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	==References==		==References==

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	[[Category:Culture]]		[[Category:Culture]]

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	==Characteristics and style==		==Characteristics and style==
	[[File:Rindo Avatar.webp\|thumb\|250x250px\|Rindo is a popular example of an anime avatar in VRChat.]]		[[File:Rindo Avatar.webp\|thumb\|250x250px\|[[Community:Rindo\|Rindo]] is a popular example of an anime avatar in VRChat.]]
	Anime has a distinct usage of [[wikt:emanata\|emanata]] and [[wikipedia:Manga_iconography\|iconography]] to express emotion in characters. Characters are also often expressed with having large and saturated eyes and hair. Anime avatars in VRChat, can be derived and inspired from [[wikipedia:List_of_anime_series_considered_the_best\|various source materials]], and can also offer a [[wikipedia:Visual_kei\|visual kei]] style. Feminine or [[Community:LGBTQ culture in VRChat\|non-binary]] avatars may have an emphasis on looking [[wikipedia:Kawaii\|kawaii]] (cute) or youthful.		Anime has a distinct usage of [[wikt:emanata\|emanata]] and [[wikipedia:Manga_iconography\|iconography]] to express emotion in characters. Characters are also often expressed with having large and saturated eyes and hair. Anime avatars in VRChat, can be derived and inspired from [[wikipedia:List_of_anime_series_considered_the_best\|various source materials]], and can also offer a [[wikipedia:Visual_kei\|visual kei]] style. Feminine or [[Community:LGBTQ culture in VRChat\|non-binary]] avatars may have an emphasis on looking [[wikipedia:Kawaii\|kawaii]] (cute) or youthful.

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	The appeal and desire to take on the form of anime characters predates VRChat, and is culturally relevant, in the form of [[wikipedia:Cosplay\|cosplay]]; using real attire to mimic the appearance of another character. Cosplay is a common sight at [[wikipedia:Anime_and_manga_convention\|anime conventions]], and [[wikipedia:Comic_book_convention\|comic book conventions]]. Similarly, in VRChat, users can express their favorite anime, or anime culture in general, through the use of avatars.		The appeal and desire to take on the form of anime characters predates VRChat, and is culturally relevant, in the form of [[wikipedia:Cosplay\|cosplay]]; using real attire to mimic the appearance of another character. Cosplay is a common sight at [[wikipedia:Anime_and_manga_convention\|anime conventions]], and [[wikipedia:Comic_book_convention\|comic book conventions]]. Similarly, in VRChat, users can express their favorite anime, or anime culture in general, through the use of avatars.

	VRChat has partnered with events, that promote and sell anime content, notably the recurring [[Special:MyLanguage/Community:Virtual Market\|Virtual Market]], hosted by HIKKY. In 2020, VRChat partnered with [~~https~~:~~//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/~~Kadokawa_Corporation\| Kadokawa Corporation] ~~in 2020~~, to host a limited time event for [~~https~~:~~//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/~~Sword_Art_Online:_Alicization\| "Sword Art Online Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project"], between December 25th and December 27th<ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/en/ "Sword Art Online: Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project"] at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/vrchat/ "Access Method" (Japanese)] to log into VRChat, at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/qa/?p_device "VRChat System Requirements" (Japanese)] at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuxVgZJTPgc "VRChat: Sword Art Online Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project-VR Event: Gallery Tour"] uploaded to ''YouTube'', by ''[https://www.youtube.com/@tanderson09 Tommy Anderson]'' on December 30, 2020. Retrieved January 8, 2025.</ref>.		VRChat has partnered with events, that promote and sell anime content, notably the recurring [[Special:MyLanguage/Community:Virtual Market\|Virtual Market]], hosted by HIKKY. In 2020, VRChat partnered with [[wikipedia:Kadokawa_Corporation\|Kadokawa Corporation]], to host a limited time event for [[wikipedia:Sword_Art_Online:_Alicization\|"Sword Art Online Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project"]], between December 25th and December 27th<ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/en/ "Sword Art Online: Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project"] at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/vrchat/ "Access Method" (Japanese)] to log into VRChat, at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/qa/?p_device "VRChat System Requirements" (Japanese)] at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuxVgZJTPgc "VRChat: Sword Art Online Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project-VR Event: Gallery Tour"] uploaded to ''YouTube'', by ''[https://www.youtube.com/@tanderson09 Tommy Anderson]'' on December 30, 2020. Retrieved January 8, 2025.</ref>.

