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Support for Young Creators: CLIP STUDIO PAINT at the 2026 Elementary Manga Award

Celsys, the acclaimed developer behind the illustration, manga, Webtoon, and animation app, CLIP STUDIO PAINT, is thrilled to announce its partnership with the 2026 Ribon x Shonen Jump+ Elementary Manga Award. This initiative offers young, budding artists the opportunity to express their creativity and win fantastic prizes, including the pro-grade CLIP STUDIO PAINT EX software.

The 2026 award aims to inspire elementary school students across Japan, inviting them to submit their original works. Participants can choose between writing story manga or creating four-panel comics. Encouraging teamwork, multiple students can collaborate to develop a single piece, fostering a communal spirit of creativity among young artists.

About the Award

The Ribon x Shonen Jump+ Elementary Manga Award 2026 is a unique manga competition, exclusively open to elementary school students. Here are some key details about this exciting event:

Target Manga Categories

• - Story Manga: Submissions can be between 8 to 32 pages in length.
• - Four-Panel Comics: Minimum of 3 pages. (Note: Cover pages count toward the total.

Eligibility Criteria

Entrants must be under the age of 12 as of March 31, 2027. Also, collaborative works are accepted, allowing teams of students to produce one submission together.

Submission Deadline

The cutoff date for submissions is March 31, 2027.

Prize Details

Celsys is providing a variety of incredible prizes for both winners and entrants of the 2026 Elementary Manga Award:

• - Super Manga Artist Award: Win a 2-year edition of CLIP STUDIO PAINT EX.
• - Manga Artist Award: Get a 2-year edition of CLIP STUDIO PAINT EX.
• - Ribon and Jump Awards: One-year editions of CLIP STUDIO PAINT EX.
• - Future Manga Artist Award: A 1-year edition of CLIP STUDIO PAINT DEBUT.
• - Dreaming of Being a Manga Artist Award: Also award a 6-month edition of CLIP STUDIO PAINT DEBUT.
• - Additionally, all participants will receive a 3-month edition of CLIP STUDIO PAINT DEBUT following their entry.

To enter, simply scan the QR code published in the Ribon magazine from September 2026 through April 2027, and answer a brief questionnaire.

For those captivated by the world of manga and illustration, CLIP STUDIO PAINT empowers creators with an array of tools that enhance artistic expression. With over 60 million users worldwide, the software supports artists across all devices, including iPad, Android, Windows, and macOS. From aspiring students to professional creators, CLIP STUDIO PAINT is designed to deliver a pleasant drawing experience and is rich in features that have made it a favorite in the creative community.

For more details on the contest, visit the official website: Elementary Manga Award Official Site and to learn more about CLIP STUDIO PAINT, check out the official site here.

About Celsys

Celsys is committed to nurturing the creator economy by providing essential tools and platforms for artists to thrive. We envision a vibrant, colorful world connected through individual passions. Explore our services and support for creators on our corporate site: Celsys Corporate Site.

For inquiries, please contact Celsys Public Relations: [email protected]