American Manga Awards to Return for Third Annual Ceremony in 2026
The American Manga Awards are scheduled to return for their third annual installment in 2026, with the ceremony anticipated to be its largest yet. Produced jointly by Anime NYC and Japan Society, the awards recognize both standout manga titles and the broader ecosystem, including translators, letterers, and designers who facilitate English-language releases for Western audiences.
The American Manga Awards are set to return for their third annual ceremony in 2026, with organizers anticipating it will be the biggest event to date.
The awards are a collaborative production by Anime NYC and Japan Society. They aim to celebrate not only prominent manga titles but also the comprehensive network responsible for English-language releases. This includes acknowledging the vital contributions of translators, letterers, and designers who ensure Japanese comics are readable and aesthetically pleasing for Western audiences.
The 2026 ceremony is slated for August 20, 2026. It will be hosted at Japan Society in New York City, taking place the evening before Anime NYC officially opens at the Javits Center.
(Source: Polygon)
