Fans of the Japanese pop culture are finding connection and love through a common interest. Bookstore owners say the trend has had staying power, and more people are taking Japanese language classes.

One Piece's manga still has a sense of irreplicable charm that is best captured through the series' stunning double spreads ...

Ultimately, this anime tells a fairly simple story about two young wannabe artists who become friends and bond over a love of drawing manga. Hideaki Anno's retelling of Neon Genesis Evangelion, all ...

In fact, there's an entire genre of anime known as "iyashikei," meaning "healing," referring to anime meant to have a soothing effect on viewers. These series make up for what they lack in conflict ...