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In this episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, we’re breaking down Japan’s unique relationship with Christmas and how this has carried over into anime programming. Den of Otaku discusses why Colonel Sanders is a Japanese Christmas icon, why anime Christmas content lacks religious themes, and if Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz is a better Christmas movie than Tokyo Godfathers. Den of Otaku also runs down 2024’s must-watch anime titles, with a new end of the year “Release the Hounds” for good measure. So grab your fried chicken and white cake and let’s end the year like true otaku!
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We’re going all in on Kohei Horikoshi’s modern shonen masterpiece, My Hero Academia! Den of Otaku examines My Hero Academia’s unusual origins, why its final seasons have been such unconventional triumphs, and what its future may hold now that the manga is over and the anime has announced its endgame. Plus, some interesting analysis on My Hero Academia’s various manga spin-offs and which could receive an anime adaptation. There’s also special superhero-inspired editions of “Release the Hounds” and “The Big 3!” Plus Ultra, everyone!
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In this episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, we’re celebrating Dragon Ball’s 40th anniversary! Den of Otaku breaks down the influences of origins of Akira Toriyama’s groundbreaking shonen series, why it’s so special, how it evolved from its humble gag comedy roots into an iconic action staple, and what lies ahead in Dragon Ball’s future. Plus, special Dragon Ball-coded editions of “Release the Hounds” and “The Big 3!”
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In this episode we’re breaking down the popular magical girl subgenre! Den of Otaku takes a deep dive into the subgenre’s humble origins during the 1950s and ’60s, how it’s a style of storytelling that consistently holds a mirror up to Japanese society, and the ways in which it’s evolved into a more subversive and all-inclusive subgenre that’s found international appeal. Plus, a special magical girl edition of “The Big 3!” Grab your cosmic heart compact, moon sticks, and broomsticks, everyone!
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In this special Halloween episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, we’re shining a spooky light on the anime industry’s comprehensive relationship with the horror genre! Den of Otaku breaks down anime’s history with horror, why it’s more prominent and successful than Western horror animation, a celebration of Higurashi: When They Cry and Monogatari, and the many different sub-genres that have helped horror anime and manga thrive! Plus, special spooky editions of “Release the Hounds” and “The Big 3!”
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In this episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, we explore the unique benefits of American properties that have undergone anime makeovers, such as Rick and Morty: The Anime, The Lord of the Rings: The War of Rohirrim, and Go-Go Mystery Machine. Den of Otaku also breaks down the industry’s growing trend of anime, manga and American crossovers, which has recently hit a fever pitch with IDW and Vix’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Naruto four-issue series. We also discuss the end of two manga behemoths, My Hero Academia and Jujutsu Kaisen, and what this means for the shonen genre’s future. Plus, new installments of “The Big 3!” and “Release the Hounds.”
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In this special episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, we boot up Netflix and celebrate the streaming service’s new animation slate, specifically Zack Snyder’s Twilight of the Gods and Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft. Den of Otaku discusses Zack Snyder’s surprising relationship with anime and how it’s been a throughline of his career, which has culminated in Twilight of the Gods. We also assess why Netflix is a leading name when it comes to anime video adaptations and how their newest series, Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft, will continue to open doors for them in this regard. We dig deep into these series with in-depth interviews with the creative forces behind both shows, Zack and Deborah Snyder for Twilight of the Gods and Tasha Huo for Tomb Raider. Plus, we’ve got special “Netflix Editions” of Den of Otaku’s “The Big 3!”
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In this very special episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, we plug ourselves into Skynet and go all in on Netflix’s new sci-fi anime sensation, Terminator Zero. Den of Otaku discusses the Terminator franchise’s impact on pop culture, Production I.G’s legacy as an animation studio, and why Terminator Zero succeeds where other Terminator series have failed through its decision to tell a uniquely Japanese story in the franchise’s broader framework. Den of Otaku also digs deep into Terminator Zero’s circuitry with an in-depth interview with the series’ showrunner, head writer, and executive producer, Mattson Tomlin (The Batman Part II). Plus, there’s a special “Killer Robot Edition” of Den of Otaku’s “The Big 3!”
