What is the history of anime in Japan?

Guide to Anime history and anime in Japan. Learning a little bit about Japanese culture and history can go a long way towards helping your enjoyment and gaining the understanding of anime especially if you’re planning to visit Japan. read more

The history of anime can be traced back to the start of the 20th century, with the earliest verifiable films dating from 1917. The first generation of animators in the late 1910s included Ōten Shimokawa, Jun'ichi Kōuchi and Seitaro Kitayama, commonly referred to as the"fathers" of anime. read more

The History of Anime"Anime." Depending on who you are, the word can conjure up images of exciting adventures, stylized art, or your teenage daughter talking excitedly about her current obsession. In Japan, the word refers to any kind of animation at all, but the rest of the world has adopted it to mean animation specifically from Japan. read more