Announcing the Results of the ComicFiesta 2025 x pixiv Illustration Contest - We are Malaysia.
pixiv partnered with Malaysia's largest doujinshi convention, ComicFiesta, to host the ComicFiesta 2025 x pixiv Illustration Contest, pixiv's first illustration contest centered on Malaysian creators.
The theme for the Original Category was Malaysia. A diverse array of works depicting various aspects of Malaysia emerged, inspired by Malaysian culture, daily life, memories, and love for one's homeland.
The final judging for the Original Category was conducted both online and offline. Online voting was based on the number of pixiv bookmarks on each work, while offline voting took place via sticker voting at the pixiv booth at ComicFiesta 2025.
The ComicFiesta Booth Category allowed any entries related to booth activities, including doujinshi covers, posters, catalogs, promotional illustrations, and more. We received numerous entries of both original and derivative works.
Today, we present the winning entries selected for the ComicFiesta 2025 x pixiv Illustration Contest, along with commentary from the sponsoring companies and pixiv.
Sponsors and Supporting Companies

Original Category
First Prize
Award of Excellence
ComicFiesta 2025 Visitors’ Choice Award
animate Kuala Lumpur Award
Comment: Personally, I feel that the illustration incorporates many elements that symbolize Malaysia, such as tigers, birds, and natural scenery, allowing the richness of Malaysian culture and nature to be conveyed at a glance. The overall use of color is bright and leaves a very positive impression.
(animate Kuala Lumpur)
CLIP STUDIO PAINT Award
COPIC Award
Karaoke Manekineko Award
Kinokuniya Malaysia Award
Comment: Everyone gathered together at a mamak! It warmed our hearts to see the typical animals of Malaysia enjoying their meal together so happily. It’s also wonderful how each of them shows a different expression. It makes us want to quietly eavesdrop on what kind of conversation they might be having. Thank you very much for this lovely work!! (Kinokuniya Malaysia)
Nippon Designers School Award
Comment: With gentle colors and flowing composition, this work shows strong storytelling and sincerity. We look forward to your growth. (Nippon Designers School)
Wacom Award
ComicFiesta Booth Category
First Prize
pixiv Award
A final word from the ComicFiesta 2025 x pixiv Illustration Contest staff teams
Thank you all so much for your participation.
Unfortunately, we couldn't showcase every single piece, but each work submitted really conveyed the artist's love for Malaysia and passion for their creative endeavors. The stories and expressions you've put into your works should serve as important stepping stones as you continue your journey as creators.
pixiv will continue to provide various opportunities for Malaysian creators to connect with fans and fellow creators worldwide, transcending language and physical barriers, enabling them to pursue their creative endeavors more freely and joyfully.
We wholeheartedly support your future creative activities.






















