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A 36-Year-Old Papercraft Artist Has Gone Viral For His Life-Sized Anime Figures
A 36-year-old Allan Vincent Cruz, the artist from Bocaue, Bulacan, pours his love for anime into creating detailed paper sculptures, turning his favorite characters into intricate real-life art pieces. Cruz’s journey into papercraft began in 2013 when his interest in toy collecting was thwarted by financial constraints. Instead of giving up, he turned his creativity towards making his own figures out of paper. “I’m a certified 90s kid; cartoons and anime were trendy then. That’s what inspired me to create…
Officer Cleared of Charges After Alleged Assault Over Oshi No Ko Spoilers
A 50-year-old employee of the Kyoto District Legal Affairs Bureau, who had faced assault charges for an incident stemming from a manga spoiler, has been cleared of all accusations. The Kyoto District Public Prosecutors Office made the decision not to pursue prosecution, although specific reasons behind this choice have not been disclosed. The decision, dated June 3, 2024, marks the conclusion of a legal saga that began on Feb 1, 2024. Charges Dropped Against Officer Accused of Assaulting Co-worker Over…
Fullmetal Alchemist Scriptwriter Denounces Rumors of Mistreatment Towards Author Hiromu Arakawa During Production
A recent Twitter exchange between Manpuku Jinja and FMA scriptwriter Sho Aikawa has sparked controversy within the anime community regarding the production of the original Fullmetal Alchemist anime. The exchange began with Manpuku Jinja’s tweet, alleging that script meetings for the FMA anime involved original manga author Hiromu Arakawa. According to Jinja, during one of these meetings, a scriptwriter reportedly told Arakawa to stay quiet, which stirred concern among fans. Scriptwriter for Fullmetal Alchemist Refutes Claims of Poor Treatment Towards…
One Piece’s Live-Action Adaptation on Netflix Boosts Anime’s Popularity to New Heights
Discover the grand adventure that has entertained millions worldwide as Netflix delves deeper into the boundless world of One Piece. Following the triumphant debut of its live-action adaptation, the Straw Hat Pirates have become an indelible mark on the streaming service. With the announcement of a second season in the pipeline, fans eagerly anticipate the continuation of Luffy’s journey through the Grand Line. Netflix’s One Piece Live-Action Series Elevates Anime’s Presence The first season of the live-action series sailed into…
Second Character Trailer From Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings In Russian Drops Ahead Of July Debut
The eagerly awaited anime adaptation of Sunsunsun and Momoco’s light novels, Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings In Russian is set to debut on July 3rd. Ryota Ito at Doga Kobo Studio is in the Director’s chair while Yuhei Murota is in charge of character design. Meet Alisa Mikhailovna Kujou, the mysterious beauty who keeps her emotions close to her chest. Admired for her stunning appearance and intellect, she remains a distant figure to her peers. But a different side of…
Japanese Politician Calls For Stricter Laws On Loli Shota Content
Certain genres within Anime mediums provoke substantial controversy, none more so than the contentious topics of loli and shota. These genres involve characters who appear to be children or are depicted as such, often in sexualized contexts, prompting intense debate and ethical considerations. In Japan’s 213th Diet session, Masako Okawara, a politician, has called for stricter regulations on any media, including anime and manga, that exploit children. Loli and shota content is at the forefront of this discussion due to…