If you have anime-fans friends, you can attest that they are a unique group of people since their interests surpass anime and extend into Japanese culture, J-pop, and cosplay. They are eccentric, stylish, and cool in their way, and that’s why they are lovable.
However, shopping
for anime enthusiasts can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially if you are
not into anime yourself. Also, there are various types of anime out there,
making it challenging to pin down what to buy in particular. If you want to get
nerdy gifts for your anime-loving friends before they hit the next anime
convention, below is a list of the best gifts for anime fans.
Books on Anime
People who are
major fans of anime are often likely to enjoy learning as many facts about the
making and history as possible. This is typically done through forums and
online articles, but if they can spend hours a day pouring over the latest
manga, they’ll likely enjoy a book of facts and history just as much. In fan
culture, background knowledge of any major series is like a status symbol, and
arming them with more knowledge can earn them just as much respect in their fan
circles as driving a new Ferrari or a Rolex watch. If they’re just looking to
enjoy their series without major research, however, they’ll still appreciate a
copy of the manga, aka the comic, that their favorite series is based on.
Japanese Snack Box
Although most
anime fans have different and unique interests, you can always come up with
something interesting that most anime fans will love. A Japanese bento box
offers a unique experience of Japan as it comes loaded with candy, kawaii
aesthetic, noodles, collectible Gachupin toys or stationery, and more. No anime
fan can help but be thrilled by the sight of weird Japanese snacks, often the
same type of thing that they see their favorite characters eating on their
favorite shows. This is the type of gift that keeps on giving as bento boxes
can be used over and over to give them that lift of nostalgia every day they
take their box out for lunch.
Anime Hoodies and Shirts
When buying gifts
for anime fans in your life, make sure you choose something that will help them
enjoy the Japanese culture. There are different types of anime hoodies for
anime enthusiasts who are candidly obsessed with this style. Some of these
hoodies include, It’s An Anime Thing, My Hero Academia Hoodie, All I Care About
is Anime Shirt, I Just Want to Watch Anime Shirt, and others. Hoodies are a
perfect gift for anyone who loves anime and is available at Ukiyo
Kumo and other online stores. If you don’t know what style your friend
would like, aim for getting something from their favorite show, or something
with a variety of anime displayed.
The Art of Spirited Away
No anime fan
doesn’t appreciate Studio Ghibli, which has become an animation icon for those
in America as well as Japan. The studio has produced notable anime films such
as Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, and others. All these films have
outstanding artwork, but Spirited Away surpasses them all. The iconic work of
Spirited Away attracts readers to the film’s incredible artwork. You can get
your friend posters, art books, binders, or anything that displays some of the
art from Spirited Away. As all Studio Ghibli films have the same animation
style, you can also hit a home run with your friend by getting them artwork
that combines characters or themes from multiple movies as a homage to the
studio and the master director behind it, Hayao Miyazaki.
Dragon Ball Z and Naruto
This series is another
pair of cult classic shows that represent the martial arts side of anime that
fans love. Headbands, wristbands, and martial arts costumes from the shows are the
usual favorites that fans of these series collect, and make great cosplay items
for conventions. If your friend is a major fan but prefers to be more subtle in
showing their support for these shows, necklaces, and bracelets with main
character logos and icons can also be a great gift that allows them to
incorporate their passion into their everyday wardrobe.
Anime fans,
whether open or closeted, are often some of the more passionate fan groups in
the world. They love the artwork, the memorabilia, and the rich Japanese
culture that they can access through their favorite series and materials. When
shopping to get them something to complement their love of anime, keep in mind
the type of anime they like, the shows, and what aspects they most enjoy
incorporating into their everyday life.
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