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            JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is one of the most unique anime series. The art style used by Hirohiko Araki, author of the JoJo series, is very unique and distinctive. Each series uses a different art style, making this anime very iconic among anime fans. Not only the art style, but the power system in this series is also very unique compared to other anime series, called “Stand”. Stand is the power system in the JoJo series anime, where this power comes from the manifestation of a soul with strong determination. The form of this power system is the manifestation itself, through a projection that comes out of the user's body, like an avatar that appears from within the user's body. Each Stand possesses its own unique power, stemming from the author's creativity, much like the series' title, which is quite ‘bizarre.’ Since I am a huge fan of the entire series, I will share my three favorite Stands from the entire JoJo's Bizarre Adventure series. 1...

       image source: rottentomatoes.com      Kaoru Hana wa Rin to Saku, or The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity, is a school romance anime produced by the renowned studio CloverWorks, which began airing in 2025. This anime is adapted from a manga by Saka Mikami, which was first published in 2021 through Kodansha's Magazine Pocket platform. The anime Kaoru Hana wa Rin to Saku tells the story of the meeting between two main characters, Rintaro Tsumugi and Kaoruko Waguri, who come from very different school backgrounds.      Rintaro is a student at Chidori High School, a public school with a bad reputation known as a gathering place for male students who often cause trouble. With his tall stature, sharp gaze, and cold expression, Rintaro is often misunderstood by those around him as a scary figure. However, behind that appearance, Rintaro is a gentle, empathetic, and responsible person. Outside of school, Rintaro works part-time at his f...

       Shonen anime has exciting stories to follow, especially for fans of fighting. This is because they sell fight scenes to attract more viewers. From famous titles like Dragon Ball to newer series like Jujutsu Kaisen, the evolution of this genre can be read in the article I wrote previously ( read here ). Since shonen anime adapts from manga works—which are essentially comics—studios compete to adapt these works into anime with high-quality animation and visuals, especially during battle scenes or fight sequences. This makes viewers interested in the results of these adaptations in anime form. Therefore, I will share my recommendations for 5 shonen anime for those of you who love battle scenes. Read on until the end! 1. Jujutsu Kaisen source image: alljjkcharacters.com      If you're looking for fight scenes with choreography that's truly satisfying to watch, Jujutsu Kaisen might be the answer. The studio that adapted it, MAPPA Studio, has done a t...

            Shonen anime is one of the reasons why anime is so popular around the world. This is because of the epic battles involving great powers, which attract the attention of viewers, especially teenagers. Not only that, but the power of friendship and heroism give shonen anime its own hype. This makes it even more popular because of its excitement. Over the decades of anime history, shonen anime has seen numerous variations, including character designs, main character personalities, and diverse plotlines. Curious, aren't you? How did the evolution of shonen anime become so popular? Well, in this article, I'll share the evolution of shonen anime from the very beginning of anime history.      The first popular shonen anime at that time, and even now, is none other than Dragon Ball. Airing around the 1980s and 1990s, this anime became one of the precursors to the many shonen anime that exist today. This anime features a character who ...

     source image: imdb.com           Anime with storylines that focus on nostalgia are rare. Most of them only show flashbacks that, in my opinion, are not timed appropriately, thus disrupting the intensity of the story. One such nostalgic anime is Frieren: Beyond Journey's End. When I first watched it, wow! This anime truly deserves to be called a masterpiece by everyone.      Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is an anime that aired in 2023, telling the story of an elf woman named Frieren who is reminiscing about her adventures defeating the demon king with the hero group Himmel. She travels back to remember her 10-year adventure with a new party consisting of two people, Fern and Stark. The three of them travel the same route Frieren took with the Himmel heroes 80 years ago. The anime, adapted from the manga by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe, teaches many life values during the journey. One of the valuable lessons I highlight i...

          Nowadays, anime has become very popular among all groups, from children, teenagers, adults, young people, and the elderly. This is due to the success of anime promotion in various aspects, as I wrote in my previous article . As a result, many people have started watching anime. However, not all anime is suitable for those who are new to watching anime, as some anime may be considered a bit challenging for beginners or those who are not yet accustomed to the typical patterns of anime series. But don't worry, for those of you reading this article who want to start watching anime, I have recommendations for 5 anime that are recommended for beginners, taking into the number of episodes and the lightness of the story. 1. Demon Slayer source image: imdb.com      Demon Slayer is an anime that tells the story of a boy named Kamado Tanjiro (main character) who becomes a demon slayer for the sake of his sister, whom he is determined to change...