<< HAWAII Regional Round 2026>>
Competition May 31st (Tue) 2026 @Orvis Auditorium UH
Application deadline May 5th, 2026
The exact times have not yet been decided, but we wanted to inform you of the dates for now. Starting this year, you can also participate as an ensemble. We look forward to your participation!
About Competition
The OSAKA International Music Competition is a renowned,
world class competition which began in the year 2000.
With no limit to the contestants’ age,
this competition is open to all participants,
and welcomes ethnic instruments and a range of levels,
including an amateur division.
Competition Categories
Section 1
Piano, Vocal Music, Strings, Winds
The OSAKA International Music Competition is known for its prestigious level, often compared to many world class competitions in Europe and Asia. Competitors include participants from Europe, United States, and Asia.
Section 2
Early Music (Solo and Ensemble for Harpsichord, Period Instruments etc.), Two Pianos, Piano Four Hands, Duo, Ensemble, Folk Instruments
Folk music category. Please directly let us know if you have any questions about requirements or concerns about repertoire. Our main goal is to have our participants have a chance to perform their music!
Section 3
Youth, Amateurs
This category is for students who are passionate about music, but for those who do not regularly compete in local, national, and international competitions. Although the standard is still high, its purpose is not to find and gather top class musicians, but to encourage those who are working on their craft.
Application fee
Application deadline May 5th
Additional fee for late application between May 6th and May 13th is $25.
General application fee is $150+$25(Late Fee).
if you are playing piece(s) from Suzuki Book1, or Equivalent level,fee is $80+$25(Late Fee).
Competition Schedule
Hawaii Regional Round >>
May 31th (Tue), 2025 Strings
Piano University of Hawaii at Manoa, Orvis Auditorium (HAWAII)
Hawaii Winner Concert >>
2026
University of Hawaii at Manoa, Orvis Auditorium (HAWAII)
Final Round & Grand Final =Gala Concert >>
2026
Osaka, Japan
The exact times have not yet been decided, but we wanted to inform you of the dates for now. Starting this year, you can also participate as an ensemble. We look forward to your participation!
From “The 25th OSAKA International Music Competition Grand Final Gala Concert” 
From “The 25th OSAKA International Music Competition Grand Final Gala Concert” 
From “The 25th OSAKA International Music Competition Grand Final Gala Concert” 
From “The 25th OSAKA International Music Competition Grand Final Gala Concert” 
From “The 25th OSAKA International Music Competition Grand Final Gala Concert” 
From “The 25th OSAKA International Music Competition Grand Final Gala Concert” From “The 25th OSAKA International Music Competition Grand Final Gala Concert” 
From “The 25th OSAKA International Music Competition Grand Final Gala Concert” 
From “The 25th OSAKA International Music Competition Grand Final Gala Concert” 
From “The 25th OSAKA International Music Competition Grand Final Gala Concert” 
From “The 25th OSAKA International Music Competition Grand Final Gala Concert” 
From “The 25th OSAKA International Music Competition Grand Final Gala Concert” 
