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Celebrate National Anime Day on April 15 with your friends and family! This special day was created to honor the love of anime art, stories, and characters. It's a great time to get together with fans of all ages who enjoy watching their favorite shows or movies in Japanese animation style. And if you haven't seen any yet, this is a perfect opportunity to check out some classic titles like Akira or Cowboy Bebop!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1917</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Anime</div><div class='timeline-text'>The earliest known anime, a two-minute clip of a samurai warrior, is released, silently laying the groundwork for anime as a form of art in Japan.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1963</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Anime TV Series</div><div class='timeline-text'>Astro Boy, created by Osamu Tezuka, debuts as the first animated television series in the anime format, popularizing the medium at home and abroad.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1988</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>International Breakthrough</div><div class='timeline-text'>Release of Akira, a dystopian cyberpunk film directed by Katsuhiro Otomo, serves as a milestone for anime forging international acclaim and recognition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Studio Ghibli</div><div class='timeline-text'>Studio Ghibli's Princess Mononoke becomes the highest grossing film in Japan upon release before Titanic took over, cementing the studio’s global notoriety.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Anime in Streaming Era</div><div class='timeline-text'>Crunchyroll, a prominent anime streaming site, scores over 400,000 paid subscribers, highlighting the impact of the digital age on anime distribution and consumption.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch an anime movie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pop some popcorn and break out your favorite anime movie for a night of fun! Whether it's an adventure, comedy, drama, horror, or sci-fi, there's something for everyone.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Hold a cosplay contest</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up your friends and hold a cosplay contest to see who can come up with the most creative costume. Make sure to take lots of pictures!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Play an anime game</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Search YouTube for an anime game that you can play with your friends. There are tons of games that you can play from the comfort of your own home.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a viewing party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite some friends over to watch your favorite anime series together. Serve snacks and drinks and make sure everyone has a great time!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create an anime fan art project</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to create something special in honor of National Anime Day. You can draw, paint, sculpt, or create something on the computer if you're feeling techy.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Anime is creative and imaginative</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Anime inspires creativity by pushing the boundaries of traditional storytelling. With intricate characters, unique plotlines and fantastical worlds, anime takes animation to exciting new places that are nothing short of dazzling. It's a medium that celebrates imagination and encourages us to break away from the mold!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Anime has something for everyone</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Thanks to its diverse range of genres and subject matter, anime has something that appeals to everyone. From lighthearted comedies to action-packed thrillers, there's an anime show out there for any kind of viewer – regardless of age or background. Find the right one and you'll be instantly hooked!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Anime promotes acceptance & tolerance</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Anime portrays diversity in a way that few other media can match. By illustrating characters from different cultures, representing various gender identities and expanding our understanding of what it means to be human, anime helps us to open our hearts and minds to those around us - no matter who they may be.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Anime Can Aid in Language Learning</h3><p class='facts-content'>Watching anime in its original language, Japanese, is a popular and effective method for language learners to pick up new phrases, learn pronunciation, and improve listening skills.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Anime Embraces Complex Themes</h3><p class='facts-content'>Unlike many Western cartoons that target young audiences, anime often tackles deep, complex themes like morality, social structuring, and personal growth, intriguing adult audiences.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Anime Influences Global Pop Culture</h3><p class='facts-content'>From fashion trends to street art and music videos worldwide, the stylistic influences of anime can be seen far beyond its country of origin.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Anime Characters Often Have Meaningful Names</h3><p class='facts-content'>In anime, characters' names often have symbolic meaning related to their personalities or roles in the story, creating deeper character development and enriched narratives.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Manga Complements Anime</h3><p class='facts-content'>Manga, the comic book counterpart to anime, often coexist. Some anime series are adaptations of manga series, allowing for different forms of consumption of the story.</p></div></div>
National Anime Day is celebrated on April 15 every year. In 2024 National Anime Day will occur on a Monday.
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