Calorie's Love Affair Manga Wins Japan Cartoonists Association Award

Yuua Oda’s manga, Calorie’s Love Affair, wins the grand prize at the 53rd Japan Cartoonists Association Awards. The captivating story and unique artwork of this manga have captivated readers, earning it the prestigious recognition. Congratulations to the talented manga creator!

Calorie’s Love Affair Manga Wins Japan Cartoonists Association Award

Yuua Oda’s manga, Calorie’s Love Affair, has been announced as the winner of the grand prize in the Comic division at the 53rd Japan Cartoonists Association Awards. This prestigious award is presented annually by the Japan Cartoonists Association (JCA) to honor outstanding works in the field of manga.

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In addition to the grand prize, Calorie’s Love Affair also received a gold plaque, medal, and a prize money of 500,000 yen (approximately US$3,260). The captivating story and unique artwork of this manga have captivated readers, earning it the prestigious recognition.

The Japan Cartoonists Association has been presenting these awards since 1972, recognizing exceptional contributions to the world of manga. This year’s selection committee was led by Machiko Satonaka and included esteemed members such as Yoshihiro Ikegawa, Jun Ishiko, Naomi Kimura, Riki Kusaka, Yukio Shinohara, Kazuhiko Shimamoto, George Piroshki, Noriko Nagano, Akiko Nemoto, and Masato Hara.

The recognition received by Yuua Oda for Calorie’s Love Affair highlights the diversity and excellence within the manga industry. Congratulations to the talented manga creator!

Other Winners of the 53rd Japan Cartoonists Association Awards

Alongside Calorie’s Love Affair, there were other outstanding winners at the 53rd Japan Cartoonists Association Awards. Taku Furukawa’s Takupedia won in the Cartoon division, while Nagano’s Chiikawa triumphed in the Manga division.

Takupedia, a work by Taku Furukawa, showcases his exceptional talent and creativity. Chiikawa, created by Nagano, stands out as a true embodiment of the essence of manga, captivating readers with its unique storytelling.

Ryō Ishiyama’s Dragon and Chameleon was acknowledged with the Manga Kingdom Tottori award, while Eiichi Muraoka’s Kyonen no Yuki received the Manga Kingdom Tosa award. Takumi Nagayasu’s Nagayasu Takumi Zensakuhin was honored with the MEXT award.

Each of these talented manga creators has made significant contributions to the industry, enriching the world of manga with their exceptional works. Congratulations to all the winners of the 53rd Japan Cartoonists Association Awards!