https://www.cbr.com Covering comics, movies, TV like no other in the world. CBR.com is all you need! Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:31:14 GMT en-US hourly 60 After only two years, Horimiya is back with more content. Originally adapted into a 6-OVA series, Hori and Miyamura’s love story was finally made into a full-length anime series in 2021, when it was picked up by CloverWorks. Still, the creative team had to leave out details, side stories, and even secondary characters, which makes Horimiya’s world so complex, nuanced and compelling.

]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:31:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/horimiya-season-1-recap/ The Baki series is well known for its exaggerations of physical abilities. Every fighter in the series is absurdly and, at times, grotesquely muscular. One of the most prominent examples of these physiques comes from the Hanma men's backs.

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]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 16:20:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/hells-paradise-tensen-powers-explained/ Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball Z is a formative shonen series full of unforgettable moments. The fandom is frequently divided over what qualifies as Dragon Ball's best battle or character breakthrough. That being said, every Dragon Ball fan remembers their reaction to the first time that Goku transforms into a Super Saiyan. Goku's iconic transformation is a major turning point for the series, and Super Saiyans are now so prevalent it's hard to imagine a version of Dragon Ball Z without them. Dragon Ball Z's first Super Saiyan reveal is hard to top; at that moment, it feels like Goku has achieved peak power. It's an exciting experience for both Goku and the audience, but it's also the start of a dangerous precedent that Dragon Ball Z fails to ever completely abandon.

]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 15:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dbz-cell-saga-solved-intensified-super-saiyan-problem/ Slice-of-life Japanese anime is all about the familiar everyday adventures of real life, so the protagonists often feel down-to-earth compared to magical girls or shonen action leads. There's no single right way to design and write a slice-of-life anime protagonist. However, in the wake of so many generic self-insert characters, some audiences feel frustrated with these characters and long for a better-defined, more badass lead.

]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 14:41:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/slice-of-life-anime-need-confident-heroes/ The isekai subgenre in Japanese anime has many familiar conventions and themes, most of all the sheer escapism factor that helps drive this subgenre's success. All works of fiction are escapism to some degree, helping viewers lose themselves with new characters and worlds, but isekai takes it to an extreme, usually at the cost of their protagonists.

]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 12:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/personal-problem-power-fantasy-iskeai-anime-heroes/ Among the top shojo romance anime, Kimi Ni Todoke has remained a beloved series next to Toradora, Fruits Basket, and Ouran High School Host Club. For years, these anime have remained uncontested series in the anime community, especially among fans of high school romances. However, this past Spring season of anime has given the top shojo series a run for their money, especially Kimi Ni Todoke.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 17:40:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/skip-loafer-wholesome-development-kimi-ni-todoke-romance-comparison/ Another season of Demon Slayer has come and went, and along with major character growth and revelations for characters like Tanjiro and Nezuko came the defeat of more of Kibutsuji Muzan's Upper Moons. With the aid of the Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji, the Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito, and Genya Shinazugawa, the Demon Slayer core won two major battles at the Swordsmith Village against Upper Moon Five Gyokko and Upper Moon Four Hantengu.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 15:30:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/are-demon-slayers-new-upper-moons-weaker-than-gyutaro/ Demon Slayer has easily become one of the most popular anime series of its generation, and a huge part of that has to do with its fights. In particular, the production quality behind Ufotable's animation, combined with the beautiful art style used by in the original manga, created a perfect formula for success. Season two single-handedly propelled the series to new heights thanks to its emotionally charged Hashira battles, and fans had extremely high expectations for season three because of that.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 14:41:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-swordsmith-village-arc-disappointing-fights-ufotable-animation/ Demon Slayer's third season has come to a close and two more upper moon demons have been slayed. During this epic battle, fans were given further insight into the powerful abilities select superior demon slayers possess. The love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji, and the mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito, both showcased their marks.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 12:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-rengoku-should-have-gotten-a-mark/ Hajime Isayama's Attack on Titan is one of the best-selling manga series in history, with over 110 million copies sold to this date. Fortunately, the anime adaptation of the manga series enjoys the same popularity for its dystopian future arc, especially its characters. Eren Yeager is one of the protagonists of Attack on Titan and perhaps the series' most complex character. His character growth and the shift from an eager young man to anit-hero who shapes the future are outstanding. Eren's childhood trauma, combined with what he faces in the field against the Titans, plays an undeniable role in his resilient personality.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 22:30:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/eren-yeager-founding-titan-history-powers-explained/ Despite the differences between the Dragon Ball and Naruto franchises, the two series' main protagonists actually have a lot more in common than one might think. Both Goku and Naruto devoted their very lives to gaining power, protected people from imposing outside threats, fell in love, got married and then had kids. Oddly enough, the similarities between them don't exactly stop there when it comes to fatherhood. Both Goku and Naruto have two children, and they are equally famous for devoting more time to their duties and responsibilities than their own families. This has led to their reputation as fathers being scrutinized, but which one is a worse dad, Goku or Naruto?

