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China's Comic Convention Bans Japanese Anime, Sparks Backlash

12/23/2025

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COMICUP (China's largest comic convention) banned Japanese anime and manga from its Hangzhou event, adopting a "New Chinese Style" theme.
The decision was announced just days before December 27-28 in Hangzhou.
Exhibitors canceled in response, reflecting the event's impact.
Organizers cited the current social environment and cultural responsibilities as the reason.

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COMICUP (China's largest comic convention) banned Japanese anime and manga from its Hangzhou event, adopting a "New Chinese Style" theme.
The decision was announced just days before December 27-28 in Hangzhou.
Exhibitors canceled in response, reflecting the event's impact.
Organizers cited the current social environment and cultural responsibilities as the reason.