# Mangification Japan's Manga comics and cartoons inspire reality while keeping its charm. By [Tiana Reid](https://www.trendhunter.com/tiana) | Published Jun 15, 2010, updated Jul 18, 2013 | Category: [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/naughty-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/mangification-japans-manga-comics-and-cartoons-inspire-reality-while-keepin ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.8/10 - Evidence articles: 9 ## What is the Mangification trend? **Mangification:** While anime still holds much popularity, manga is currently surpassing the former as a source of inspiration. Manga, often characterized by whimsical-looking drawings, has been around for centuries, and since manga's genres includes a wide range of subjects, with everything from business to violence to sex, almost anything can be mangafied. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 9 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 9 to May 29, 2010 - Published: Jun 15, 2010 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Themes within the Mangification trend ### Manga art Manga-inspired art and design blend different cultures and create imaginative, unprecedented looks. ### Anime-inspired fashion Fashion designers inspired by anime and manga create unique wears that combine punk, goth, and Kawaii styles. ### Japanese-inspired lifestyle products Pop culture narratives inspire product designs that bridge cultural boundaries, creating empathetic bonds with consumers from different countries. ## What the Mangification trend means for industry ### For Art and Design Artists and designers can collaborate with fashion and product designers to create unique manga-inspired art pieces. ### For Fashion Fashion and cosmetic companies can create product lines inspired by anime and manga, targeting young customers who love trying out new styles. ### For Product design Product designers can create lifestyle products inspired by Japanese pop culture narratives to create connections with consumers from different countries. ## Trend signals for Mangification Trend score 5.8 out of 10, from popularity 81%, activity 84%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 81% - Activity: 84% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Mangification trend 9 featured examples from Jan 9 to May 29, 2010. - [Naughty Fine Art Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undressed-show): Jessica Lichtenstein Studied Art for a Long Time to Get 'Undressed' (Category: Naughty) Implication: Art galleries can capitalize on the growing interest in provocative, boundary-pushing art that attracts audiences looking for new experiences. - [Realist Manga Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maya-kirill): Anime Comes to Life with the Creations of Maya Kirill (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity for the art and craft industry to explore the creation of realistic manga dolls. - [Harajuku Heroines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toxic-etiology): 'Gothic Lolita 2010' by Toxic Etiology is Cutesy With a Punk Edge (Category: Fashion) Implication: Bring niche and cultural fashion styles into the mainstream by mixing them with more popular looks. - [Manga Manicures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-nail-art): Japanese Nail Art Features Hello Kitty-Inspired Nails & More (Category: Fashion) Implication: Opportunity for cosmetic brands that cater to nail art enthusiasts by offering various nail art products and tools to create unique designs at home. - [Fake Manga Manes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokyo-girls-hairstyles): Look Animated in Wigs from Tokyo Girls' Hairstyles (Category: Fashion) Implication: The wig industry can experiment with innovative materials and design to create more realistic and comfortable wigs. - [Manga Airport Lounges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-lounge): The Tao Yuan International Aiport in Taiwan is Adorned in Hello Kitty (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunities to create unique travel experiences through themed airport lounges and customized airport amenities. - [Manga Graffiti Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayami-kawashima-artwork): Ayami Kawashima Artwork Combines Two Popular Art Styles (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Ayami Kawashima's artwork shows the potential for emerging artists to gain exposure and build a following by creating unique and innovative pieces that combine different art style… - [Manga Fairytales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chris-burge-illustration): 'Red Riding Hood' by Chris Burge Illustration Takes an Anime Spin on a Classic (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: Fashion designers can incorporate pop culture-inspired design elements in their clothing lines to appeal to a diverse consumer base. - [Quilted Manga Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-zoom-tiempo): The Nike Air Zoom Tiempo are Inspired by a Japanese Football Comic (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The footwear industry can take advantage of the growing market for unique and culturally-inspired sneakers by incorporating manga-inspired designs into their product lines. ## Recent trend clusters - [Polarized Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/polarized-marketing) (Marketing) - [Seasonal Storytelling](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/seasonal-storytelling) (Fashion) - [Ritual Sampling](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/holiday-discovery-boxes) (Business) - 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