M a n g a B e n t o

MangaBento is an anything-goes gathering of artists and art lovers. Most of us are interested in Japan and anime/manga and its derivatives: Cosplay, doujinshi, computer art, gaming, etc.

We at MangaBento provide a place for artists to share ideas, create work, and learn new skills. We can introduce you to the basic tools and techniques used by artists, but it is up to you to develop and train yourself as an artist.

Bento relaxing at the Kon with Kamen Rider. Hongo seems a bit agitated.

Getting Ready for the Kon

Art After Dark at the Academy of Arts

Bari Bari 13 rock-a0-billy'd the house. The otaku's were out numbered 10 to 1 by normal people. Mangabento dominated with 29 Palms, Moosubi, Chibi

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kaen, and Haru decorating the walls while Kitsune took first in the Cosplay, Sakura took second in a different category to Sephi's first. Sakura bailed early and lost her prize!

Got the bands autograph and CD for a buck! It even has a set of custom guitar picks in the package.

My son in my paper mache Kikaida mask a couple years ago. He was featured here: Advertiser: Clever Costumes

Jiro and Mari from Kikaida and Kikaida 01 at the 2002 Kikaida Fest at the Japanese Cultural Center.

Photos from Japan by Robocon

Mangabento at Kawaii Kon 2007:

Ayumi, our founder. Drawing becomes a spectator sport when she is around.

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Manga Bento Exhibit 08

In December, Manga Bento will host an exhibit at Linekona Art Center in the up stairs gallery. Guide lines are in draft form at the above link. Start making stuff now!