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 Folks, it’s that time of year! The time for carols and cocoa, for presents and perfectly hung stockings, for chilly nights and cuddles with loved ones, for baking and movie marathons… What was that? You don’t have time for any of those things because you’re agonizing over your winter anime watchlist? Fret not, dear reader, for you’ve stumbled into the right article. The holidays are already filled with enough stress, so let’s make things a little easier in the realm of entertainment with this list of five anime premieres to keep an eye on this season. 1. Tensai Ouji no Akaji Kokka Saisei Jutsu (The Genius Prince’s Guide to Raising a Nation Out of Debt)  ometimes, it isn’t easy being in charge. At least, that’s how Tensai Ouji no Akaji Kokka Saisei Jutsu’s Prince Wein feels upon inheriting his kingdom. It’s a sad little kingdom that’s more trouble than it’s worth, and Prince Wein plans to auction off the land to the highest bidder so he can kick back, relax, and leave the tedious royal life behind him. However, it’s not as simple as it seems to just abandon a country, and every time Prince Wein makes a move, he ends up changing things for the better! How’s he ever going to be able to rid himself of the kingdom so he can enjoy a lazy life of leisure? A fantasy comedy that most people with responsibilities can relate to, Tensai Ouji no Akaji Kokka Saisei Jutsu aims to prove that when life gives you lemons, you can’t always make lemonade. Keep an eye out for this title when it premieres on January 11, 2022. 2. Orient  Looking for action? Orient has you covered. It follows two childhood friends, Musashi and Kojirou, who vow to become demon-slaying samurai when they grow up. However, in a few short years, that dream becomes a seeming impossibility as demons are raised to godly status and the samurai become disgraced. This doesn’t stop Musashi; he proudly proclaims his dream to become a samurai and works on his skills until his time comes, despite his friend Kojirou giving up on that path. After a near-death experience, though, Kojirou decides to once again chase his goal of being a samurai. By each other’s side, Musashi and Kojirou begin their journey to slay beasts and restore the honor of the samurai title. Fans of shounen will enjoy this title with its themes of friendship and perseverance, action-packed fights, and focus on finding oneself. There’s no concrete premiere date yet, but watch out for this title rolling in January 2022. 3. Tokyo 24-ku (Tokyo 24th Ward)  This title’s plot has been shrouded in mystery, and that’s rather fitting; as far as we know, Tokyo 24-ku is a mystery-thriller anime centering around three friends, Ran, Kouki, and Shuuta. The three of them were born and raised on an artificial island in the Tokyo Bay, and though they all come from different backgrounds and have vastly different personalities, they’ve always been together. However, an incident creates a shift in their dynamic, and on the first anniversary, they all receive a call at the same time that is supposedly from a dead friend that simply instructs them to “choose the future.” Now the three must save their home and everyone in it, but will they be able to save their friendship along the way? It won’t be easy when they all have their own way of seeing things. It’s hard to resist the allure of this red, blue, and green themed anime and the mystery it boasts, so check this one out when it premieres on January 6, 2022. 4. Ryman’s Club  Do you feel like the fall season had a suspicious lack of sports anime? Do you yearn for the sweet, sweet drama of boys playing literally any sport and having to learn to work as a team while also dealing with myriad personal issues? Well, look no further than Ryman’s Club. This anime centers on a group of salarymen that play badminton, paying special attention to Mikoto Shiratori, a badminton prodigy who hasn’t played since losing at an inter-high tournament. Despite his talent, his trauma from the loss steers him away from a professional career in the sport, and he instead takes a job at the Sunlight Beverage Company. There, he meets and befriends Tatsuru Miyazumi, superstar salaryman and top player on the company team. Will Mikoto overcome his past to reach his potential? This title, unlike many sports anime, centers around adult players and aims to show not only their life on the court, but their daily life in and out of the office as well. Fans of sports anime and workplace comedy and drama will enjoy Ryman’s Club and should eagerly await its premiere in January 2022. 5. Sasaki and Miyano  Adapted from a manga of the same name, Sasaki and Miyano follows Miyano, a boy happy to lead a life of peacefully reading boys’ love manga, his biggest worry being how soft his face looks. One day, though, his life becomes less than peaceful as he runs into upperclassman Sasaki, a rough and tumble delinquent. Despite being small and seemingly soft, Miyano fights back against Sasaki, and suddenly, Sasaki is incredibly fascinated by Miyano and his fiery spirit. He wants to get closer to Miyano, but the boy is absolutely clueless; Miyano doesn’t even see that his life is mirroring the boys’ love manga he loves so much, so it’s up to Sasaki to give this story a happy ending! Silly, sweet, and fun, Sasaki and Miyano is one for the romantics and lovers of slice-of-life that enjoy the story of how the tough guy meets his match and sweeps said match off his feet or maybe not. You’ll just have to watch and see! Be prepared to fall in love when this title premieres on January 6, 2022.