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 20:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/naruto-worse-father-than-goku/ Among Dragon Ball Z's contributions to modern shonen anime, its core rivalry is one of the biggest. Goku and Vegeta's constant efforts to one-up each other have set the standard for rivals in battle anime and all series. Nearly every anime rivalry trope can be tied or traced back to what was established by this series.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 19:20:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/goku-vegeta-rivalry-explained/ Demon Slayer's story is short but sweet compared to its shonen predecessors like Naruto and Bleach, meaning it has several story arcs or sequences perfect for a movie rather than a full anime season of 12–24 episodes. This makes Demon Slayer's anime rather experimental, but too much experimenting might be a bad thing for Demon Slayer in the long run.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 18:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-relies-on-movies-for-success/ The Pain’s Assault Arc from Naruto: Shippuden is one of the most universally beloved anime arcs for good reason. The enigmatic and seemingly omnipotent Pain, who had been teased since the sequel series began had finally set his targets on the Hidden Leaf Village. Pain’s attack came not long after Jiraiya’s murder, the initial war declaration that prompted Naruto to undergo his most dangerous training regimen so far. The Pain arc did such a great job of tying together Shippuden’s loose ends so far that it seemed like a finale battle even if it wasn’t. And truly at that point, Naruto was as great as it had ever been.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 17:41:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/naruto-shippuden-should-have-ended-with-the-pain-arc/ Demon Slayer is a shonen action series with a strong emotional core, mainly centered around protagonist Tanjiro Kamado's sympathetic quest to restore Nezuko's humanity and Tanjiro's generous compassion for the demons he slays. Best of all, many of the Hashira are the same way and support Tanjiro personally, but Shinobu Kocho is an exception.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 16:20:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-shinobu-kocho-worst-hashira/ Unlike many large studio releases in the current era of film (and particularly anime films) not much has really been shown of Studio Ghibli's upcoming How Do You Live? That isn't an accident, though; legendary filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki has purposely been keeping things under wraps with his latest epic—and apparently for good reason.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 15:30:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/ghibli-miyazaki-how-do-you-live-facts/ Maki Zenin skyrocketed in popularity after Jujutsu Kaisen's first season. Many fans fell in love with her brash and belligerent nature, her overwhelming physical strength, and her conviction to one day return to lead the Zenin clan that previously rejected her. Her character design was simple but memorable, which made the change in appearance to her current scarred state in the manga jarring for many fans. Here's how Maki earned the battle scars that have come to define her appearance.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 14:40:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/jjk-maki-zenin-scar-origins-shibuya-incident/ Demon Slayer's third anime season, the Swordsmith Village story arc, expanded upon the series' combat systems in a few intriguing ways, from Genya's half-other combat moves to Gyokko's aquatic, vase-themed attacks to the introduction of two more demon slayer marks. These marks are the key to victory against the Upper Moons, but it's not easy getting them.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 12:00:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayers-marks-significance/ Ouran High School Host Club was the anime that introduced the audience to the classic tomboy trope – hiding the fact that the boy character is actually a girl. Several other shows took inspiration from Ouran, but not many managed to hit the mark in terms of accurately depicting a good tomboy character. Aoharu x Machinegun came out quietly in 2015, and its plot pretty much seems like an Ouran knockoff at first glance. Fortunately, there's more than meets the eye when it comes to the former.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 00:30:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/sports-ouran-high-school-is-underrated/ One of the most common hobbies in the anime community is collecting various anime figurines. While some may be content with just two or three, others are more interested in accumulating a shelf worth of figures as a way of expressing their passion for a certain series. However, it is often believed that obtaining these figures is not as easy as one may think, especially considering the fact that they can be extremely pricey. Even more so, some can be more difficult than others to find.

]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 22:30:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/anime-figurine-collecting-for-beginners/ Based on Hajime Isayama's manga of the same name, Attack on Titan introduced the series likable main protagonist, Eren Yeager in the first episode. A freedom fighter driven by revenge, many were actually surprised by his shocking turn from hero to villain when he instigated the Rumbling. Eren always had a longing for vengeance, having watched his mother be devoured by a Titan when Wall Maria broke. With an intense hatred for Titans, he vowed to destroy them all. In an unexpected turn of events, his father injected him with Titan serum and pointed him toward a hideous, hidden truth about both the Titans and the world beyond the walls of Paradis Island that Eren never saw coming. A truth so powerful, it would eventually lead him to start the Rumbling.

]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 20:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/aot-eren-rumbling-explanation/ Demon Slayer's third season, the Swordsmith Village story arc, was packed with shocking plot twists and developments, from Genya Shinazugawa's half-other combat technique to Nezuko Kamado's newfound sunlight immunity. Nezuko nearly succumbed to the sun's morning rays, but she survived intact and looks more human than she has in years.

]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 19:21:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-nezuko-more-or-less-human/ The core squad of Bleach consists of Ichigo Kurosaki, Uryū Ishida, Orihime Inoue and Yasutora Sado. The latter of the four were not born with their spiritual powers and instead inherited them through their connection to Ichigo and their proximity to the Hōgyoku which was inside Rukia Kuchiki. Due to Ichigo’s constant leaking of spiritual power and the wishing-granting ability of the Hōgyoku, Chad and Orihime was able to manifest powers when they needed them most.

]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 18:30:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/bleach-tatsuki-arisawa-why-no-powers/ Fake-out deaths are among the most dreaded tropes in all of shonen anime. Many popular shonen have relied on it, including One Piece, Fairy Tail, and My Hero Academia. Even Dragon Ball Super, a part of a franchise that infamously brings people back all the time, has somehow invoked fake-out deaths. Anime fans can't stand this trope because of how often it's poorly used.

]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 17:41:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-nezuko-fakeout-death-good/ The biggest draw of Dragon Ball is the spectacle of its fights. Seeing these martial artists battle at high speeds and fire explosive energy blasts is enough to give anybody an adrenaline rush. However, that's not to say there isn't also an emotional aspect to the fights. There are times when the reasons for these fights are just as epic as the fighting itself. However, if there were one character who best mixes intense action with good story development, it would have to be Vegeta.