	Within the [[Special:MyLanguage/Shop\|Shop]], users can try on and purchase anime avatars, as well as use filters to search specifically for avatars labeled with the 'Anime' tag. There is also a collection of free [[Special:MyLanguage/Public Avatars\|public avatars]] with anime styles that can be used.		Within the [[Special:MyLanguage/Shop\|Shop]], users can try on and purchase anime avatars, as well as use filters to search specifically for avatars labeled with the 'Anime' tag. There is also a collection of free [[Special:MyLanguage/Public Avatars\|public avatars]] with anime styles that can be used.

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	{{Noticebox/Community}}		{{Noticebox/Community}}
	{{~~Stub~~\|~~Not much information here!~~ Please ~~expand and proofread~~ in reference to the [[VRCWiki:~~Manual_of_Style~~\|Manual of Style]].}}~~{{Noticebox/wip}}~~		{{Proofread\|Please check for errors, in reference with the [[VRCWiki:Manual of Style\|Manual of Style]].}}'''Anime culture in VRChat''' is largely defined on the VRChat community. Anime (Japanese: アニメ) is an animation style, originating in Japan and parts of east Asia, during the 20th century. Similar characteristics for anime character designs, can also be found externally in manga (comics), light novels, movies, video games, [[Avatars\|avatars]], and [[Worlds\|worlds]].

	'''Anime culture in VRChat''' is largely defined on the VRChat community. Anime (Japanese: アニメ) is an animation style, originating in Japan and parts of east Asia, in the 20th century. Similar characteristics for anime character designs, can also be found externally in manga (comics), light novels, movies, video games, [[Avatars\|avatars]], and [[Worlds\|worlds]].

	==History==		==History==

	Anime traces back to Japan and eastern Asia. Modern animation techniques in this region, dates back to the early 1900s. Predating animation in this region, were "[[Wikipedia:emakimono\|emakimono]]", or illustrated ~~handscrolls~~, going as far back as the Nara period (8th century)<ref>Novielli, Maria Roberta (2018). Floating worlds: a short history of Japanese animation ~~(https://www.worldcat.org/oclc/1020690005).~~ Boca Raton. ~~ISBN (~~https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/~~ISBN_(identifier)) 978~~-1-351-33482-2 ~~(https~~:~~//en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978~~-1-351-33482-2). ~~OCLC (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/OCLC_(identifier)) 1020690005 (~~https://search.worldcat.org/oclc/1020690005)</ref>.		Anime traces back to Japan and eastern Asia. Modern animation techniques in this region, dates back to the early 1900s. Predating animation in this region, were "[[Wikipedia:emakimono\|emakimono]]", or illustrated hand-scrolls, going as far back as the Nara period (8th century)<ref>[https://www.worldcat.org/oclc/1020690005 Novielli, Maria Roberta (2018). Floating worlds: a short history of Japanese animation], Boca Raton. [https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-1-351-33482-2 ISBN: 978-1-351-33482-2]. [https://search.worldcat.org/oclc/1020690005 OCLC: 1020690005].</ref>.
			[[File:Tezuka Osamu.JPG\|thumb\|229x229px\|Osamu Tezuka (1928-1989)]]
	Earlier adaptations of anime was exampled by legendary manga artist [[Wikipedia:Osamu Tezuka\|Osamu Tezuka]], who worked on [[Wikipedia:List_of_Osamu_Tezuka_manga\|several manga productions]] starting in the 1950s, such as Astro Boy, Kimba the White Lion, Dororo, and others. Most of his works originated in manga format, before eventually were worked on in [[Wikipedia:List_of_Osamu_Tezuka_anime\|animated]] form. Jungle Emperor Leo, localized in English as ''Kimba the White Lion'' was the first animated series from Japan in full color<ref>[https://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/6233/kimba-boxed-set/]</ref><ref name=neuvieme>[http://neuviemeart.citebd.org/spip.php?article239]</ref>.		Earlier adaptations of anime was exampled by legendary manga artist [[Wikipedia:Osamu Tezuka\|Osamu Tezuka]], who worked on [[Wikipedia:List_of_Osamu_Tezuka_manga\|several manga productions]] starting in the 1950s, such as Astro Boy, Kimba the White Lion, Dororo, and others. Most of his works originated in manga format, before eventually were worked on in [[Wikipedia:List_of_Osamu_Tezuka_anime\|animated]] form. Jungle Emperor Leo, localized in English as ''Kimba the White Lion'' was the first animated series from Japan in full color<ref>[https://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/6233/kimba-boxed-set/ "Kimba Boxed Set"] Kimba the White Lion at ''dvdtalk.com'', page published March 25, 2003.</ref><ref name="neuvieme">[http://neuviemeart.citebd.org/spip.php?article239 "Garo, Rebel Magazine" (French)] at ''citebd.org'', page published on April 2004.</ref>.

