Yasuke, Netflix’s upcoming anime, will be many viewers’ first introduction to a real figure in Japanese history. Yasuke was a real samurai — one of Oda Nobunaga’s retainers. Despite Japan’s incredibly storied …
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All of Hayao Miyazaki’s films from Kiki’s Delivery Service onward have been blockbuster hits in Japan, but they haven’t been anywhere near as successful in American theaters. That’s not to …
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Computer-generated animation is a controversial subject in the world of anime. For many, CG is often a necessary means to cut corners. While it can sometimes gain acclaim among anime enthusiasts, the majority …
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When Monster Hunter was released last December, viewers had no idea what to expect. The film’s release had been met with mid to low ratings from critics but has also …
WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Episode 23 of Higurashi: When They Cry – Gou, “Village Destroying – Part 6,” now streaming on Funimation. The “Village Destroying” arc has answered …
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It’s time to d-d-d-d… Deku? Jasco Games has teamed with Asmodee USA for a collectible card game based on the popular manga/anime series My Hero Academia (Boku no Hero Academia), which …
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In the internet age, people are naturally curious to know what others think of their favorite shows, which has given rise to the ‘reaction video’ as a form of entertainment. …
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The My Hero Academia anime is almost like an ensemble cast series. Izuku Midoriya may be the main protagonist, but many of his classmates get their fair share in the spotlight. …
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Dragon Ball and Pokemon are two of the biggest names in anime, with the latter also being a premiere video game franchise. One video game series that isn’t as mainstream, …
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Sunrise Beyond and BANDAI SPIRITS recently announced a new joint project in the mecha anime genre, Koukai Senki, set for release this fall. The new anime series takes place in …
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