Location: Japan
Type: International Competition
Organized by: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan
Program Name: Japan International Manga Award
Who Can Apply: Non-Japanese manga creators
Application Deadline: 30 June 2026
The Japan International Manga Award 2026 offers an international platform for manga creators outside Japan. Organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, the program recognizes creative works and promotes manga culture worldwide.
About the Japan International Manga Award 2026
This competition focuses on manga created by non-Japanese artists. It highlights global creativity and supports the spread of manga culture beyond Japan. Selected participants are recognized through official awards and ceremony events.
What Winners Receive
✓ Gold Award includes certificate and trophy
✓ Silver Award includes certificate and trophy
✓ Recognition at an international level
✓ Invitation to attend the award ceremony in Japan
Who Is Eligible
Applicants must meet the following conditions:
• Must not hold Japanese nationality
• Must submit a manga work of at least 16 pages
• Work must be unpublished or published within the allowed timeframe
• Content must be original
How to Apply
The application process is completed through official submission:
• Fill out the application form
• Prepare the manga based on guidelines
• Submit the application before the deadline
Selection Information
All entries are reviewed, and selected works are awarded based on the evaluation criteria set by the organizers.
Important Date
• Deadline for submission: 30 June 2026
