In a society of young people, peculiar subcultures are often spread. They are united by a commonality of interests, a number of values, a manner of communication, clothing style and even their own slang. Among such people, there are adherents of Japanese cartoon heroes.
But with a more thorough study of the question of who the animeshniki are, one should delve into their ideas about the world, way of life, and subject of study.
Historical moments of Japanese animation
A special subculture obsessed with bright, recognizable cartoon characters appeared at the beginning of the 20th century among Japanese youth. It was at that time that cartoons began to be released on popular comics.
The characters were so unusual that not only children, but also some adults considered them a role model. Entire shopping centers were born and are now successfully operating in Tokyo, where not only are goods dedicated to anime sold, but the whole design is made in the appropriate style.
Animeshniki from the word "anime"
To understand what animeshniki are, you need to understand the concept of "anime." It is a Japanese animation, the difference is in targeting a teenage and even adult audience.
Japanese cartoon characters are characterized by a clear rendering of details and the surrounding background. The plot can be very diverse. Characters differ not only in style, but can be depicted in various places and even eras.
Not only Japanese fans, but also anime artists in Russia know and try to imitate Miyazaki Hayao, a famous director in world animation. His exciting stories with especially touching music captivated many connoisseurs of this genre.
Anime differences
Unlike punks or hippies about animeshnikov, you can’t say that they have some external differences. They do not do horrors with hair, do not arrange processions in the cemetery and do not rally in the squares. Sometimes they can be distinguished only by small details and peculiar pictures on clothes.
But still at the theme parties, which animeshniki especially love, they come off. In the course are clothes that mimic your favorite characters, and all the corresponding paraphernalia. A subculture is also characterized by a special communication style. Adherents of hobbies even learn Japanese to use their words in conversation. But here the emphasis is on slang, so we are not talking about full knowledge of the language.
Animeshnik dictionary
The animeshnikov’s favorite word is the omnipotent “AE”, which, depending on emotions, can mean anything from joy to anger. In order to understand their speech, it is enough to learn the favorite words of animeshnikov.
- “Kawaii” is something incomprehensible and “pretty”. This is the unspoken peak of knowledge that must be achieved.
- "Sayonara" - bye, bye.
- Kenji is a Japanese character that is simply impossible to comprehend. Writing for advanced.
- Oyasum - good night.
- "Ohio" - good morning.
True subculture followers often seem a little crazy. But with the right approach, a teenager can benefit from a hobby and learn many useful things.
Classification of participants
Depending on the degree of enthusiasm, basic knowledge and time of familiarization with culture, animeshniki divide their adherents into groups.
Newbie. A person who has just joined the ranks and practically does not know a kind of slang. However, it may have several samples of anime drawn.
Interested. He has not yet joined any group, but is actively interested in the intricacies of culture, has a large collection of created animes. Already knows a few "professional" words. Actively attends various specialized events. He is actively expanding his knowledge of Japan and the history of animation.
Japanese man. A special group of people who consider anime, coupled with an interest in everything Japanese. They study it in the same way as everything related to the country.
Otaku. A person who is completely absorbed in subculture knows all the subtleties. Has an extensive collection of his own sketches. However, it is in Russia that Otaku is associated only with animeshniki. In Japan, they are associated with the worship of anything at all.
Signs of the Real Otaku
To clearly understand who these animeshniki are, let's look at the signs of a real Otaku. Not all of them are fully manifested, but most have a place to be.
- So, Otaku spend a lot of money on everything related to their hobby. They have an extensive collection of anime, music for them and games based on them.
- As soon as a new product comes out, they immediately purchase or download it. They visit specialized forums on the Internet, read specialized literature a lot or study virtual pages.
- Be sure to take part in specialized parties, where they take the images of their favorite characters and join animeshnikov clubs.
- As decoration, use figures made in the appropriate style and are ready to answer all the questions of the "beginner".
Particularly noted is the fascination with the cultural values of Japan and its traditions. But to a greater extent, this applies to animation, the history of anime and the slang used by the founders of the subculture.
Animeshniki lifestyle
To understand who these animeshniki are, you need to know their lifestyle and interests. Everything, as a rule, begins with a fascination with Japanese cartoons and watching them from morning to evening.
Then there is a thirst for repeating images on paper and creating your own, inspired by anime samples and your own imagination. Often the animeshnik guy comes up with the continuation of a particularly favorite cartoon and, trying to surprise the girl, presents his own creation.
People who have joined the anime subculture, in addition to watching and drawing heroes, study the mythology of Japan, traditions and mystical phenomena. To attract attention, the animeshnik does not use tricks that would cause a ban and condemnation in society, unlike punks or skinheads. They dress up in costumes of bright, peculiar heroes of Japanese animation and freaks. Even this action has its own name, which comes from Japanese slang - cosplay.
Eccentricities of anime subculture
Funny, cheerful, looking at the world with children's eyes, carried away by the animation of Japan and drawing funny, colorful characters - all these are animeshniki. The subculture, which sometimes causes bewilderment, sometimes causes hostility or denial, but their friendly, inventive actions carry absolutely no bad intent.
Their sweet nyakanie when they see something gentle and sweet, or "kso'kanie" at the mention of failure is considered funny, but it causes hostility among especially conservative people. However, the use of slang is used by animeshniki often only in its circle.
Anime in Russia
In our country, the craze for Japanese animation began with the legendary Pokemon and Sailor Moon. Teenagers in bright outfits began to appear on the streets, with poisonous hair and decorated with badges with adored heroes.
It is believed that the subculture, and any, the prerogative of young people. But if a hippie at the age of 40 is perceived as a strange creature, then an animeshnik can look usual, but embody ideas on paper and even make money with it.
The basis of animeshnikov are not only wonderful images, but also special music, the so-called J-Rock - Japanese rock. There are so many styles mixed in it, from jazz to metal, that it's hard to describe the main theme. Groups playing this music use various instruments, both classical and purely Japanese folk.
Japanese animation is always accompanied by J-Rock, but depending on the character of the hero and plot, it may sound like a ballad or have all the signs of pop music.
