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In Japan, long black hair in anime is often associated with grace, beauty, and a sense of quiet strength. These dark-haired heroines frequently embody traditional ideals while captivating fans with ...
Decades later, my Black students are just as enthralled by anime and manga. I’ve watched kids who will otherwise refuse to ...
When Hajime Isayama was growing up in Japan, anime wasn't considered cool. "It was kind of looked down upon at that time," the manga artist told NPR. Since then, anime's reach has increased — a lot.
Here's what artists and producers involved in the creation of Japan's billion-dollar anime industry say about the reality of living and working behind the scenes.