]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 16:20:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/vegeta-had-best-fights-dragon-ball-z/ The overall Demon Slayer anime franchise handles its pacing and movies differently than most other series do. While other series such as Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia use their movies as bonus tie-in adventures with completely self-contained plots, the Demon Slayer anime has used its two movies to create smooth, satisfying pacing – and it might do so again in the future, too.

]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:30:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-movies-keep-a-perfect-pace-for-anime/ Along with several shōnen battle anime, Sword Art Online was instrumental in the increased popularity of anime. Said success even saw a growing amount of light novels taken out of Japan and localized in the West through the original source material of the series. Unfortunately, there's one medium that hasn't seen this same level of stardom when it comes to the otherworldly virtual realty franchise.

]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 14:40:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/soa-manga-less-popular-than-anime/ One of the more contentious elements of the Dragon Ball franchise is ironically its main hero, Goku. While he's considered one of the greatest warriors in the series' universe, his fighting skills far away his skills as a family man. This sees him many times turning to training instead of being a father and a husband. Worst of all, this sees him completely overlook another family member.

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]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mha-dark-deku-strength/ Shonen anime has learned a lot from Dragon Ball. It's no secret that modern shonen anime would not even exist in the form that it does today if not for the foundation laid by Akira Toriyama's magnum opus. It wasn't planned that way though. In an early interview with Telepal Tokyo in 1986, Toriyama had this to say when asked about his writing process, "I take things as they come and I don't really have a plan about the story."

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 22:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dragon-ball-influence-on-modern-anime/ Since Naruto's debut, the titular character has always remained at the top of popularity charts and is highly regarded as one of the most lovable anime protagonists. Popularity aside, Naruto Uzumaki's rival bests him in character development. From his very first scene, Sasuke Uchiha has remained the most critical source of drama, emotion, and relatable motivation that moves the plot forward.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 20:30:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/naruto-sasuke-best-character-development-explanation/ This article contains spoilers for Demon Slayer Swordsmith Village Arc, Episode 11, "A Connected Bond: Daybreak and First Light," streaming on Crunchyroll.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 19:20:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-nezukos-greatest-ability/ The Naruto franchise is undeniably one of the biggest hits in the anime industry. It has received worldwide acclaim and has millions of fans all over the world. It sets the standard for shonen anime and manga, both in narrative and characters. One of the recurring themes in Naruto and Naruto Shippuden is the rivalry between the titular character, Naruto Uzumaki, and Sasuke Uchiha. From their initial encounters as young shinobi-in-training to their epic battles as powerful ninjas, their relationship has captivated fans and played a pivotal role in shaping the show's narrative.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 18:30:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/naruto-sasuke-rivalry-explained/ The My Hero Academia anime series has always been about the eternal clash of good vs evil, with caped pro heroes fighting to defend society and villains like Tomura Shigaraki striving to tear down society and rebuild it from the ground up. However, hero society was more fragile than anyone expected, and eventually, Izuku Midoriya went rogue to finish the fight on his own terms. Hero society had failed – but he could still keep fighting.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 17:40:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mha-vigilante-deku-wasted-potential/ The Death Note franchise is famed for its intense battle of wits between Light Yagami the antihero and the super-detective L, with many thought-provoking themes explored along the way. The original manga did an outstanding job with all this, while the Death Note anime changed or omitted material that hurt the narrative, including Light's final downfall in that dockside warehouse.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 16:20:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/death-note-manga-ending-better-than-anime/ When creating a dramatic storyline for a character, a backstory is used to develop their identity. The backstory forces the audience to craft an opinion about the character, resulting in being either likable or hated by the audience.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 15:30:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-do-all-characters-need-tragic-backstorys/ The Chainsaw Man anime did fairly well back in the Fall 2022 anime season, but studio MAPPA felt let down by its performance compared to Jujutsu Kaisen and similar titles. Low Blu-Ray sales didn't help either, and it seemed Chainsaw Man's anime would never reach the same heights as author Tatsuki Fujimoto's ongoing manga. But a feature-length anime movie could change that.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 14:40:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/why-chainsaw-man-next-arc-perfect-for-upcoming-film/ Dragon Ball Z is mostly known for epic fighting and duel between its many characters, but a rather overlooked element in the series is the music. This is particularly the case in Japan, where several now iconic songs have been tied to the series. Though they might not be as popular among Western fans, these tunes (and one in particular) definitely fit a bit better than the Funimation dub's main theme.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 12:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dbz-openings-cha-la-head-cha-la-better-than-rock-the-dragon/ Dragon Ball Z and the franchise as a whole have been seen as primarily Goku's story, but that wasn't always going to be the case. It's well-known that the series was meant to segue into following Gohan instead of his father, though this ended up not happening. Perhaps the biggest missed opportunity to pass this torch was in Dragon Ball Z's ultimate saga, wherein Gohan was more hyped up than ever.

]]> Sun, 25 Jun 2023 22:31:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dbz-needed-to-let-gohan-beat-buu/ There are a number of elements that make Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba one of the most compelling manga and anime on the market. Demon Slayer is easily one of the darkest and most emotional stories today, with an intriguing approach to the vampire-esque demons of the world, exciting battles, and the bonds established between the characters. Following the trials of Tanjiro Kamado on his journey to restore his sister, Nezuko, to humanity after she was turned into a demon, the pair join an elite and secret society called the Demon Slayer Corps, dedicating their lives and efforts to ending the demon threat.

