The Making of Anime and Manga

Anime and manga are some of the most popular forms of media found in bookstores, online, and on streaming services around the world-but how do they get made? And how do they get licensed overseas?

From weekly serialized manga to feature film productions, both need a big team.


Dive into the creative processes behind the makings of anime and manga. Explore the evolution of animation from the form's first motion pictures to modern-day digital and computer animation. Discover how a manga is conceived, edited, and made, from its editorial team to the assistants who help mangaka ink, shade, and add backgrounds to their work. There's so much to learn with the behind-the-scenes of anime and manga. Check out some of your favorite works!