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 If you’ve been around the internet for a while, you might have seen all of the tweets and posts about anime boys of the white haired variety gaining tons of traction. It’s kind of a bizarre phenomenon; it’s not like white haired anime boys are completely different from any other anime character. Or are they? It’s definitely true that white haired anime characters tend to be in a whole different realm in terms of personality and appeal. They get to play pretty much every field, from edgy and unhinged to sweet and passive. They’re usually infinitely cool and tend to be one of the most powerful characters in their series. Plus, something about the white hair is just a huge draw. It’s practically magnetic. It makes a character more attractive. If you watch anime, you’re probably familiar with what’s being said here. After all, there are plenty of recent examples of this, such as Jujutsu Kaisen’s Gojo becoming a fan favorite almost immediately. Whether you’re a casual viewer or a hardcore fan, this list is here to give you eleven white-haired boys from anime that hit different, whether it be in their personality, their skill, or just in general. Feel free to check them (and the series they’re from) out; you might just find some new favorites! 1. Inuyasha (Inuyasha)  First up is perhaps the most recognizable character on this list. Inuyasha is the titular character of the anime Inuyasha, a shonen series penned by Rumiko Takahashi that ran from 1996 to 2008. The series follows high school student Kagome, who finds herself transported to the Sengoku period when she’s pulled into the Bone Eater’s Well by a demon. This is where she meets Inuyasha, a dog-eared half-human, half-demon, and they team up to hunt down the shards of the Shikon Jewel. As a character, Inuyasha is hard to dislike. His personality is balanced perfectly between his rough, distrustful nature, blunt honesty, and kindheartedness. This balance makes him funny, frustrating, and endearing all at once, and it makes it all the more wonderful to watch him develop throughout the series. Plus, he has an iconic look with his red robe, fluffy white hair and dog ears, and determined gold eyes. In terms of white haired anime boys, Inuyasha is the gold standard. 2. Killua Zoldyck (Hunter x Hunter)  Another instantly recognizable entry, Killua is a character from Yoshihiro Togashi’s 1998 series, Hunter x Hunter. Despite the series being focused on Gon Freecss’ journey to becoming a Hunter like his father, Killua has an essential role and quite the interesting storyline throughout the series and has become a fan favorite. The draw of Killua comes from his dual thought; as a child of an assassin family, he is bloodthirsty and ruthless, with no mercy for anyone who tries to hurt others. However, he is also often shown as a regular kid: happy, mischievous, and slightly irresponsible when it comes to sweets. He’s also an incredibly powerful character not only in his ability to use Nen, but also in his intelligence, analytical skills, and maturity. Both adorable and intense, Killua is one character that just sticks with you from the moment you’re introduced. 3. Kai von Granzreich (The Royal Tutor)  the-royal-tutor-kai-von-granzreichImage via Bridge Six feet tall, incredibly strong, and eyes so intense it makes people cower, one might think The Royal Tutor’s Kai is some kind of antagonist with a heart as cold as his stare. Despite his critical eyes and edgy haircut, though, Kai is actually the most softhearted character of his series. He loves all things soft and fluffy, is so quiet he is often spoken over, and enjoys lazing about. However, he is also the strongest and fastest of his brothers and is known to go into a rage when his loved ones are in trouble. This duality is a theme for many white haired anime boys, but with Kai, it feels distinctly different in the sense that it feels more realistic. Kai is relatable with his resting angry face that gives the wrong first impression and his want to be the solid big brother that can be relied on. While not the most well-known on this list, Kai is definitely a white haired anime boy that’s easy to love. 4. Gasser (Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo)  With the fever dream that is Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo comes prime white haired anime boy, Gasser (or Heppokomaru, for those of you that either haven’t or don’t want to see the series’ English dub.) Unlike some of the characters on this list, Gasser isn’t struggling with dual personalities; he’s just a guy with an extremely strong (and smelly) special ability traveling with a band of weirdos. The only duality that exists for him is his role in the series. He’s the no-nonsense, sane counterpart to the titular Bobobo at some times and the funnyman at others. Mostly, though, he’s just an all-around adorable character, and it’s fun to watch him get to be cool and battle while also being a bumbling, blushing mess while talking to the girl of his dreams, Beauty. It’s impossible to make a list of white haired boys that hit different without including Gasser, a character that hits so different that it’s practically indescribable. 