Just like many anime fans, Akira (1988) was the first anime movie that I ever saw. It inspired many fans to look into what at the time was called Japanamation, but is now known as anime. It is the most important film of the genre. Written and directed by Katsuhiro Otomo, Akira is based off ...
Japan has a peculiar amount of cultural difference compared to America, hence there is a large population of people (especially younger generations) that would do just about anything to learn the language. As I teach Japanese, I have found the number one reason a person wants to learn this new language is because he/she wants ...
Ever watched a Japanese anime and wondered what they were saying? Okay, well you’ve probably watched it with subtitles, but what exactly do the words really mean? And how can you learn and apply them? For many, learning Japanese is common, not only in the U.S where anime has taken off with stunning alacrity since ...
Japanese animation is undoubtedly growing and becoming more popular in America. For me, interest started in the late 90s when the English version of Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon — also known as Pretty Soldier Sailor Moon or Sailor Moon — debuted in America. Other popular ongoing Americanized anime series include Pokemon or Yu-Gi-Oh!. For someone ...
Japanese animation has been popular for a long time and appeals to adults and children. The stories and the artistic style are quite distinct from animation in the United States. For one thing, not all anime films are made for young audiences. Everything from high-tech action, romance, and fairy-tale fantasy can be found illustrated in ...
Princess Mononoke is an animated feature from acclaimed Japanese director Hayao Miyazaki. Although Japanese animation can be seen virtually everywhere now and has solidified itself in a thriving western market, few anime features match the power of Princess Mononoke. Beautiful imagery, strong characters, and a message that can be followed even in our jaded reality ...
Japanese animation otherwise known as anime, is growing in population. Many people enjoy watching it as well as reading Japanese manga. In different cities across the nation are anime conventions throughout the year. Some are smaller while others draw in crowds by the thousands. The basic happenings at an anime convention are panels, workshops, a ...
Anime fascination, an obsession with Japanese animation, is a trend that is currently sweeping the US, giving birth to a subculture phenomenon. But what are what items are considered to be the best gifts for anime fan girls? To know just what to buy for your favorite anime fan girl, you must first know a ...
Anime encompasses every genre known to filmmakers and writers, so it’s not easy to choose the best of the bunch. There are a few movies, however, that stand out to fans both new and old. The most notable anime film in the minds of many is Akira, released in Japan in 1988. An immediate blockbuster ...
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