We’re Shortlisted for Best Website at the Northern Digital Awards 2026

We’re proud to announce that our work on the Manchester Japan digital platform has been shortlisted for Best Website at the Northern Digital Awards 2026 hosted by Don't Panic Events. Created in partnership with Marketing Manchester and the Greater Manchester Japan Steering Group, the site was designed as far more than a traditional web build. It became the digital hub for Japan Week 2025, a landmark celebration of cultural exchange, innovation and international collaboration between Greater Manchester and Japan.

From the beginning, the ambition was clear: to create a platform that could bring people, organisations and ideas together in one place. The Manchester Japan site delivered a central programme for events, showcased cultural and business stories, highlighted partnerships across the region, and provided an accessible space for audiences in both the UK and Japan. Its flexible, content-led design allowed it to evolve throughout Japan Week, supporting thousands of visitors while laying foundations for future activity.

Being recognised at the Northern Digital Awards is a huge honour, and we’re thrilled to celebrate alongside so many teams pushing digital creativity across the North. This nomination reflects the dedication of everyone involved, from cultural partners and contributors to the creative and strategic teams who shaped the site.

We’re excited for awards night and even more excited about what this project will continue to support in the years ahead. See you on the dance floor in the new year.

Explore the site → manchesterjapan.com