MediBang and Stella& to Host Exclusive Webtoon Workshop in Kyoto

Exclusive Webtoon Workshop in Kyoto with Industry Experts

MediBang, a leading creative company renowned for its popular painting app 'MediBang Paint,' is set to host a unique Webtoon workshop in collaboration with Stella& and the Kyoto International Manga/Anime Fair Executive Committee. This special event aims to educate aspiring Webtoon creators on the intricacies of the Webtoon industry, offering a chance to learn directly from top-notch educators from Korea's Cheonggang Culture Industry University.

Scheduled for January 23, 2026, the workshop titled "From 'Pages' to 'Vertical Scrolls': Practical Courses for Aspiring Creators Flying from Kyoto to the World" will be held at the Kyoto International Manga Museum. The event is free, but participation is capped at 100 attendees, making early registration essential.

Background and Purpose of the Event

In recent years, Webtoons—full-color, vertically-scrolling comics optimized for smartphones—have seen explosive growth, especially in South Korea. This format has quickly become a critical part of the modern entertainment landscape, leading to successful adaptations into dramas and films, and creating a significant global following. The workshop aims to provide a deep dive into the production know-how and market strategies that are essential for success in this field. By fusing Japan's high-quality comic culture with Korea's cutting-edge techniques, the event aspires to nurture and support the next generation of Webtoon creators, enabling them to make a mark in the global market.

Event Details

The workshop will feature distinguished faculty from Korea's renowned Cheonggang Culture Industry University, Professors Lim Jae-hwan and Hong Seong-ho, who are celebrated for producing numerous successful creators. They will conduct hands-on lectures covering Webtoon business models, production processes, and directorial approaches. Additionally, the session will include insights into the Author Debut Program at Amazon Fliptoon, further assisting attendees in navigating their creative journeys.

Event Information:

- Date: January 23, 2026 (Friday) 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM (Doors open at 12:00 PM)
- Location: Kyoto International Manga Museum (Nakamura-cho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City)
- Target Audience: Aspiring Webtoon creators and industry stakeholders
- Language: Japanese
- Registration details: Register here

Please note that registration will close once the 100-participant limit is reached, so interested individuals should not delay.

Speaker Line-up

The event will be led by MediBang, a company founded on the mission of empowering creators worldwide. With over 100 million downloads of its illustration and manga software, including MediBang Paint and their artist platform ART street, MediBang is committed to fostering creativity.

MediBang will join forces with Stella&, a global content tech company that operates 'Toonyz,' a platform for story-based content combining short-form animation and webtoons. Their innovative use of AI-driven solutions allows for the creation of narratives drawn from web novels and comic IPs, which are then distributed via the Toonyz platform.

Meanwhile, Cheonggang Culture Industry University, established in 1996, is recognized as Korea's leading educational institution specializing in cultural industries. It prides itself on practical, field-centered education, particularly within the Webtoon and manga sectors, and has produced globally successful creators known for works like 'Sweet Home' and 'Now, at Our School...'.

The Kyoto International Manga/Anime Fair Executive Committee also plays a vital role in promoting creative industries in Japan, offering initiatives such as the Kyoto International Creators Award and the Manga Mobile Editing Department, further demonstrating their commitment to supporting creators and collaborations within the community.