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What does manga mean?
Japanese comic books and graphic novels, typically read right-to-left, and one of the founding fandoms behind anime conventions and much cosplay.
"I cosplayed the manga design, which differs a bit from the anime."
Origin
Japanese 漫画 (manga); the term dates back to around the 18th–19th century in Japan.
Frequently asked questions
What is manga?
It's Japanese comic books and graphic novels, typically read right-to-left, and one of the founding fandoms behind anime conventions and cosplay.
How is manga different from anime?
Manga is the printed comic form, while anime is animation; a character's manga design can differ somewhat from its anime version.
How old is the word manga?
The term dates back to around the 18th–19th century in Japan.
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