About Mainegaka LLC in Portland, ME

When you step into Mainegaka, you're entering the Northeast's first manga lounge—a space built specifically for fans, creators, and curious newcomers across Portland and surrounding areas. We're not a bookstore or a traditional café. We're a third space designed for connection, discovery, and shared experiences centered around manga, anime, and fandom culture.

We founded Mainegaka to fill a gap in Maine's creative community: a welcoming place where people could gather, read, explore new series, and celebrate the stories and art they love. Whether you've been a fan for years or you're just beginning your journey into the manga world, you'll find your place here.

Our mission is simple—create an inclusive, comfortable environment where creativity and community thrive. Every corner of our lounge reflects that vision, from the reading spaces to the events we host throughout the year.



Discover what makes Mainegaka a home for fandom culture in Portland.

Mainegaka was founded to do something different. Instead of focusing on retail transactions, we built a gathering space—a lounge where you can settle in with a new volume, attend a themed event, or simply spend time with others who share your interests. We combine reading access, community programming, and a warm atmosphere under one roof.

Portland's creative and pop-culture scene is vibrant and growing, and we're proud to be part of it. From the brick facades of the Old Port to the indie energy of the Arts District, this city values originality and connection. That same spirit lives in everything we do, from the way we design our space to the events we curate each month.

We're proud to support Maine's fandom community and continue building a space where everyone—whether lifelong fan or first-time visitor—feels welcomed and inspired.

Learn more about our upcoming events and what's happening at the lounge.