Manga Printing
Let Your Imagination Run Wild with Our World-Class Manga Printing Services
From Naruto and Death Note to One Piece, Dragon Ball, and Fullmetal Alchemist, Japanese manga—with their rich storytelling, bold characters, and visual flair—have taken the world by storm.
At QinPrinting, we share your love for manga and the creative freedom it represents. Whether you’re an indie mangaka or a publisher with a big series in the works, our expert team, advanced print technology, and friendly customer service make us one of the top choices for independent manga printing worldwide.
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Whenever I have a creative idea, their team goes above and beyond to help bring it to life. I’ve printed four comic books with them, and each time, they’ve exceeded my expectations. If you’re considering a printer, take a chance on these friendly, reliable folks—they truly value your business. - Chad Townsend, Creator of The Black Phantom.
But working with Nelson was an absolute pleasure. He patiently addressed all my concerns, and my final printed book was just as I would hope it would be.
The sample kit they have available is a must-order for your project. It has every type of paper and finish with a bunch of sample products they've worked on, which helped me make an informed decision about how I wanted my game to look and feel.
The final product(s) arrived within their estimated window and in excellent condition. It still feels surreal to hold it in my hands, and it feels like a legitimate game—because it is!! All thanks to this incredibly talented and professional team.
I feel relieved to have a trusted manufacturer to continue printing my products as sales come in. They're truly worth every penny. Thank you, QinPrinting!!!
Common Manga Sizes
Common Manga Sizes
We can print your manga in any size you prefer, although non-standard custom sizes may incur a slightly higher cost due to the extra work involved in preparing plates and setting up the machines.
In the Australian market, the most common sizes for manga comics are:
- 128 mm × 182 mm (B6, standard manga size)
- 135 mm × 210 mm (similar to trade paperback)
- 148 mm × 210 mm (A5)
- 210 mm × 297 mm (A4, typically for larger formats or anthologies)
From a commercial perspective, it’s often a good idea to choose one of the more popular formats. They’re cost-effective, align with reader expectations, and reduce setup time, which helps ensure faster turnaround.
For your first manga, we recommend printing in 128 mm × 182 mm (B6), the standard manga size widely used in Australia and internationally.
Paper Options for Printing Manga
The paper you choose for your manga printing affects its appearance, durability and overall cost. Many commercially produced manga titles use lightweight, coated paper for colour interiors. These standards work well for most manga.
At QinPrinting, we recommend 105 gsm, 128 gsm, or 157 gsm coated paper, or 80 gsm or 100 gsm uncoated paper for manga interiors. These stocks provide a crisp, vibrant finish for the artwork and ensure that text remains clear and easy to read. They also help prevent artwork from “bleeding through” to the reverse side of the page.
Choosing interior paper also depends on the book’s size and thickness. As a general guideline, we suggest using thinner paper for smaller books. Thinner paper makes the book easier to open flat, which is ideal for compact manga formats. If the interior paper is too thick, smaller books may become difficult to open comfortably.
If the book is 216 mm × 279 mm or larger, we recommend using heavier paper for the interior, such as 128 gsm or 157 gsm coated, or 100 gsm uncoated. For books with 32 pages or fewer where you wish to use perfect binding, we recommend 200 gsm coated paper to achieve the necessary spine width.
Paperback Cover Paper
- 200 gsm gloss cover paper
- 250 gsm gloss cover paper
- 300 gsm gloss cover paper
- 350 gsm gloss cover paper
- 200 gsm matte cover paper
- 250 gsm matte cover paper
- 300 gsm matte cover paper
Hardcover Paper
- 157 gsm coated cover paper wrapped on 2 mm greyboard
- 157 gsm coated cover paper wrapped on 2.5 mm greyboard
- 157 gsm coated cover paper wrapped on 3 mm greyboard
- Other paper options wrapped on greyboard
Interior Paper Options
- 105 gsm coated text paper
- 128 gsm coated text paper
- 157 gsm coated text paper
- 200 gsm coated text paper
- 80 gsm uncoated text paper
- 100 gsm uncoated text paper
- 120 gsm uncoated text paper
The paper used for your manga cover will depend on the binding style you select. We typically produce manga covers using heavier gloss art paper. However, you can also use the same paper as the interior, in which case the manga is referred to as “self-covered”.
Saddle stitching, perfect binding, and hardcovers are the most suitable options for manga. These binding methods offer a professional appearance and feel, and they are durable—standing up well to frequent reading and handling.
Special Finish Options
Here are some popular surface finishes that can enhance both the appearance and durability of your manga.
Shiny and reflective, perfect for vibrant graphics and photos.
Glossy highlights on specific areas for a striking contrast.
Smooth and non-reflective for a simple yet professional design.
Similar to matte lamination, but the resulting surface has a delightful, almost velvet feel.
A glossy finish applied to specific areas for a bold and distinct look.
Metallic or pigmented foil for a shiny, eye-catching effect.
Raised designs for added texture and elegance.
A recessed design that creates a tactile impression on the cover, adding texture and sophistication.
Cut a shape out of the paper material
Thin metallic foil—usually gold, silver, or bronze—is applied to the trimmed edges of your book's pages.
Custom patterns and images are sprayed on the edges for a truly unique appearance.
Print your design on a special paper that reflects light in a rainbow-like pattern.
Wrap your book in a durable synthetic leather material.
Cover your book with woven linen or cotton fabric.
Binding Options for Manga
While some clients request “self-covered” manga to keep costs as low as possible, the binding style you choose depends on the genre, length, reader expectations, and your budget. The most popular options for professional manga are saddle stitching and perfect binding. Some mangaka also opt for hardcovers for special editions or collected volumes.
