In Japan the word simply means any animation made anywhere in the world. Other terms can be found listed in the Anime Companion Supplement - Topical / Subject Index especially the sections Culture - Literature/Folk Tales - Modern/Post-1868 and Terminology - Fanish.Īnimation produced in Japan for the Japanese market.Īnime, as defined by common fan usage, is simply any animation that is made in Japan for a Japanese audience. Also be aware that the Japanese use of these terms sometimes varies from English speaking fan use.
Note: Japanese words have no plural ending, for example manga can refer to one or several manga depending on the context. It is helpful to understand these basic terms when conversing with others or reading on the subject. Here is a list of select terms used to describe anime and manga. Anime and Manga Terminology Anime and Manga Terminology
