IAPLC 2025.02.07
Path to IAPLC2025 Submission

The application period for IAPLC 2025 is set to begin in about two months. From January to May we will be releasing a variety of IAPLC-related information. Additionally, the highly anticipated “IAPLC Award Ceremony,” which saw 220 participants last year, is once again in the works.
This page will be updated regularly with IAPLC-related content and the schedule for IAPLC 2025. If you’re planning to participate, be sure to check back often!
This page will be updated regularly with IAPLC-related content and the schedule for IAPLC 2025. If you’re planning to participate, be sure to check back often!
January 2025
・CHECK01-Start with the Layout!
There are about four months left until the May application deadline. Even if you haven’t set up your tank yet, you still have plenty of time to get started!
Start by creating a layout.
The reference video features a basic concave-style composition created in a 600mm aquarium. If you’re new to this, you can use the video as a step-by-step guide.
Find inspiration for your layout from natural landscapes, photographs, or memories of your travels.
Pay attention to the composition, plant arrangement, and fish selection, and aim to create a unique aquascape full of originality that’s truly your own.
・CHECK01-Start with the Layout!
There are about four months left until the May application deadline. Even if you haven’t set up your tank yet, you still have plenty of time to get started!
Start by creating a layout.
The reference video features a basic concave-style composition created in a 600mm aquarium. If you’re new to this, you can use the video as a step-by-step guide.
Find inspiration for your layout from natural landscapes, photographs, or memories of your travels.
Pay attention to the composition, plant arrangement, and fish selection, and aim to create a unique aquascape full of originality that’s truly your own.
February 2025
・Distribution of IAPLC 2025 SNS Header and Banner Image
We have prepared banners for IAPLC2025 that you can use on social media and websites. Please choose the preferred size and feel free to use them.

・X Header Image
・Facebook Cover Image
・SNS/Blog Banner Image (1080×1080px)
・SNS/Blog Banner Image (1080×1620px)
・Blog Banner Image (1000×128px)
*Note: The image page will open in a new tab. Please download the images according to the saving method for your device.
・Distribution of IAPLC 2025 SNS Header and Banner Image
We have prepared banners for IAPLC2025 that you can use on social media and websites. Please choose the preferred size and feel free to use them.

・X Header Image
・Facebook Cover Image
・SNS/Blog Banner Image (1080×1080px)
・SNS/Blog Banner Image (1080×1620px)
・Blog Banner Image (1000×128px)
*Note: The image page will open in a new tab. Please download the images according to the saving method for your device.
・Introduction of participant benefits and awards (scheduled for release in February 2025).
March 2025
・CHECK 02 – Photograph Your Aquascape!
Photos of your aquascape can be taken with a digital camera or smartphone for submission. In addition to the completeness of the layout, the quality of the photography is an important factor. Focus! For tips on taking stunning photos, check out the related article. A detailed guide on photography techniques will also be introduced in a video (scheduled for release in March 2025).
・CHECK 02 – Photograph Your Aquascape!
Photos of your aquascape can be taken with a digital camera or smartphone for submission. In addition to the completeness of the layout, the quality of the photography is an important factor. Focus! For tips on taking stunning photos, check out the related article. A detailed guide on photography techniques will also be introduced in a video (scheduled for release in March 2025).
【IAPLC】Techniques for taking beautiful pictures of planted aquarium “Smartphone version” | AQUA DESIGN AMANO
【IAPLC】Techniques for taking beautiful pictures of planted aquarium “Single-lens Reflex Camera version” | AQUA DESIGN AMANO
April 2025
・April 1st: Applications for IAPLC 2025 open.
・CHECK 03 – Submit Your Entry to IAPLC!
Anyone can submit their entry for free using a PC or smartphone. Visit the IAPLC official website (https://iaplc.com) and click “Submit Entry” to apply. A detailed video on how to submit your entry will be released in April 2025.

・April 1st: Applications for IAPLC 2025 open.
・CHECK 03 – Submit Your Entry to IAPLC!
Anyone can submit their entry for free using a PC or smartphone. Visit the IAPLC official website (https://iaplc.com) and click “Submit Entry” to apply. A detailed video on how to submit your entry will be released in April 2025.

June 2025
・Preliminary screening evaluation (selection of top 100 works)
・Preliminary screening evaluation (selection of top 100 works)
July 2025
・The world screenings
・Score calculation
・The world screenings
・Score calculation
August 2025
・Result announcement (Live stream on YouTube channel, ADA View)
・Registration for the IAPLC2025 Award Ceremony starts (Deadline: September 14)
・Result announcement (Live stream on YouTube channel, ADA View)
・Registration for the IAPLC2025 Award Ceremony starts (Deadline: September 14)
September 2025
・Determination of the world rankings
・Send out result notification letters
・Determination of the world rankings
・Send out result notification letters
November 2025
・IAPLC Award Ceremony (ANA Crown Plaza Hotel in Niigata)
・IAPLC FES 2025 (ADA headquarters)
・Release of IAPLC2025 Contest Book
・IAPLC Award Ceremony (ANA Crown Plaza Hotel in Niigata)
・IAPLC FES 2025 (ADA headquarters)
・Release of IAPLC2025 Contest Book