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Seinen vs. Shonen — What's the Difference?

Difference Between Seinen and Shonen

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Seinen

A kind of manga written for an older male audience, generally 18-30 years old.

Shonen

A style of Japanese animation and comics aimed at a younger male audience.

Shonen

Being in the style of shonen comics or animation.

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