Computer_Poetry_TOKYO

"DIGITAL SPRINGBOARD" project will utilize TOKYO NODE's digital signage to exhibit video works by digital artists throughout the city. The exhibited videos will be selected through an open call with themes linked to "NEORT++" and events held at TOKYO NODE, with up to 10 works chosen by the organizers.

Through the exhibition of digital art in this project, we aim to stimulate the creativity of visitors and office workers who come to Toranomon, while creating vibrancy in the city.

2nd DIGITAL SPRINGBOARD Open Call Overview

Theme "詩とコンピュータ（Computer & Poetry）"

Submission Period August 25, 2025 (Mon) - September 12, 2025 (Fri) 23:59 JST

Exhibition Period September 19, 2025 (Fri) 18:00 - October 5, 2025 (Sun)

About TOKYO NODE Exhibition

Exhibition Location Toranomon Hills Station Tower B2F TOKYO NODE Entrance Signage

Exhibition Period Sequential broadcasting will begin after the announcement of selected works ※Detailed schedule will be communicated after selection

Exhibition Method

Continuous screening on large-scale signage (details in technical specifications below)
Repeated display of all selected works throughout the period

Target Works

Approximately 10 works will be selected ※The number of selections may vary depending on the total number of submissions and content of each work

Submission Guidelines

Work Requirements

Theme: Works based on the theme "Computer & Poetry"
Format: Please submit in the following formats:
- Video works (MP4)
- Still image works (J＊Not only poetry's and letters but also visual Image is available available

＊Not only poetry's and letters but also visual Image is available

Background of Computer & Poetry

Computers and poetry have cultivated a unique creativity through mutual influence since their encounter in the 1960s. When early poets wrote poetry in programming languages and scientists generated text through algorithms, code became an expressive medium beyond mere tools, and poetry transformed from static text into executable existence.

Now, in the age of generative AI, this relationship has become even more complex and enriching. Various approaches are possible, including code poetry that treats programming languages themselves as poetry, algorithmic language generation, interactive poetic experiences, and new relationships between data and language.

For the second open call of DIGITAL SPRINGBOARD, we have set "Poetry and Computer" as our theme, inspired by NEORT++'s exhibition "Computing Poetry." We await works that explore the boundaries between technology and linguistic expression, presenting new poetic possibilities.

We look forward to receiving your innovative submissions!

Technical Specifications

Resolution: Will be optimized to match signage specifications
Duration: 15 seconds
Submission Data: Portrait orientation
File Size: Please submit 2 versions:

W960 x H1620 (Please submit this to Google Form)
- google form： https://forms.gle/LQ8JDUuTuTpFTQkF7

W2160 x H3840 (Please submit this to neort.io)

Eligibility

Open to individuals and groups
No restrictions on nationality, age, or experience
Open to both professionals and amateurs

Submission Method

Submission Platforms Submission methods differ based on resolution. Please submit works using both of the following methods:

W2160 x H3840: Submit via NEORT
W960 x H1620: Submit via Google Form https://forms.gle/LQ8JDUuTuTpFTQkF7

Required Items

Tagging: Must include the tag "Computer_Poetry_TOKYO_NODE"
Work Description: In the "Description" field during work registration, clearly state the relationship with the theme "Computer & Poetry"
Artist Information: Set up profile including icon and BIO on your neort.io My Page, and link SNS (X or Facebook) in SETTINGS

Submission Deadline September 12th, 2025 (Fri) 23:59 ※Deadline is in JST (Japan Standard Time)

Selection & Announcement

Selection Criteria

Conceptual alignment with "Poetry and Computer" theme
Adaptability to street exhibition and signage format
Visual appeal and impact
Technical execution of concept

Selection Committee

NEORT Management Team

Results Announcement September 17, 2025 (Wed) scheduled

NEORT official website (https://team.neort.io/)
NEORT official SNS accounts
TOKYO NODE offSeptember 12thTOKYO NODE official SNS accounts
TOKYO NODE official SNS accounts

Benefits for Selected Works

Exhibition on TOKYO NODE entrance signage
Promotional tie-in with NEORT++ exhibition

Important Notes

About Works

Limited to original works only
Works with potential copyright infringement are excluded
Content contrary to public order and morals is excluded
Works containing political or religious messages will be carefully considered
Must not pose risks to pedestrian safety and security
Must not harm harmony with urban landscape
Must comply with relevant laws and regulations

Rights

Copyright of works remains with the creator
Permission for use for exhibition and promotional purposes is granted
Changes or deletions of works during exhibition period are not permitted in principle

Other

Submitted works will not be returned
Inquiries about selection reasons cannot be answered
Technical adjustments may be made for exhibition

Excluded Works

Those contrary to public order and morals
Those involving human rights violations, discrimination, or defamation
Those inappropriate from the perspective of youth protection and victim harm prevention
Those related to adult entertainment businesses, pachinko, etc.
Those related to religion, ideology, or politics
Those related to organized crime groups

Future Plans This open call is the first of the DIGITAL SPRINGBOARD series, and we plan to regularly conduct open calls linked to TOKYO NODE and NEORT++ events.

Schedule Announcements Future open call themes and schedules will be announced on:

NEORT official website
NEORT official SNS
TOKYO NODE official website
TOKYO NODE official SNS accounts

Inquiries

Open Call Inquiries NEORT Management Office Email: [info@neort.io] ※Please allow several days for responses to inquiries

About TOKYO NODE

Toranomon Hills TOKYO NODE Address: 2F Toranomon Hills Business Tower, 1-17-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo Official Website: https://tokyonode.jp/

Organizers & Partners Organizer:

NEORT (Digital SPRINGBOARD Project)

Venue Partner: TOKYO NODE

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