About Fukuoka Prize
About Prize Certificates and Medals
The prize certificates and medals, along with the prize money, are presented to the laureates at the award ceremony held in Fukuoka every September.
Prize Certificate
The cover of the prize certificate is made of Hakata textiles. Hakata textile is the most representative local art craft in Fukuoka. It was recognized by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry as a traditional craft. The design of the certificate may be subject to change.
Prize Medal
Cotton rose mallow is the official Fukuoka city summer flower and used as the motif of the medal. Its blooming season coincides with the time of Fukuoka Prize Award Ceremony period. It has a beautiful pink and white flowers. Since the medal has white and red ribbon made with the traditional Hakata textile and is presented to the laureates.