○ 7th Gyeonggi International Webtoon Fair to run until September 21 at KINTEX Hall 1
– B2B: September 18 (Thu) to 19 (Fri) / B2C: September 19 (Fri) to 21 (Sun)
○ Successful B2B consultation sessions with 97 buyers from 12 countries across Asia, America, and Europe
○ Collaboration cafes featuring popular webtoon IPs—such as “The Ruler of the Land” and “This Life’s Universal Superstar”—as well as author signing events for popular works including “The World Without My Sister Who Everyone Loved” and “Myonyang and Meongu.”

The 2025 Gyeonggi International Webtoon Fair, hosted by Gyeonggi Province and organized by the Gyeonggi Content Agency and the Korea International Exhibition Center (KINTEX), opened on September 18 at KINTEX in Goyang City.

Now in its seventh year, the fair is Korea’s largest exhibition dedicated to webtoons, uniquely combining opportunities for industrial exchange with engaging programs for the general public. It creates a seamless link between business-to-business (B2B) consultations with business-to-consumer (B2C) exhibitions, generating both a practical business platform for industry professionals and a space filled with immersive experiences for visitors.

The B2B sessions, held for two days from September 18 to 19, will bring together 102 domestic web comic companies and 97 buyers from Asia, the Americas, and Europe. Through one-on-one consultations, participants will discuss the overseas exports of webtoon IP, as well as cross-industry collaborations that leverage the significant expansion potential of web comic intellectual property.

Various domestic companies will participate, including Kakao Entertainment, Daon Creative, RS Media, KW Books, and C&C Revolution. Prominent global enterprises from both Korea and abroad, such as NAVER Webtoon, Crunchyroll, and Bilibili Comics, will also attend as buyers to conduct business consultations.

Of particular note, 26 companies will be participating from Japan alone—the same number of participants as last year, further proving that country’s high demand for Korean web comic-related services. In addition, 48 companies from 11 countries including Indonesia, Singapore, China, and the United States will take part as foreign buyers, reaffirming the fair’s reputation as an international business event for the web comics industry.

The B2C exhibition, running from September 19 to 21, features diverse programs and events to provide visitors with multifaceted content. Mac Agency is hosting a signing event with NightWitch, the artist behind “The World Without My Sister Who Everyone Loved,” while Gobooky Books will hold a signing event alongside an amusement park-themed photo zone for Danmi, the author of “Myonyang and Meongu.” Emerging technology firms such as Tooning, Brain Ventures, and Twigfarm are also presenting next-generation webtoon production solutions, including AI-based translation and localization, automation tools, and AI-assisted creation technologies.

On the main stage, visitors will be mesmerized by diverse programs, including the “Webtoon Golden Bell” quiz show, a “WBTI otaku personality test” featuring YouTube comic creators, a live drawing session by artist Kim Dong-ho, and a live band performance by artist Cho Kwang-jin. Popular web comic authors will also take the stage as speakers to share insights into their creative processes and industry experiences to inspire aspiring artists. Scheduled speakers include Jindol (Jindol Hidi Manhwa), Hansanleega (Trauma Center: Golden Hour), and Ori (Knife in Her Heart).

Concurrently, conferences will be held to accommodate both industry professionals and the general audience. Beginning at 2 p.m. on September 19, a keynote speech titled “Web Comics Created by AI, Stories Created by Humans” will be followed by a talk concert on “The Future of Advanced Technology and Web Comic IP Expansion.” These programs will feature in-depth discussions on emerging trends surrounding the web comic industry and the potential of its IP expansion.

Permanent spaces, such as Webtoon Ground, Webtoon Street, and the Collabo Cafe, will allow visitors to enjoy a continuous stream of entertainment in a relaxed atmosphere. The exhibition also features on-site interactive events across the venue, including a stamp tour and social media check-in challenges, with participants eligible for a wide range of sponsor-provided gifts and souvenirs, such as CLIP STUDIO PAINT licenses.

This year’s fair has placed particular emphasis on experiential exhibits that reflect recent trends, offering programs that actively encourage visitor participation and immersion. At the Collabo Cafe, themed drinks and interactive content tied to popular works—such as “The Ruler of the Land,” “Death Is the Only Ending for the Villainess,” and “This Life’s Universal Superstar”—will provide visitors with unique opportunities to engage directly with characters from the works.