The governments of Japan and the Philippines have officially unveiled the commemorative logo for the 2026 Philippines–Japan Friendship Year, which marks the 70th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between the two nations. The milestone year will be celebrated under the theme “Weaving the Future Together: Peace, Prosperity, Possibilities.”
The winning design was selected through a public submission process jointly organized by both governments.
Winning Artist
Mr. Edmon Fuerte
Baguio City, Philippines
Logo Concept
The logo features intertwined ropes inspired by Japan’s Shimenawa and the Philippines’ Abaca (Manila hemp) — symbolizing the enduring and ever-strengthening ties between the two countries. The design also incorporates key national symbols:
colors of both national flags;
the sun element from the Japanese flag;
the three stars and the sun from the Philippine flag.
Together, these elements visually represent unity, shared aspirations, and the deep-rooted friendship between Japan and the Philippines.
Supplementary Prize
As part of the recognition, the winning artist will receive a round-trip business class ticket between Manila and Tokyo (Haneda), courtesy of Japan Airlines (JAL).
The selected logo will serve as the official emblem of the 2026 Philippines–Japan Friendship Year and will be featured across all commemorative activities and publications throughout the year.
For updates on upcoming events related to the celebration, please visit the official information page.