Preface

Foreword

Introduction Say hello to the next big Japanese import.

Chapter One Animated television series made in Japan and broadcast in America.

Chapter Two Anime Genres--a discussion of popular genres and films, with critical reviews and recommendations for viewers

Chapter Three Video Directory--complete listings of anime home video titles available in America from 1 January 1995 through 1 January 1997.

Chapter Four Anime Fandom History and Resources Fifteen Years of Japanese Animation Fandom, 1977--1992 Listings--anime fan clubs, conventions, Internet and World Wide Web sites, magazines

Chapter Five Resource Directory--listings of all American suppliers of Japanese animation on home video, including ordering information. Directory of retail sources.

Appendix A Creative Credits--directors, animation directors, art directors, character designers, mecha designers, originators, authors, screenwriters, composers.

Appendix B Guide to terms and Japanese words used in this book, notes on romanization of Japanese words.

Index