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The 20th Japan International MANGA Award
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The 20th Japan International MANGA Award

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of Japan

June 30, 2026Tokyo, Japan (Online Application)

Immense global prestige, official recognition by the Japanese government, unparalleled exposure to the insular Japanese publishing industry, flights to Japan for the award ceremony, and extensive cultural exchange programs for top winners.

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Immense global prestige, official recognition by the Japanese government, unparalleled exposure to the insular Japanese publishing industry, flights to Japan for the award ceremony, and extensive cultural exchange programs for top winners.

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Open exclusively to non-Japanese manga creators, sequential artists, and narrative illustrators worldwide. The competition is structurally designed to identify and reward international artists who contribute to the expansion and mutual understanding of manga culture globally.

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Deadline
Deadline for the 20th edition.
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Cash prizes fluctuate based on the fiscal year.
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Free to apply (no fee)

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