This holiday season, TECDIA, the creator of precision nozzles for 3D printing known as "kaika," invites all 3D printing (3DP) users to join us in creating a special Christmas event “3D Printing Christmas Challenge”! We’re excited to have some of the biggest 3D printing influencers on board as judges, giving you the chance to get your work noticed by some of the top names in the 3DP world. We look forward to your participation and to making this Christmas a memorable one together! This holiday season, TECDIA, the creator of precision nozzles for 3D printing known as "kaika," invites all 3D printing (3DP) users to join us in creating a special Christmas event “3D Printing Christmas Challenge”! We’re excited to have some of the biggest 3D printing influencers on board as judges, giving you the chance to get your work noticed by some of the top names in the 3DP world. We look forward to your participation and to making this Christmas a memorable one together!

Event Name  "3D Printing Christmas Challenge"

Theme  "Elegant Christmas"
Celebrate the special day that comes once a year with the theme "Elegant Christmas" through 3D printing. The desire is to adorn Christmas with intricate, detailed creations like those of kaika, which excels in precise modeling. We are looking for elegant and sophisticated works to enhance this special day filled with dreams and hopes. You can submit creations in any genre, such as Christmas ornaments or home decor. We encourage you to submit your creative ideas.

Submission Period 10/22(Tue)~12/4(Wed) JPT18:00

How to Participate
1. Create a work based on the theme above
2. Post the following on X to complete your submission:
・ A photo of your work
・ Hashtags: #Christmas_Challenge #Christmas
・ If using kaika, add the model number to the above two hashtags, for example: #kaika640

Request
We would like to decorate our new office, which relocated in June, with your Christmas-themed creations. We would be grateful if you could send us your finest works!

Shipping address: kaika Operations Office, TECDIA
Shibaura Square Building 17th Floor, 4-9-25 Shibaura, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan

*Please ensure that your work arrives by Wednesday, December 4. Please note that participants will be responsible for the shipping costs.

Important Notes
◇Please be aware that if there are any missing or incorrect hashtags, your submission will not be eligible for awards.
◇Photos of your creations and your SNS account name may be posted on SNS, blogs, etc. If you do not wish to have your work or account featured, please let us know.
◇If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us via email (infor_kaika@tecdia.co.jp) or through the kaika X account (@kaika_tecdia).

Judges
This time, we are welcoming some renowned figures as judges! The list of judges will be revealed progressively, so stay tuned! There may even be additional announcements!

◇Psych0h3ad-P3D (@yuTR0N)
With around 6,000 followers, this influencer gained attention with a summer giveaway and collaborates with many in the 3D printing industry. A famous 3D printing influencer.

◇3DPrintBunny (@3DPrintBunny)
A 3D printing creator based in a country just a few hours ahead of Japan. Known for cute designs and intricate print techniques, captivating fans worldwide.

◇はるかぜポポポ(@N3uuSp3ak) 
A legend in Japan's 3D printing community, sharing the charm and know-how of 3D printing through SNS and blogs. At the "Next Generation 3D Printer Expo" in June, crowds gathered in search of this person! It’s his post that went viral for our past event.

◇Stefan - CNC Kitchen(@CNC_Kitchen)
A YouTuber and engineer who explains 3D printing and CNC machining technologies with a scientific approach. Interestingly, they previously used the kaika 0.1mm nozzle and created an explanatory video!

Awards

◇Best kaika Award (1 winner)
Eligibility: For participants who created works using kaika.
◇Judges' Choice Award (4 winners)
Eligibility: Open to all participants.
◇Additional Awards
Other awards may come up…

Prizes

About the "kaika" Precision Nozzle for 3D Printing
The kaika nozzle is an original precision nozzle for 3D printing, developed by TECDIA, a world leader in dispensing nozzles. It incorporates TECDIA's advanced precision machining technology and was launched for general sales in January 2021. The nozzle has been highly acclaimed by professional users who demand exceptional precision in 3D printing. In addition to hobbyist applications, kaika is expanding into industrial 3D printing, with numerous achievements, including inquiries from companies in fields such as biomaterials, aerospace, and automotive which have led to the mass production of various products.