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: A more recent study focusing on the "crowding out" effect of AI tools. It found that while comic artists remained relatively stable due to the need for stylistic consistency, individual illustrators saw a decline in post uploads following the launch of AI features.

: Published in the Electronic Journal of Contemporary Japanese Studies , this paper explores Pixiv through cultural, historical, and politico-economic lenses. It discusses how users communicate via visual media and examines the platform's relationship with traditional Japanese dōjinshi (fan comic) culture and the "gift economy". Fanart from Pixiv

: This paper suggests that manga fan art practices on platforms like Pixiv can impact pedagogy and nurture youth creativity. It highlights how readers engage in "what if" creative thinking through their art. : A more recent study focusing on the