Blog de Hoshigata

What is a Husbando? The Phenomenon of Fictional Male Characters Capturing Hearts

By Catwithbadmanners • July 1, 2025

What is a "Husbando"? The term "husbando" (ハズバンド) has gained popularity within the otaku community and among anime, manga, and video game fans. It refers to a male fictional character for whom one feels strong admiration, emotional attachment, or even romantic attraction. This concept parallels "waifu," which describes idealized female...

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What is Lolita Fashion? Self-Expression in Japanese Fashion

By Catwithbadmanners • June 30, 2025

Origins and Inspirations Lolita fashion, a style that has captivated the world, is much more than just a trend. Originating from the vibrant landscape of Japanese street fashion, this unique style is characterized by its exuberance, historical references, and, above all, its message of female self-expression. Far from being mere...

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What is Lolicon?

By Catwithbadmanners • June 30, 2025

What is Lolicon? Origins, Definition, and Context The term "Lolicon" (ロリコン) has gained notoriety in recent years, generating controversy and debate globally. The term itself derives from Vladimir Nabokov's novel "Lolita," which narrates a man’s dark obsession with an underage girl. While this novel laid the groundwork for the concept,...

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What is a Mangaka? More Than Just a Drawer

By Catwithbadmanners • June 28, 2025

What It Means to Be a Mangaka: Creator, Craft, and Career The term "mangaka" (漫画家, マンガカ), an abbreviation of "manga artist," evokes vibrant images of iconic characters and captivating narratives. Far from being simply a drawer, this Japanese term describes a multifaceted creator who brings entire worlds to life. While...

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What is Manga? Beyond the Panels.

By Catwithbadmanners • June 28, 2025

What is Manga? Definition and Main Characteristics Manga is a term that encompasses a wide variety of comics and graphic novels originating from Japan. The word “manga” derives from the Japanese words "man" (whimsical, impromptu) and "ga" (pictures, images), reflecting the artistic and often humorous essence of the medium. Unlike...

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What is an Otaku? More Than Just an Anime Fanatic

By Catwithbadmanners • June 28, 2025

What is an Otaku? Definition and Evolution of a Term Originally, "otaku" in Japanese referred to a person with an intense passion for something, be it manga, anime, video games, or computers. In the West, the term has become popular as a synonym for anime fanatic, but its meaning is...

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Kokuen no Ō Zelk: The Ephemeral Reign of the Obsidian King

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

Its Unexpected End “Kokuen no Ō Zelk” (Zelk the Lord of Dark Flame), the new manga by Hideaki Yoshikawa, known for his work on the adaptation of “Dungeon Builder: The Demon King’s Labyrinth is a Modern City!”, has captured the attention of the manga world… but quickly said goodbye. Launched...

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Hell Teacher Jigoku Sensei Nube PLUS Concludes Its Short Promotional Series, Paving the Way for the Anime's Return

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

The Completion of "Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube PLUS" The short manga series "Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube PLUS," an extension of the iconic universe of "Hell Teacher," will reach its end on June 25th with the publication of chapter 7 in Shonen Jump+. This brief but significant serialization launched...

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Shonen Jump in Purge Mode: Two Series on the Brink of Cancellation This Summer

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

The Impending Cancellation of Star of Beethoven The signs point to Star of Beethoven, Morihiro Hayashi's manga, being on the verge of cancellation. After its debut in February with 18 chapters, the series has struggled to connect with American readers and now faces a probable conclusion. The publication of listings...

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Kai-hen Wizards by Yellow Tanabe on Hiatus Again

By Catwithbadmanners • June 19, 2025

"Kai-hen Wizards's" Expected Return The popular manga "Kai-hen Wizards" (Kaihen no Mahōtsukai) by author Yellow Tanabe is currently on hiatus, announced by Shogakukan's Weekly Shonen Sunday. The break began on June 25, 2025, and the manga is expected to return this fall. This isn’t the first period of inactivity for...

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