	Tezuka remains as a shining inspiration for influential manga and anime artists, and studios. Creators such as Akira Toriyama, who worked on Dragon Ball and Dragon Quest; Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli, ~~creator of~~ My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away.		Tezuka remains as a shining inspiration for influential manga and anime artists, and studios. Creators such as Akira Toriyama, who worked on Dragon Ball, and Dragon Quest; Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli, who worked on My Neighbor Totoro, and Spirited Away.

	==Characteristics and style==		==Characteristics and style==
			[[File:Rindo Avatar.webp\|thumb\|250x250px\|Rindo is a popular example of an anime avatar in VRChat.]]
			Anime has a distinct usage of [[wikt:emanata\|emanata]] and [[wikipedia:Manga_iconography\|iconography]] to express emotion in characters. Characters are also often expressed with having large and saturated eyes and hair. Anime avatars in VRChat, can be derived and inspired from [[wikipedia:List_of_anime_series_considered_the_best\|various source materials]], and can also offer a [[wikipedia:Visual_kei\|visual kei]] style. Feminine or [[Community:LGBTQ culture in VRChat\|non-binary]] avatars may have an emphasis on looking [[wikipedia:Kawaii\|kawaii]] (cute) or youthful.

	Anime ~~has a distinct usage of enmanata~~ and ~~iconography to express emotion~~ in ~~characters~~. ~~Characters~~ are ~~also often expressed with having large~~ and ~~saturated eyes and hair~~.		==Anime and VRChat==
			[[File:Vrcshop_anime.webp\|thumb\|Various anime avatars can be browsed in the [[Special:MyLanguage/Shop\|Shop]].]]
			[[File:Vrcshop_animefilters.webp\|\|thumb\|200x200px\|Similarly, anime tags can be found through filtering within the Shop.]]
			Many popular manga and anime are represented in VRChat in some way, shape, or form; whether it is through an avatar, a [[Special:MyLanguage/Groups\|groups]], or referenced in a VRChat world. Around the time that VRChat was booming in popularity (initially in 2018), [[wikipedia:VTuber\|virtual streamers]] using anime-styled appearances, such as [[wikipedia:Kizuna_AI\|Kizuna AI]] were already mainstream. Another example of a popular anime virtual performer is [[wikipedia:Hatsune_Miku\|Hatsune Miku]], using from Vocaloid software, and characters from [[wikipedia:Utau\|UTAU]], which synthesizes speech into performing songs.

	~~==Anime~~ and VRChat==		The appeal and desire to take on the form of anime characters predates VRChat, and is culturally relevant, in the form of [[wikipedia:Cosplay\|cosplay]]; using real attire to mimic the appearance of another character. Cosplay is a common sight at [[wikipedia:Anime_and_manga_convention\|anime conventions]], and [[wikipedia:Comic_book_convention\|comic book conventions]]. Similarly, in VRChat, users can express their favorite anime, or anime culture in general, through the use of avatars.

	~~Many~~, ~~if not all~~, of the ~~anime listed under the History heading are represented in VRChat in some way~~, ~~shape, or form; whether it's through an avatar~~, ~~a group, or referenced in a~~ VRChat ~~world~~. ~~Around the time that VRChat was booming~~ in ~~popularity~~, [[wikipedia:~~VTuber~~\|~~virtual streamers~~]~~] using anime-styled appearances~~, ~~such as~~ [~~[wikipedia~~:~~Kizuna_AI\|Kizuna AI~~]~~] were already mainstream~~. ~~Another example of a popular anime virtual performer is~~ [~~[wikipedia~~:~~Hatsune_Miku\|Hatsune Miku]~~], ~~using from Vocaloid software~~, ~~which synthesizes speech into performing songs~~. <!-- ~~Similarly~~, ~~UTAU~~ -->		VRChat has partnered with events, that promote and sell anime content, notably the recurring [[Special:MyLanguage/Community:Virtual Market\|Virtual Market]], hosted by HIKKY. In 2020, VRChat partnered with [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kadokawa_Corporation\| Kadokawa Corporation] in 2020, to host a limited time event for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sword_Art_Online:_Alicization\| "Sword Art Online Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project"], between December 25th and December 27th<ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/en/ "Sword Art Online: Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project"] at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/vrchat/ "Access Method" (Japanese)] to log into VRChat, at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/qa/?p_device "VRChat System Requirements" (Japanese)] at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuxVgZJTPgc "VRChat: Sword Art Online Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project-VR Event: Gallery Tour"] uploaded to ''YouTube'', by ''[https://www.youtube.com/@tanderson09 Tommy Anderson]'' on December 30, 2020. Retrieved January 8, 2025.</ref>.

