Manga Lab!, Hakusensha's All-Magazine Submission Site, Announces Winners of the 'Adult Romance Manga Contest'!!
Hakusensha has announced the winners of the 'Adult Romance Manga Contest' held on its submission site 'Manga Lab!'. From 62 entries, 'Tsuyoi Onna' by Sumio won the Grand Prize. Department awards and finalists were also revealed.
📋 Article Processing Timeline
- 📰 Published: May 22, 2026 at 21:00
- 🔍 Collected: May 22, 2026 at 12:31
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: May 23, 2026 at 07:23 (18h 51m after Collected)
©Sumio / Hakusensha
The winners of the 'Adult Romance Manga Contest' held on the manga submission site 'Manga Lab!', operated by Hakusensha Co., Ltd., have been decided.
A total of 62 works were submitted! Thank you for all the wonderful submissions filled with the excitement unique to 'adult romance'!
[Grand Prize] Sumio - 'Tsuyoi Onna' (Strong Woman)
©Sumio
- Prize Money: 100,000 yen
- Assigned Editor GET!
- Serialization on Manga Park GET!
- CLIP STUDIO PAINT EX 1-Device Plan (1 year)
- Wacom One 14
©Sumio
[Review]
The relationship between the heroine, who possesses both strength and weakness, and the suave hero who embraces her was endearing. The expressions and timing were wonderful, making us want to read it as a completed manuscript!
[Author Comment]
I am very happy to receive the Grand Prize. I will continue to strive to draw works that remain in readers' hearts.
[Department Awards] Prize Money: 20,000 yen
©Tommy
Tommy - 'Kishi de aru Mono' (The One Who is a Knight)
[Review]
We were heart-fluttered by the innocent romance between adults with status. The beauty of the artwork and the comical ending are also attractive.
©Nori Yana
Nori Yana - 'Kare no Tokubetsu de aru, Futsuu no Watashi' (Normal Me, Who is Special to Him)
[Review]
A fun work featuring the gap in the hero's personality. The art is beautiful, and it's wonderful that royal-road settings are firmly included.
©Himei Sango
Himei Sango - 'Omoide no Umi' (Sea of Memories)
[Review]
We were moved by the sight of them piling up warm memories at the sea again despite being deeply hurt by it, and by the emotional expression.
©Mafaal
Mafaal - 'Chi ga nomenai Kyuuketsuki' (The Vampire Who Can't Drink Blood)
[Review]
The cute art style is attractive, and sexiness could be felt from the hair and expressions. It made us want to know more about the two!
[Finalists] Amazon Gift Card (5,000 yen value)
Umibe Eve / Namae / Tamiya Miya
Manga Lab! is currently accepting entries for a new contest!
Check the contest list for details ♡
[Application Deadline] Until June 14, 2026 (Sun) 23:59
What is Manga Lab!...
It is a manga submission site where editors from all of Hakusensha's media gather.
From shoujo manga to youth magazines, adult-oriented to BL, all genres and all targets are welcome!
In the 7 years since its start, over 770 pairings of manga artists and editors have been born from 'Manga Lab!'.
For details on Manga Lab! registration and contest applications, click here!!
https://manga-lab.net
Official X (formerly Twitter) @mangalab_staff
Hakusensha Character Produce Dept.
tel 03-3526-8052 mail:cp@hakusensha.co.jp
FAQ
What was the winning manga title in Hakusensha's 'Adult Romance Manga Contest' on Manga Lab!?
The winning manga title was 'Tsuyoi Onna' by Sumio.
How many entries were submitted to the 'Adult Romance Manga Contest' on Manga Lab!?
There were 62 entries submitted to the 'Adult Romance Manga Contest'.
Which brand launched the 'Adult Romance Manga Contest' on its submission platform?
Hakusensha launched the 'Adult Romance Manga Contest' on its platform.
Who was the creator of the Grand Prize-winning manga 'Tsuyoi Onna' on Manga Lab!?
Sumio was the creator of the Grand Prize-winning manga 'Tsuyoi Onna'.
What is the name of Hakusensha's online manga submission site that hosted the contest?
The name of Hakusensha's submission site is Manga Lab!.