Category: Ask John

Question: Why do the main networks that broadcast anime on American television not convert to a schedule similar to the Japanese one where niche anime series are shown

Question: I saw someone say that Minky Momo was popular at its time but wasn’s a unique, influential anime. I think he’s wrong. If I recall correctly, Cutey

Question: I am worried about the anime Industry here in America. Is there still interest in anime or is this trend dropping.

Question: Why most anime that is released in America are for teenagers?

Question: What is the evolution of ninja characters in anime?

Question: I would like to know which do you think were and are the best anime studios. And is it me or Toei animation lost ground (a long

Question: what anime character would you like to marry?

Question: What was the relative popularity of Air, Kanon, and Clannad in Japan? Worldwide?

Question: How will the current hiatus of Naruto, Code Geass, and other seemingly popular titles affect the American side of the anime industry? Could any positives come from

Question: I just started watching Zipang and so far I’ve been very impressed. As good as I’ve found the show to be, it’s occurred to me that its

Question: I want to ask John what his thoughts are on Soultaker anime created by Tatsunoko Productions. I always thought it was underrated highly. Most people don’t like

Anime, as we all know, is the combination of numerous component ingredients: visual design, color, writing, animation, sound design, music, and the distinctive creative perspective of Japanese artists.

Question: In Dragonball Z, Chichi is an unrelenting annoying b*tch. She does not stop yelling, she does not cut the damn umbilical cord with Gohan, and she’s so

Question: What makes Strike Witches so popular in Japan?