Initial SelectionsThe judging for the initial selection (which will be  carried out using CD and materials provided by the applicant) will determine  the applicants who will go through to compete in the preliminary rounds.
All costs incurred in applying for the initial selection  are to be paid in full by the applicants.
 Judging Period: Oct. 2009
Venues and judging criteria will be announced on the  Competition web-site.
The CompetitionVenue: Grand Hall, Sunport Hall Takamatsu http://www.sunport-hall.jp
Dates:| 2010 | 16th March (Tue) | Piano Selection | 
|---|---|---|
| 17th March (Wed) ~ 19th March (Fri) | Round 1 | |
| 21st March (Sun), 22nd March (Mon) | Round 2 | |
| 24th March (Wed) | Round 3 | |
| 27th March (Sat) | Final | |
| 28th March (Sun) | Announcement  of the winners, Awards,  Performances by the winners.  |