			Within the [[Special:MyLanguage/Shop\|Shop]], users can try on and purchase anime avatars, as well as use filters to search specifically for avatars labeled with the 'Anime' tag. There is also a collection of free [[Special:MyLanguage/Public Avatars\|public avatars]] with anime styles that can be used.
	==References==		==References==

	[[Category:Needs images]]		[[Category:Needs images]]
	[[Category:Culture]]		[[Category:Culture]]

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	==History==		==History==

	Anime traces back to Japan and eastern Asia. Modern animation techniques in this region, dates back to the early 1900s. Predating animation in this region, were "[[Wikipedia:emakimono\|emakimono]]", or illustrated handscrolls, going as far back as the Nara period (8th century)<ref>Novielli, Maria Roberta (2018). Floating worlds: a short history of Japanese animation (https://www.worldcat.org/oclc/1020690005). Boca Raton. ISBN (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISBN_(identifier)) 978-1-351-33482-2 (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-1-351-33482-2). OCLC (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/OCLC_(identifier)) 1020690005 (https://search.worldcat.org/oclc/1020690005)</ref>.		Anime traces back to Japan and eastern Asia. Modern animation techniques in this region, dates back to the early 1900s. Predating animation in this region, were "[[Wikipedia:emakimono\|emakimono]]", or illustrated handscrolls, going as far back as the Nara period (8th century)<ref>Novielli, Maria Roberta (2018). Floating worlds: a short history of Japanese animation (https://www.worldcat.org/oclc/1020690005). Boca Raton. ISBN (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISBN_(identifier)) 978-1-351-33482-2 (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-1-351-33482-2). OCLC (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/OCLC_(identifier)) 1020690005 (https://search.worldcat.org/oclc/1020690005)</ref>.

	Earlier adaptations of anime was exampled by legendary manga artist [[Wikipedia:Osamu Tezuka\|Osamu Tezuka]], who worked on [[Wikipedia:List_of_Osamu_Tezuka_manga\|several manga productions]] starting in the 1950s, such as Astro Boy, Kimba the White Lion, Dororo, and others. Most of his works originated in manga format, before eventually were worked on in [[Wikipedia:List_of_Osamu_Tezuka_anime\|animated]] form. Jungle Emperor Leo, localized in English as ''Kimba the White Lion'' was the first animated series from Japan in full color<ref>~~{{cite web \| url=~~https://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/6233/kimba-boxed-set/ ~~\| title=Kimba Boxed Set \| website=DVD Talk \| access-date=22 August 2018}}~~</ref><ref name=neuvieme>~~{{cite web\|url=~~http://neuviemeart.citebd.org/spip.php?article239\|author=Béatrice Maréchal\|title=Garo, magazine rebelle\|website=Neuvieme art\|date=April 2004\|language=fr\|access-date=22 August 2018\|archive-date=18 June 2018\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180618230343/http://neuviemeart.citebd.org/spip.php?article239\|url-status=dead}}</ref>.		Earlier adaptations of anime was exampled by legendary manga artist [[Wikipedia:Osamu Tezuka\|Osamu Tezuka]], who worked on [[Wikipedia:List_of_Osamu_Tezuka_manga\|several manga productions]] starting in the 1950s, such as Astro Boy, Kimba the White Lion, Dororo, and others. Most of his works originated in manga format, before eventually were worked on in [[Wikipedia:List_of_Osamu_Tezuka_anime\|animated]] form. Jungle Emperor Leo, localized in English as ''Kimba the White Lion'' was the first animated series from Japan in full color<ref>[https://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/6233/kimba-boxed-set/]</ref><ref name=neuvieme>[http://neuviemeart.citebd.org/spip.php?article239]</ref>.

