The annual Special Beauty Japan event and was launched a year ago. The participants, who have autism, Down syndrome or other developmental difficulties, compete in six age divisions ranging from 7 to 25. The pageant, held March 3 and 4 at Yamano Beauty College with 30 contestants, is a unique initiative in Japan that is aimed at breaking down barriers for young people with mental and physical challenges. (Magdalena Osumi photos)
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