Japan may be known for its bustling, neon-lit cities, but much of the country, as beautifully depicted in anime, still retains a peaceful, pastoral countryside. Many iconic anime set in rural ...

But anime is far more than just a form of entertainment. It’s a cultural phenomenon and a cornerstone of Japan’s soft power strategy. Through vibrant storytelling and unforgettable characters ...

Anime has captured the hearts of fans and critics worldwide. Every year, the Japanese industry racks up billions in profits and countless awards. But the gulf between the polished product on the ...

Genre also accounted for 6% of total global streaming revenue, with North America producing about $2.2 billion for streamers ...

You’ve reached your account maximum for followed topics. Anime popularity varies between Japan and the USA due to cultural differences. USA trending towards plot-focused anime, Japan prefers ...

Finding cool anime stuff can be hard when you live far from Japan. The Otaku Box ships fresh anime merch right to your d ...

It was another banner year for theatrical Japanese animation. Of the year’s 10 top-grossing films, half were anime features, according to box-office site PickScene. That includes the year’s ...

The market size of Japan's anime industry hit a record high of over 3 trillion yen in 2023, buoyed by brisk overseas sales, ...