Manga Creator Spotlight: Hiroya Oku on Inuyashiki
Hiroya Oku is an alchemist of storytelling. He closely studies theories behind storytelling in every popular media, imbibes them, and somehow transforms them into a truly original story that no one has ever seen before.
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The Zen of BooBies: Buddhism in Space Dandy
Space Dandy: the silly adventures of a dandy guy in space... or a complex story about achieving and rejecting Buddhist Enlightenment over the course of many lifetimes? Why not both? Join us as we examine the the hidden philosophical and religious themes within Shinichiro Watanabe's hit comedy.
by removed_user
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Current and 90s Pop Culture References in Samurai Flamenco
Samurai Flamenco is full of action, superheroes, larger than life monsters, and references. The anime is filled to the brim with head nods and references to 90s and current pop culture. Can you name them all? Samunenco Reference Scouts, assemble!
by Littoface
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Cute magical girls may appeal to some people, but there's nothing hotter than a mature and elegant woman who has mastered the ways of magic. We'll be counting down ten of the hottest witches in anime, with only one woman being selected per anime.
by removed_user
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The Legacy of Toonami: Past, Present, and Future
Where would American anime fandom be without Toonami? Take a look down memory lane at Toonami's greatest moments and look ahead to the future of the block's current incarnation on Adult Swim!
by removed_user
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It was recently announced that Production I.G's upcoming series, Perfect Bones, will premiere exclusively on Netflix. That means it will be "the first ever original anime title to debut all episodes simultaneously in 190 countries around the world." Let's explore why this is such exciting news!
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The Most Exciting Anime of 2016: Writer's Corner
In this edition of Writer's Corner, five of our writers discuss the 2016 anime they most look forward to. From action to drama, which one do you agree with most?
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Aniblogging: So is That Really a Thing?
Anime blogs are an integral part of the fan experience in the West. But what makes someone decide to become an anime blogger– and what does the future hold for aniblogging?
by GuardianEnzo
18,479 views
Is Mahou Shoujo Madoka☆Magika Yuri?
There are many hints towards this show having a deeper yuri context, and a lot of the fans can agree! Here are some pieces of evidence to support that theory!
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Top 15 Most Iconic Anime Masks
Masks are worn for a variety of reasons－protection purposes, fashion, to hide one's identity, and so on. This goes for anime characters as well. The mysterious allure of their secret identity is something of true beauty. Let's check out some of the most iconic anime masks in existence!
by Ai_Sakura
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Guide to the Studio Ghibli Museum - Come meet Totoro and his friends!
I'm sure you have watched at least one of the array of Ghibli masterpieces out there. My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke - the list goes on and on! Alongside two adorable guides, let us delve into the whimsical world of Ghibli at the famous Studio Ghibli Museum in Mitaka!
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Horus, Prince of the Sun - The Origin of Studio Ghibli
Due to their work at Studio Ghibli, Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata are now two of the most acclaimed directors in the world of anime. But even legends have roots. Before Ghibli, these two creators worked on Horus: Prince of the Sun, a revolutionary film that helped anime evolve into an art form.
by removed_user
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Top 10 Best Anime Schools You Wish Were Real!
Studying in real life requires a lot of hard work we sometimes wish studying should be a bit more fun and interesting like the ones we use to see in animes. So, given a chance to be your ideal anime character, which anime school would you like to study?
by akirajasmine
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Madoka Magica and Sailor Moon: Not All Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
When we think of magical girl anime, we think of cute high school girls worrying about schoolwork and boys in the day and transforming into heroes at night. But not all magical girls' lives are so carefree. So get ready to explore the magical girl anime Sailor Moon and Madoka Magica more closely!
by mkane
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Top 50 Anime Girls with Pink Hair on MAL
Here's a list of the top 50 pink-haired characters from the anime world based on MAL rankings. Anyone who's under the illusion that all things pink are to be placed under the category of "kawaii" need an awakening, because these girls with pink hair are far from being marshmallows or show pieces.
by Animae333
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What Assassination Classroom Teaches Us
A classroom of assassins and an impossibly fast superbeing responsible for destroying most of the moon - Assassination Classroom isn't your average high school anime! But what makes this series so different to others like it?
by melodius
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Top 10 Best Anime Omake - What are Omake?
Have you ever wondered what omake are or if they’re even worth watching? Are they just filler or are they something different entirely? Let’s learn the difference with this collection of 10 of the best omake in the worlds of anime and manga!
by TLBickler
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Bubuki Buranki is a bit strange. Here’s why that’s a good thing.
Bubuki Buranki is a new, giant mech anime that offers some significant action and emotion. Yet there are some aspects to the show that many viewers may find just a bit strange.
by samcook
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Naruto SD And More Anime Spin-Offs!
According to TV Tropes, "spin-offs are when part of a successful show, usually characters, but sometimes a general concept, are taken and given a second show of their own." Fans enjoy revisiting beloved universes, so there have been many anime spin-offs over the years. Read on to learn more!
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11 of the Coolest Gadgets and Technology Found in Anime
Anime is such a forward-looking medium, which constantly exposes us to some of the coolest technology. Outlandish weaponry, robot companions, strange capsules, right through to bleeding-edge gaming devices, are just a few gadgets that will delight even the most technologically obsessed!
by MisterD98
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