entries 2024

●【Inquiries】Hokudai Senryu Committee 2025
・Contact: Fujita, Horiuchi, Ohe
・Email：hu_senryu[at]oeic.hokudai.ac.jp