Celsys to Host 11th 'Mochicomi Online' on June 13, 2026: Supporting Aspiring Manga Artists with Online Portfolio Reviews
Celsys will hold its 11th industry-wide online manga submission event, 'Mochicomi Online,' on June 13, 2026. This platform allows aspiring artists to connect with over 500 professional editors from various publishers, regardless of their location. Applications are accepted from May 18 through June 12. The event is free for both creators and publishers, aiming to foster new talent in the digital era.
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Celsys will host the 11th session of 'Mochicomi Online,' an event where aspiring manga artists can submit their work to editorial departments online, on Saturday, June 13. Registration for submission requests starts today, Monday, May 18.
'Mochicomi Online' is the industry's first service that facilitates online matching between artists and editorial departments across manga magazines, web comic sites, and editorial production companies. Currently, over 500 editors and 3,000 aspiring artists are registered. The event is held approximately four times a year and is free to attend.
Celsys, which supports creators through 'CLIP STUDIO PAINT'—a tool used by over 95% of domestic manga artists—aims to further empower aspiring creators by providing a cross-publisher matching venue.
■ Mochicomi Online
https://mochicomi.mannavi.net/
By leveraging online matching, 'Mochicomi Online' provides creators with the opportunity to efficiently submit work to multiple editorial departments regardless of their residence, and offers editors a place to discover untapped talent nationwide.
Since manuscript data and specific areas for advice can be shared in advance, participants can have high-quality online meetings tailored to each other's needs. Additionally, creators can apply to multiple editors at once, increasing their chances for professional feedback.
■ 11th 'Mochicomi Online' Information
- Application Period: May 18 (Mon) – June 12 (Fri), 2026, 21:00
- Event Date: June 13 (Sat), 2026, 9:00 – 24:00
- Participation Fee: Free
- Details: https://mochicomi.mannavi.net/
* Available time slots vary by editor.
* Meetings occur only if requested by an editor after reviewing the submission.
* Online meetings use services designated by editors, such as Zoom.
* Meeting duration is up to 30 minutes.
■ Participating Editorial Departments
Participation is free for corporations and editorial departments as well. Inquiries can be made via the following form:
https://www2.celsys.co.jp/inquiry/clipsolution/clipsolution.html
■ Success Stories via 'Mochicomi Online'
Many artists have landed serializations or one-shots through this event. Recent debuts include:
- 'Dattara Watashi ga Moraimasu!' on AlphaPolis by Hassakudo (Artist) and Koko Haruse (Original Author)
- 'Kekkon no Katachi' on Manga Mee by Hiro Shimamura
■ Previous Event Report (10th Session)
Celsys has published a report on the 10th event, revealing that approximately 1 in 4 participants experienced their first-ever portfolio review during the session.
https://www.celsys.com/topic/20260408
'Mochicomi Online' is the industry's first service that facilitates online matching between artists and editorial departments across manga magazines, web comic sites, and editorial production companies. Currently, over 500 editors and 3,000 aspiring artists are registered. The event is held approximately four times a year and is free to attend.
Celsys, which supports creators through 'CLIP STUDIO PAINT'—a tool used by over 95% of domestic manga artists—aims to further empower aspiring creators by providing a cross-publisher matching venue.
■ Mochicomi Online
https://mochicomi.mannavi.net/
By leveraging online matching, 'Mochicomi Online' provides creators with the opportunity to efficiently submit work to multiple editorial departments regardless of their residence, and offers editors a place to discover untapped talent nationwide.
Since manuscript data and specific areas for advice can be shared in advance, participants can have high-quality online meetings tailored to each other's needs. Additionally, creators can apply to multiple editors at once, increasing their chances for professional feedback.
■ 11th 'Mochicomi Online' Information
- Application Period: May 18 (Mon) – June 12 (Fri), 2026, 21:00
- Event Date: June 13 (Sat), 2026, 9:00 – 24:00
- Participation Fee: Free
- Details: https://mochicomi.mannavi.net/
* Available time slots vary by editor.
* Meetings occur only if requested by an editor after reviewing the submission.
* Online meetings use services designated by editors, such as Zoom.
* Meeting duration is up to 30 minutes.
■ Participating Editorial Departments
Participation is free for corporations and editorial departments as well. Inquiries can be made via the following form:
https://www2.celsys.co.jp/inquiry/clipsolution/clipsolution.html
■ Success Stories via 'Mochicomi Online'
Many artists have landed serializations or one-shots through this event. Recent debuts include:
- 'Dattara Watashi ga Moraimasu!' on AlphaPolis by Hassakudo (Artist) and Koko Haruse (Original Author)
- 'Kekkon no Katachi' on Manga Mee by Hiro Shimamura
■ Previous Event Report (10th Session)
Celsys has published a report on the 10th event, revealing that approximately 1 in 4 participants experienced their first-ever portfolio review during the session.
https://www.celsys.com/topic/20260408
FAQ
When is the 11th Mochicomi Online event?
It will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM JST.
Is there a fee to participate in the event?
Participation is completely free for both creators and editors.
Can beginners join the event?
Yes, many participants are first-time submitters. It's a supportive environment for aspiring artists.