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The dark side of anime fandom: toxic fans & harassment

Anime fandom is a thriving global community, but beneath the surface lies a troubling reality—toxicity, harassment, and exclusion. This article explores how a passionate fanbase can turn gatekeeping and obsessive behavior into harmful experiences for creators, cosplayers, and fellow fans.

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Does anime promote unrealistic beauty standards?

Anime is beloved for its distinct art style, but does that style promote unattainable beauty standards? From oversized eyes to impossibly thin bodies, this deep dive explores how anime may subtly shape viewer expectations about beauty, self-image, and identity.

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Can anime be racist? A look at cultural stereotypes

Anime, though a beloved art form, isn’t immune to controversy. This piece explores whether anime perpetuates racial and cultural stereotypes, examines specific examples, and asks what responsibility creators have when telling stories for an increasingly global audience.

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