Otaku by Hiroki Azuma
Japan's Database Animals
The book explores the cultural phenomenon of otaku in Japan, examining how this subculture, characterized by an intense passion for anime, manga, and video games, reflects broader shifts in postmodern society. It delves into the ways otaku culture challenges traditional narratives and structures, highlighting its fragmented and database-driven nature. The author argues that otaku culture exemplifies a new form of consumerism and social interaction, where individuals construct identities and communities through shared interests and digital networks, ultimately reshaping cultural production and consumption in the digital age.
- Published
- 2001
- Nationality
- Japanese
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- Japanese
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- Alternate Titles
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