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Despite the fact that most modern Japanese people aren’t devout practitioners of any particular religion (Buddhism and Shintoism are thought of as more cultural than spiritual, for the most part), plenty of anime use religion or religious symbolism as part of their stories in one way or another. So, let’s take a closer look at several shows that approach the subject in different ways to see what the medium of anime has to say about religion!
This summer is shaping up to be a tumultuous time of uprising, fear, economic downturn, and disease – certainly historic and important, but not exactly the lighthearted “fun in the sun” atmosphere we look forward to every year. So, in the spirit of this very unique summer that we’re living in, here are 5 anime beach scenes that aren’t your typical swimsuit fanservice fluff. This is going to get dark... but, aren’t you used to that by now?
We’re sure you remember the 2017 anime adaptation of Land of the Lustrous, with its groundbreakingly gorgeous CG animation and unique gem-like characters, but have you ever read the manga? Haruko Ichikawa’s seinen saga has been in continuous publication in Monthly Afternoon magazine since 2012, and now it’s reached over 80 chapters (the anime only covered through chapter 31). It explores complex themes like identity and faith, delves deeply into Buddhist symbolism, and features some incredible artwork that brings this unique fantasy world to life in a completely different way than the anime does. Here’s why you need to read Land of the Lustrous!
The main heroes and villains of an anime always get the most attention, but spare a thought for the fantastic supporting characters who back them up. Even though they don’t have as much screentime or character development as the leads, supporting characters can make a huge impact on the story with just a few actions.
Today, we’re counting down the Top 10 Supporting Characters in Anime. Their roles may be small, but they’re far from forgettable. Let’s get started!
Christmas is the best season of the year to spend time with your family and friends. And, if you’re lucky, maybe you have a significant other to cuddle by the fireplace. All of that led us to wonder... which anime girls would we want to spend Christmas with if we could? Whether romantically tinged (as it tends to be in Japan) or not, who would be the best girl to help us get in the holiday spirit? Let’s take a look at them; the Top 10 Anime Girls to Spend Christmas With!
One of our favorite things about anime is that it tends to be so over-the-top. Crazy costumes, grandiose displays of emotion, intense action, and gravity-defying hair are par for the course in this world. But nothing puts us on the edge of our seats more than when our favorite characters defy death in spectacular ways.
Whether they hang on through their own strength or some sort of miraculous assistance, these ironclad survivors are living proof that the grim reaper can’t always win. Let’s take a look at the top 10 anime characters who narrowly escaped death!
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