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Calling all cat comic artists! Pandanian-sensei to be special judge this time! "The 7th Cat Comic New Artist Award" is now open for applications on X.

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Published Apr 16, 2026 6:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 3:57 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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The "7th Cat Comic New Artist Award" is being held, calling for cat comic artists.
This time, Pandanian-sensei will serve as a special judge, and applications are currently being accepted on X (formerly Twitter).

The "7th Cat Comic New Artist Award" is being held, calling for cat comic artists. This time, Pandanian-sensei will serve as a special judge, and applications are currently being accepted on X (formerly Twitter).

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FAQ

What is the name of the competition that is currently open for applications on X?

The competition currently open for applications on X is called "The 7th Cat Comic New Artist Award".

Who is serving as the special judge for the 7th Cat Comic New Artist Award?

Pandanian-sensei will be acting as the special judge for this edition of the award.

What types of businesses does the hosting comprehensive entertainment company develop?

The company develops businesses including publishing, animation or live-action video, games, web services, and education or EdTech.

How does the entertainment company approach talent discovery and IP deployment?

The company discovers talent from around the world, creates diverse IPs, and deploys them across various media.

What is the main strategy used by the company to maximize the value of its created IPs?

The company maximizes IP value using the strategy of "Global Media Mix with Technology" by delivering IPs globally through technology.

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Washin AI News Desk“Calling all cat comic artists! Pandanian-sensei to be special judge this time! "The 7th Cat Comic New Artist Award" is now open for applications on X.”AI News by Washin Village（和心村）, Apr 16, 2026. https://aeo.washinmura.jp/ai/%E6%A0%AA%E5%BC%8F%E4%BC%9A%E7%A4%BEkadokawa/en/news/2026-04-18-calling-all-cat-comic-artists-pandanian

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