Too old for anime/manga?

@Otanetix (508)
United States
August 30, 2012 2:27pm CST
For me, I have enjoyed anime since I was little, which also helped me develop an interest for manga. As we grow older, our interests can shift. For instance, as a child, I remember playing with Power Ranger action figures, but I have long outgrown that phase in my life. While I hope I don't outgrow anime/manga, life can be very unexpected. Is there a point where you think you will outgrow your interest for anime/manga?
15 responses
• China
31 Aug 12
Well, when I was little, I have watched a lot animations. But I couldn't tell which one is anime. The infos abt anime and manga usually came from my classmates. After I learned 2 use computer and internet, more infos flowed 2 me. And the concepts kind of formed gradually in my head. Now I'm a grown-up, and still can't live without anime or manga. Maybe it's becuz they contains a unique Japanese culture, which attracts me most.
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@Otanetix (508)
• United States
31 Aug 12
Yes, I understand how you feel. Japanese culture has also affected my life. Currently, I feel as though I cannot live with anime and manga. For me, if it were not for anime and manga, I would not have made the friends that I cherish even up to this day. Anime and manga has motivated me to learn various things about Japanese culture. So far, I still want to learn more about Japanese culture.
• Philippines
6 Dec 12
Yeah me too, my gen's the one the anime took root in our daily tv viewings. I still remember the animes in Primetime slot and all those classic animes. haha I still remember racing to get home just so i could watch my fave anime. Im a carrer woman now but animes and cartoons are still part of my daily viewings or guilty pleasure. haha
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• United States
30 Aug 12
YOu're never too old for anime and manga if you find a story you're interested in. Many adults like classic Disney. Anime is the same way, anyone of any age can watch it. There's something for anyone of any age and any genre.
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• United States
31 Aug 12
The only anime I watch now is Sailor Moon. I know the show is like super old, but that Tuxedo Mask is just so captivating that I can't stay away lol. That was about the only series that I really feel is worth going back and watching so that's what I've been doing for the past few months. Since I only watch one I think it's safe to say that I have pretty much outgrown anime already. I wanted to get back into the show Card Captors, but it's been so long since I've seen it I don't think it will hold my interest too long. Since you mentioned power rangers I think I'll add that to my list of things to do on the weekends is watch all the different series over again from start to finish.
@Otanetix (508)
• United States
31 Aug 12
If you like Sailor Moon and Card Captors Sakura, you might like an anime called Fushigi Yugi. It's shoujo style anime like the two examples you provided. It's also old school so you might like it.
• United States
31 Aug 12
Thanks for the suggestion. I'll remember to make a note of it and see if I can find the episodes of the show online somewhere. Now that I think about it I also use to love the show digimon as well. I don't know if that qualifies as anime or not. I did find that the video games on various consoles regarding the show ended up being really good. I logged in many hours each night on the game playing digimon and some other card battling game.
• Philippines
30 Oct 12
I've been watching anime ever since I was 6 because of the mecha shows being shown in our local cable. And I'm already 21 and am still enjoying anime. As a matter of fact, I watch it more frequently nowadays compared to when I was younger. Also, I'm in college right now and I'm part of a student organization dedicated to anime and manga. Aside from the events they host in school, they also hold an annual anime convention in our country. So I can say that you're really never too old for anime and manga. The only difference, I suppose, is the quality of what you watch. I think I've outgrown Pokemon and Dragon Ball and other series geared towards children. I've also stopped watching some shoujo anime because I find them too cheesy or unrealistic. Will I eventually outgrow other anime? Maybe in 10 years? Maybe if I start working? I really don't know xD Anime is a broad genre. You can find anything enjoyable to watch regardless of your age.
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• Indonesia
12 Nov 12
Manga or anime never outgrow someone, because they have kinds of type for a wide age range. Anime/manga especially for kids consumption as well as anime/manga espcially for adult. Just look for it. Personally, in my 20th here I still enjoy Yotsuba! and Doraemon which are for kids.
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@silverfox09 (4708)
• United States
31 Aug 12
I dont think you will ever be too old for anime , I enjoy watching them. Its true that we might out grow a certain phase of life but when it happen naturally you will not miss it because your mind is ready to move on . When I was a child also I really enjoy playing with dolls , teenager I hate doing school work in college I now enjoy doing my assignments. I think I might only out grow my interest for anime when I am like 65 and rich enough to spend my days on cruise and enjoying the Caribbean sunset if you get my drift . My boyfriend also love watching anime he was the one who got me interested in watching them . I think change that happen naturally will be ok and leave us fulfill and ready for the next stage .
@chymez_me (186)
• Philippines
2 Sep 12
I haven't really thought about me outgrowing my otaku side... But maybe in due time, i will have to leave it behind.. For now, i still enjoy watching anime and reading manga.
@shaqziad (655)
• Malaysia
27 Sep 12
No~~ I can't think of a day when I will put down my mangas and stored them in the basement. I remember a friend of mine asking me what will i do if one day my kid watch detective conan, and i replied, that kid is actually watching with me.
@subhojit10 (7375)
• India
30 Aug 12
Well to be very honest, i have never watched an animated movie. But i have always heard people liking these kind of movies. In between could u please tell me what is this manga?
@Otanetix (508)
• United States
30 Aug 12
Actually, 'anime' refers to Japanese animation, which represents their unique style in various animated titles of television shows, movies, games, etc.'Manga' refers to comics originally created in Japan.
• Philippines
1 Sep 12
Well, I'm 35 years old and I've never outgrown anime and manga. My youngest brother is the same -and he's a doctor already! I'm hooked on manga and anime because I love the art, the stories, the complexity of some of them, the depth and, consequently, the lessons they impart. Who would have thought that an old anime like Chibi Maruko-chan would be as profound as a new one like Fairy Tail?
• Philippines
1 Sep 12
And I hope I never outgrow it!
@akagami (250)
• Indonesia
16 Sep 12
yes, i love anime from i was kid.if you want to know what anime i like you can read my blog http://icahyo.blogspot.com/. even we outgrow i,m still love anime.anime is not just children who love it,because much people young and old man love anime.
@jenjen28 (10)
16 Dec 12
For me, there is no age in watching Anime. There a lot of people being attracted to Anime even at an old age. There even cosplaying people at an old age. So there are no age gap in admiring the thing you want.
• Singapore
22 Oct 12
For me I prefer to watch more on kids stuff rather than mature content. Most of the animes really brings meaning in real life. Although the target audience is for kids, I think the impact is more on the grownups. The most interesting part about anime is, it really pierce through your heart thinking about what is most valuable in life. I personally think age does not matter if you have the interest in a anime or other particular subject.
• Philippines
6 Dec 12
True! and here i am still watching Atashinchi. hahaha....
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@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
30 Aug 12
I am not an anime fanatic although I admit I've been watching anime series when my kids watch it on tv. But I do like cartoons, Disney movies till today :P