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Manga Publishers and Experts Gather at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 for Panels and Announcements
Major manga publishers including Kodansha, Viz, Yen Press, Square Enix, and Dark Horse are hosting multiple panels at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 (July 23-25) to showcase new titles, discuss industry trends, and help readers discover manga. Sessions range from librarian-focused programming on connecting readers with manga they'll love, to expert roundtables on the best and worst manga of 2026, to dedicated panels for both newcomers and existing fans.
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It's the #SDCC26 panel you've all been waiting for - head to Room 9 from 11am-12pm on 7/25 to see New & Upcoming Kodansha Manga Revealed! Get the inside scoop new manga, plus a Q&A to learn more and some surprise giveaways! Find out more here:
KodanshaJul 24
FRIDAY at #SDCC! The Best & Worst Manga of 2026 panel! 6-7 pm in Room 4 See what this all-star cast of manga editors, journalists and librarians think you should be reading next, and the manga you should avoid like day-old sushi!
Deb AokiJul 24
What we know
- Kodansha hosting 'New & Upcoming Kodansha Manga Revealed' panel on July 25 with announcements, Q&A, and giveaways
- Manga Publishing Roundtable on July 23 featuring representatives from Viz, Yen Press, Kodansha, Square Enix, Dark Horse, and Manga Mavericks
- 'Best & Worst Manga of 2026' panel on July 24 with editors, journalists, and librarians discussing recommended and avoid-worthy titles
- 'Library Manga for Eager Readers' panel targeting librarians on connecting individual readers with suitable manga on July 23
- 'Manga Recommendations for Non-Manga Readers' panel on July 24 designed to guide newcomers on where to start with manga
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