This online exhibition is the fifth installment of the well-received Manga Pandemic Web Exhibition series held every year since 2020.
Submission guidelines:
‘Pandemic’, ‘peace’ and ‘pandemic + peace’ themed manga or illustrations.
(Previously published works may be submitted, however works that have been featured in previous Manga Pandemic Web Exhibitions will not be accepted).
(Previously published works may be submitted, however works that have been featured in previous Manga Pandemic Web Exhibitions will not be accepted).
Size, Shape:
Any size and shape are welcome.
File requirements:
Please submit in JPEG format with the file not exceeding 5MB. Resolution should be at least 2000 pixels on the longest side. Please use the same file name as the title of your work. (If you are sending multiple works with the same name, such as "Untitled," please name them "Untitled_1," etc.)
Language:
Japanese or English. We will attach a Japanese-English translation for the exhibition if necessary.
Color:
Either monochrome or color is acceptable.
Submission method:
Please send your submission by email. Please include the following information in the body of your email:
(1) The theme of your work ‘pandemic’/‘peace /’pandemic+peace’.
(2) Your name (pen name is acceptable), including notation in the Roman alphabet if your name is written in another script.
(3) Title of your work (Japanese and English).
(4) Nationality.
(5) Date of production.
(6) Your contact information (email address and phone number). Details 1-5 will be open to the public.
Eligibility:
Applications are open to both professionals and amateurs, living inside or outside of Japan.
⏰ Submission deadline:
Tuesday, 31 December 2024.
Submissions and enquiries:
Kyoto Seika University International Manga Research Center c/o Mr. Ito.
📧 E-mail address:
Additional:
- We cannot offer any form of monetary reward or remuneration. This is a not-for-profit project.
- Copyright is retained by the creator, but images of the work may be used for publicity (including on social media) or may be included in project reports. In addition, unless the executive committee determines it to be exceptional commercial use, the work may be used as an exhibit in another exhibition.