]]> Sun, 25 Jun 2023 19:20:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-tanjiro-dad/ Seinen is a demographic with lines that can seem blurry to some viewers, but it aims to cater to young or adult men. However, sometimes seinen anime have female protagonists or focus on romance and feel more like a shojo romance, like Skip and Loafer.

]]> Sun, 25 Jun 2023 18:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/skip-and-loafer-best-seinen-in-awhile/ Demon Slayer likes introducing sympathetic villains. Some of the demons have tragic backstories revealed as they're dying. These stories don't justify the demons' actions, but they will often garner some sympathy from the audience. This happened three or four times in Season 1 and twice in Season 2.

]]> Sun, 25 Jun 2023 17:40:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-villains-dont-need-sympathy/ Shonen heroes are often forced into impossible decisions. They'll be given a choice for things like who to save, how their enemies should kill them, or whether to give up on their dreams. A good shonen hero, however, will look for another option that gives them and everyone they care about the happy ending they deserve.

]]> Sun, 25 Jun 2023 16:20:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/chainsaw-man-denji-miles-morales-choice-comparison/ The "Whole Cake Island" Arc in One Piece puts Sanji in the spotlight. Not only does the Straw Hat Pirates' cook manage to snag himself a wife but fans are finally provided with his royal backstory. However, the arc isn't necessarily filled with sunshine and roses. Sanji mostly spends his time being threatened one way or another, both by Big Mom and his biological family. Even his supposed bride is in cahoots with his assassination attempt. But the events take a different turn when Pudding reveals her supposedly gruesome third eye.

]]> Sat, 24 Jun 2023 19:20:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-pudding-third-eye-revealed-before-whole-cake-island/ Demon Slayer's third season is now complete, and anime fans can look back and see how the Swordsmith Village arc compared to its predecessors, such as the Mugen Train arc and the Entertainment District arc right after that. While the Swordsmith Village arc had some highlights and some important plot points, it also felt like a regression.

]]> Sat, 24 Jun 2023 18:30:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/why-demon-slayer-season-3-regressing-series/ At the height of their prime, Bleach, Naruto and One Piece earned their titles as the Shonen Big Three. Their popularity, ongoing stories, and constant placement on the cover of Shonen Jump cemented all three in the hearts of readers and anime fans. One Piece's story carries on with almost no end in sight, and Naruto's empire continues through the spin-off series Boruto featuring both the titular character and his son. For a while, however, Tite Kubo's Bleach seemed to lie dormant after ending on what fans considered a particularly low note with only 366 episodes. Many came to question whether Bleach deserved to be counted among the elite Big Three, entering into heated debates and declaring it unworthy.

]]> Sat, 24 Jun 2023 17:40:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/did-bleach-really-deserve-to-be-part-of-the-big-three/ While recent anime series have made positive strides in represention (particularly those of women and gay men), there's still a lot to be desired for other groups. This is especially the case for those who present themselves in a way that isn't obviously 'male' or 'female.' Individuals who are perceived to be Gender Non-Conforming, sometimes shortened to GNC, are often shown with the worst of insensitive depictions. Anime has no shortage of characters who don't strictly abide by a gender-binary, but many of these attempts at representation have been misguided at best

]]> Sat, 24 Jun 2023 16:20:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/anime-gnc-characters-lgbtq-representation/ Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball Super is the culmination of nearly four decades of inspirational and entertaining storytelling. Dragon Ball has evolved in drastic ways since its humble origins, and what started as Goku's adventure has gradually become a generational saga of heroism. Dragon Ball Super's manga, by Toriyama and Toyotarou, has gone far beyond the events of the anime's Tournament of Power. Dragon Ball Super's manga is full of new villains and fresh transformations, but it also finds ways to redeem some of the series' more neglected characters, like Gohan. Gohan remains Dragon Ball Super's most frustrating case of wasted potential after hundreds of episodes of character development are cast aside in favor of more Goku-led victories. Dragon Ball Super has finally decided to rethink this strategy and celebrate the series' diverse roster.

]]> Sat, 24 Jun 2023 14:40:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dbs-manga-gives-gohan-my-bulma-moment/ Oshi no Ko's main characters have all built their careers and their personal lives on total lies, with the Hoshino found family being the most guilty party. Aquamarine and Ruby Hoshino are lying to the entire world about who they are, and now Aqua is deceiving Kana Arima once again about his identity. This time, though, he has noble intentions.

]]> Sat, 24 Jun 2023 12:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/aqua-hoshino-first-noble-lie/ Being an Emperor of the Sea, Big Mom is one of the greatest adversaries the Straw Hat Pirates face in One Piece. She's a menacing, sweet-toothed giant who lets absolutely nobody get in the way of satisfying her cravings. When a good number of the Straw Hats infiltrated her territory and sabotaged her tea party, she naturally had no plans of letting them leave the island alive. Given her despicable, spoiled behavior, Big Mom has been a target of many since childhood. Even so, one character has shown her what affection is like, and that's her foster parent Mother Carmel.

]]> Sat, 24 Jun 2023 00:30:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-mother-carmels-fate-explained/ Most fights in Dragon Ball Z were decided by who was the strongest, but it wasn't always like that. There was a time when all the Z-Fighters were strong enough to at least damage an enemy. Back then, everyone was welcome to join in on a fight and contribute to a win. Later on, however, only the strongest could face off against an overwhelmingly powerful opponent and hope to make a difference. If they tried to so much as help, they would only put themselves at risk of getting one-shotted. The rapid power creep outpaced all of them, so they were forced to stay out of the major fights.

