# The Rise of Japanese Anime Manga Hits The West By Arjun Davda | Published 2005-11-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-anime-cartoons References: [peko-peko.net](http://www.peko-peko.net/kagura/anime.htm) "Anime (アニメ) is a [style of animation originating in Japan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-animated-series). It is sometimes referred to by the portmanteau Japanimation. Anime is characterized by stark, colorful graphics and stylized, colorful images depicting vibrant characters in a variety of different settings and story-lines, aimed at a wide range of audiences. Anime may be broadcast on television, distributed on media such as DVDs or published as [console and computer games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Demon-Slayer-Paint-Kit). Anime is often influenced by [Japanese comics known as manga](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manga-animation)." - Wikipedia [Image source](http://www.theclassicarchives.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=3&products_id=79) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Global Spread of Anime:** As anime continues to gain popularity worldwide, there is an opportunity for production companies to create more diverse content to appeal to a wider audience. - **Anime Merchandising:** The rise of Japanese anime has created a huge demand for merchandise, leading to opportunities for creative merchandising and tie-ins. - **Anime Streaming Services:** With the growing popularity of anime, there is an opportunity for streaming services to provide a convenient platform where fans can access anime content easily. ### Where This Applies - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry has an opportunity to collaborate with Japanese anime production companies to create original anime content. - **Retail:** The retail industry has an opportunity to capitalize on the demand for anime merchandise by offering diverse and creative products. - **Media Streaming:** The media streaming industry has an opportunity to cater to anime fans by creating a streaming platform specifically for anime content. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game Anime Movies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shenmue-the-animation.md) - [Anime Restaurant Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wcdonalds.md) - [Accessible Streamed Retro Animes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viz-media.md) - [Language Platform Anime Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duolingo-6.md) - [Anime Creation Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kdan.md) - [Anime Character Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anigenie.md) - [Anime Quote Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animekun.md) - [Manga Animation Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manga-animation.md) - [Anime-inspired Language Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duolingo-and-crunchyroll.md)