Japanese anime: Why does it inspire people all over the world?
・Beyond the boundaries of entertainment, becoming a bridge between intercultural exchange and mutual understanding
・Exploring the secrets of Japanese anime that deeply touch people around the world
Summary from an article published in Record China.
Chinese portal site: Sohu
On February 20th, we discussed “Why does Japanese anime touch the hearts of audiences around the world?”
Japanese anime: Uniqueness of artistic style:
1. The unique artistic style of Japanese anime is the foundation that supports its global appeal.
2. Western animation styles pursue relatively realistic expression.
Doraemon, Naruto, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba:
Why does Japanese anime transcend language and cultural barriers and deeply touch the hearts of people from diverse countries and regions?
1. Works that are memorable from childhood, such as Doraemon
2. Youth battle works, such as Naruto
3. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba has become a social phenomenon
Japanese anime: Diversity of artistic styles:
Japanese anime often uses exaggerated facial expressions, character designs, and colorful colors.
Detective Conan:
1. Detective Conan’s large eyes bring out the individuality of the characters.
2. That’s why Japanese anime gives viewers visual satisfaction.
Japanese anime: Reflects Japanese cultural elements:
Inuyasha:
Inuyasha, elements of Japanese myths and legends can be seen.
Japanese anime incorporates Japanese culture and thought into the work.
Attack on Titan: Reflects humanity and war:
1. In Attack on Titan, humanity and war are carefully depicted.
2. And it discusses deep thoughts about survival.
It is not just a story, but serves as a medium to convey humanity to the world.
Japanese anime: Emphasis on depicting the inner world of characters
1. Western animation is mostly simple entertainment.
2. Japanese anime spends a lot of time depicting the inner world of characters.
This gives each character a vivid personality and complex emotions.
In the case of “ONE PIECE”: empathize with the characters
You experience the pain of growing up together with the characters, have the courage to face difficulties, and share the joy of victory.
1. Luffy’s unwavering beliefs and friendship,
2. The depiction of family love and growth in “CLANNAD”,
3. Viewers see themselves in the characters.
It is this “emotional connection” that moves the hearts of viewers around the world.
Japanese anime: Innovation and diversity of subject matter
One of the reasons Japanese anime attracts audiences is the innovation and diversity of subject matter.
In the case of “Ghost in the Shell”:
1. It combines science fiction and philosophy and has a cutting-edge theme of AI.
2. It delves deeply into the meaning and value of human existence.
Japanese anime is not just entertainment, but also has a high level of ideological value.
Japanese anime: Global expansion strategy
The reason behind the global popularity of Japanese anime is its global expansion strategy.
1. It advances into overseas markets through streaming, social media, and international events.
2. Japanese anime spreads around the world, allowing viewers to talk to each other.
Watching anime gives viewers the opportunity to be moved, think, and grow.
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