Doujinshi facts for kids
A Doujinshi (error: {{nihongo}}: Japanese or romaji text required (help)) is a special kind of creative work made in Japan. It's usually created by a person alone or with a group of friends who share the same interests. Think of it like fan-made comics, stories, or art!
A group of people who work together to create doujinshi are called a circle (サークル (sākuru)). Sometimes, a circle might just be one artist working by themselves. These are often called kojin circles (個人サークル (personal circles)).
Doujinshi can be many different things, like books, manga (Japanese comics), art, or other creative projects. Most of the time, doujinshi are made by amateurs, which means people who do it for fun and not as their main job. However, some professional artists also enjoy making doujinshi in their free time.
The word "doujinshi" comes from two Japanese words:
- doujin (error: {{nihongo}}: Japanese or romaji text required (help)) means "same person" but is used to describe "people with the same interests."
- shi (error: {{nihongo}}: Japanese or romaji text required (help)) means "magazine." This word is a shorter version of the full word zasshi, which also means magazine. So, "doujinshi" basically means "magazine for people with the same interests."
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What is Doujinshi?
Doujinshi are like homemade magazines, comics, or art books. They are made by fans for other fans. Imagine if you loved a TV show or a video game so much that you wanted to create your own stories or drawings about it – that's similar to what doujinshi creators do!
These works are often based on popular anime, manga, video games, or even original ideas. They let creators explore different stories, characters, or art styles that they enjoy.
Who Makes Doujinshi?
Most doujinshi creators are passionate fans. They spend their free time drawing, writing, and designing their works. It's a way for them to express their creativity and connect with others who love the same things.
Even though many creators are amateurs, some famous professional artists and writers started by making doujinshi. It's a great way to practice skills and share your work with a community.
Where Can You Find Doujinshi?
Doujinshi are usually sold at special events called "doujinshi conventions" or "fairs." The most famous one is called Comiket (Comic Market), which happens twice a year in Japan. Thousands of creators gather there to sell their works directly to fans.
These events are very popular and can attract hundreds of thousands of visitors! It's a unique way for fans to support their favorite amateur artists and discover new talents.
Images for kids
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A page from a doujinshi manga about Wikipe-tan, Commons-tan, and Wikiquote-tan.
See also
- In Spanish: Dōjinshi para niños
