Is anime considered Japanese propaganda?

Wha? Considering a fairly large number of anime are set in mythical, sci-fi, and even alternate worlds, I have to say “NO!” DBZ series? Takes place on an Earth with 1 continent and dinosaurs still roam it. Sailor Moon? read more

There is no propaganda unless you count the American company's since they are the ones that buy the rights from the Japanese and sell it to us. Then its not the Japanese making money but the north American company's profiting from or mass buying of anime. read more

The effect WW2 had on Japan has had a considerable impact in how Japanese people tend to view war, and that view is readily seen in anime. Hayao Miyazaki is a titan in the anime industry and an extreme pacifist. read more