5. Griffith (Berserk)  berserk-griffithImage via Nippon TV Kentaro Miura’s Berserk is absolutely iconic, so it’s no surprise that one of the most iconic white haired characters of all time comes from the series. He’s pretty. He’s smart. He’d probably stab you in the heart. That’s the essence of Griffith, friend turned foe of the series’ main character, Guts. Throughout the series, Griffith draws people in with his bewitching beauty, brilliant mind, and confidence; he’s a character that people love dearly or despise greatly, but regardless, his presence is always acknowledged. He’s the kind of person that enters the room and expects all eyes to be on him, and that’s what makes him so special. Griffith is entirely unapologetic for everything he does and has a nearly undying ambition and self-confidence that makes him both frustrating and charismatic Just like a cat, Griffith is a white-haired anime boy that knows how much he is admired and absolutely expects everyone to fall at his feet, both in universe and in audience. If you like white-haired anime characters, you can find them by playing an otome game called Red White Cinderella from Memories Interactive. It’s a visual novel game with an anime style that I love so much these days. There’s a character named Lee who’s so sweet and handsome. You can download it here for iOS and here for Android.  Japan, as the howtown of anime products, is one of the most visited countries in the world. Believe me, I went there before the pandemic and it’s safe to say that Japan HAS it all. Whatever hobbies or interest you have, Japan is always a fit destination for you. From the anime-ish culture to metal music or horror fans, there’re always things to do in Japan. But there are several facts that you might not know yet about Japan, which i’ll be telling you right now.
1. One of the most priciest capital cities in the world Tokyo is consistently ranked one of the most expensive cities in the world. For many years it has made headlines on the list, although Singapore has been stealing the top spot for a while. The miniscule living spaces reflect this high cost. In the capital city, the average size of an apartment hovers around 650 square feet (or 60 square meters). 2. Home of the longest life expectancy The Japanese have one of the world’s highest life expectancies, with the average person reaching the age of 84. Currently, the oldest person on the planet according to Guinness World Records is a Japanese lady and turned 117 years old in January 2020. The country is also known as one of the healthiest in the world, in part due to their fresh and nutritious diet. Traditionally, locals subsist on seasonal fish, seaweed, vegetables, and fermented foods such as miso. 3. Country of Superlatives Tokyo’s metropolitan area is the world’s largest with 8 million people, so exploring the capital is a feat in itself. It is easy to get lost or to spend an hour going from point A to point B. The country’s economy is the third largest in the world after China and the US, despite decades of deflation and stagnant economic growth. It is also the world’s number one car manufacturer, with exports all around the world. 4. An almost no theft country Most of us have it hammered into us that we should never leave our belongings unattended, especially in public places. This makes it quite the shock to walk into a busy Japanese cafe, and see expensive bags and laptops lying on the tables, while their owners are away ordering food or visiting the restrooms. Then, in the subways, you might see people with their backpacks wide open, exposing their phones and wallets. And yet, nobody is afraid of pickpockets. How can this be? One of the most interesting facts about Japan is that there is barely any crime there, especially theft. In 2017, crime hit a record low with only 915,111 recorded cases in all of Japan. In particular, incidences of thievery continued to drop sharply each year. Japanese feel safest about their country, after Singaporeans. 5. 24/7 party is available Tokyo, Osaka and other Japanese metropolises are known as cities that never sleep. Convenience stores are open 24/7, and the neon signs flicker all night long. You might expect that you can hang out at a bar until 2am and then grab a subway home, like you could in New York City. By the way if you’re liking the animeish story based game with a lot of female badass characters, kindly check Memories Interactive an otome anime styled game from Indonesian developer which you can download here if you’re using iOS or here if you’re using Android  Most of us remember waking up early before school or on the weekends to watch our best favourite anime. Tearing the covers off your bed and making a nest on the couch so that you could watch Dragon Ball Z, Pokemon, or Naruto in complete comfort. Anime as an entertainment medium has done a lot of growing up since the 90’s and is chock full of awesome action, laugh out loud moments, and stories that make you think about your place in the world. Maybe it’s worth giving it another chance?
