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How is manga made in Japan?

A manga does not move directly from an idea to the printed page. Concept, name, discussions with the editor, drawing, assistants, screentones and corrections: behind every chapter lies a process in which storytelling, artwork and organization develop together.

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From the First Concept to the Published Volume: Understanding the 36 Stages of the Manga Production Pipeline

Discover the 36 stages required to transform an idea into a published manga: story development, name, page drawing, inking, screentones, proofreading, export and volume preparation.