Classics
Recently released on Netflix, this anime is credited with reviving the flagging anime industry. The series is a deconstruction of the mecha genre. What anime is this?
What is Neon Genesis Evangelion?
Debuting in Summer 2019, this series is the latest hit from Shounen Jump. __________ follows a brilliant teen scientist who is determined to jump start civilization after a global catastrophe petrifies everyone.
What is Dr. Stone?
This horror story focuses on three children, who come to the realization they are being raised as food for demons. The series follows the protagonists as they attempt to escape their orphanage. What is this manga called?
What is The Promised Neverland?
Name this anime!
What is Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood?
"Again" by Yui is the first opening to Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.
In Japan, one term used often for upperclassmen, mentors, or people with seniority, is ______.
What is senpai?
Senpai and kohai are terms that denote a relationship between a senior and junior. Senpai can refer to a more experienced colleague or teammate, an older student, etc.
Massively influential to the scifi genre as a whole, this anime debuted in 1995. The film takes places in the future and focuses on themes of human consciousness and individuality. What anime is this?
What is Ghost in the Shell?
This anime is infamous for having more than 200 filler episodes. What is this series called?
What is Naruto?
Naruto as a whole reportedly has 295 filler episodes.
Made by the same team that made Death Note, __________ is about a manga writer and artist who team up. The story follows their attempt to succeed in the manga industry and be published in Shounen Jump.
What is Bakuman?
Name this anime!
What is Naruto?
"Bluebird" by Ikimono-gakari is the third opening to Naruto Shippuden.
Tokyo is in what region?
What is the Kanto region?
The Kanto region is the most developed and industrialized part of Japan.
__________ focuses on a group of bounty hunters in space and is a blend of multiple genres. Credited with great writing, visuals, and music, this series still ranks as one of the great anime of the 90s.
What is Cowboy Bebop?
This anime was released in Japan in 1984 and was created from the heavily edited Beast King GoLion. The franchise went on to add more entries, and the latest is a popular Netflix reboot. What is this show/franchise called?
What is Voltron/Voltron: Defender of the Universe?
Toriyama Akira is famous for creating what franchise?
What is Dragon Ball?
Name this anime!
What is A Silent Voice?
"My Generation" by The Who is the opening to A Silent Voice.
In Japan, private school that offer prep/supplementary courses for high school and college entrance exams are called __________.
What is cram school/juku/Gakushū juku?
Cram schools exist for all levels of education and attendance is very common among students. Although criticized for contributing to the disparity in social and economic opportunities, cram schools continue to be popular in Japan.
Considered one of the most influential shounen series of all time, __________ was adapted to the screen in 1984. The anime was a bloody departure from typical action series and takes place in a post-nuclear war future. The series follows protagonist Kenshiro as he wanders through this wasteland.
What is Fist of North Star?
__________ helped lead to the creation of Studio Ghibli. Miyazaki Hayao wrote the original manga and later adapted it to film. Despite coming out before the studio's existence, this anime is still considered a Ghibli film.
What is Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind?
In Japan, issues of a series that are collected into a volume for publication are called __________.
What is tankōbon?
While tankōbon translates as independent book and refers to standalone works, the manga industry uses it for volumes that are a part of a series.
Name this anime!
What is JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable?
"Chase" by Batta is the second opening to JoJo Part 4.
"Karoshi" translates to overwork death, and refers to a condition brought on by Japan's rigorous and grueling work culture. True or false?
What is true?
"The Ministry of Labor recognizes two types of Karoshi: death form cardiovascular illness linked to overwork and suicide due work related mental stress."
Considered one of the first magic girl anime series ever, __________ follows a witch princess who accidentally teleports to Earth. The show premiered in 1966 and was in both black and white and color.
What is Sally the Witch?
This psychological thriller follows a pop idol as she tries to transition to an acting career. In __________, the protagonist is stalked by a vindictive fan and soon finds herself at the center of several grisly murders.
What is Perfect Blue?
Astroboy debuted in Shounen Jump in 1952 and is considered one of the most important manga from this era. It is still one of the best-selling manga of all time. Who is the creator?
Who is Tezuka Osamu?
Tezuka created several successful works (Astroboy, Kimba the White Lion, Black Jack, etc.) and has been referred to the godfather of manga.
Fun Facts: Tezuka was a huge fan of Walt Disney, baseball, and Superman. He is also descended from the famous samurai, Hattori Hanzo.
Name this anime!
What is Aku no Hana?
"A Last Flower" by Asa-Chang & Junray is the first ending for Aku no Hana.
The most popular sport in Japan is __________.
What is baseball?
Baseball was introduced to Japan in 1872 and is commonly called yakyu (puro yakyu refers to the professional league).
The Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) is the Japanese equivalent to MLB.