1. Nichijou Have you ever had an idea with your best friend that is so ridiculous that you can’t stop laughing? That is more or less what it feels like to watch this show. Nichijou is a slice of life comedy series that follows three girls through their “everyday lives”. If you’ve ever fallen in love with a young nobleman who rides a goat, shot lasers out of your eyes because you had a fish land on your head, or bribed a policeman to not look at your personal diary, then this is the show for you. 2. One Punch Man One Punch Man is the equivalent of Japanese Deadpool. The story follows an ordinary looking superhero called Saitama and after giving up his day job, he decides to become a hero for fun and gains god-like strength. His ability to destroy opponents with only a single punch is used to great comic effect as Saitama strives to find an equal sparring partner and his place in the world. Oh, and the show also has one of the best opening themes going around. 3. Sword Art Online How do you cram sci-fi, fantasy, romance, action, and a decent story into 25 episodes? Simply set the story inside a virtual reality RPG that you can’t escape from. While the second half of the series polarised audiences, the first half is gripping, tightly written, and focuses on character development and relationships. The main character Kirito is likeable and Asuna is always up for adventure. The visuals are breathtaking and definitely worthy of owning on Blu-Ray. Be warned though, the story is an emotional rollercoaster. Keep a box of tissues handy! 4. Cowboy Bebop This is the granddaddy of modern anime. First released in Japan in 1998, Cowboy Bebop is one of the most awarded animated television shows around. Channelling a funky futuristic art style, it combines a serious crime noir story with incredible voice acting in both Japanese and English. This is a great place to start your adventure into anime due to its self-contained story, dry wit, and memorable characters. By the way if you’re liking the animeish story based game with a lot of female badass characters, kindly check Memories Interactive an otome anime styled game from Indonesian developer which you can download here if you’re using iOS or here if you’re using Android  The anime industry is always full of amazing characters. Some of it is even really out of the box beyond our imagination. Both in terms of coolness & absurdness of it. As the anime popularity is rising both for male and female audiences, nowadays we can find a variety of female characters that’s not only a “sidekick” but also a badass well designed character. Sometimes, they’re the key to the story. So here is the list of female characters we can root for in several popular anime.
Erza Scarlet She was a weapons specialist in one of the best anime series, “Fairy Tale.” She had more than 200 swords, over 100 types of armor packed away, and various axes. She was fiery and was powerful enough to not only destroy a sacred lance but shatter itself in the process. Mikasa Ackerman She was one of the beautiful and robust anime characters who was one of the main characters in the Attack on Titan. She was ranked first out of all the cadets in the 104th training corps. Her upbringing was tough, which made her cold and stoic, but she was loyal to Eren as she dedicated herself to protect him. Senjougahara Hitagi: Bakemonogatari She has a different personality with purple hair and had a glamorous appearance. She was sincere but was clever and blunt in her speech. Ginko Sora She was one of the leading shogi players of her generation and is also known as “The Snow White of Naniwa.” By the age of 11, she received two titles in shogi and was said to be a ruthless player during matches. Android 18 She has shown her metal mettle time and time again. She is so powerful that she can bust handcuffs, smash Future Trunks Sword, lift and throw big vehicles and break Vegeta’s arm with just one kick. Setsuno She is a minor antagonist in the anime series My Hero Academia. Setsuno is one of the Gourmet Living legends; a chef ranked in the world’s top five. She is an intelligent and strategic person and uses these traits well in battle. Caulifla & Kale Caulfila was the first female to go super Saiyan, and kale was the second female. Both of them are from universe six and are considered to be one of the most robust pair and become uncontrollably powerful once they go Super Saiyan. Sakurajima Mai She is the female protagonist of Aobuta, who is polite & innocent yet a serious individual. She is an actress/model and a third-year at HighSchool, and she got early fame as her mother was a photographer. She does a shoot in swimsuit and then how it changed her life, and she fights that inner isolation. (See 20 Cutest Anime Characters of all time) Boa Hancock She is also well known as the Snake Princess of Amazon Lily. She is the main antagonist of Amazon Lily Arc. Boa is also considered to be one of the most beautiful women in the world. She has the power to use people’s feelings of desire to turn them to stone. Ochako Uraraka In her original design, Ochako was called Yuu. She has great powers as with just one touch, she could nullify the effects of gravity on a person, making them helpless as they float upwards. She was one of the most significant characters in the anime series “My Hero Academia.” By the way if you’re liking the animeish story based game with a lot of female badass characters, kindly check Memories Interactive an otome anime styled game from Indonesian developer which you can download here if you’re using iOS or here if you’re using Android  Well, the title seems too “selling” but believe me after you watch that this title is right. As a woman who likes anime, searching for the right anime is a challenge. Most anime out there are, I believe, made originally for men. It serves men's eyes really well while for me, sometimes it makes me uncomfortable watching it. This one is different.
