Anime and Manga
The Western Influences Behind Junji Ito’s Manga Work
The spiral of horror influences twists through Jaws, H.P. Lovecraft, and more.
By Joshua Meyer 4 min read
Tweet of the Week #150: Japanese Countryside Anime vs Reality
Are small towns and the countryside just as beautiful in real life as depicted in anime?
5 Japanese Anime Heroes Who Are Actually Jerks
Ruining your childhood one character at a time.
What to Watch on Netflix Japan in 2020: 10 Recommendations
Add these to your watch-list in preparation for Japan’s upcoming humid summer.
Everything You Need to Know About the Studio Ghibli Netflix Release
Netflix will add 21 Studio Ghibli films starting on Feb. 1. Here are the underrated films you need to binge.
7 Geeky Gifts for the Otaku in Your Life
Get your geek on with these present picks!
5 Spine-Chillingly Scary Japanese Anime Characters
Happy Halloween from some of our favorite horror genre protagonists.
5 Must-Read Manga From the 90s You’ve (Probably) Never Heard Of
Essential 90s manga titles for a taste of dystopia, mystery, Sci-Fi, comedy and more.
The Popularity of Gay Manga in Japan: What are ‘Bara’ and ‘Yaoi’ and Who Are Its Fans?
Japanese manga and anime depicting gay sex have a huge fanbase here and abroad. So what's it all about?
Netflix Japan: 10 Series to Binge in 2019
Turn on the AC, buy some ice cream, and check out these recommended titles on Japanese Netflix.
What is the Meaning of Weeaboo or Weeb?
Ever wondered what, “being a weeb” or, “God I really hate weeaboos” means? Let us educate you on this popular internet slang.
Tenki No Ko (Weathering with You): The Story, Themes, and Music Revealed So Far
Your Name director Makoto Shinkai's new film hits theaters next Friday. So what can we expect?