]]> Fri, 23 Jun 2023 20:30:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dbz-rapid-power-creep/ There's a common trend among shonen anime, especially those featured in Weekly Shonen Jump. They'll start as these lighthearted and comedic anime before turning into a serious battle shonen. Suddenly, all of the characters' struggles start meaning something, and they have to clash about their ideals in a battle that will decide the world's fate. It happened to Gintama, Katekyo Hitman Reborn, Beelzebub, and Medaka Box (jokingly). It's also how many mainstream battle shonen got their start, including Dragon Ball, Yu Yu Hakusho, and One Piece. Beginning with lighthearted humor is a good way to get newcomers invested. Some of these series maintain or rediscover their comedic roots, but there's no denying when the seriousness line has been crossed.

]]> Fri, 23 Jun 2023 19:20:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mashle-meant-to-be-funny/ One Piece's live-action Netflix series is shaping up to be one of the best live-action anime adaptations in years, including the fascinating design of these fan-favorite characters. For the most part, the live-action One Piece series stays true to author Eiichiro Oda's manga and the anime, but this live-action series might also take a few liberties to make this adventure feel fresh and exciting all over again.

]]> Fri, 23 Jun 2023 18:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-live-action-buggy-the-clown-scary-redesign/ Netflix's live-action One Piece series will bring author Eiichiro Oda's classic shonen manga to life in spectacular fashion, from stunning setpieces to cool costume design and certainly some electrifying fight scenes with special effects. Long-time One Piece fans know that Devil Fruits are the core of the series' combat system, but the live-action series will only make light use of them.

]]> Fri, 23 Jun 2023 17:40:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-live-action-handling-of-devil-fruit-powers/ Skip and Loafer was undeniably one of the highlights of the spring 2023 anime season for a lot of fans. Based on the romantic comedy/slice of life manga series by Misaki Takamatsu, the anime series boasts really stunning animation alongside a sweet and soft romance between its main characters, Mitsumi and Shima, and a generally laid back tone that gives the show its cozy, nostalgic vibe. At the same time, one of the more considerably beautiful aspects of this story is its firm grasp on and understanding of the importance of friendship alongside romance. This is mainly shown through the development of the primary couple’s friendship prior to the development of their romantic relationship, as well as a friendship Mitsumi has with a girl she grew up with back home named Fumi.

]]> Fri, 23 Jun 2023 16:20:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/skip-loafer-platonic-friendship-important-focus/ The Japanese anime industry is renowned for its many ingrained traditions, conventions, clichés, and running jokes, from shouting attack names to big, sparkly Disney-style eyes. Some of these are just cosmetic or are cheap fun, while other long-running traditions, such as gratuitous fan service, are really showing their age.

]]> Fri, 23 Jun 2023 15:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/fanservice-ruins-anime/ Mackenyu Arata has had plenty of experience playing anime characters in live-action series. He's best known for Chihayafuru but has prominent roles in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Tokyo Ghoul, Fullmetal Alchemist, and Rurouni Kenshin. 2023, in particular, presented this actor with a couple of chances to make it big in the U.S. market.

]]> Fri, 23 Jun 2023 14:40:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-live-action-mackenyu-knights-of-the-zodiac-redemption/ Demon Slayer's hateful fiends are extremely dangerous because of their Blood Demon Arts, which grants them supernatural powers. The Demon Slayer Corps, on the other hand, only has their swordsmanship to match them—and not just any kind of swordsmanship. The most prominent members of the corps train themselves in certain styles, which are referred to as Breathing Styles. Each one attempts to master the said style until they become powerful enough to defeat even the mightiest demons.

]]> Fri, 23 Jun 2023 12:00:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-tanjiro-sun-breathing-mastery-all-breath-techiques/ Though much of the anime Hell's Paradise is riddled with mystery and intrigue, the key characters, the Yamada Asaemon, are fairly straightforward and transparent. Responsible for supervising the search for the Elixir of Life, most of these samurai-like warriors may be single-minded in their intentions, but Japanese history reveals that there is a lot more hidden behind the scenes. In fact, the real-life inspirations behind this clan answer the one question about them that has not been answered.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 17:40:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/hells-paradise-yamada-asaemon-historical-cultural-influence-key-motivation-explained/ Since Tanjiro Kamado's earliest battles as a demon slayer, he's relied heavily on the nichirin sword crafted especially for him by swordsmith Hotaru Haganezuka. Tanjiro first met the masked Mr. Haganezuka after completing the Demon Slayer Corps Final Selection trials. Arriving at Mr. Urokodaki's home, he presented Tanjiro with a sword he couldn't stop talking about, revealing for the first time just how passionate he was about swordsmithing. Haganezuja never revealed his face.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 16:20:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-swordsmith-village-masks-explained/ Demon Slayer's third season gave protagonist Tanjiro Kamado plenty of growth, including his training with that six-armed mechanical doll and his incredible performance against ever-stronger Upper Moons, like Hantengu. Tanjiro even performed a high-speed move reminiscent of Zenitsu's thunder breathing, which calls into question whether Tanjiro even needs Zenitsu in his squad anymore.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 15:30:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-tanjiro-doesnt-need-zenitsu/ Demon Slayer's third season, the Swordsmith Village story arc, shone the spotlight on two Hashira. First, Demon Slayer fans saw the awesome power of the quiet himbo Muichiro Tokito, who single-handedly slew the Upper Moon 5, Gyokko. Then, the story arc focused on Mitsuri Kanroji the Love Hashira, but she dropped the ball.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 14:41:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-mitsuri-kanroji-hashira-weakest-least-interesting/ The live-action One Piece Netflix series promises to bring the original One Piece manga and anime franchise to life in spectacular fashion, a faithful adaptation of Eiichiro Oda's original work down to the finest detail. Interestingly, the series might actually subvert a few basic shonen ideas at first, as the recent trailer featuring Roronoa Zoro the swordsman showed.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 12:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-pieces-live-action-zoro-rejects-shonen-trope/ Demon Slayer is often praised for its movie-level quality. Much of this has to do with Ufotable's brilliant animation and cinematography. Additionally, the voice acting, music, sound design, and other aspects are all top-notch. This series' silver screen potential was proven with the release of Mugen Train, the highest-grossing film of 2020. However, not everything about the series can be enhanced by a theatrical release. It's all about giving the appropriate segments their due treatment.

