KCP Offers Japanese Anime and Manga Summer Program
Japanese anime and manga are deeply ingrained in Japanese pop culture. Their influence and popularity have reached other parts of the world, including the United States (e.g., Astro Boy and Dragon Ball Z).
The term “manga” refers to Japanese drawings or comics, many of which were created hundreds of years ago and remain popular to this day. “Anime” refers to Japanese animated cartoons. These are usually heavily influenced by manga themes and drawing styles.
The appearance of anime and manga characters is very distinct and recognizable. Humans are portrayed to have overly large eyes, tapered chins, and tousled hair. Anime and manga are so popular that they have inspired a variety of TV series, films, action figures, cosplay costumes, toys, and other forms of merchandise. Kotobuyika, a toy manufacturing company, makes exquisite action figures based on anime and manga characters.
At KCP, we have held several anime and manga seminars such as the manga drawing seminar last August. Now, we are pleased and excited to offer the Anime/Manga Summer Program, which focuses not just on the Japanese language but also on the impact of Japanese anime and manga on everyday life.
Visit our site at KCP Student Life to learn more about Japanese anime and manga or our main site to inquire about the Anime/Manga Summer Program.
