In the anime and manga community, a good story is one to remember; there are certain times however that you find the formula of the anime and end up becoming bored with what the story gives, This phenomenon can often be found with shoujo manga and its recurring use of clichés and character types.

If there is one thing that can be physically taken from anime/manga, it is merchandising. Posters, figurines, even furniture pieces, there are thousands to be found in hundreds of stores on different anime.

First it was a character type found in anime/manga, then it became something used for promotion of products and concepts all over Japan. Now,the moe phenomenon has spread beyond Japan's borders with a collaboration work with the country recognize for its chocolates, Switzerland.

Anime and manga are both well known to bring an audience to a whole other world. Whether it be the most outlandish or the most fantastical, the stories of this community open new doors for the imagination of the audience.

It was announced on Friday that the stage production, anime, and game company Marvelous will be establishing a subsidiary company which will be focused on the production and promotion of the Senran Kagura game franchise.

Which "Detective Conan" character do you think could make the fastest escape from the puzzles of the "Real escape game".

There has been collaboration involving trains, and collaborations involving curry; now here comes a collaboration involving both with the series that portrays the art of gambling "Kaiji" making the connection.

Some may know this name and others may not but Fujiko Akatsuka was and is recognized as a pioneer of the manga community and is otherwise known the “Gag Manga King." An iconic figure recognized for his unique art style and comedic works, he has left his mark and is still remembered today as evidenced with an upcoming exhibition displaying his art works.

Coming next week on April 26, see the adventures of a trio of chibi brothers and their toy store as SunRise Co. introduces a new original short-form web anime entitled Nui Nui Hinobori San Kyoudai a.

As we go into a new anime viewing season, there are still a lot to look forward to in the Summer Anime Season especially in July. It was announced on Thursday that the mixed media project titled Konbini Kareshi is green-lit to have its own anime television adaptation.