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Welcome to Otapedia! an Otaku encyclopedia which compiles topics, themes and terms of Japanese Otaku culture from the classics to the newest anime, manga, games series and more!
On each page of the Otapedia database is an archive of information that provides the terms, definitions and explanations of anime, manga, games, official goods, cosplay etc that are loved by Otaku fans all around the world.
Otapedia can be used as a dictionary to find the background, story, history, characters and various terms related to certain works. In addition, Otapedia is an open service in which we gather user feedback to improve the database. It is an encyclopedia service that we create together with you, the fans. Also, original content has been published in Otapedia as a starting point, by our members who are passionate about anime, manga and games. Content will definitely increase! So please make sure to keep an eye out this space!
In addition, Otapedia will strive to bring up-to-date news and details on the latest anime series released every season. With more than 50 new series released per season, there is an abundance of information. So this service is a guide for anime fans to find exactly what interests you! and leads you to the latest anime that matches your interests and tastes the most!
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There are a countless number of anime, manga and game series produced in Japan yearly. Therefore our aim at Otapedia is to organize the terms and definitions etc of the latest works and make information and a wide variety of content readily available to Otaku fans. Check out the categories and series titles and get your hands on in-depth knowledge on the latest and trending series!

Since 1996, Cardcaptor Sakura has thrilled fans as a wholesome addition to the magical girl genre. The heroine, Sakura Kinomoto, won fans over with her innocent charm and earnestness. With her petite frame and cute demeanor, no character suits the Nendoroid figure line better tha...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

For over 25 years, the writers at CLAMP have dazzled magical girl fans with Cardcaptor Sakura. The main character, Sakura Kinomoto, won over manga readers with her positivity and adorable design. Sakura's biggest fan, her best friend, Tomoyo Daidouji, reflected the audience&#...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

One of the main characters from the popular series Bungo Stray Dogs is Osamu Dazai, a leading character that was named after a famous Japanese writer. Osamu is quite popular thanks to his intelligence and entertaining character. Due to his popularity, there are many Osamu Nendoro...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

One of the popular characters from Bungo Stray Dogs is Ryunosuke Akutagawa. Ryunosuke was named after the famous writer Ryunosuke Akutagawa who had an award named after him. He is someone who stands on the dark side and is a part of the Port Mafia. His typical villain aesthetic c...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Chuya Nakahara is a popular character from Bungo Stray Dogs. He is a character that is on the dark side and is a part of the Port Mafia. He has gained many fans thanks to his strong and destructive supernatural ability. Even though he is portrayed as evil he doesn’t want to lose ...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Bungo Stray Dogs is a popular series that has been released of a story about an armed detective agency that holds supernatural powers to help people in need. The main character of the story is Atsushi Nakajima. He is an unfortunate young man who also possesses supernatural powers...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Bloodborne is a video game that was developed exclusively for the PlayStation 4 that was released in March 2015. It was developed by FromSoftware, the same studio that brought beloved games like Dark Souls, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, and the highly anticipated Elden Ring. Like th...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

BLEACH is a Japanese hit manga series that ran for 15 years. Its popularity lies in the main character Ichigo Kurosaki, who puts on a “cool” and “non-caring” front. But as we read on, we see his warm and kind-heartedness, making many readers love him. This BLEACH Nendoroid figure...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Black Rock Shooter is a Japanese media franchise created by Ryohei Huke. The franchise is based around the eponymous character, a mysterious black-haired girl with piercing blue eyes, known as the Black Rock Shooter. They have released anime, manga, and video games based on the B...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Black Butler is a very popular series and the anime aired on the 2nd of October, 2008. It is about a young noble boy who is an orphan but can handle the tasks that are required of him as the head of his household. Ciel Phantomhive, the protagonist keeps a very talented demon butl...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

On the 2nd of October, 2008 the popular series Black Butler aired its first episode. It is a story about a young noble boy who has a very devilishly handsome man as his butler. The butler named Sebastian Michaelis is actually a demon and gathered lots of popularity due to his inh...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Bayonetta is a series of action role-playing video games developed by PlatinumGames. Since the release of the first game in 2009, many fans fell in love with the titular protagonist and her flirtatious, playful personality. The series remains relevant to this very day, particular...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

With his iconic bat-themed costume and genius-level intelligence and physical condition, Batman is a pop culture icon loved by many ever since his first appearance in Detective Comics (later DC Comics). His immense popularity has led to him being adapted into multiple films depic...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

