Otakon 1999 has come and gone! Anime fans stormed the Baltimore Convention Center this July 4th weekend to meet with popular anime music composer Kanno Yoko, Cowboy Bebop director Watanabe Shinichirou and many, many others. Check out the happenings from the @anime! crew and see what went on. Plus, an @anime! special, just for our readers. Read on!
First one! Welcome to @anime! Are we insane? Probably. It's the premier issue and we're ready to give you everything you want to know about the world of Japanese Animation and Manga. Here's where you'll find words of wisdom (or ranting) from the @anime! editor. Also, check out what we'll be serving up in this little space that is @anime! with the department descriptions.
News and interviews: Take a step back to Anime Central 1998 and get to know Spike Spencer, the voice of Shinji Ikari from Neon Genesis Evangelion.
Opinionated? The Hypnotic Eye will have something witty (or not) for you here. This issue: The Hypnotic Prelude... Want to know what shows you WON'T see in Y2K? Check out the Top Ten.
The stables of anime and manga that got us to where we are today. For the newbie, this is your chance to see what you missed from yesteryear.
Grab a controller and see what's happening in the video game world. First up, Maria, our resident Jigglypuff takes you into the world of Pokemon Stadium 2 . Then, James will lead you through two titles, Macross: Do You Remember Love and Giant Gram.
Spin it, baby! The latest in the anime and jpop music scene. If it's not here, it hasn't been made into an MP3 yet. For our first go round, check out the music of Blue Submarine No. 6. Then, find out about the sounds from Gainax's latest endevour, Kareshi Kanojou no Jijou.