ST JOHN’S, Antigua, CMC -The Embassy of Japan here, announces with great honor and anticipation, that the application period is now open for the prestigious 18th Japan International MANGA Award.
This major comic art competition organized by the Japanese Government invites submissions from manga artists across the Caribbean region.
The call for entries for the 18th Japan International MANGA Award runs from April 12 to July 5, 2024.
Artists from Trinidad and Tobago, Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Suriname are encouraged to submit their original manga works for consideration.
Manga has become a true cultural ambassador for Japan, captivating audiences worldwide with its vibrant storytelling and iconic art styles.
The Japan International MANGA Award aims to reward and inspire comic artists globally while introducing international manga to domestic readers in Japan.
Award winners will not only receive cash prizes but also the golden opportunity to have their works published and exhibited in the very heart of manga culture, Japan. This could be your chance to showcase your talent to a global audience.
The Japan International MANGA Award was launched in 2007 by the Japanese Government to help spread manga culture overseas while inspiring the next generation of comic artists worldwide.
The award showcases exceptional international manga works and their creators to readers throughout Japan.
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