BanG Dream! Girls Band Party has enjoyed global success since the smartphone game release 2017. With the game revitalizing the idling franchise, BanG Dream! took off with commercial and critical success. Following the gacha formula, the huge cast allows for any fan to find a favo...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

BanG Dream! Girls Band Party! is one of the most successful multimedia franchises outside of the idol genre. Opting to focus on music groups instead of idols, the series finds success by following a similar formula. The massive cast of adorable, endearing characters offers a favo...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

The success of the BanG Dream! bands in the real world mirrors their in-universe popularity. The heartfelt punk band Afterglow celebrated their full-length album debut in 2021. Before this commercial success, the characters within the band received praise for the unique storytell...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

The BanG Dream! Girls Band Party! franchise widened the possibilities of a multimedia universe. Following a similar formula from idol games, the basic premise relies on a gacha and social simulation model. However, the franchise differentiates itself with a focus on bands and liv...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

BanG Dream! Girls Band Party turned out to be a smash success as a smartphone game, anime, and musical enterprise. The inspiration for the series came from voice actress Aimi and her surprise guitar and singing performance at a fan event. Aimi was then cast as the heart of the Ba...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Written and illustrated by Akimi Yoshida is the popular series Banana Fish and the anime was aired on the 5th of July, 2018. The series follows Ash Lynx and his allies as he tries to uncover the secrets of the words ‘banana fish’ which he heard from a dying man. Ash has gained ma...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Banana Fish is a crime thriller anime that was aired on the 5th of July, 2018. Eiji Okumura is one of the main characters to appear in the story. He is a young Japanese man who comes to New York as a photographer but unfortunately gets caught up in various dangerous gangs. Eiji i...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Released on the 7th of April, 2013 was the super popular anime Attack on Titan. There are many diverse characters introduced within the series but the most popular character would have to be Levi Ackerman. Known as the strongest man in history he can take down many titans with ea...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

From the hit anime series, Attack on Titan, there have been many products produced. Eren Yeager the protagonist tries to power his way through situations whereas his childhood friend Armin Arlert is known as the brains of the group. He leads his friend group and tries to come up ...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

In the widely popular anime series Attack on Titan which was first released on the 7th of April 2013, it gained lots of popularity due to its unique storyline and diverse characters. The story centers around a young man called Eren Yeager who lives in a world where humanity has b...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

The heroine from the popular series Attack on Titan would be Mikasa Ackerman. She is a strong character and doesn’t rely on anyone to save her instead, she is the one that saves others with her skills. She gained lots of popularity as she shows that not all heroines were damsels ...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

The anime of Attack on Titan was released in 2013 on the 7th of April and gained great popularity with its release. Many characters appear throughout this series and one of the most unique characters would have to be Hange Zoë who is a part of the survey corps and is the captain ...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Attack on Titan is a massively popular series that started from manga and the first season of the anime was released on the 7th of April 2013. Erwin Smith, commander of the survey corps, is an important character in the series as he is the one that decides the next course of acti...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

SilverAsh is a character loved by both fans of the Arknights game and those who discovered him out of the game. His cool-looking appearance has attracted many to the game, and his strong persona within the game also has made many game lovers love him. SilverAsh is one of the most...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Amiya is an all-time favorite character. She is one of the first characters introduced in the game Arknights and has a lovable nature. She is kind, and while she looks like an ordinary young girl, she is the face of Rhodes Island and trusted and qualified. This Nendoroid version ...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Exusiai has captured the hearts of many. With her iconic red hair, cheerful attitude, and amazing abilities, she is one of the most lovable operators in Arknights. She always appears in the top 3 for character popularity rankings for Arknights, with most often being placed first....

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Eyjafjalla is a well-known character from the popular mobile game Arknights. She is depicted as one of the best casters in the game, and her depiction as a hard-working working girl makes her a fan favorite. This Nendoroid-sized Eyjafjalla perfectly captures the cute elements of ...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Apex Legends is a battle royale-hero shooter game loved by many worldwide. The game has 19 varying characters, each with unique abilities. In particular, Wraith notably is a fan-favorite, with many opting to pick this character in combat. Combining her jaded personality with her ...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Ever since its release in 2019, Apex Legends has been a popular battle royale-hero shooter game, gaining over 25 million players after the first week of release. The characters in this battle royale all have distinct abilities. For example, Lifeline is a character loved by many d...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Since her debut, Isabelle has become a fan-favorite and has become the mascot for the Animal Crossing series. She is loved by many for her helpful, positive, and adorable personality. These Nendoroid figures of Isabelle capture her iconic cuteness and her cute uniforms from the g...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

