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AnimeNew Akira Anime Project And Brand New Anime Film Keep Katsuhiro Otomo Busy
This is Orbital Era. It’s a new anime feature film from Akira creator Katsuhiro Otomo and Sunrise, the folks behind Gundam. This isn’t the only thing that he has been working on. Otomo has also announced a new Akira anime project as well as a 4K remaster of the original 1988 film. Below is the…
By Brian Ashcraft Published July 5, 2019 -
AnimeTen Anime To Watch If You Liked Neon Genesis Evangelion
So you just finished watching Evangelion on Netflix, and you’re wondering where to go from here. I have a few suggestions. Although Neon Genesis Evangelion is considered a classic among anime fans, a lot of people are seeing it for the very first time thanks to its availability on Netflix. If you’re one of those…
By Gita Jackson Published June 28, 2019 -
AnimeNew Anime Series Sarazanmai Is More Than Just Butt Jokes
When it comes to the work of anime director Kunihiko Ikuhara, you either connect with it or you don’t. Ever since the director, writer, provocateur, and social critic made his mark in 1997 with Revolutionary Girl Utena, he has delivered nothing but ambitious and surreal anime that deliberately addresses (and comments on) systems and major…
Christopher Lee Inoa Published June 26, 2019 -
AnimeA Translation Change Can’t Make That Evangelion Scene Less Gay
Though anime fans are overjoyed that Neon Genesis Evangelion has hit Netflix, making the series available to watch legally for the first time since 2011, the translation has frustrated some fans. The issues with the series’ translation seem to coalesce on one already divisive character: Kaworu Nagisa. Kaworu Nagisa is a teenage mech pilot who…
By Gita Jackson Published June 25, 2019 -
AnimeWhy Dragon Ball Super‘s Fight Scenes Have Looked Different On Toonami
The original Japanese versions of the Dragon Ball Super fight scenes are quick and relentless. However, on Toonami, they were edited and slowed down with dropped frames. Warning: This article contains footage that might be harmful to those with motion sensitivity or those prone to seizures. Dragon Ball Super began airing on Adult Swim since…
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 10, 2019 -
AnimeThe Perfect Apartment For An Evangelion Fan
Do you like Evangelion? Like, a lot? Then, you should live in this apartment in Gunma, Japan. Amazingly, it’s not the only apartment in the country that is Evangelion themed. Go figure! Located in the city of Maebashi, the two-bedroom apartment is 45,000 yen ($411), including maintenance fees. The kitchen cabinets, sliding doors and wallpaper…
By Brian Ashcraft Published May 16, 2019 -
AnimeDon’t Come To Japan To Make Anime, Says Japanese Animator
Freelance character designer Terumi Nishii is a talent artist (see above) and has an impressive list of anime credits. She’s worked on Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac and Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable, among others. She has lots experience and some frank advice. Via Game New Flash, here is some real talk for…
By Brian Ashcraft Published April 26, 2019 -
AnimeYour Spring 2019 Anime Guide [Updated]
Spring is in the air. But that’s not all. Anime is, too! Which new shows are you watching? Below are the shows for the latest spring season’s anime. Let us know in the comments which ones interest you. Updated: April 16 – 6:30 am: More simulcasts added. Ace of Diamond: Act II Studio: Madhouse Genre:…
By Brian Ashcraft Published April 17, 2019 -
AnimeFirst Look At Weathering With You, The Follow Up To Your Name
Your Name was one of the best films of 2016. This summer, director Makoto Shinkai is back with a new anime feature. Here’s our first look. Called Weathering With You (Tenki no Ko, or “Weather Child” in Japanese), the movie once again features the music of Radwimps, the band that provided the memorable songs for…
By Brian Ashcraft Published April 10, 2019 -
AnimeDude Trains Like One-Punch Man, Gets Buff
