Category: Ask John

Question: I was wondering if you could give me any information on an anime called Homeroom Affair. A friend of mine had it on beta years ago, and

Question: Has the Japanese manga/anime industry had any changes sine the rise in popularity among anime in America? Has American support influenced anything in the art, style, or

Question: It is well-known in Japan that “Sazae-san” and “Doraemon” have got high TV rating over 10 percent for dozens years. They are not aimed initially at hardcore

Question: What’s the target audience for anime like Ichigo Mashimaro? Even though shows like Ichigo Mashimaro and Rozen Maiden feature cute girls, are they targeted for 20-30 year

Question: With the announcement of not one but four Evangelion movies in the works, what do you feel they will try to accomplish with them? It is obvious

Question: I love the serious parts of anime/manga, but could never get over the silly faces and sweat and gushing noses that appeared once in a while. I

Question: Do you believe that the “Galaxy Express 999” television series will be licensed in America for DVD release? I am rather disappointed that Viz has yet to

Question: Should anime be underground, or is that elitist thinking? There are those fans who insist that bringing anime into the mainstream has a positive effect on the

Question: Why is it that Hollywood never really seems to take advantage of anime’s huge fanbase? I mean, sure, every once in a while they do a remake

Question: Any chance in hell that Synch-Point will release more Tenshi ni Narumon on DVD? I bought all 3 DVDs years ago and am still waiting to see

Question: I was wondering about your thoughts on Miyazaki’s Ghibli Museum exclusive short films. Do you think it is fair that these shorts are only available in the

Question: I agree that anime is an excellent source for intellectual stimulation, and should be regarded as something worthy of serious contemplation and reflection. The only problem that

Question: I have heard from various English-speaking companies (namely Hirameki International) that there are three parts to the “Holy Trinity” of Japanese entertainment: anime, manga, and visual novels.

Question: Do Japanese R2 DVDs have better extras than their US R1 counterparts? Also, are the R2 first press discs identical to the later printings just without inserts

Question: What do you think about Bokusatsu Tenshi Dokuro-chan? I find it funny!