By Brianna Contreras Tuff's University Professor Susan J. Napier discusses the rise of women in the anime community and the importance of animation during the Covid-19 pandemic. With the increasing popularity of anime, Susan J. Napier of Tuff’s University discusses the departure from the male-dominant “techie” field to a women-centered grassroots independent community. Professor Napier shares her expertise in anime with 30 years of experience in the community. Her most noteworthy book is Miyazakiworld: A Life in Art. Q: During the pandemic, why do you think people grew more of a connection to anime? A: Anime is created to draw you in, to entice you, to get you … [Read more...] about Finding creativity in anime and animation
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A day in Japan, Drawing students’ attention to Japanese culture
By Hairuo Yi |Staff Writer| Japan Day, a school event drawing students’ attention to Japanese culture and the internationalization of campus, was held Nov. 18. There were four activities held during Japan Day, which were a Japanese Taiko drum performance, Japanese culture booths, Japanese tea time and a Kabuki lecture and demonstration. The lecturer of the Department of World Languages and Literature Makiko Amaya, said they invited a professional Taiko performer from Los Angeles and had over 100 people attend. Japanese culture booths and a segment called “tea time,” was available during the event. “Teatime would serve Japanese Tea, in the … [Read more...] about A day in Japan, Drawing students’ attention to Japanese culture
Special Feature- Tamashii Nations bring out the kid in Collectors
By Marvin Garcia |Asst. Features Editor| Japanese action figure manufacturer Tamashii Nations teamed up with Bandai to bring fond memories of the past to hardcore collectors with their S.H Figuarts line. For those anime lovers, many will be thrilled to see series such as "Dragon Ball Z," "Gundam Wing," "Sailor Moon," and my personal favorite, "Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac," being brought to the palm of their hands. While most of their products remain Japanese brands, they have expanded by integrating American figures to their line, such as Star Wars and "Avengers: Age of Ultron." Tamashii Nation excels in their image sculpture consistency and the articulation that allows … [Read more...] about Special Feature- Tamashii Nations bring out the kid in Collectors
San Fransokyo gives birth to a new hero
By Daleth Quintanilla |Staff Writer| Disney’s animated comedy-adventure “Big Hero 6” is action-packed and enjoyable for the entire family. “Big Hero 6” is a better-than-average kids movie, but focuses on mature themes such as loss, anger, and camaraderie. The PG-rated film is directed by Don Hall and Chris Williams, and is inspired by a Marvel superhero comic book series of the same name. The character Hiro Hamada, voiced by Ryan Potter, is a boy genius and robot prodigy who spends his time participating in back alley robot fights. Worried that Hiro is wasting his potential, older brother Tadashi, voiced by Daniel Henney, gives him a tour of his university’s robotics … [Read more...] about San Fransokyo gives birth to a new hero