]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 20:30:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-season-3-finale-deserved-movie/ During the late 1990s and early 2000s, every millennial anime fan can recall hurrying home after school to watch the latest Digimon Adventure episode, simply titled Digimon: Digital Monsters in the English dub. The first series of the franchise, Digimon Adventure is about a group of young kids at summer camp who were suddenly isekai-ed into the Digital World, abbreviated as the Digi-World. They get partnered up with a Digimon and discover themselves as the ones chosen to save their home and the Digi-World from evil monsters who threaten to rule all that exists.

]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 19:20:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/digimon-adventure-better-for-adults/ The godfather of anime and manga is still inarguably Osamu Tezuka, who jumpstarted the mediums as many know them several decades ago. His manga works include the iconic Astro Boy, as well as Kimba the White Lion, Dororo, and others. Unfortunately, one of his classic works is being revisited, and the result is rubbing many fans the wrong way.

]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 18:30:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/osamu-tezuka-black-jack-ai-drawn-manga-chapter/ Fresh on the heels of a chapter that suggested the worst for Satoru Gojo comes a display of jujutsu proficiency that reiterates his status as the strongest sorcerer alive. Even after having his Domain Expansion destroyed and suffering the effects of Malevolent Shrine's guaranteed hit effect, Gojo has refused to accept defeat at Sukuna's hands, furiously clinging to life with a combination of techniques that would be impossible to achieve by anyone other than him.

]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 17:40:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/jjk-225-gojo-vs-sukuna-domain-expansion/ The Spring 2023 anime season was packed with stunning shows. Several hot new titles launched and several big-name series made their grand returns. Because of this, a few great shows got overlooked or lost in the shuffle. One such show is The Dangers In My Heart, a fantastic anime that didn't get the attention it deserved. Luckily, the end of the Spring season is the perfect time to catch up.

]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 16:20:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spring-2023-anime-dangers-in-my-heart-overlooked-underrated/ Throughout Demon Slayer, Tanjiro's relationship with demons has been unique from any other member of the Demon Slayer Corps. After all, his entire reason for becoming a Slayer is because his sister has become a demon, and he hopes to find a way to restore her humanity. Being so close to a demon puts Tanjiro in a unique position that allows him to understand and empathize with them. He won't give up on his sister, so he can't give up on other demons either.

]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 15:30:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/how-tanjiro-killed-hantengu-upper-rank-4-breaks-demon-slayer-themes/ Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Super is one of anime’s greatest shonen success stories and it remains at the top of its genre even though it’s been telling this epic adventure for nearly 40 years. One of the benefits of such a lengthy saga is that characters get to genuinely change and grow in both a physical and psychological sense. Piccolo has always been one of Dragon Ball’s most compelling characters and he’s shown extreme evolution across the many Dragon Ball series. Piccolo debuts as a demonic villain with the sole purpose of carrying out his father’s homicidal wishes. Piccolo not only outgrows his original objective, but becomes one of Goku’s greatest allies and a character who’s repeatedly put his own life on the line to save Gohan. Piccolo is a fearless and courageous hero, but he’s not without his faults and there are certain skills that it looks like he may never gain.

]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 14:40:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dragon-ball-super-manga-piccolo-hates-technology-running-gag/ One Piece set sail over 25 years ago with the East Blue saga, the first major story arc of the overall One Piece adventure. The East Blue saga was an introductory story made up of several shorter story arcs, an anthology that helped establish Monkey D. Luffy's crew for the real adventures on the Grand Line. Now, the live-action One Piece Netflix series can breathe new life into the East Blue saga.

]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 12:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-netflix-live-action-improve-east-blue-saga/ Few anime and manga series reach the international success of Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball Super, which has kept audiences entertained for nearly four decades and continues to turn out new material through its ongoing manga series. The Dragon Ball Super anime ended five years ago in 2018 following the events of the Tournament of Power, but Toriyama and Toyotarou's accompanying manga has ventured forward into exciting new territory. It’s always fascinating whenever Dragon Ball Super’s manga expands upon corners of the franchise that go neglected in the anime, such as the series’ cocky celebrity, Hercule Satan.

]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 22:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dragon-ball-super-manga-hercule-important-fame-celebrity-status/ The live-action One Piece has been a source of intense debate within the anime and manga fan community, with many wondering if the live-action version can live up to expectations. The release of a new trailer has only intensified this discussion, with many fans heading to social media to give their opinion. However, the trailer made one big mistake -- that has little to do with the adaptation itself and everything to do with how Netflix presented it in the trailer -- which likely damaged many viewers' perception of the upcoming show.

]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 21:05:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-live-action-trailer-major-mistake/ The Mobile Suit Gundam franchise isn't always about pilots fighting in giant robots. When their Mobile Suits break down or are otherwise unavailable, the heroes have to resort to personal combat. Shootouts and fisticuffs are both relatively common but Gundam also frequently relies on fencing matches and swordfights as a way of resolving combatants' differences.

