Piracy Persists Because Otaku Are Poor, They Say
An online survey revealed that one of the main motivations for users to watch anime content illegally, or so-called "piracy," is that subscription services are too expensive. According to an online survey of 988 U.S. <span class="bg-warning">adult</span>s conducted by the news site CordCutting, one-third of [...]
Why did Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie fail?
There is no doubt that "Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie (Kawaii dake ja Nai Shikimori-san)" was one of the most anticipated anime of 2022. Based on a popular romantic comedy manga, the series should have had everything it needed to stand out from an especially tough competition. Unfortunately, the hype of the series [...]
The future of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is at risk
The "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure" community is on tenterhooks after receiving the news that renowned Japanese animator Shunichi Ishimoto has left animation studios David Production. This surprise departure has generated a wave of concern among fans of the franchise, as Ishimoto was considered one of the key members of the [...]
The Best Isekai Anime According to the West
The anime community is thrilled with the reveal of a new ranking highlighting the best isekai anime, based on ratings compiled from the influential MyAnimeList database. This exciting list has been meticulously compiled to offer a fresh and varied perspective on the isekai genre, with the particularity that [...]
They believe that Jujutsu Kaisen was once again left without a director
In many previous articles we have already talked about the reputation of MAPPA studios within the anime industry. Although praised for its super-productions such as "Jujutsu Kaisen" and "Shingeki no Kyojin," the studio has gone through a considerable amount of controversies related to the exploitation of its animators, which in turn stem from the fact that [...]
Mushoku Tensei is not popular with women
We've previously talked about GEM Partners' listings, which show the most-watched series week after week across streaming platforms in Japan. While many pass this list off as "the most official of the official", in reality they are simply surveys similar to those made by websites [...]
Asuka Langley is the favorite of the creator of Evangelion
Renowned anime and live-action film director Hideaki Anno wowed fans at an exhibit dedicated to his outstanding career in Nagoya. The exhibition, which housed approximately 2000 objects representative of his creative activities, offered a deep dive into Anno's world, from his first sketches to the details behind his [...]
Malaysia wants to build a monument to Kento Nanami
The ambitious project to erect a monument honoring the character Kento Nanami from "Jujutsu Kaisen" has not yet begun in Malaysia. Leong Yu Man of the Pahang Ministry of Unity, Tourism and Culture explained that the construction of the monument, which has experienced a delay of more than four months, is being delayed due to [...]
Anime That Were 'Disappointing' To Watch Them Again
Anime lovers on Reddit find themselves immersed in a lively debate about the evolution of their tastes and perceptions in relation to the series they once loved. The question that triggered this discussion was direct and profound: "What's an anime you loved but were disappointed to watch again?" Users [...]
MAPPA or Project No.9 Would Owe China Money
It is a reality that anime is no longer produced in Japan, but the studios themselves hire international companies to help them get the projects out in the time designated by the production committee. Many of the animators come from China and South Korea, but hires have been reported from Europe, [...]
Is The Dangers in My Heart the best romcom ever?
In a lively debate on a Reddit forum, members have been discussing whether the anime "The Dangers in My Heart (Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu)" deserves to be considered the best romantic comedy in anime history. This discussion comes amid growing interest in the franchise, which recently [...]
Best Anime Songs According to Japan
The TV special "Gaikoku Hito ga Gachi de Touhyou! World Anime Song General Election" unveiled the long-awaited TOP 20 of the most iconic anime songs in history according to fans around the world. In a survey aimed at 1,740 anime enthusiasts residing outside of Japan, they were asked to select [...]
Best Anime To Watch With Your Mom
In a lively debate, members of a feedback forum have been discussing the best anime series or movies to enjoy together with their mothers. While the idea of sharing the love of anime with family may be tempting, many expressed reservations due to the perception that the [...]
Blue Archive Could Dominate in Sales This Season
Anime enthusiasts in Japan are eagerly anticipating that the anime adaptation of "Blue Archive" will become the undisputed champion of Blu-ray/DVD sales during the current Spring-2024 season. The reason? An ingenious strategy on the part of the production that promises to appeal to the large player base of the popular [...]