What is Manga?
Japanese: 漫画
Manga are comics or graphic novels originating from Japan.
The word manga comes from two Japanese words: man,
which means whimsical or impromptu, and ga,
which translates to pictures.
Most manga conform to a style developed in Japan in the late 19th century,
and the form has a long history in earlier Japanese art.
The term manga is used in Japan to refer to both comics and cartooning.
Outside of Japan, the word is typically used to refer to
comics originally published in the country.
Manga stories are usually written in black and white,
making it easier for readers to process the amount
of content without distraction. However,
some full-color special releases do exist.