About Otabushi — The Heart of European Manga Publishing
Otabushi is a passionate, community-focused publishing house supporting European manga creators as we grow together.
Our Mission and Vision
Otabushi supports European manga creators at every stage, providing resources, guidance, and a platform for their stories. We build a community where artists grow and connect with readers worldwide.
Supporting Emerging Talent: Nurturing manga creators with guidance, resources, and a platform to showcase their work.
Community-Driven: Fostering collaboration and mutual support at the heart of everything we do.
Quality & Integrity: Prioritizing authentic storytelling and fair treatment of our artists.
Bringing European Manga to the World: Showcasing diverse voices and styles from across Europe.
Why Otabushi Took Place
Otabushi was born from a deep love for manga and a belief that European creators deserve a platform to shine. Talented artists across Europe often struggle to find support and visibility in a market dominated by large international players.
We aim to fill this gap by creating a space where creators are valued, their voices heard, and their work celebrated. Every artist’s journey matters — and we believe in breaking barriers, building bridges, and fostering creativity so European manga flourishes locally and globally.
What Otabushi Hopes to Achieve
At Otabushi, our vision is to become the leading European platform that nurtures, showcases, and celebrates manga by passionate European artists. We aim to:
Empower Creators: Provide artists with the tools, resources, and community support to develop their craft and share their unique stories.
Build Connections: Cultivate a vibrant network of creators, readers, and industry professionals to learn and grow together.
Expand Access: Bring European manga to readers worldwide through digital platforms, print editions, and merchandise.
Champion Diversity: Celebrate the rich variety of voices and styles in European manga.
Innovate Publishing: Create transparent, flexible models that respect artists’ rights and open new revenue streams.
Our journey has just begun, and we are committed to walking it with every artist who shares our passion for storytelling and creativity.
Meet the team
We’re a passionate team dedicated to bringing European manga to life.
Stelian Sipos
Founder
