AlcoholAlcohol is the subject of these anime. The story might take place in a Bar, where beer, wine, or spirits are served to patrons. Characters in these anime might run a brewery, or are sommeliers, alcoholics, or simply enjoy the experience of drinking alcohol. These anime may offer step-by-step Recipes for how to make cocktails or alcoholic beverages. | ||
AlcoholismAlcoholism, a dependence on Alcohol, is a main subject of these manga. Characters in these manga may be alcoholics, or they may be related to or are in a relationship with someone who suffers from the disease. | ||
AndrophobiaAndrophobia is defined as an irrational fear of men. In these anime, characters with the disorder have extreme reactions to the men in their lives, from panicking to having an intense allergic reaction to anything in between. | ||
Animal AbuseThese anime show one or more instances of animal abuse: animals might be denied their basic physical needs, killed without need, or tortured for pleasure. | ||
ArcheryArchery is the focus of these anime. Training and competing in tournaments or championships are common themes in sports titles, as well as individual or team spirit, or being an underdog who goes against the odds to succeed. | ||
BeerThese Alcohol-related manga are about beer - drinking beer, brewing beer, or simply learning about craft beer. | ||
CancelledThese manga have been cancelled - they are no longer being produced by the author and/or artist. Cancellations usually occur based on low ratings, legal issues or the death of one of the staff. | ||
CG AnimationThese anime have fully computer-animated graphics. Flash Animation is a subset of CG Animation. | ||
CrudeThese anime use lowbrow humor to make you laugh, most commonly by sex jokes, toilet humor, bodily functions or crass racial stereotypes. If these anime ask you to pull their finger you should politely decline. | ||
CyberpunkCyberpunk is a type of science fiction where rapid advancement of technology comes at the cost of neglecting social issues. Common themes include powerful or intelligent computers, vast cyberspace networks that can be jacked into or explored virtually, or human augmentation. Many Cyberpunk anime showcase a society that's evolved into a hyper-efficient Dystopia where human needs are secondary to a smoothly functioning corporate machine. | ||
Demon KingA Demon King is the main character of these anime. Typically from Hell, this Demon Lord may still live in his fiery realm, or may have travelled to the human world to live and work. Typically male, Demon Kings can sometimes be female. | ||
DemonsDemons are non-human entities generally believed to be dark or evil in nature. If demons are a core aspect of the work, their actions - often harmful to humans - will generally be the focus. Characters may engage in fighting demons physically; may attempt exorcisms or other rituals or spells to deal with them; or may be the demons or their servants or allies, carrying out their own agendas. | ||
DivorceThese anime feature characters who are currently going through a divorce, or have recently gotten divorced. Typical themes include facing the emotional ramifications of ending a marriage, dealing with child custody issues, and finding new love. | ||
DodgeballDodgeball is the focus of these anime. Training and competing in tournaments or championships are common themes in Sports titles, as well as team spirit, or being an underdog who goes against the odds to succeed. | ||
EsportsEsports, short for electronic sports, is a form of competition where professional players compete individually or in teams using video games, most frequently with multiplayer games. Common examples include Dota, League of Legends, and Starcraft, but these anime may include fictional games as well. | ||
FashionThese anime focus on the fashion industry. Common themes include design, creation, modelling, marketing, or appreciation of clothing, makeup and accessories. | ||
FishingFishing is the focus of these anime. Training and competing in tournaments or championships are common themes in sports titles, as well as individual or team spirit, or being an underdog who goes against the odds to succeed. | ||
GolfGolf is the focus of these anime. Training and competing in tournaments or championships are common themes in sports titles, as well as being an underdog who goes against the odds to succeed. | ||
GuildsThese anime feature characters who are members of guilds. They may be adventurers, thieves, magicians, or other professions associated with fantasy or RPG settings. Guild members often live and work together, making a living by hunting monsters or going on quests that frequently lead to adventures. | ||
GynophobiaGynophobia is defined as an irrational fear of women. In these anime, characters with the disorder have extreme reactions to the women in their lives, from panicking to having an intense allergic reaction to anything in between. | ||
Happy ScienceThese anime were created by the Happy Science religious movement, formerly known as The Institute for Research in Human Happiness. Founded in Japan in 1986, this controversial Religion worships a deity named El Cantare, who they believe has been reborn many times as different mythological gods and historical spiritual leaders. | ||
HarlequinHarlequin is a Canadian-based company that publishes romance novels targeted towards women. Harlequin manga are produced by the Japanese branch of the company, coupling the original stories by English authors with artwork from a Japanese mangaka. | ||
HiatusThese manga are currently on Hiatus - the author and/or artist have decided to temporarily stop production of more chapters or volumes, often so they can focus on a different project or because of health reasons. On Anime-Planet, we temporarily mark entries on Hiatus as completed, and change its status back to ongoing once production resumes. If a manga is on Hiatus for a very long period of time, it is usually assumed to be Cancelled. | ||
HostessesThese manga feature characters who are employed at hostess clubs: high-priced venues where female staff members cater to the needs of men and homosexual women by pouring them drinks and engaging them in attentive conversation. Some hostesses may also have sex for money behind closed doors. | ||
HostsThese anime feature characters who are employed at host clubs: high-priced venues where male staff members cater to the needs of women and homosexual men by pouring them drinks and engaging them in attentive conversation. Some hosts may also have sex for money behind closed doors. |