From the very popular mobile game, A3!, Itaru Chigasaki is a character that has captured many fans' hearts. His kind, sociable but mature nature, along with his handsome dark blonde hair and pink eyes make him a lovable character. The Nendoroid version of Itaru Chigasaki perf...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Banri Settsu, from the mobile game A3!, is the classic bad boy. With handsome looks, able to obtain any skill he wants but combined with his rebellious nature, he is the character that you somehow end up rooting for. This Nendoroid version of Banri Settsu shows his handsome look:...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Mikoto Misaka is from the popular series, A Certain Scientific Railgun Series, where she stars as the main character depicting the life of a powerful esper. Mikoto has a personality that is easy to like as she is energetic and tries her hardest to save her friends. She is not rea...

Last updated at, 24 Oct 2022

Drink, drink, eat, drink, sleep! Atasha Kawashiri Kodama Da Yo follows the lazy daily life of Kodama Kawashiri, a messy, rough-around-the-edges girl whose biggest loves in life are greasy, salty food, sweets, and alcohol.

Last updated at, 23 Dec 2021

Minami is a beginner who has just started playing golf. She is joined by her friends Haruka and Ayaka, two skilled golfers who watch over Minami and pass on the joys of the game to her. The three of them are from different schools and have different tastes, but they find common g...

Last updated at, 23 Dec 2021

Several years have passed since the legendary “Tsunagu Tsunagu” performance by Girls² at the Girls Arena, and once again girls are passionately fighting to reach the top. In order to enter St. Girls Square Academy, many girls attend the Galsta training studios. At one of the stud...

Last updated at, 23 Dec 2021

One day, an office worker is reincarnated into her favorite otome game, Falling Stars★Astrolabe of Love. There’s only one problem: she’s been reincarnated as the game’s villainess, Diana! And on top of that, her favorite character, Prince Sirius, who is supposed to be with the ga...

Last updated at, 23 Dec 2021

In a world divided between Inside and Outside, the people live in fear of the Outside, which is home to all manner of creepy monsters and curses. One day, on the border of the Inside, which is inhabited by humans, one such being comes across a girl atop a heap of dead bodies. She...

Last updated at, 23 Dec 2021

Theatre of Darkness, also known as Yamishibai: Japanese Ghost Stories, is an ongoing Japanese TV anime series. The series is a short anime centered on urban legends and Japanese folklore told through the kamishibai method of story-telling.

Last updated at, 23 Dec 2021

More than 10 years have passed since the global futsal boom. After watching the U-18 (Under-18) World Cup final, Haru Yamato begins to strongly admire Japanese national team player Tokinari Tennouji. He enters Koyo Academy and enthusiastically joins the school’s futsal club, wher...

Last updated at, 23 Dec 2021

Ensemble Square - a brand new building in the middle of the city where countless people come and go. It’s home to four offices belonging to idols who spend their days singing and dancing. Films starring the Ensemble Square idols have been nominated for the Idol Film Festival (IFF...

Last updated at, 23 Dec 2021

The girls of Poppin’ Party, Roselia, and Raise A Suilen are still reeling from performing at the Budokan, the venue of their dreams, when a mysterious woman approaches Kasumi and the others of Poppin’ Party with an unbelievable offer to perform overseas!

Last updated at, 23 Dec 2021

Set in the year 2045, space travel has become common thanks to advanced technology and AI, and the luxuries of Earth life including the internet and convenience stores have spread through space. Anshin is a newly opened Japanese space station where boys and girls from the moon an...

Last updated at, 23 Dec 2021

Mikoto Shiratori used to be a passionate and talented badminton player with a keen eye for observation, but due to a traumatic event during an inter-high tournament, he is unable to live up to his own expectations. After being fired from Mitsuhoshi Bank, where he played on the ba...

Last updated at, 23 Dec 2021

Due to a horrible accident, Keina Kagami is put on life support, and the only freedom she has left she finds in the world of the VRMMORPG Leadale. However, when her life support fails, she wakes up to find herself actually inside the game’s world! Now a high elf named Cayna, she ...

Last updated at, 23 Dec 2021