In the anime One-Punch Man, Saitama has a workout routine that includes 100 push-ups, 100 sit-ups, 100 squats, and a 10k-run. Investor Sean Seah tried this for real, and the results were certainly noticeable. Over the years, there have been multiple games and anime that have inspired people to get into tip-top shape. Seah first…
By Brian Ashcraft Published April 8, 2019 -
Anime
Comparisons Of Captain Marvel To Dragon Ball Won’t Stop
For the past few months, Captain Marvel has been compared to Dragon Ball. Now that the film is out, those comparisons keep on coming. Since the trailers hit, there have not only been comparisons between Captain Marvel and Goku, but also between the Skrulls and the Piccolo in the live-action adaptation Dragon Ball Evolution But…
By Brian Ashcraft Published March 12, 2019 -
Anime
It’s The Real-Life Master Roshi
This is pro bodybuilder Nhon Ly. He’s better known by his Instagram handle @master_roshi_real_life and for good reason. Previously, Kotaku introduced body builder Taichi Shimizu who pulled off the Dragon Ball character with real muscles and fake facial hair. Nhon Ly doesn’t need a phony bread! As Karapaia points out, he certainly does resemble the…
By Brian Ashcraft Published February 22, 2019 -
Anime
The Japanese Voice of One Piece‘s Whitebeard Has Died
Voice actor Kinryu Arimoto began his career in the mid-1960s. Since then, he lent his vocal talents to numerous anime. Perhaps his most famous role was the One Piece pirate Edward Newgate (aka “Whitebeard”). Today it was announced that Arimoto has passed away. Besides Whitebeard, Arimoto voiced Commissioner Nogami in City Hunter, Patrick Zala in…
By Brian Ashcraft Published February 8, 2019 -
Anime
The Deep World of Anime… Cabbage
In Japan, cabbage is a go-to veggie. It’s used a lot in cooking! No wonder the vegetable is often depicted in anime, such as in Taboo Tattoo (above). Let’s look at anime cabbage from over the years. Twitter user Kyo-mu chan recently posted this image, comparing cabbage in several different anime, including Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon…
By Brian Ashcraft Published January 28, 2019 -
Anime
Sasuke From Naruto Is The First Anime Meme of 2019
It’s mid-January, and we have our first anime meme of the year, with a Naruto still being reworked for internet fodder. The above image is from a fight between Itachi and Sasuke and shows th elder Itachi choking his younger brother. The meme has caused “Sasuke” to start trending.
By Brian Ashcraft Published January 16, 2019 -
AnimeYour Winter 2019 Anime Guide
The weather is cold outside. But inside, there’s anime. Let’s figure out what shows we want to watch. Here are the new seasons for the latest winter season. Which ones interest you? Bang Dream! 2nd Season Studio: Sanzigen | Passione | Creators in Pack Genre: Idol, Music Premiere Date: January 3 Where to Watch: Hidive…
By Brian Ashcraft Published January 11, 2019 -
AnimeNetflix Remakes Saint Seiya And So Far, The Fan Reaction Is Not Good
Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac is Netflix’s updated take on the classic anime. Andromeda Shun, originally a male character, has been reworked as a female character. The trailer (below) is racking up dislikes on YouTube. Eugene Son, the remake’s producer, took to Twitter to explain the decision. Via Japanese site Hachima, here are his…
By Brian Ashcraft Published December 11, 2018 -
Anime
Live-Action Cowboy Bebop Is Coming To Netflix
Cowboy Bebop is getting a live-action series on Netflix, with the anime’s creator Shinichiro Watanabe consulting. The Cowboy Bebop anime debuted back in 1998 with Watanabe at the helm. The live-action first episode will be written by Christopher Yost, who recently penned Thor: Ragnarok In the late 2000s, Keanu Reeves was attached to a live-action…
By Brian Ashcraft Published November 28, 2018 -
AnimeFirst Trailer For Production I.G’s Ultraman Anime
As Kotaku previously reported, Production I.G is making an Ultraman anime. Here is the debut trailer. Last December’s teaser showed the new Ultraman character design. Production I.G is teaming up with Sola Digital Arts for the anime, which will be helmed by Kenji Kamiyama (Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex) and Shinji Aramaki (Appleseed).
By Brian Ashcraft Published November 28, 2018