Saddle Stitch Binding
Saddle stitching involves folding sheets and nesting them together, often with an additional cover sheet made from glossy art paper, then stapling them along the spine. The term comes from traditional sewing methods used in early bookbinding.
Saddle stitch is only suitable for page counts divisible by four, and generally allows up to 64 pages. However, to ensure a neat finish and that the book lies flat, we recommend a maximum of 48 pages for this binding method.
Perfect Binding
Perfect binding—commonly used for standard paperbacks—is also the most popular choice for manga. The interior pages are collated into a block and glued together, then attached to a wrap-around cover made from heavier art paper or lightweight card stock.
Self-covered books are the most economical option, while hardcovers are the most expensive. Saddle-stitched and perfect bound books fall somewhere in between. The final cost depends on factors such as materials, size, page count and the quantity printed in a single run.
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Manga Design and Artwork Tips
The quality of your artwork reproduction is of paramount importance when printing manga. You’ve put in the time, effort and creativity to bring your characters, story and illustrations to life—so naturally, you’ll want the printed result to leap off the page and capture the reader’s imagination. With that in mind, here are a few key tips to help you prepare your files for printing.
Export your files as vectors in PDF format for the best results. We recommend using Adobe Illustrator or Adobe InDesign for manga design. These programs also allow you to convert your colour space from RGB to CMYK, which is necessary for offset printing.
If you're unable to provide vector files—such as when exporting bitmaps from Photoshop—ensure the resolution is at least 300 dpi. While vectors scale without quality loss, raster images must be high resolution to avoid becoming blurry or pixelated when resized.
Be sure to add a 3 mm bleed to all edges of each page. The bleed is a margin beyond the finished page size, ensuring that artwork extends fully to the edges after trimming. Once printed, pages are cut down to the final size, and the bleed area is trimmed away. This prevents unwanted white borders. Bleed areas should be indicated using red guidelines.
Inside the trim line, leave a 10 mm safe zone. This ensures that no important text or image elements are too close to the edge. Keeping key content within this safety margin avoids it being trimmed off or looking misaligned.
If you’re working with a professional designer, they’ll likely be familiar with these file preparation standards. But if you’re designing your manga yourself, it’s essential to follow these guidelines before submitting your files.
Rest assured, our team manually checks every file before printing. If we notice any issues, we’ll let you know and help you sort them out. We won’t proceed with printing until everything is in order and you’re completely happy with the proofs.
Need Help Preparing Your Files? We Offer a Free File Checking Service
Custom Manga Printing Costs
At QinPrinting, we work closely with doujinshi creators and self-published mangaka every day to produce stunning manga of exceptional quality. We also fully understand that many talented independent creators need to publish on a tight budget. That’s why we’re committed to continually improving our processes—so we can deliver beautiful, professional-quality printed manga at prices that remain affordable.
So, how much will it cost to print your manga with us? You can get a quick idea from the at-a-glance price chart below. The actual cost of your project will depend on factors such as the type of paper you choose, the finish and coating for the cover and interior, the number of pages in your book, and more.
For an exact, tailored quote, use our Online Printing Cost Calculator—a fast and convenient way to get pricing based on your project specifications.
Unlike many offset printers who require a minimum order quantity (MOQ) of 500 or more copies, we’re happy to print as few as 100 copies per run. And as always, the more you print at once, the lower the unit cost.
How much does it cost to print a manga?
Manga Book Printing Price Chart (210 mm x 297 mm)
| Quantity | 100 copies | 500 copies | 1,000 copies | 2,000 copies | 5,000 copies | 10,000 copies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16pp + 4pp | Unit: $2.96 Total: $297 |
Unit: $0.83 Total: $414 |
Unit: $0.52 Total: $503 |
Unit: $0.37 Total: $730 |
Unit: $0.30 Total: $1,517 |
Unit: $0.27 Total: $2,765 |
| 20pp + 4pp | Unit: $3.82 Total: $381 |
Unit: $1.05 Total: $526 |
Unit: $0.65 Total: $652 |
Unit: $0.47 Total: $927 |
Unit: $0.38 Total: $1,859 |
Unit: $0.34 Total: $3,273 |
| 32pp + 4pp | Unit: $4.60 Total: $459 |
Unit: $1.31 Total: $677 |
Unit: $0.83 Total: $821 |
Unit: $0.61 Total: $1,232 |
Unit: $0.50 Total: $2,513 |
Unit: $0.47 Total: $4,652 |
| 40pp + 4pp | Unit: $5.53 Total: $552 |
Unit: $1.56 Total: $783 |
Unit: $1.02 Total: $1,013 |
Unit: $0.74 Total: $1,486 |
Unit: $0.62 Total: $3,074 |
Unit: $0.56 Total: $5,790 |
- Please note: All prices are EXW (Ex Works) from our facility and do not include shipping costs.
- Cover: 105 gsm coated cover paper
- Interior: 105 gsm coated text paper
- Binding: Saddle stitch
- Printing: Full colour on both cover and interior pages
And remember, at QinPrinting we’re real people ready to help with any questions you might have. Just get in touch by your preferred method — email, phone, or our easy online contact form. One of our expert team members will be happy to assist you.
Manga Crowdfunding
Unlike many other printing companies, we truly care about every client and appreciate the hard creative work involved in bringing a graphic novel to life—from the first spark of inspiration to the final printed copy. We genuinely want to see you succeed.
If you’re running a crowdfunding campaign, for example on Kickstarter, please talk to us first. We’re happy to support you with manga design templates for both interiors and covers, free artwork checks by our expert team, and special discounts on a range of tailored printing solutions.
Seriously, give us a call. We’re here to help.
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If you’re an indie author or small press wanting to print a comic book — and only the finest quality and unbeatable customer service will do — we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch today to discuss your needs or request a no-obligation quote. We can’t wait to help make your next comic the best it can be!