			Tezuka remains as a shining inspiration for influential manga and anime artists, and studios. Creators such as Akira Toriyama, who worked on Dragon Ball and Dragon Quest; Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli, creator of My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away.

	Tezuka remains as a shining inspiration<ref name="Pafu">{{cite magazine \|title=Mangaka Who's Who - Akira Toriyama \|magazine=Pafu \|publisher=Zassōsha \|date=September 1980}}</ref> for influential manga and anime artists, and studios. Creators such as Akira Toriyama, who worked on Dragon Ball and Dragon Quest; Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli, creator of My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away.
	==Characteristics and style==		==Characteristics and style==
	Anime has a distinct usage of enmanata and iconography to express emotion in characters. Characters are also often expressed with having large and saturated eyes and hair.
			Anime has a distinct usage of enmanata and iconography to express emotion in characters. Characters are also often expressed with having large and saturated eyes and hair.

	==Anime and VRChat==		==Anime and VRChat==

	Many, if not all, of the anime listed under the History heading are represented in VRChat in some way, shape, or form; whether it's through an avatar, a group, or referenced in a VRChat world. Around the time that VRChat was booming in popularity, [[wikipedia:VTuber\|virtual streamers]] using anime-styled appearances, such as [[wikipedia:Kizuna_AI\|Kizuna AI]] were already mainstream. Another example of a popular anime virtual performer is [[wikipedia:Hatsune_Miku\|Hatsune Miku]], using from Vocaloid software, which synthesizes speech into performing songs. <!-- Similarly, UTAU -->		Many, if not all, of the anime listed under the History heading are represented in VRChat in some way, shape, or form; whether it's through an avatar, a group, or referenced in a VRChat world. Around the time that VRChat was booming in popularity, [[wikipedia:VTuber\|virtual streamers]] using anime-styled appearances, such as [[wikipedia:Kizuna_AI\|Kizuna AI]] were already mainstream. Another example of a popular anime virtual performer is [[wikipedia:Hatsune_Miku\|Hatsune Miku]], using from Vocaloid software, which synthesizes speech into performing songs. <!-- Similarly, UTAU -->

	~~==See also==~~

	==References==		==References==

	~~[[Category:Stubs]]~~
	[[Category:Needs images]]		[[Category:Needs images]]
	[[Category:Culture]]		[[Category:Culture]]

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	Tezuka remains as a shining inspiration<ref name="Pafu">{{cite magazine \|title=Mangaka Who's Who - Akira Toriyama \|magazine=Pafu \|publisher=Zassōsha \|date=September 1980}}</ref> for influential manga and anime artists, and studios. Creators such as Akira Toriyama, who worked on Dragon Ball and Dragon Quest; Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli, creator of My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away.		Tezuka remains as a shining inspiration<ref name="Pafu">{{cite magazine \|title=Mangaka Who's Who - Akira Toriyama \|magazine=Pafu \|publisher=Zassōsha \|date=September 1980}}</ref> for influential manga and anime artists, and studios. Creators such as Akira Toriyama, who worked on Dragon Ball and Dragon Quest; Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli, creator of My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away.



	==Characteristics and style==		==Characteristics and style==
	Anime ~~can be compared~~ to ~~western animation,~~ and ~~cartoons~~. ~~<!--Mention enmanata, iconography-->~~		Anime has a distinct usage of enmanata and iconography to express emotion in characters. Characters are also often expressed with having large and saturated eyes and hair.

	==Anime and VRChat==		==Anime and VRChat==
	Many, if not all, of the anime listed under the History heading are represented in VRChat in some way, shape, or form; whether it's through an avatar, a group, or referenced in a VRChat world.		Many, if not all, of the anime listed under the History heading are represented in VRChat in some way, shape, or form; whether it's through an avatar, a group, or referenced in a VRChat world. Around the time that VRChat was booming in popularity, [[wikipedia:VTuber\|virtual streamers]] using anime-styled appearances, such as [[wikipedia:Kizuna_AI\|Kizuna AI]] were already mainstream. Another example of a popular anime virtual performer is [[wikipedia:Hatsune_Miku\|Hatsune Miku]], using from Vocaloid software, which synthesizes speech into performing songs. <!-- Similarly, UTAU -->

	==See also==		==See also==

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	'''Anime culture in VRChat''' is largely defined on the VRChat community. ~~The art~~ style for anime can also be found externally in manga (comics), light novels, movies, video games, [[Avatars\|avatars]], and [[Worlds\|worlds]].		'''Anime culture in VRChat''' is largely defined on the VRChat community. Anime (Japanese: アニメ) is an animation style, originating in Japan and parts of east Asia, in the 20th century. Similar characteristics for anime character designs, can also be found externally in manga (comics), light novels, movies, video games, [[Avatars\|avatars]], and [[Worlds\|worlds]].

