Complete Anime & Manga SREF Codes for Midjourney
Curated anime and manga Midjourney SREF codes for Japanese animation styles. Works with --niji parameter for enhanced AI-generated anime artwork and manga aesthetics.
Anime & Manga SREF codes transform your Midjourney prompts into authentic Japanese animation and comic art styles. These codes apply specific anime aesthetics - from kawaii characters to seinen manga - without you needing to describe those stylistic details in your prompt. Simply add the code, describe your character or scene, and let the SREF handle the anime style.
Niji Parameter:
Most anime codes work beautifully with the --niji 6 parameter, which is Midjourney's anime-optimized model. Try adding --niji 6 to your prompts for enhanced anime generation.
Let SREF Handle the Style:
Don't add "anime style" or "manga art" to your prompts when using anime SREF codes. Just describe your character or scene - the code handles all the anime aesthetics automatically.
Browse by Style
Retro Anime
Authentic 80s-90s OVA (Original Video Animation) styles with hand-drawn aesthetics, bold outlines, and dramatic lighting from the golden age of anime.
Quick Codes:
--sref 1851216167- 80s-90s OVA dark fantasy with dramatic lighting and supernatural warriors--sref 2038889777- Vintage 80s-90s anime with classic cel animation look and vibrant colors
Modern Digital Anime
Contemporary digital animation styles with modern color rendering, smooth lines, and current production aesthetics.
Quick Codes:
--sref- [Add SREF code when available]
Studio Ghibli-inspired
Soft, painterly animation aesthetic with fluid character design, natural color palettes, and whimsical storytelling.
Quick Codes:
--sref- [Add SREF code when available]
Explore Studio Ghibli-inspired Styles
Chibi & Kawaii
Cute, deformed characters with exaggerated proportions, soft features, and adorable expressions perfect for playful and whimsical designs.
Quick Codes:
--sref- [Add SREF code when available]
Manga & Comic Style
Graphic manga and comic book aesthetics with bold lines, panel layouts, screen tones, and sequential art styling.
Quick Codes:
--sref- [Add SREF code when available]
Style Weight Guide
- 90-110 - Subtle anime influence with modern undertones
- 110-140 - Standard anime aesthetic with balanced style
- 140-180 - Strong anime dominance with bold character work
Start with --sw 120 and adjust based on how prominent you want the anime style.
Next Steps
Choose an anime style above to explore detailed codes and examples, or browse all SREF categories to discover other visual aesthetics.
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