35th Annual Chubu Walkathon T-Shirt Design
March 26, 2026
Thank you to all the NIS students who submitted designs! Deciding wasn't easy as there were so many excellent works of art!
And the winner is....!
Designer: Shin, NIS Gr. 9 student
In Shin's own words...
The inspiration for this design originates from the connection between the Walkathon and the place where the event is going to take place, Meijo Park.
Celebrating its 35th anniversary, I wanted to include the idea of many years passing by, showing the community coming together. I incorporated footprints to represent the steps taken by participants over the years. Footprints symbolize the journey and memories that participants mark during the event, and by resembling it to the form of "shachihoko", a symbol deeply linked to the area's cultural identity, it conveys the themes of movement and unity. Each footprint stands for one person; however, together the design forms a powerful image that aligns with the slogan, "Countless Steps, One Community".
Watching people actually wear these t-shirts will be inspiring. The way the footprints come together to create the shachihoko isn't just a design; it would reflect exactly what happens at the event: everyone coming together, step by step, side by side. Witnessing everyone walk through the park in these shirts won't just be looking at art on fabric. The whole community becomes a living version of the design. It’s something to feel proud of, to feel part of, and it’s exciting to know that the design captures the energy and unity behind this event.
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