The 35th Kadokawa Manga Newcomer Award is KADOKAWA's major search for new manga talent, open to original work in any genre. Final judging is carried out by prominent manga artists together with the editorial departments. Winners have the chance to be published in major magazines such as Shonen Ace and Young Ace.
Rules
Eligibility
- Open to professionals and amateurs with no other restriction, but entries are limited to residents of Japan.
- Minors need a guardian's consent.
Format
- No page limit.
- Paper manuscripts or digital files (PSD or JPG).
- Original works not published in commercial magazines. Works posted on personal sites or in doujinshi are allowed but must be declared in advance.
AI Use
- Works mainly produced with generative AI are not eligible.
- Any auxiliary AI use must be declared, stating its purpose and scope.
Submission
- Postal: must be postmarked by the deadline day.
- Web: accepted until 18:00 on the deadline day.