Used - This is a comprehensive guide to the complicated world of Anime, the particularly Japanese style of animation. Covering hundreds of films and organized year by year, it provides a short plot synopsis for each as well as a rating system.
Suddenly anime is . . . exploding. But where did Japanese animation come from, and what does it all mean? Written for fans, culture watchers, and perplexed outsiders, this is an engaging tour of the anime megaverse, from older arts and manga traditions to the works of modern directors like Miyazaki and Otomo. Read about anime standbys like giant robots, samurai, furry beasts, high school heroines, and gay/girl/fanboy love-even war and reincarnation, plus all of anime's major themes, styles, and conventions.
New - Suddenly anime is . . . exploding. But where did Japanese animation come from, and what does it all mean? Written for fans, culture watchers, and perplexed outsiders, this is an engaging tour of the anime megaverse, from older arts and manga traditions to the works of modern directors like Miyazaki and Otomo. 50 photos.
Cowboy Bebop Complete Type 5 Art Book Cowboy Bebop Complete Type 5 Art Book SKU: ACISBN-CCT05 Shipping: Published by: Newtype Length: 95 pages Language: Japanese The book is packed with information about this hit TV series. There are section dealing with the opening and closing scenes. Also a character section for each of the main characters. Included are the synopsis for episodes 20-23. If that is not enough the back of the book is fill with character design sketches.
The Slayers, Vol. 2: Book of Spells [Essential Anime] -DVD: FRYS.com #: 4331315 MPAA Rating: 13Up Shipping: Detailed Description Production portfolio Original trailers Sound : DD5.1 Language : Eng/Japanese Release Date : January 25, 2005 Length : 75 Minutes Dvdsides : 1 Dvddiscs : 1 Upc : 702727114625
Cowboy Bebop Complete Type 4 Art Book Cowboy Bebop Complete Type 4 Art Book SKU: ACISBN-CCT04 Shipping: Published by: Newtype Length: 95 pages Language: Japanese The book is packed with information about this hit TV series. There are section dealing with the opening and closing scenes. Also a character section for eac
CLAMP Mokona no Okimono Kimono Import Book CLAMP Mokona no Okimono Kimono Import Book SKU: ACISBN-69276 Weight:1.40 Shipping: Published : Okimono Kimono Format : Full Color Text : Japanese Size: Approx. 6" X 8.25" Page : 130 Mokona is a member of CLAMP, the manga artists group made up of four women. She is a big fan of the Kimono, the traditional Japanese costume, and this is her first guide book dedicated to the clothing. This book contain pictures of Kimonos designed by her, many types of cute Kimono
Slayers Try Art Book Slayers Try Art Book SKU: ACISBN-SLAYERST Weight:0.00 Shipping: Published by: Dragon Magazine Length: 80 pages Language: Japanese This book has a collection of artwork and screen shot for the 3rd TV series of Slayers. Contains a character design and background sections. There is a small section of Slayers Next. Included a synopsis of Slayers Try episodes 1 - 8. If that is not enough there is even a 2 sided pin up poster folded in the front of the book. For all the fans of Lina Inverse
New - The phenomenally popular "Power Rangers", the most mainstream offshoot of "anime", or Japanese animation, is just the tip of the iceberg. There are hundreds of these virtually astonishing films, appealing to people of all ages and tastes. This guide features detailed listings of feature films and direct-to-video features, arranged by title, year of release, and subject, that have been released since 1983. Illustrations throughout.
SORA KAKE GIRL ANIME ART BOOK Product ID : CRBP-10036 GACKT - PLATINUM BOX VI - DVD Contains : Deluxe DVD Box Set Avail : Special Limited Edition, with awesome metal tray. (very heavy) Format : 1 DVD - NTSC Region 2 The DVD is an original Japanese region 2 NTSC DVD. New sealed item, photo is for display only. Release date : 21/10/2005 New sealed item - photo is for reference only
Spirited Away Art Book Spirited Away Art Book SKU: ACISBN-SA04 Weight:1.10 Shipping: Text : Japanese Full Color and Black & White Length : 144 page The magical adventure of Spirited Away is captured in this beautiful art book. It contains the cel artwork from the original movie and brief summary of ea
New - Here are extended reviews of 100 top Japanese animation films, TV series, and made-for-video series, from 1958 to the present. Each entry includes data, summary, style, critical comments, and viewer-discretion guides.
Cat Returns This is Animation Artbook Cat Returns This is Animation Artbook SKU: ACISBN-15670 Shipping: Published : Shogakukan Format : Color Text: Japanese Length: 50 Pages Size: Approx. 10.25" X 8.25" After "Spirited Away," the Studio Ghibli present "The Cat Returns." This is from "This is Animation" series from Miyazaki's Ghibli This is animation Series collection.
New - Japanese animation or anime (pronounced "annie-may") is the most talked about pop culture trend to hit American shores since The Beatles. Recently featured articles in Newsweek, USA Today, & the New York Times have highlighted the booming popularity of this imported "adult" animation. As more Japanese cartoon series pop up on television, & dozens of new home video releases are snatched up by fans each month, the one thing that's been missing is a good road map. Thanks to the efforts of Tri
Tweeny Witches True Book of Spells DVD Box Set Tweeny Witches True Book of Spells DVD Box Set SKU: ACAWDVD-0885 Weight:3.50 Shipping: Released By : Media Blasters Rated : 13UP Length : 600 min Language : Japanese, English Subtitles : English Genre : Fantasy Region : 1 Contains 8 Discs Arusu, a young girl who believes in magic with all her heart, finds her dreams have come true when she's thrust into a magical world that is nothing like she imagined. While wonders surround her at every step, from fairies of
Used - Following the success of "Japanese Comickers," this edition profiles 12 Japanese and Korean artists working in anime and manga--all of whom eagerly discuss their work and share their thoughts on this increasingly popular genre. This showcase of the cutting-edge vanguard of anime and manga illustration is a valuable how-to guide for aspiring artists.
Manga Bible Story-japanese: Comic Book Style Bible The story of the Bible from Genesis to Pauls letters in exciting comic book style (manga) stories for children, youth and adults. Pronunciation marks. Japanesestyle manga B&W illustrations.Ideal for host families of Japanese foreign exchange students and homestay guests ages 825. Product Description ISBN 426401798X EAN 9784264017981 UPC 000000876394 Pages 879 Dimensions: Length: 8.2" Width: 5.9" Height: 2.2" Weight: 2.73 lbs. Release Date Oct 1, 2005 Series
Cowboy Bebop Complete Type 2 Art Book Cowboy Bebop Complete Type 2 Art Book SKU: ACISBN-CCT02 Shipping: Published by: Newtype Length: 95 pages Language: Japanese The book is packed with information about this hit TV series. There are section dealing with the opening and closing scenes. Also a character section for eac
New - An illustrated guide to the works of one of the world's greatest animation artists, timed for the new Miramax release of "Princess Mononoke " - -Miyazaki 's masterwork and the top-grossing film in all Japanese history. 60 illustrations. in color.