2026 American Manga Awards nominees revealed
2026 American Manga Awards nominees revealed
Updated at: June 16, 2026 at 05:15 AM
The manga community is buzzing following the June 15, 2026, announcement of the third annual American Manga Awards (AMA) nominees.
Organized by Anime NYC and the Japan Society, this prestigious event celebrates the craft of bringing Japanese comics to English-speaking readers.
Unlike popularity-based contests, the AMA focuses on industry-vetted excellence, highlighting the vital contributions of translators, letterers, and designers.
Standout nominations include Naoki Urasawa’s 'Billy Bat' for Best New Manga and continuing hits like 'The Summer Hikaru Died.'
Beyond category awards, the ceremony will honor Chigusa Ogino, an industry veteran from the Tuttle-Mori Agency, with a place in the Hall of Fame.
The awards ceremony will be held on August 20, 2026, at the Japan Society in New York City, coinciding with the massive Anime NYC convention.
By focusing on subject-matter expertise, the American Manga Awards continue to elevate the standards of manga localization and production in North America, ensuring that the hard work behind these beloved stories receives the professional recognition it truly deserves.
