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BL manga creator Inma R. brings her digital comics and storytelling to Heroes Made in Asia 2026
Spanish BL manga creator Inma R. brings her digital comics and storytelling to Heroes Made in Asia 2026
Meet popular Webtoon artist Nuria Sanguino at Heroes Made in Asia 2026
Meet popular WEBTOON artist Nuria Sanguino at Heroes Made in Asia 2026. Discover her digital romance comics and meet her in person at Jaarbeurs Utrecht.
Bringing Japanese Food, Culture, and Culinary Excellence to Heroes Made in Asia with Osaka-Born Chef Miyuki Masuda
Join Heroes Made in Asia on March 21 & 22 for a journey into Asian cuisine! Enjoy authentic street food, live cooking demos by top chefs, and hands-on workshops.
Zack Davisson returns to Heroes Made in Asia in Jaarbeurs Utrecht!
Zack Davisson returns to Heroes Made in Asia in Jaarbeurs Utrecht!
From The Tarot of the Divine to DC Comics, Yoshi Yoshitani will be a guest at Heroes Made in Asia 2026!
Eisner-nominated artist Yoshi Yoshitani joins Heroes Made in Asia 2026! Explore worlds ranging from DC Comics to The Tarot of the Divine. Tickets Nov 14, 12:00.
Shintaro Kago, master of surreal and absurd manga, will be at Heroes Made in Asia 2026!
Meet Shintaro Kago at Heroes Made in Asia 2026! Iconic master of surreal, absurd manga. Don’t miss it. Tickets available Nov 14 at 12:00.
Gou Tanabe, Master of Horror Manga, joins Heroes Made in Asia 2026!
Master of horror manga Gou Tanabe joins Heroes Made in Asia 2026! Meet the acclaimed H.P. Lovecraft adapter in Utrecht on March 21–22, 2026.
Let us know which guests you want to see at Heroes Made in Asia 2026!
At every edition several Special Guests are eager to meet you. Immortalise your meeting with them by buying a photo or autograph in the Guest Area. Attend one of the Q&A panels at the Main Stage and ask your burning questions.
40 years of Studio Ghibli!
To celebrate this anniversary, not one, but two documentaries about Hayao Miyazaki are playing in cinemas. And we’re joining the celebration with a giveaway!
Takoyaki: The Ultimate Street Snack Turned Anime Favorite
Learn how to make takoyaki! The iconic Japanese street snack made famous in anime! Easy recipe, fun tips & where to try it at Heroes Made in Asia.
Discover K-Pop, K-Beauty, Food, and Culture at Heroes Made in Asia
From K-pop and K-dramas to Korean beauty, food, and fashion, South Korea blends tradition and modernity like no other. Explore its culture, travel highlights, and the global Korean Wave.
Step Inside the World of Anime & Manga at Heroes Made in Asia
Anime and manga are no longer just entertainment from Japan, they are global cultural powerhouses that inspire millions of fans every day. Whether you grew up watching Dragon Ball Z
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