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In Japanese games and anime, there are often character archetypes you will see again and again the more you watch. And when it comes to characters, there are no more commonly used archetypes than those known as the “deres”: tsundere, kuudere, dandere, and yandere. To start with, the term “dere” itself comes from the Japanese word “deredere” which is the onomatopoeia for being lovestruck. By combining this word with other words, we get these new terms which describe love interests in anime and games.  And while these terms are most commonly used in reference to female characters, they can be used to describe male characters as well. Tsundere The first and most well known of the deres is the tsundere. The “tsun” in tsundere comes from the Japanese word “tsuntsun” which means to be aloof or high and mighty. Thus, tsunderes are often stuck-up on the outside but loving on the inside. Often, tsu

One of the exciting things about anime, is that it shows cultural aspects of Japan and other places in a interesting way, and one of the most beautiful examples of it, is the Kimono.  From the multi-layered Kimono of the Heian period, to the Furisode Kimono with its gorgeous long sleeves. This beautiful garment catches our attention and imagination, and has become a worldwide symbol of Japanese classy sexiness and femininity, and in the case of the men, cool and manly style.  So we are going to share with you the top 10 anime that features characters wearing kimono in all its splendor. Let’s enjoy this beautiful clothing as an essential part of the storylines in Japanese animation. 10. Kamisama Hajimemashita (Kamisama Kiss) Based from a very popular manga, Kamisama Kiss is a romantic anime series that tells the story of Nanami, a high school girl that after being abandoned by her father, ends up in the streets without a place to go. 

Annapurna Interactive takes over as publisher for game by Katamari Damacy creator Annapurna Interactive announced on Thursday that it is publishing Katamari Damacy game creator Keita Takahashi, video game designer Robin Hunicke, annd developer Funomena's Wattam game. The company is taking over publishing from Sony Interactive Entertainment. While previously listed only for PlayStation 4, the game is now listed as coming to "consoles" and PC. Annapurna Interactive describes the game: From the imaginations of Keita Takahashi (creator of Katamari Damacy) and developer Funomena comes the weird, wild, wacky, whimsical world of Wattam. MAKE NEW FRIENDS: The Mayor invites you to explore the colorful world of Wattam and bond with over 100 unique and carefree characters. The connections you form open a treasure chest of possibilities - playing, switching, stacking, climbing, chasing, floating, exploding and/or dancing all in the name of fun. EXPERIENCE JOYFUL EXPLOSIONS: Th

Anime has its own rules about everything, including using words that don’t make sense to people who don’t watch it. So to help you both understand and enjoy it, here are 10 anime words every fan needs to know. 1. Otaku Usually, a fan of anime who simply loves the art form. Kind of like “geek” or “nerd” in English, but, when used in the West, the term focuses specifically on liking anime and manga, doing cosplay, talking about it on the internet, debating it at clubs, making dates with strangers to watch anime, leaving your BF/GF because they don’t watch anime....   2. Weeabo When “otaku” just doesn’t cut it. Someone who obsesses about anime or manga and, unfortunately, learns everything they know about Japan from anime and therefore has a very immature view of the country. Usually cannot take part in a civil discussion without flipping over a desk, and routinely belittles Japanese cul

Masochists or M's. It could be physical or emotional, but the end result always ends in their own personal excitement.  Here are 10 masochist anime Characters. 1. Andre - Prison School   2. Yoshiharu Hisomu - Kiznaiver 3. Momou Inugami - Binbougami ga! 4. Kuro Tokage - Ranpo Kitan: Game of Laplace 5. Kozakura Zenigata - The Severing Crime Edge 6. Suzuna Hiiragi - Dog & Scissors 7. Hana Katsuragi - Seikon no Qwaser 8. Virgo - Fairy Tail 20 Fascinating Facts From Fairy Tail You Never Know Top 10 Fan Favourite Female Characters From Fairy Tail 9. Sarutobi Ayame - Gintama   10. Taro Sado - MM!