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[History] The diversification of otaku in Japanese media

February 16, 2018 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

A group of young women of varying shapes and sizes (one has an afro, one is wearing a kimono, one is stylish, one is wearing glasses and a sweatsuit) pose in front of a pink background.

What are otaku? In the west, we have our own general impressions and ideas of what that word means: antisocial men who watch anime, and girls who identify as fujoshi. However, Japanese people tend to have a different concept of the term. “Otaku” can define anyone (male or female) who is obsessed with a single interest, though the stereotypical image swings more towards anime … [Read more...] about [History] The diversification of otaku in Japanese media

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