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Exciting Opportunity in the Manga World

The Mecha Comics Women's Manga Adaptation Award is back, inviting aspiring writers to submit their original stories inspired by the rich landscape of female-oriented manga. This prestigious contest, organized by Mecha Comics in collaboration with the popular Eburista novel submission platform, will accept entries starting from June 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM until September 14, 2026, at 3:59 AM. With a grand prize of 1 million yen, this contest promises to be a significant opportunity for wordsmiths across Japan.

About the Contest

This annual contest aims to discover original stories that can be transformed into compelling manga for women, with a focus on romance and interpersonal relationships. Previous standout entries under the Mecha Comics banner have garnered immense popularity, achieving remarkable sales figures and even adaptations into dramas, demonstrating just how effective this platform is for launching careers in the manga industry.

Notably, many works originating on Eburista, like The Neighbor Who Heals Has A Secret and Taisho Substitute Marriage: The Sweetness of Rock Candy, have not only won awards but also become best sellers, collectively achieving sales over 5 billion yen.

Expanded Themes This Year

This year marks the sixth edition of the contest, which has broadened its themes to encourage a wider range of submissions, ensuring that every aspiring author has the chance to share their voice. Contestants can craft tales featuring