Let’s dip our toes into a topic that tends to baffle a lot of anime lovers: the difference between Hanime, Hentai, and Manga. All three might appear to be doing the same electric slide, but they’ve got some unique dance moves you should know. How about we turn the music up and learn these different anime styles?
While you may see people using Hanime, Hentai, and Manga interchangeably, they are as different as a ball gown is to a cocktail dress. Each one has its dazzling and unique aspects. We’re heading into the juicy bits now! Care to keep pace, sweetie?
First up, we have Hanime. Now, here’s the tea, sweetie. Hanime isn’t exactly anime. Yes, I KNOW it’s got the word ‘anime’ in it! It is a dedicated website for streaming hentai content. Think of it as a vault jam-packed with risqué anime content that you wouldn’t typically see on usual anime platforms like, say, Crunchyroll, for instances.
Next, let’s shimmy over to Hentai. Outside of Japan, Hentai usually refers to adult or explicit versions of anime. They are often characterised by explicit, adult-oriented themes and scenes—if you catch my drift—which are woven into the narratives of these animes. An example that may ring a bell is “Urotsukidoji: Legend of the Overfiend”, a controversial depiction of sexual concepts intertwined with mystical themes.
Now to the heart of Japanese pop culture: Manga! Manga refers to comics or graphic novels originating from Japan. Imagine curly up in your favorite corner and flipping through pages brimming with action, romance or mystery. Surrounded by breathtaking illustrations and engaging dialogues, you can lose yourself in fantastical realities. Manga runs the gamut of genres, from romance with “Fruits Basket” to action with “Attack on Titan”, so there’s a story for every mood and whim.
Time for that quick-fire review? You’ve got it, darling:
➤ Hanime: It’s a platform (or if you’re feeling fancy, a ‘service’) that hosts explicit anime content. While anime gives it its name, it’s not exactly a classification of anime.
Features:
- Streaming service for adult anime content.
- Broad range of genres.
- Membership required to access.
➤ Hentai: It’s the adult, explicit stuff. Containing risqué, 18+, NSFW content.
Features:
- Explicit, adult-oriented themes.
- Graphic depictions (not for the faint-hearted!).
- Often includes a plot or storyline.
➤ Manga: Oh, the versatile world of comic books from the land of Japan!
Features:
- Covers all kinds of genres, from romance to horror.
- Characterized by unique and varied art styles.
- Usually read from right to left.
I hope this little rundown helped you get those anime terms straight in your head! Now you’re all ready to swan into the world of anime, making heads turn with your newfound knowledge. Off you go, darling!
Manga uses visual art, so anyone in the world can understand it. It’s democratic.
Osamu Tezuka
A famous quote from the legendary Manga artist and author Osamu Tezuka gives some insight into his perceptions of Manga’s impact:
“Manga uses visual art, so anyone in the world can understand it. It’s democratic.”
This highlights the global appeal of Manga—a characteristic distinguishing it from the more explicit nature of Hanime and Hentai. Tezuka refers to the universal, inclusive nature of Manga and its visual art, which makes it accessible and relatable to people from various cultures and backgrounds who might feel alienated from more explicit genres.
Manga vs. Anime (what’s the difference and meaning?)
Manga is like a book you devour, while Anime takes you on a spectacular animated journey. In simpler terms, Manga holds you captive with its black and white graphic novels and comics, while Anime wins your heart with its vibrant and dynamic animations.
Manga: black and white illustrations, with a color cover. Manga is read from right to left, unlike our regular left to right books, bringing an extra pinch of intrigue as you hop between bubbles and panels!
These are often thick graphic novels published as chapters in wildly popular publications like Weekly Shonen Jump. They’re lengthy and keep you on your toes with regular updates. Expect to find translations of pretty much all your favorites.
Manga, though certainly involving much finesse and ingenuity, isn’t such a mammoth task, making it a swifter beauty to behold.
Anime: animations. It was coined in the 1980s: from the Japanese animēshon, based on English animation. But wait! We have an interesting twist. A lot of Anime series are actually spun-off from pre-existing Manga series. That’s like seeing your favorite characters literally spring off the page and onto the screen!
However, many famous shows weren’t based on a pre-existing Manga series. Surprising, right? But it’s true! Think Violet Evergarden and Cowboy Bebop.
Anime dates back to the early 20th century, yet it was the groovy 70s that pushed it into a league of its own! Producing an anime is like choreographing a grand ballet. You need a storyline, a storyboard, character roles, and of course, voice acting! It’s a vast and complex playground that keeps us begging for more.
Types of Anime
- Shonen being the action-packed realm for young guys (think “Naruto” and “Dragon Ball”).
- Shojo, sweet and romantic, beckons younger girls, with classics like “Sailor Moon.”
- Seinen and Josei, with their more mature themes, woo older guys and girls respectively. “Monster” and “Chihayafuru”, ring any bells?
- And to keep the young ones giggling, we have Kodomomuke, full of adorable, child-friendly stories, including “Pokémon” and “Doraemon,” which pretty much everyone loves!
So, remember darling, Manga is the written magic, while Anime breathes life into the magic with animation. They both sprouted in the mid-to-late 20th century, with Anime being more plot-driven compared to the episodic nature of Western cartoons. They are similar, yet different. Just like a succulent eclair differs from a tart lemon pie. Bon appétit, sweetie!
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