I have designed a medal combining the shape of Kyushu with the phenomenon known as “caustics,” where the surface of water shimmers, to capture the image of the glowing emotions of athletes, such as their courage and inspiration, spreading from the local community to the world stage in swimming competitions. The overlapping rings of light in the design symbolize the “bright future” of swimming and the “connection with people.” On the reverse side, I depicted the “rising waves” representing the evolution of athletes, competitions, and the local community, based on the tournament emblem.