Are there any significant legal or copyright differences between Manga and Western Comics?

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Are there any significant legal or copyright differences between Manga and Western Comics?
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Yes, copyright laws and regulations regarding fan translations and derivative works differ significantly between Japan and Western countries. Japanese copyright law is generally stricter, making fan translations more legally complex. Licensing and distribution agreements also vary.