Convert Photo to Chibi Character

Type what you want. Become an adorable chibi with oversized head in seconds.

Casual selfie of young woman in pink hoodie — Before

→

Same woman as adorable chibi character with oversized head — After

Drop your photo here

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Free • No signup

Popular use cases:

Anime fans
Social media profiles
Discord avatars
Gaming profiles
Kawaii enthusiasts
Profile picture transformation
Birthday gifts

Cost: Free No signup required
Time: Instant results in 15-30 seconds
Works on: Any device - browser, phone, tablet, desktop
Powered by: AI-powered photo editing

Scenario	Prompt	Time
Classic chibi	`convert to chibi anime style with oversized head and sparkly eyes`	20s
Happy chibi	`transform to excited chibi with huge smile and starry eyes`	20s
Chibi with outfit	`convert to chibi keeping my outfit in miniaturized cute form`	25s
Pet chibi	`transform pet to chibi anime character with huge sparkly eyes`	20s

How it works

Upload your photo

Drop your image into EditThisPic. JPG, PNG, and WebP up to 7MB work best. Clear portraits work great for chibi transformations - the AI needs to see your face and features clearly to create the cute version.

Expect: Simple portraits: 15-25 seconds. Photos with complex outfits or accessories: may need 1-2 refinements.
Describe the chibi style you want

Type your instruction: 'convert this photo into chibi anime style with oversized head and tiny body' or 'transform to kawaii chibi character with big sparkly eyes and cute proportions.' The AI understands chibi aesthetics - those signature huge heads, tiny bodies, and adorable expressions.

Tip: Add emotion cues like 'happy chibi' or 'excited expression' - chibi characters are all about exaggerated cute emotions.

Copy one of these to get started:

Classic cute chibi transformation convert this photo into chibi anime style with oversized head, tiny body, big sparkly eyes, and adorable kawaii expression
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Happy excited chibi transform to super cute chibi character with huge happy smile, starry eyes, pink blush cheeks, bouncy pose, maximum kawaii energy
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Chibi with outfit details convert to chibi anime character keeping my outfit and accessories, oversized head with big eyes, tiny body with cute simplified version of my clothes
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Couple or duo chibi transform both people into matching chibi characters with big heads, tiny bodies, cute poses, coordinated kawaii style
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3 more prompts

Pet chibi character convert this pet photo into chibi anime style - oversized head, tiny paws, huge sparkly eyes, maximum cuteness, kawaii animal character
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Chibi warrior/action pose transform to chibi anime character in dynamic action pose, oversized head, determined expression, tiny body doing heroic pose, cute but fierce
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Soft pastel chibi style convert to soft pastel colored chibi character, gentle expression, dreamy big eyes, delicate kawaii aesthetic, light pink and lavender tones
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Generate and review

Tap generate and examine the result. Check that the head-to-body ratio is properly chibi (head should be about half the total height), eyes are big and sparkly, and the overall look is cute and kawaii.
Refine with markers if needed

If the proportions need adjustment or certain features need more chibi treatment, tap markers on those areas and regenerate. Most chibi transformations nail the cute look on the first try.

Tip: Markers are optional. Chibi is a whole-character transformation that usually works perfectly without manual guidance.

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Convert Photo to Chibi Character

Drop your photo here

or click to browse

Release to upload

Free • No signup

"Made chibi versions of my whole friend group. Everyone's freaking out over how cute they look. The big heads and tiny bodies are absolutely perfect." @KawaiiArtFan

See it in action

Portrait to adorable chibi

A casual selfie transformed into the cutest chibi character with oversized head and sparkly eyes.

Prompt:

convert this photo into chibi anime style with oversized head, tiny body, big sparkly eyes, and adorable kawaii expression

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Before

Same man as chibi character in tiny suit with oversized head — After

Professional to kawaii chibi

A business headshot converted into a cute chibi version keeping the professional outfit miniaturized.

Prompt:

convert to chibi anime character keeping my outfit and accessories, oversized head with big eyes, tiny body with cute simplified version of my clothes

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Orange tabby cat sitting on couch — Before

Same cat as chibi anime character with huge sparkly eyes — After

Cat to chibi mascot

A tabby cat photo transformed into an impossibly cute chibi anime cat character.

Prompt:

convert this pet photo into chibi anime style - oversized head, tiny paws, huge sparkly eyes, maximum cuteness, kawaii animal character

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If something looks off

Head isn't big enough - looks like regular anime instead of chibi

Why: The AI created a standard anime style rather than the exaggerated chibi proportions.

Try:

transform to true chibi style with EXTREMELY oversized head taking up half the image, tiny stubby body, super deformed proportions, maximum head-to-body ratio

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Tip: Emphasize 'extremely oversized head' and 'super deformed' to get authentic chibi proportions.

Eyes aren't sparkly or cute enough

Why: Chibi eyes are characterized by their huge size and sparkle. More specific guidance helps.

Try:

convert to chibi with HUGE sparkly anime eyes with star reflections, multiple highlights, glossy kawaii eye style, expressive and shiny

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Tip: Chibi eyes should have multiple 'catchlights' or sparkles - mention this specifically.

AI changed the wrong area or something I didn't want changed

Why: The AI couldn't determine exactly which area you meant from description alone.

Try: Tap a marker on the specific area you want to keep unchanged, then regenerate with the same prompt

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Tip: Markers tell the AI 'I mean THIS one specifically.' Use them when description alone is ambiguous.

Colors look wrong or too dark

Why: Chibi style typically uses bright, cheerful colors. The AI needs color guidance.

Try:

transform to chibi with bright cheerful colors, vibrant skin tones, colorful kawaii aesthetic, light and happy color palette

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Tip: Chibi usually means happy, colorful vibes - mention bright colors for better results.

Facial features not recognizable

Why: Chibi is highly stylized, but should still capture your key features.

Try:

convert to chibi style while preserving my distinctive features - same hair color and style, same glasses/accessories, recognizable but in cute chibi form

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Tip: Mention specific features you want preserved - hair style, glasses, distinctive accessories.

Quick answers

Do I need to mark anything before creating the chibi character?

No. Just describe what you want: 'convert this photo into chibi anime style with oversized head.' The AI transforms your entire image automatically. Markers are only needed if you want to preserve specific areas unchanged.

How do I make a chibi version of myself for free?

Upload your photo to EditThisPic and type 'convert to chibi anime style with oversized head, big sparkly eyes, and tiny body.' The AI creates your cute chibi version in 15-30 seconds. No account, no login, no watermarks.

Is there a free chibi character maker without signup?

Yes. EditThisPic transforms your photos into chibi characters for free with no account required. Just upload, describe the cute style you want, and download. No watermarks added to your images.

What is the best AI tool for chibi-style photos?

EditThisPic is a free option that creates authentic chibi characters. Unlike basic filters, you can customize the style - happy expressions, specific outfits, action poses, or soft pastel aesthetics. The AI understands chibi anime conventions.

Can I make a chibi with a specific expression or pose?

Yes. Describe the emotion in your prompt: 'chibi with excited happy expression' or 'chibi in action pose.' The AI captures different moods - from sweet and shy to energetic and fierce, all in adorable chibi form.

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Convert Photo to Chibi Character

How it works

Upload your photo

Describe the chibi style you want

Generate and review

Refine with markers if needed

See it in action

Portrait to adorable chibi

Professional to kawaii chibi

Cat to chibi mascot

If something looks off

Quick answers

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