	==History==		==History==
	Anime ~~(Japanese: アニメ)~~ traces back to ~~animation styles in~~ Japan and eastern Asia, in the ~~20th~~ century.		Anime traces back to Japan and eastern Asia. Modern animation techniques in this region, dates back to the early 1900s. Predating animation in this region, were "[[Wikipedia:emakimono\|emakimono]]", or illustrated handscrolls, going as far back as the Nara period (8th century)<ref>Novielli, Maria Roberta (2018). Floating worlds: a short history of Japanese animation (https://www.worldcat.org/oclc/1020690005). Boca Raton. ISBN (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISBN_(identifier)) 978-1-351-33482-2 (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-1-351-33482-2). OCLC (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/OCLC_(identifier)) 1020690005 (https://search.worldcat.org/oclc/1020690005)</ref>.

			Earlier adaptations of anime was exampled by legendary manga artist [[Wikipedia:Osamu Tezuka\|Osamu Tezuka]], who worked on [[Wikipedia:List_of_Osamu_Tezuka_manga\|several manga productions]] starting in the 1950s, such as Astro Boy, Kimba the White Lion, Dororo, and others. Most of his works originated in manga format, before eventually were worked on in [[Wikipedia:List_of_Osamu_Tezuka_anime\|animated]] form. Jungle Emperor Leo, localized in English as ''Kimba the White Lion'' was the first animated series from Japan in full color<ref>{{cite web \| url=https://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/6233/kimba-boxed-set/ \| title=Kimba Boxed Set \| website=DVD Talk \| access-date=22 August 2018}}</ref><ref name=neuvieme>{{cite web\|url=http://neuviemeart.citebd.org/spip.php?article239\|author=Béatrice Maréchal\|title=Garo, magazine rebelle\|website=Neuvieme art\|date=April 2004\|language=fr\|access-date=22 August 2018\|archive-date=18 June 2018\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180618230343/http://neuviemeart.citebd.org/spip.php?article239\|url-status=dead}}</ref>.

			Tezuka remains as a shining inspiration<ref name="Pafu">{{cite magazine \|title=Mangaka Who's Who - Akira Toriyama \|magazine=Pafu \|publisher=Zassōsha \|date=September 1980}}</ref> for influential manga and anime artists, and studios. Creators such as Akira Toriyama, who worked on Dragon Ball and Dragon Quest; Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli, creator of My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away.



	==Characteristics and style==		==Characteristics and style==
			Anime can be compared to western animation, and cartoons. <!--Mention enmanata, iconography-->

	==Anime and VRChat==		==Anime and VRChat==
			Many, if not all, of the anime listed under the History heading are represented in VRChat in some way, shape, or form; whether it's through an avatar, a group, or referenced in a VRChat world.

	==See also==		==See also==

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	'''Anime culture in VRChat''' is largely defined on the VRChat community. The art style for anime can also be found externally in manga (comics), light novels, movies, video games, [[Avatars\|avatars]], and [[Worlds\|worlds]].		'''Anime culture in VRChat''' is largely defined on the VRChat community. The art style for anime can also be found externally in manga (comics), light novels, movies, video games, [[Avatars\|avatars]], and [[Worlds\|worlds]].

