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Anime

What is Anime?

Japanese animation, from feature films to TV series, often adapted from manga.

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Japan
Cosplayeuse incarnant Kana Arima au Comiket 105, illustrant la culture cosplay japonaise.
Culture10 min

Cosplay: From American Sci-Fi to Japanese Pop Culture Phenomenon

From 1930s American science fiction conventions to a multi-billion dollar global phenomenon, the complete history of cosplay, its Japanese transformation, major events, and worldwide cultural impact.

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Japan
Rayons de manga dans une librairie à Tokyo
Arts13 min

Shojo: How Girls' Manga Conquered the World

From Meiji-era magazines to Sailor Moon and Fruits Basket, discover how shojo manga revolutionized comics, invented a unique visual language, and amplified women's voices in the manga industry.

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Japan
Maiko en kimono traditionnel, apprentie geisha au Japon.
Arts11 min

The Ultimate Guide to Japanese, Korean and Chinese Culture

An illustrated dictionary of works, genres and traditions from Japan, South Korea and China. From Cardcaptor Sakura to Boys Over Flowers, everything explained in one article.

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Japan
Le collectif de mangakas CLAMP lors de l'Anime Expo 2006.
Arts13 min

CLAMP: Four Women Who Redefined Manga

The story of CLAMP, the legendary all-female manga collective, from their doujinshi origins to global dominance with Cardcaptor Sakura, X, xxxHolic, and more.

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Japan
Boutique Pokémon Center au Japon, vitrine du phénomène Pokémon.
Arts13 min

Pokémon: The Story of Japan's Greatest Pop Phenomenon

From Satoshi Tajiri's insect-hunting childhood to a planetary empire: the Pokémon saga, the highest-grossing franchise ever and icon of Japanese culture.

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