]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 18:30:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/gundam-why-so-many-sword-fights/ The summer 2023 anime season is packed with hotly anticipated shows created by many beloved animation studios. However, The Gene Of AI, made by legendary studio Madhouse, could quickly become the season's sleeper hit. The new anime takes the concepts that made Black Mirror successful and presents them through a different lens, engaging with modern technology and social media debates in a novel new way.

]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 17:40:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/madhouses-summer-2023-anime-is-black-mirror-but-better/ Ash led the original Pokémon anime series for about 25 years and 25 seasons. However, some fans grew tired of his presence years ago and wished to see a new protagonist take his place. Over the years, there have also been a few spin-off Pokémon series like Pokémon Chronicles and Pokémon: Origins. These shows gave viewers a taste of what it would be like if Ash wasn’t the main lead of the Pokémon series.

]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 16:20:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/pokemon-ash-bad-hero-debate/ The upcoming One Piece live-action Netflix series has countless One Piece fans both excited and skeptical about how the characters will be portrayed. Some fans have knocked the "cosplay" appearance of characters like Monkey D. Luffy and Roronoa Zoro, among others. On the plus side, this live-action series may address very different issues of character portrayal from the original manga and anime.

]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 15:31:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/netflix-one-piece-female-character-problems-solutions/ Oshi no Ko juggles many heavy and intriguing themes as a dark drama anime, one of them being the role that untruths play in people's lives. The Hoshino found family was built on lies from the very start, and in Oshi no Ko Chapter 121, Ruby Hoshino thinks back to her days as Sarina Tendouji and the horrible lies she once told herself.

]]> Tue, 20 Jun 2023 12:00:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/oshi-no-ko-chapter-121-manga-sarina-tendouji-ruby-hoshino-like-ai-mother-liar/ Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood still ranks as one of the best and most popular anime series of all time for many reasons, including its deeply nuanced take on ethics, human nature, and justice. Though many shonen anime pit good against evil, Fullmetal Alchemist isn't quite so cut-and-dry; for instance, many characters who are ostensibly "good guys" have committed atrocities in the past, and their atonement doesn't look like a standard redemption arc.

]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2023 22:30:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/fullmetal-alchemist-blue-orange-morality/ Over the years, there has been an overabundance of live-action anime adaptations, exploring everything from Dragon Ball and Death Note to Bleach and the upcoming One Piece live-action movie. While some aren't absolutely horrible, they definitely don't come anywhere close to touching the anime that inspired them. No matter how hard producers try to make an impact and take advantage of the massive fan followings anime franchises have, they repeatedly fail to impress fans, but why?

]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2023 20:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/anime-live-action-accuracy-criticism-flaws/ While My Hero Academia creator, Horikoshi Kohei has never kept his appreciation for Western comics a secret. He's created a unique story by blending traditional shōnen elements with classic Western superhero sensibilities. MHA has paid homage to iconic superheroes like Spider-Man and Superman but Horikoshi’s sneakiest Easter egg might be not one, but two female reporters who could give DC Comics’ Lois Lane a run for her money.

]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2023 16:20:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/my-hero-academia-doesnt-have-a-lois-lane-equivalent-it-has-two/ Oshi no Ko has many dark, dramatic themes about lies and grief, but it also explores the painfully relatable theme of regret. Most of Oshi no Ko's main characters bitterly regret the lost opportunities in their personal lives, their careers, or both. In Chapter 121, Ruby Hoshino revisited that theme in tragic detail.

]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2023 15:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/oshi-no-kos-main-theme-regret/ Vinland Saga is well known for its war and conflict, violence being the driving force behind the protagonist, Thorfinn. After the death of Thors, Thorfinn's unrelenting desire for vengeance through bloodshed was the backbone of the anime's development. When Askeladd, the man who killed his father, died at the hands of Canute, Vinland Saga took a drastically different direction, exploring the philosophy of conflict and the consequences of war rather than the immediate outcome that external conflict exposed.

]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 18:30:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/vinland-saga-thorfinn-canute-clashing-ideology-importance/ Berserk is well-known for its brutal depiction of violence and gruesome themes in a world with monstrous creatures as vile as the humans that inhabit it. Throughout the series, depraved acts are committed without a shred of empathy by those gifted power by the God Hand, known as the apostles. Be they honest or evil in their past lives as humans, their humanity is stripped, and their souls belong to the God Hand upon their transformation from mortal to immortal.

]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 15:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/berserk-apostles-ranked-saintly-to-depraved/ A strong female lead is one of the most important aspects of a successful anime, especially rom-coms. Romance anime depend on a solid plot and commendable character development to counter the lack of action and thrill. However, romantic female protagonists were commonly reduced to dull love interests with zero charm and character. Luckily, the anime industry has caught on to the fact that a successful romance anime needs an anime girl who can steal the spotlight.

]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 14:41:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-romance-anime-girl-spring-2023-season/ Oshi no Ko is a dramatic and complex anime series that shows just how brutal and exploitative the idol industry can be. Still, Ruby Hoshino, daughter of Ai Hoshino, is diving headfirst into diol stardom anyway. She is determined to follow in her late mother's footsteps with the new B Komachi group, but Ruby isn't totally in control.

]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 12:00:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/oshi-no-ko-kana-arima-b-komachis-best-member/ With a large cast of diverse characters, Hell's Paradise has immense lore and character development to follow. At the same time, these details are shrouded in mystery, keeping the viewers and main cast on their toes with each drastic turn of events. At the center of the thrilling drama are the Asaemon, tasked with focusing the search for the Elixir of Life. So far, they are the only faction whose goals are -- ostensibly -- fully transparent. Being such important characters, these samurai-like warriors are key to understanding this series.