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In this episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek's official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, we discuss the latest developments behind the live-action Naruto and One-Punch Man feature films and what this means for the industry’s future. Den of Otaku also discusses anime’s history with “dark doubles” in the context of My Hero Academia’s upcoming movie. Den of Otaku also breaks down the anniversaries of Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence and Mobile Fighter G Gundam, two misunderstood anime masterpieces that are finally beginning to get their due. We’ve also got new installments of Den of Otaku's "Release The Hounds" and "The Big 3!"
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In this episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, we discuss the incomparable legacy of Akira Toriyama – the creator of Dragon Ball, Dr. Slump, Sand Land, and so much more – after his tragic passing. Den of Otaku also breaks down the subversive excitement of anime’s recent approach to the sentai and kaiju genres with Go! Go! Loser Ranger and Kaiju No. 8, two of the year’s biggest series that are emblematic of larger changes in anime. There’s also discussion on Warner Bros. Japan’s recent announcement of an increased anime production slate and what this could mean for the industry. We’ve also got new installments of Den of Otaku’s “Release The Hounds” and “The Big 3!”
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London Calling! In this special international episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, we head to AnimeCon London! Den of Otaku gets to the bottom of what makes anime fandom in England so special by seeing the sights and speaking to the fans. Den of Otaku touches base with Keith Silverstein (Monster, My Hero Academia, Mr. Ososmatsu) and Cristina Vee (Sailor Moon, Hunter x Hunter, Puella Magi Madoka Magica) on their storied careers in the anime industry, their most celebrated roles, and how the medium has changed since they got started. Den of Otaku also celebrates Pokémon Day by shining a light on a recent controversy that’s surrounded the Pokémon x Van Gogh Museum collaboration and how an exclusive Pikachu card has become a highly-coveted piece of collector memorabilia. We’ve also got new installments of Den of Otaku’s “Release The Hounds” and “The Big 3!,” too!
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In this episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, the early controversy over the newly announced One Piece remake, THE ONE PIECE, gets broken down. Den of Otaku also brings light to the ongoing manhwa craze and anime’s push towards adapting South Korean content, like Solo Leveling. We also examine Studio Bones big 2024 hit and 25th anniversary project, Metallic Rouge. Plus, an interview with Metallic Rouge’s Monica Flatley (Rouge Redstar), Cassie Ewulu (Naomi Orthmann), and Mike McFarland (ADR Director), and new installments of Den of Otaku’s “Release The Hounds” and “The Big 3!”
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In this episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, Netflix’s Pluto and Scott Pilgrim Takes Off are discussed, as well as the larger phenomena of anime remakes that radically remix their source material for modern audiences. Den of Otaku also brings light to anime’s trend of combining flora and fauna as a unique narrative device. We also break down Attack on Titan’s legendary series finale. Plus, an interview with Adam McArthur (Yuji Itadori) about Jujutsu Kaisen season two, and new installments of Den of Otaku’s “Release The Hounds” and “The Big 3!”
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Den of Otaku sets sail and examines Netflix’s live-action One Piece, but also anime’s tumultuous history with live-action adaptations. Den of Otaku will also get in the cockpit with Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury and analyze the controversy that’s surrounded the mecha series’ ending. Plus, new installments of Den of Otaku’s “Release The Hounds” and “The Big 3!”
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Den of Otaku is Den of Geek's official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series that breaks down the biggest developments in the industry. In the series' inaugural episode, Den of Geek contributor Daniel Kurland brings to light anime's own "Barbenheimer" phenomenon from the late '90s: Studio Ghibli's A-bomb epic, Grave of the Fireflies and Japan's Barbie analogue, Super Doll Licca-Chan. Den of Otaku also examines Adult Swim's ever-evolving relationship with anime and their push into original productions. Plus, the first installments of Den of Otaku's "Release The Hounds" and "The Big 3!"
This episode of Den of Otaku is sponsored by G Fuel. Use code "Otaku" for 25% off your first order!
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