Who is Mana?
Mana is the creator and leader of the Japanese rock band Moi dix Mois. Mana has been working in the music industry for more than twelve years now. He was once a cofounder of the legendary visual kei band, Malice Mizer. However, Malice Mizer went on undetermined hiatus in 2001 for variouse reasons unkown to the public. Mana's dream in life is to make the 'ultimate sound' in music that appeals to his style. Music is Mana's number one priority in life but he is also a primary designer of his own clothing line, Moi-meme-Moitie, producing Gothic Lolita and Aristocrat styles.

Why do some people refer to him as "Mana-Sama"?
"Sama" is a Japanese suffix generally used for those held in high status. This suffix is a reference not only to status but also extreme politeness. Generally people who are reguarded highly in their professions may gain this suffix by their peers, for example, doctors and important political or religious figures. The most common litteral translations of "Sama" are "Lord" or "Master". One is not generally supposed to refer to themself as "Sama" as it is considered extremely arrogant, but we love Mana reguardless!!

Is Mana a man or a woman?
Mana is a man. Although there are times where he will wear more feminen styles using dresses, female hair styles, and make up, he has once said before, "it is not my life ambition is not to be a woman." Mana uses feminen styles as an Aesthetic representation. He feels that while there is naturally a physical difference between male and female, anyone should be able to dress/look however they wish and gender should not be an issue of it. On a side note, there are also a couple MP3s and video clips floating around the internet of Mana actually talking and he has a deep male voice.

Is Mana gay?
No, Mana is not gay. While Mana has never defined his sexual orientation, he does occasionally talk about what he is attracted to in females.

How come Mana never talks?
Mana has tried to explain this in a variety of ways. In the past he has said the reason is that he is shy and does not like to talk to people who do not share his same interests. However, more currently Mana generally claims his reason for not speaking in public is that he would rather let his music speak for him. Mana DOES talk, just not in public infront of fans.

Is Mana arrogant?
I think the answer to this question is a matter of opinion. I have met Mana before and he was extremely kind and giving. I have also had the pleasure to talk with other Japanese artists about Mana and they generally always say good things about him. He takes his work seriously, but he is still extremely dedicated, caring, and considerate. For this reason, many people really seem to look up to him -- even in the Japanese music industry.

What is Mana's real name?
Mana himself has never released his name to the public. This topic is extremely controversial and there are tons of assumptions of what his name is, but it has never been physically proven. Mana likes everyone to know him as Mana, and thus I believe that is something that will always stick for him in the public eye.

How old is Mana?
Once again, this is a largely debated question. Almost everyone has their own thoughts and beliefs on Mana's age. Nobody REALLY knows except for Mana, his friends, and his family along with whoever else he might have chosen to tell.

Does Mana really hate Gackt?
Mana and Gackt have not talked to each other for a while now (that anyone is aware of). Only them and the people they are close to seriously know what kind of terms they are on.

How do you get all your information?
Mon+Amour, Interviews, Translations, Videos, MP3s, websites I find to be trustworthy, etc. You just have to keep your eyes out and have an open mind. Be skeptical even! Not everything you find or hear on the internet will be 100% true all the time.

I want to stay updated with new Mana information as it comes out. Do you have any ideas how I can be well informed?
Just keep visiting this website and join the forums! I post Mana information on the website and forums as soon as I receive it. The only thing I will not publicize is Mon+Amour information. That is something you will have to get on your own as there is an international fanclub open for anyone to join. However, I do have a private section of my forums dedicated to Mon+Amour which I do post updates and translations of current Madoushos that Mon+Amour has not translated themselves. In order to access that portion of the forums though, you will need to provide me with some form of proof of Mon+Amour membership.