]]> Sat, 17 Jun 2023 20:30:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/hells-paradise-asaemon-samurai-purpose-explained/ It's no secret that Dragon Ball GT didn't live up to fans' expectations after Dragon Ball Z. Trying to take everything back to the adventurous tone of the original Dragon Ball, GT stumbled by nervously embracing DBZ's battle-oriented storytelling in its latter half. As disappointing as DVGT may have been, the series ends on an emotional high note by highlighting Goku's legacy far into the future.

]]> Sat, 17 Jun 2023 17:40:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dragonball-gt-goku-jr-vegeta-jr-reincarnation-theory/ What would you do if a pair of disembodied, bloody legs came running toward you, literally talking out of their butt? Most would probably run away in terror, but One Piece's Usopp thankfully realizes the legs in question belong to a friend.

]]> Sat, 17 Jun 2023 16:20:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-chapter-1030-spoilers-kinemon/ Warning: Spoilers for The Lord of the Rings trilogy and Hell's Paradise

]]> Sat, 17 Jun 2023 15:30:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/hells-paradise-lotr-female-representation-matters/ When it comes to the Straw Hat Pirates, each member brings their own unique charm and abilities to the crew. Yet even when surrounded by awesome characters, the ship's strongest swordsman stands out as one of the coolest and most admired personalities in One Piece. From the very start of his journey with the Straw Hats, Zoro has consistently showcased his badassery, earning him a solid fanbase that recognizes his exceptional feats and unwavering determination -- and rightfully so. After all, Zoro has been showing his cool side even before the Straw Hats' infamous two-year hiatus.

]]> Sat, 17 Jun 2023 14:40:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-zoro-pre-timeskip-coolest-straw-hat/ With how focused the latest chapters of One-Punch Man have been on Terrible Tornado and Saitama, Chapter 183 provided a much-needed return to One-Punch Man's large ensemble cast, many of which haven't been seen since the Monster Association Arc. One of the heroes who receives a little additional focus is S-Class Rank 16, Tanktop Master, the Tanktop Hero.

]]> Sat, 17 Jun 2023 12:00:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-punch-man-tanktop-master-purest-hero/ The Strongest Swordsman in the One Piece world, Dracule Mihawk, has always been considered one of the fiercest and most dangerous fighters in the entire series. His strength is comparable to the Yonko, such as Red-Haired Shanks, Kaidou and even Buggy the Clown. Ambitious swordsmen from across the One Piece world journey to challenge him for his title, and he recently created the Cross Guild as a means to directly counter the overreaching arm of the Navy.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 16:20:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-mihawk-yonko-fear-strategy/ The titular character in Naruto may have become the hero and Hokage in Boruto: Naruto Next Generations, but he was far from being well-liked at the start of his saga. He was nothing more than a spoiled brat who didn't know any better. In fact, his attitude -- in addition to the fact that he had the Nine-Tailed Fox sealed inside him -- almost got him assassinated. One member of the group who pushed that plan is Akamichi Choza, someone who turned out to be one of Naruto's greatest allies during the Fourth Great Ninja War.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 15:30:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/naruto-akamichi-choza-past-connetcion/ For over 25 years, Eiichiro Oda's One Piece has been keeping both manga and anime fans enthralled. Its often zany antics combine with intrigue, emotional and physical trials and, of course, mystery. One of the greatest mysteries of One Piece, apart from the nature of the One Piece treasure itself, has been the ongoing appearance of the D initial in a number of character's names. From Luffy D Monkey to Gol D Roger, it's definitely not a coincidence for all these pirates to carry the same mysterious middle initial. Often referred to as the Will of D, it suggests a unique connection between some seemingly unrelated people, and the strangest part is that many of those who carry it don't actually know what the D means.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 14:40:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/will-of-d-one-piece/ When Imu had Lulusia erased in One Piece Chapter 1060, "Luffy's Dream," the mechanism of destruction was never seen. Still, fans had a few possibilities in mind. One was that Imu had an ungodly power -- possibly a Devil Fruit power -- strong enough to wipe out an island. The other, more common theory was that the Ancient Weapon Uranus was used.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 12:00:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/one-piece-theory-mother-frame/ Whilst the Sasuke Retrieval Arc in Naruto appeared mostly successful with the defeat of the Sound Four, the ultimate goal of the mission was a failure. Team Shikamaru was bloody and beaten by the end, with the Sand Siblings arriving only in time to save them and then tend to the wounded. Due to their sorry state, the team was unable to pursue Naruto Uzumaki and assist in the fight with Sasuke Uchiha.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 00:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/naruto-would-the-sasuke-retrieval-arc-have-been-successful-if-shino-joined-the-team/ Among the upcoming Summer anime, viewers greatly anticipate a formerly unknown series entitled My Happy Marriage. MyAnimeList users rank this fantasy romance in the Top 10 most popular series. Sitting in the tenth spot, it has over 41,000 members waiting for the debut episode in July. From the trailers alone, My Happy Marriage is already becoming a stand-out series, especially among romance anime.

]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 22:30:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/my-happy-marriage-summer-2023-unexpected-potential/ Several noteworthy anime came out of the Spring 2023 season. There was something for everyone, whether that was an epic battle shonen, a wholesome romance, or a drama about the entertainment industry. There was even a music anime about violins, although it seems to have been overlooked by the majority of viewers.

]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 20:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/blue-orchestra-music-anime-why-not-popular/