Den of Otaku

In this episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, we discuss the incomparable legacy of Akira Toriyama – the creator of Dragon Ball, Dr. Slump, Sand Land, and so much more – after his tragic passing. Den of Otaku also breaks down the subversive excitement of anime’s recent approach to the sentai and kaiju genres with Go! Go! Loser Ranger and Kaiju No. 8, two of the year’s biggest series that are emblematic of larger changes in anime. There’s also discussion on Warner Bros. Japan’s recent announcement of an increased anime production slate and what this could mean for the industry. We’ve also got new installments of Den of Otaku’s “Release The Hounds” and “The Big 3!”

London Calling! In this special international episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, we head to AnimeCon London! Den of Otaku gets to the bottom of what makes anime fandom in England so special by seeing the sights and speaking to the fans. Den of Otaku touches base with Keith Silverstein (Monster, My Hero Academia, Mr. Ososmatsu) and Cristina Vee (Sailor Moon, Hunter x Hunter, Puella Magi Madoka Magica) on their storied careers in the anime industry, their most celebrated roles, and how the medium has changed since they got started. Den of Otaku also celebrates Pokémon Day by shining a light on a recent controversy that’s surrounded the Pokémon x Van Gogh Museum collaboration and how an exclusive Pikachu card has become a highly-coveted piece of collector memorabilia. We’ve also got new installments of Den of Otaku’s “Release The Hounds” and “The Big 3!,” too!

In this episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, the early controversy over the newly announced One Piece remake, THE ONE PIECE, gets broken down. Den of Otaku also brings light to the ongoing manhwa craze and anime’s push towards adapting South Korean content, like Solo Leveling. We also examine Studio Bones big 2024 hit and 25th anniversary project, Metallic Rouge. Plus, an interview with Metallic Rouge’s Monica Flatley (Rouge Redstar), Cassie Ewulu (Naomi Orthmann), and Mike McFarland (ADR Director), and new installments of Den of Otaku’s “Release The Hounds” and “The Big 3!”

In this episode of Den of Otaku, Den of Geek’s official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series, Netflix’s Pluto and Scott Pilgrim Takes Off are discussed, as well as the larger phenomena of anime remakes that radically remix their source material for modern audiences. Den of Otaku also brings light to anime’s trend of combining flora and fauna as a unique narrative device. We also break down Attack on Titan’s legendary series finale. Plus, an interview with Adam McArthur (Yuji Itadori) about Jujutsu Kaisen season two, and new installments of Den of Otaku’s “Release The Hounds” and “The Big 3!”

Den of Otaku sets sail and examines Netflix’s live-action One Piece, but also anime’s tumultuous history with live-action adaptations. Den of Otaku will also get in the cockpit with Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury and analyze the controversy that’s surrounded the mecha series’ ending. Plus, new installments of Den of Otaku’s “Release The Hounds” and “The Big 3!” —————————— This episode of Den of Otaku is sponsored by G Fuel. Use code "Otaku" for 20% off your first order! ——————————

Den of Otaku is Den of Geek's official anime and Japanese pop culture discussion series that breaks down the biggest developments in the industry. In the series' inaugural episode, Den of Geek contributor Daniel Kurland brings to light anime's own "Barbenheimer" phenomenon from the late '90s: Studio Ghibli's A-bomb epic, Grave of the Fireflies and Japan's Barbie analogue, Super Doll Licca-Chan. Den of Otaku also examines Adult Swim's ever-evolving relationship with anime and their push into original productions. Plus, the first installments of Den of Otaku's "Release The Hounds" and "The Big 3!" This episode of Den of Otaku is sponsored by G Fuel. Use code "Otaku" for 25% off your first order!