A bi-pedal turtle-like Pokemon, but bluer and cuter. He's definitely a "classic".
What is Squirtle?
100
The creator of many loved Studio Ghibli films, this famous director, writer, and artist is now known as the "Walt Disney of Japan"
Who is Hayao Miyazaki?
100
A term circulated by fans to refer to anime's humanoid-shaped and often gigantic robots (not to be confused with the holy Islamic city)
What is "meccha"?
100
This Osamu Tezaku classic from the 60s was made into a 3-D movie in 2009.
What is "Astro Boy"?
100
Kaze no Kizu! Or... Wound of the Wind.
Who is Inu Yasha from "Inu Yasha"
200
This grass starter Pokemon just might ask you if you've switched to Geico lately.
What is Treecko?
200
Masashi Kishimoto is a manga artist made famous for this ongoing Shonen Jump series, named after the main character.
What is "Naruto"?
200
The term used to define a "hardcore" anime fan. Although casually used in North America, this word has a negative connotation in Japan, like "geek" or "dork".
What is an "otaku"?
200
The Wachowski brothers, creators of the Matrix, transformed this 60s anime into a live-action movie in 2008 starring Emile Hirsch and Christina Ricci.
What is "Speed Racer"?
200
Bankai! Hihio Zabimaru! ... or Baboon King Snake Tail!
Who is Abarai Renji from Bleach?
300
This genderless Pokemon sounds a bit like a shape, and is supposedly man-made and moves freely in cyberspace.
What is "Porygon"?
300
She's written and drawn the classics many girls love: Fushigi Yuugi, Alice 19th, Absolute Boyfriend and Ayashi no Ceres -- to name a few.
Who is Watase Yuu?
300
A word anime fans use in reference to giving an unexpected -- and often enthusiastic -- hug.
What is a "glomp"?
300
In 1988 this animated film became an anime cult classic, with its cyber-punk motorcycle chase scenes and dystopian Neo-Tokyo atmosphere.
What is "AKIRA"?
300
Burning Mandala!
Hint: Celestial Fire Surround!
Who is Sailor Mars, from Sailor Moon?
400
The cute penguin-like Pokemon "Piplup" is a starter for Diamond, Pearl and Platinum and can evolve into this FINAL evolution at level 36.
What is Empoleon?
400
This Japanese artist visited Toronto for last year's Fan Expo, celebrated for a decade of illustrations for the popular Final Fantasy series.
Who is Yoshitaka Amano?
400
Inspired by Victorian fashion and pioneered by j-rock bands like Malice Mizer and Visual Kei, this Japanese fashion style dotes black brocades, heavy eyeliner, puffy gowns, feathers and old-fashioned corsets.
What is Gothic Lolita?
400
This 1970s science-fiction anime is also known as "Star Blazers", and was a pioneer anime in the "space opera" genre. A handful of movies throughout the 80s were made in tribute to the series. Hint: Think Tomato/Tomato.
What is "Space Battleship Yamato"?
400
I may run and hide, but I'll never tell a lie. Yeah, that's me in a nut shell.
Who is Duo Maxwell, from Gundam Wing?
500
This dragon/ice legendary Pokemon is new to the Black/White series, with its signature move "Glaciate"
What is Kyurem?
500
This popular j-rock band has made opening and ending themes for Rurouni Kenshin, Spirit of Moribito, Gundam, and the popular "Ready Steady Go!" from Full Metal Alchemist. The French might say they're like a "rainbow" in the industry.
Who is L'arc~en~Ciel?
500
In Japan, with their relaxed copyright laws, these amateur-made comics are created as "fan work" of existing anime or manga and are sold legally at conventions and on the web.
What is "doujinshi"?
500
This 1986 film was the first released by Studio Ghibli, and stars the lead characters Sheeta and Pazu.