This is the story of Mari Tamaki. Mari Tamaki lives in a suburb of Tokyo, and despite having a bunch of plans for what she wanted to do during her high-school years, she hasn't really done anything. After meeting Kobuchizawa Shirase, the pair decide to join a civilian expedition to Antarctica where Shirase's mother disappeared three years prior while leading the previous expedition. Before they embark on the journey they are joined by Hinata Miyake, a girl who quit school due to both internal and external pressure and resigned herself to watching the world pass by, and Yuzuki Shiraishi, a TV starlet who struggles making real friends. Their journey isn't fantastical in any way, but it is still the kind of experience that can make you realize what you were missing in life, appreciate what you have, and forever change you in ways that feel almost magical. The single best word to describe A Place Further than the Universe is genuine. From the moment we meet Mari – we see her using her phone to post about her daily life and constantly talk to her friends – the show presents a better portrayal of millennial culture than most movies about teenagers. Each episode begins with what appears to be an Instagram post, and sounds of notifications, emails and texts are constantly ringing throughout the show. The first thing the girls do off the plane? Check their phones. At the hotel? Check their phones. As soon as they step foot in Antarctica? Check their phones, yet the characters also know when to put their phones away because they're sharing a moment together, or when to take them out to immortalize said moments. This extends to their lives and to the trip itself. Whether it's being in a place where they don't speak the language or getting sea-sickness because it's their first time on a boat, the show dares to make the voyage to the harsh cold of Antarctica feel real, grounding the harsh realities of the trip while spending time in one of the most unforgiving places on Earth. Yet, given that this is a show about girls who want nothing more than to see penguins, eat shaved ice, watch the aurora borealis and experience the beauty of Antarctica, it should come as no surprise that Madhouse gives us one of the most visually impressive shows of the past decade. The vibrant and restless metropolis of Singapore and the busy ports of Fremantle, Australia are enough to make you want to get up from the couch and see the world, while the beautiful vistas from the vastness of the ocean and the endless frozen tundra are a reminder of the beauty that's out there. And did you know that there's a platform which is as interesting as the story of "A Place Further Than The Universe" in Memories Interactiv, even if you want to create your own awesome perspective journey inside a game, you can download it here for IOs and here if you're using Android  Anime & manga is often bashed for the way these two products portray women. Not all i believe but most of them. At least that is what has been considered pop culture. This makes me think: the best practices if you want to portray something, it has to be directly created by someone who’s there on the portrayal. Or at least as the right person. You don't portray something specially someone just for the sake of your imagination. It has meaning when it represents something specially gender.
This question leads to another question. How do women play their part in the whole anime industry? That question led me to some google pages about the history of the anime industry. In post-world war 2 Japanese society, women were expected to get married and take care of the household. Pursuing a career was not an option. That also applied to the anime industry. The only part of the industry given to women back then is “Shiage” or “Finishing”. While at home, women can ink, clean up and draw. In the late 50s the anime industry started to record several names of prominent female animators such as Okuyama Reiko and Nakamura Kazuko. Of course with discrimiation happens towards female employee such as lower salary. In 1985, Studio Ghibli was founded and many capable female animators have been involved in its projects behind the scenes. For instance, until her death in 2016, Futaki Makiko worked on all of Miyazaki's films, beginning with Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984). She was also a key animator for Otomo Katsuhiro’s Akira (1988), and was celebrated for her skill in detailed natural animation. Then the 90s came. Marking the coming hugely prolific Nobutomo Keiko, who was lead writer on Cowboy bebop. Which one of a most timeless anime of all time. After that I think the anime industry has already become more friendly for women. There're a thousand titles you can search that’s made from a woman's perspective. Some other things surely still need to be improved. But it's always nice to know we’re growing to a better situation day by day. if you’re looking for an anime-style game created also by mostly women team, you can see Memories Interactive an otome anime styled game from Indonesian developer which you can download here if you’re using iOS or here if you’re using Android |
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