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	==Characteristics and style==		==Characteristics and style==
	[[File:Rindo Avatar.webp\|thumb\|250x250px\|Rindo is a popular example of an anime avatar in VRChat.]]		[[File:Rindo Avatar.webp\|thumb\|250x250px\|[[Community:Rindo\|Rindo]] is a popular example of an anime avatar in VRChat.]]
	Anime has a distinct usage of [[wikt:emanata\|emanata]] and [[wikipedia:Manga_iconography\|iconography]] to express emotion in characters. Characters are also often expressed with having large and saturated eyes and hair. Anime avatars in VRChat, can be derived and inspired from [[wikipedia:List_of_anime_series_considered_the_best\|various source materials]], and can also offer a [[wikipedia:Visual_kei\|visual kei]] style. Feminine or [[Community:LGBTQ culture in VRChat\|non-binary]] avatars may have an emphasis on looking [[wikipedia:Kawaii\|kawaii]] (cute) or youthful.		Anime has a distinct usage of [[wikt:emanata\|emanata]] and [[wikipedia:Manga_iconography\|iconography]] to express emotion in characters. Characters are also often expressed with having large and saturated eyes and hair. Anime avatars in VRChat, can be derived and inspired from [[wikipedia:List_of_anime_series_considered_the_best\|various source materials]], and can also offer a [[wikipedia:Visual_kei\|visual kei]] style. Feminine or [[Community:LGBTQ culture in VRChat\|non-binary]] avatars may have an emphasis on looking [[wikipedia:Kawaii\|kawaii]] (cute) or youthful.

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	The appeal and desire to take on the form of anime characters predates VRChat, and is culturally relevant, in the form of [[wikipedia:Cosplay\|cosplay]]; using real attire to mimic the appearance of another character. Cosplay is a common sight at [[wikipedia:Anime_and_manga_convention\|anime conventions]], and [[wikipedia:Comic_book_convention\|comic book conventions]]. Similarly, in VRChat, users can express their favorite anime, or anime culture in general, through the use of avatars.		The appeal and desire to take on the form of anime characters predates VRChat, and is culturally relevant, in the form of [[wikipedia:Cosplay\|cosplay]]; using real attire to mimic the appearance of another character. Cosplay is a common sight at [[wikipedia:Anime_and_manga_convention\|anime conventions]], and [[wikipedia:Comic_book_convention\|comic book conventions]]. Similarly, in VRChat, users can express their favorite anime, or anime culture in general, through the use of avatars.

	VRChat has partnered with events, that promote and sell anime content, notably the recurring [[Special:MyLanguage/Community:Virtual Market\|Virtual Market]], hosted by HIKKY. In 2020, VRChat partnered with [~~https~~:~~//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/~~Kadokawa_Corporation\| Kadokawa Corporation] ~~in 2020~~, to host a limited time event for [~~https~~:~~//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/~~Sword_Art_Online:_Alicization\| "Sword Art Online Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project"], between December 25th and December 27th<ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/en/ "Sword Art Online: Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project"] at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/vrchat/ "Access Method" (Japanese)] to log into VRChat, at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/qa/?p_device "VRChat System Requirements" (Japanese)] at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuxVgZJTPgc "VRChat: Sword Art Online Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project-VR Event: Gallery Tour"] uploaded to ''YouTube'', by ''[https://www.youtube.com/@tanderson09 Tommy Anderson]'' on December 30, 2020. Retrieved January 8, 2025.</ref>.		VRChat has partnered with events, that promote and sell anime content, notably the recurring [[Special:MyLanguage/Community:Virtual Market\|Virtual Market]], hosted by HIKKY. In 2020, VRChat partnered with [[wikipedia:Kadokawa_Corporation\|Kadokawa Corporation]], to host a limited time event for [[wikipedia:Sword_Art_Online:_Alicization\|"Sword Art Online Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project"]], between December 25th and December 27th<ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/en/ "Sword Art Online: Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project"] at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/vrchat/ "Access Method" (Japanese)] to log into VRChat, at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.swordart-online.net/VRFM2020/qa/?p_device "VRChat System Requirements" (Japanese)] at ''https://www.swordart-online.net''. Retrieved January 8, 2026.</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuxVgZJTPgc "VRChat: Sword Art Online Synthesis - The Period of Alicization Project-VR Event: Gallery Tour"] uploaded to ''YouTube'', by ''[https://www.youtube.com/@tanderson09 Tommy Anderson]'' on December 30, 2020. Retrieved January 8, 2025.</ref>.

	Within the [[Special:MyLanguage/Shop\|Shop]], users can try on and purchase anime avatars, as well as use filters to search specifically for avatars labeled with the 'Anime' tag. There is also a collection of free [[Special:MyLanguage/Public Avatars\|public avatars]] with anime styles that can be used.		Within the [[Special:MyLanguage/Shop\|Shop]], users can try on and purchase anime avatars, as well as use filters to search specifically for avatars labeled with the 'Anime' tag. There is also a collection of free [[Special:MyLanguage/Public Avatars\|public avatars]] with anime styles that can be used.