Junji Ito, Reol, ALI, Lotus Juice, Shoji Kawamori, and Risa Ebata at Manga Barcelona 2026
Junji Ito, Reol, ALI, Lotus Juice, Shoji Kawamori, and Risa Ebata have been announced as the official guests of Manga Barcelona, taking place in 2026. This news, coming from the organizers' announcement, has greatly excited both manga and anime fans. The event is known as a major cultural festival held annually in Barcelona, Spain, welcoming thousands of visitors.
Junji Ito is a manga artist known especially for horror masterpieces such as Uzumaki, Tomie, and Gyo. In recent years, anime adaptations of his works have also garnered great attention. On the other hand, Reol has a global fan base with her electronic and J-pop songs; ALI, with their group blending anison and funk, have provided music for popular series like Jujutsu Kaisen. Lotus Juice is particularly known for his rap performances in the Persona series, while Shoji Kawamori is one of the creators of iconic mecha anime series such as Macross and Aquarion. Risa Ebata stands out for her animation work on productions like Mob Psycho 100 and Violet Evergarden.
Manga Barcelona stands out as the oldest and largest comic and anime festival in Spain. Its 26th edition, to be held in 2026, will host many domestic and international participants. In previous years, special exhibitions in memory of Kentaro Miura have been held, and names such as Yoshitaka Amano and Ryo-tama have been guests. This year's lineup offers a diverse selection from the worlds of manga, music, and animation.
The festival program will include artist signing sessions, panels, concerts, and special screenings. Particularly, Junji Ito's participation excites horror fans, while Shoji Kawamori's talk on mecha design is an unmissable opportunity for those interested in anime history. Live performances by the music group ALI and Lotus Juice will also color the event's atmosphere. Reol may talk about new projects in a session where she meets her fans.
Such major international events show how widespread manga and anime culture have become globally. A legend like Junji Ito meeting fans at a European festival is a rare experience, especially for Western readers. Ticket sales for Manga Barcelona 2026 are expected to start in the coming months. The detailed program and participation conditions will be published on the festival's official website. Mark your calendars now!
