In recent days, a discussion on a Japanese forum has caught the attention of many anime fans. The central theme revolved around the loss of interest in Japanese animation within the otaku . Under the title "Sad news: Otakus are losing interest in anime ," several members shared their experiences, suggesting that this trend is becoming increasingly common.
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One of the first comments on the forum, reflecting a certain melancholy, read: "I feel sad ." This triggered a series of responses, with many users mentioning that they too have been experiencing a loss of enthusiasm for anime. One comment read: " I can't even watch 30 minutes without getting distracted anymore. Before, I could binge-watch for hours." This feeling of discouragement was prevalent throughout the discussion.
Some of the criticism was directed at the industry, with some fans claiming that studios prioritize quantity over quality. One comment noted, "They're mass-producing low-quality content ," while another highlighted the saturation of isekai (reincarnation in another world) series, stating, "I'm tired of these repetitive stories .
Additionally, some users discussed how aging can influence interest in anime. "Watching anime is already getting tiring for me ," one participant lamented. Another added: "It's amazing that someone over 35 still enjoys anime and video games .
However, it's not all doom and gloom. Some otaku fans still find anime that holds their interest, such as the recent series MF Ghost , which has been praised for being accessible to a more mature audience. "MF Ghost is a series that even older fans can enjoy," commented one user.
Have Otakus lost interest in anime?
In short, the forum discussion revealed a complex scenario: while some fans seem to be losing interest in anime due to saturation and fatigue, others still find value in recent productions. The question of the industry's future is still open, but opinions are certainly divided.
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