Maid in Akihabara : Episode 1 Review and Analysis Taking a look at Akihabara, otaku, and maid cafesĭo you know Akiba-kei? Meeting real otaku in Akihabara The Fans Who Would Be Kings My review of: The Notenki Memoirs: Studio Gainax and the Men Who Created EvangelionĪ look at "The Four Revolutions of Anime" An historical overview of four major anime titles with a discussion of the Otaku Generation Into the Otakingdom: Days and Nights with Toshio Okada My experiences with the Otaking
My Thoughts on Anime : An Interview In 2004, a high school student interviewed me as part of her research project on anime. Follow the link to hear what I had to say. Talking About Otaku with Weekly Anime Review In 2006, I was interviewed by the Weekly Anime Review Podcast. The Evolution of the Otaku Concept More of my thoughts on the issue of otaku identity The Origins of "Otaku" Why did Japanese fans call each other "otaku"? The current status of "otaku" and Japan's latest youth crisis My thoughts on hikikomori and otaku In addition to my own essays, I've included interesting, informative, and sometimes humorous articles and links related to otaku: The Politics of Otaku My comments on the history of the word "otaku" and its usage (left) The classic characters of Gainax, otaku animators extraordinaire Perhaps the otaku ideal (its basic attitude) is something we should aspire Individuals encouraged or willing to learn about anything in-depth. I think that the otaku phenomenon is truly fascinating,Īnd perhaps even refreshing in our society where dilletantes run rampantĪnd everything is presented on the surface-level, with very few There are anime otaku, car otaku,Ĭomputer otaku, idol singer otaku, cosplay otaku, military otaku, etc.Īlthough some consider the term insulting and degrading, others wear it asĪ badge of honor. " otaku" has a variety of Japanese meanings, but has come to refer MP3s, cels, models, video games, whatever. Information in whatever form pleases them-such as videos, posters, CDs (offsite link), artbooks, Refusing to be mindless consumers, die-hard fans are nonetheless voracious collectors of It is the dedicatedįans who seek to know the anime in-depth, beyond the surface, knowing such details as who worked on what show, the names and roles of the voice actors, the significance of certain design details, etc. Dedicated fans get involved, try to promote the artform, and are compelled to be creative in their "hobby," perhaps taking it a bit further than the original anime creators intended. To dedicated fans, anime is not something to be watched passively. I would say that I tend towards the hardcore side. There are casual viewers and then there are hardcore fans. Manga, read by boys and girls and men and women of all ages, account for over 40% of all books and magazines sold in Japan. The richness of anime owes much to Japan's huge manga industry/culture. Even children's anime is more intelligent than the average American fare (in my opinion). It is recognized as a respected medium of expression, where mature themes can be presented seriously. In Japan, animation is not "just for kids". The stories make you cheer, they make you cry, they make you laugh, they make you jump out of your seat, and they make you think. Just about any genre or style you can think of is represented in anime.
There are contemporary dramas, historical dramas, all sorts of comedies, science fiction stories, fantasy stories, horror stories. We're not simply talking about films "for the whole family," but films for each member of the family. You'll find anime for all age groups, from children to fully grown adults. The anime titles available on American store shelves are not even a close approximation of what is available in Japan in terms of pure volume and content.
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Anime is meant to be enjoyed, and is therefore a form of entertainment.and what a rich form of entertainment it is! full of variety and substance, and a reflection of Japan's fascinating culture. I also enjoy Japanese comics, known as manga (mahn-gah).Īnime is a legitimate artform, a medium of creative expression as diverse as it is deep. 'Anime' is the Japanese word for all animation, but the popular American usage of the term takes it to mean animation produced in Japan (by Japanese creators) for Japanese audiences. One of my hobbies is Japanese animation, also known as anime (ah-nee-may). (right) Komiria, the eldest daughter of Max and Miria Jenius from Macross "What is anime, and what's so great about it, anyway?"
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