Demon Slayer Infinity Castle’s Success And Anime’s Mainstream Triumph Over Hollywood And Disney

Posted on September 25, 2025 by Otaku_Kurai

Let’s be honest here… Our beloved anime and manga has become mainstream now… There is virtually NO denying it whatsoever. Now, obviously, when I talk about the mainstream appeal of anime and manga, I am well aware that the mainstream appeal is exclusively towards anime and manga series that people only talk about. Example, Demon Slayer, Jujutsu Kaisen, Dadadan, and Chainsaw Man. Have you noticed a pattern here? All Shounen. In other words, while I am greatly aware that this mainstream appeal mainly applies to anime and manga that’s considered typical of the shounen trope, it doesn’t remove the fact that anime and manga as a whole has become ridiculously popular. Indeed, it has… Especially when you are about to hear what happened…

Demon Slayer: Castle Infinity has made history. Not just history, but MULTIPLE achievements in Japan, and worldwide. The movie has now earned a WHOPPING $550 million at the box office. Guess what? That number has now updated to $556 million. In fact, it could be more as I’m typing in this article. This movie is SO popular, that Crunchyroll is working to get this movie to win the Oscars… That’s how ambitious they are… The movie has broken records left and right. The question is, which records have Castle Infinity broke? What does Disney and Hollywood have to do with this topic? Well, that’s when the important part kicks in…

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Texas Senate Bill 20 is Now in Effect: So What Happens Next?

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Otaku_Kurai

Earlier this year, I spoke about the new controversial senate bill that threatens anime, manga, and video games in the state of Texas. That bill, Senate Bill 20, was a bill that passed through both the senate and house in the Texas Legislator. Then, it was signed by governor Gregg Abbott at the governor’s mansion. Since then, the law has been passed and has been in effect since September 1.

Texas Senate Bill 20 Puts Texan Otakus in Serious Trouble As Bill Potentially Targets Anime, Manga and Video Games for “Obscene Ways”

The law wasn’t just trouble… It became a major problem for all otakus in Texas, since the bill itself was vague when it came to the definition of what defines as obscene material against those not of legal age. There was no pure definition or correct bases into what was considered legal or not. The worst part is, the determination of what is deemed legal or illegal is left up to interpretation. So exactly what’s senate bill 20? According to law, this is what it’s about. If you want to know more, then you may want to read my previous article about the bill.

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Naruto – Hyuuga Hinata (Burger King) Review

Posted on August 20, 2025 by Otaku_Kurai

Note: This review applies to all Naruto toys from Burger King

If you have been keeping up with my stories for over a month, chances are, you must have heard of my story where I attempted to buy the Naruto toys from Burger King. Unfortunately, they did not have any. Worst part was, their response was rather unprofessional and unwelcoming. Sadly, I came to the belief that I wouldn’t get my hands on a single toy from Burger King with the Naruto toys at all…

That was, until today, when I finally got a toy at long last. After a month, I was finally able to get my hands on one of the Naruto toys from Burger King. The only downside is, it’s not Sasuke Uchiha (yes, I’m a Sasuke fanboy). Of course, that doesn’t matter because regardless of the character, I’m happy to own these toys. Hopefully, when there’s a chance, I’d like to complete the whole collection. Now, who are we reviewing today? None other than Hinata Hyuga. Known for her crush for Naruto, and eventual future wife, later on in the series.

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Bill 156: The Hilarious Story of Japan’s Infamous Anime and Manga Censorship of 2010-2011

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Otaku_Kurai

In 2010, the anime industry was going through a turbulent period. After three years of consecutive decline in industry profits due to the effects of the great recession, 2010 was the first year since 2006 that the industry enjoyed an increase in profit. However, seasonal anime on television dramatically declined compared to four years ago. In 2006, there were 100-120 seasonal anime airing during that year. By 2010, that number had declined to 80-100. In spite of that, 2010 is remembered as being a phenomenal year for anime. The year saw the release of hits like Angel Beats, Durarara, Maid Sama, The Tatami Galaxy, Bakuman, Panty & Stocking, and a lot more. In other words, even though the industry only began to slump, that didn’t stop it from releasing hit anime.

But, like all things in entertainment, the industry was about to be rocked by a controversy so unexpected and bizarre, that it caused a massive extensive media meltdown not only in the anime and manga industry, but Japanese media. So what happened exactly? By you looking at the cover, you probably know what this topic is about, and you probably already know what must have happened, right? Well, either way… Get to hear the most bizarre and hilarious anime and manga censorship controversy that happened directly in Japan.

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Manga Publisher Kadokawa to Start Looking For Overseas Manga Artists Due to Labor Shortage: Should We Be Worried?

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Otaku_Kurai

Disclaimer: This article is expressed with full politically neutrality and is simply reporting the ongoing issues in Japan

Kadokawa is one of the most well known Manga publishers in Japan. The publishing giants are known for publishing well known manga and light novel hits like The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, Konosuba, and recently, Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian. Kadokawa has also published countless other pieces of media that involves anime and manga.

Lately, the company has been rocked with ownership change. Specifically with Sony, that has left many anime and manga fans including myself on the edge. Especially since Sony has been under hot water lately with some controversial decisions by the higher ups. Ranging from corporate greed, controversial hiring, changes, and the fears of inserting progressively themed concepts that have plagued western entertainment lately. The trend that has many audiences fatigued and tired.

Now, however, it seems like Kadokawa is about to do something even more controversial. This time, it involves their manga. The topic of globalization in Japan has been a very spicy one lately. With numerous intense debates in regard to Japanese identity and its differences with foreign influence. Some believe and want Japan to be Japan and must remain Japanese, while others saying it’s time for Japan to embrace foreign coexistence. This, ironically, relates to what Kadokawa is about to do and how this issue will cause a massive division for manga fans. The question is, should we be worried?

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