What is Comic Party?#
Comic Party is a unique blend of comedy and drama that dives deep into the world of otaku culture and self-publishing. The story follows Kazuki Sendou, an aspiring artist who finds himself at a crossroads after being rejected by his dream college. Through the influence of his friend Taishi Kuhonbutsu, Kazuki is introduced to the semiannual Comic Party convention.
What follows is a journey of creative discovery. Kazuki begins dedicating his time to writing and drawing his own doujinshi (self-published graphic novels), all while attempting to navigate the precarious balance between his schoolwork, financial stability, social life, and romance. If you enjoy stories centered on creative passions and parody, this is a series well worth your time. You can buy Comic Party merchandise to show your support for the art of doujinshi!
Is the Anime Really Finished?#
When asking “Is the anime finished?”, the answer for Comic Party is a bit nuanced due to the existence of multiple versions and a manga adaptation.
There are two distinct anime paths: the original series and the Revolution series (which includes an alternate retelling and a sequel). While these provide a comprehensive look at Kazuki’s journey, fans who want the absolute complete experience should look toward the source material. To ensure you haven’t missed any character beats or plot details, we highly recommend you buy the Comic Party manga.
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Recommended Watch Order#
Because Comic Party has a few different entries and an alternate retelling, the order in which you watch them can change your experience. Please refer to the relationship tree below the article for a visual guide to these connections.
Release Order#
If you want to experience the series exactly as it aired, follow this path:
- Comic Party (Original Anime) - Aired April to June 2001.
- Comic Party Special - Released September 2001.
- Comic Party Revolution (Alternate Retelling) - Released December 2003.
- Comic Party Revolution (Sequel) - Aired April to June 2005.
Completionist Order#
For those who want every single piece of content, we recommend the Release Order listed above, followed by reading the manga (first published in 2004) to fill in any gaps and see the original vision of the story.
Source Material Path#
For viewers who prefer to integrate the written word with the animation, you can watch the original 2001 anime series and then transition into the manga for a deeper exploration of the plot and characters.
Where to Watch and Read#
Ready to start your doujinshi journey? You can watch the anime on Prime Video (available via Crunchyroll collaboration in certain regions).
Whether you are here for the comedy, the drama, or the parody of convention culture, Comic Party offers a nostalgic look at the drive and struggle of independent creators.
Comic Party • manga • 2004-06-08
└─(related)→ Comic Party • anime • 2001-04-02 to 2001-06-25
└─(alternate retelling)→ Comic Party Revolution • anime • 2003-12
└─(sequel)→ Comic Party: Revolution • anime • 2005-04-04 to 2005-06-27
└─(related)→ Comic Party Special • anime • 2001-09-21
└─(related)→ Comic Party • manga • 
