The Asian comic market is dominated by Japanese Manga and Korean Manhwa. While both are sequential arts with rich narratives, they fundamentally differ in their format, production, and consumption method—a division that has become crucial with the rise of mobile devices. The most notable difference for the reader is that Manhwa, in its modern Webtoon format, was designed from the ground...

What is a "Visual Novel"? A Guide to the Games That Inspire Your Favorite Anime (Like 'Steins;Gate' and 'Clannad')   Have you ever watched a romance anime where the protagonist seems to have incredible chemistry with a side character, only to suddenly "forget" them and focus on someone else? Or have you watched a sci-fi series like Steins;Gate and wondered why fans talk about a "True...

The “curse of video game adaptations” is a real phenomenon. For decades, most anime based on video games were, at best, 20‑minute commercials and, at worst, rushed adaptations that stripped away everything that made the original great. But that has changed. In the modern era of streaming, creators have had the freedom to take the lore and world of a video game and build something...

A Beginner's Guide to Anime Terms: 15 Words Every New Fan Should Know   When you start watching anime, you will encounter words and phrases not commonly used in English. Some are Japanese terms used for their specificity, and others are words created by the international fan community. This terminology may seem confusing at first, but it is easy to learn. This guide defines 15 of the most...

A Foodie's Guide to Anime: What Are Onigiri, Ramen, and Taiyaki?   Food in anime is often animated with a level of detail that makes it look more delicious than real food. From characters meticulously preparing bento boxes to scenes of them devouring bowls of noodles, food is a pillar of the narrative. For new viewers, three foods appear constantly, acting as key cultural items: Onigiri...