Are You Sure that You're Really an Otaku?

Otaku is...

a Japanese term used to refer to people with obsessive interests, particularly (but not limited to) anime and manga. The term otaku is most often equivalent to a "geek". However, it can relate to a fan of any particular theme, topic, hobby or any form of entertainment. The term otaku can be applied to both males and females. People who are referred to as otaku are judged for their behaviors and people suddenly see an otaku as a person unable to relate to reality. In Japan there has been some negativity towards otaku and its culture.

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Weeaboo (a.k.a Wapanese) is...

an English slang used to describe a person (typically of non-Japanese descent) who prefers Japan and all things in Japanese over one’s indigenous culture. The term is a successive mutation of “Wapanese,” a derogatory slur referring to western Japanophiles with a strong bias towards Japanese cultural and tech imports. Originally, it is an antecedent word “Wapanese” (as in Wannabe Japanese) and a 4chan term which devised from the word-filter, replacing every instance of Wapanese. Weeaboo was a fictitious term originally coined by Nicholas Gurewitch in his Perry Bible Fellowship comic strip.

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Difference betweeen an Otaku and a Weeaboo

Establishing distinctions between Otaku and Weeaboo can be kinda confusing, as both subcultures subscribe to a common set of interests (ex: anime/manga/gaming/cosplay) and share the social stigma of nurturing "unhealthy hobbyisms."

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MiyuAizawa wrote:

infinityandbeyond wrote:

Woah, woah, woah! Hold your horses there, am I also being monitored, as in right now? I'm just stating the facts, and I'm not at wapanese. :)
And me sir right now am using "your" so-called "brain." That's all. :)

Oh.. Sorry, I didn't see it. You're out of the grasp now. We're cool.

infinityandbeyond wrote:

admeencol wrote: I am not that average person who really an OTAKU, im that so obsessed in Anime. I'm contented that i like anime.

Admeencol, I didn't receive any warning, but why do I have 25% warning level, is this a glitch? Tss... I'm pretty pissed right now

I see, Dun worry we're discussing this matter right now. I know that you're thinking it's my fault since I'm the last mod who posted and interacted with you guys in this thread.

migopogi wrote:Proud and never been ashamed to be an otaku..

PuroKishi wrote:I think I'm an Otaku. Not just watch Anime, etc etc. I collect figures, specially Gundams XD have lot's of posters, knows lots of Jpop/rock. Currently learning Jculture specially cuisine. this

But I beg to disagree with this one

"Weeaboo: Will buy Japanese treats online or at stores (especially Pocky)"

I think this is so wrong. It's okay for Otakus to buy merch, but food? I buy pocky, mochis, onigiris and even eat at Sushi bars, but I don't think that makes me less an Otaku and more a Weeaboo. I think that's just normal. I like Japan not only because of Anime. Japanese Cuisine is also a hit for me. So that's it.

infinityandbeyond wrote:

migopogi wrote:Proud and never been ashamed to be an otaku..

I agree! :)

infinityandbeyond wrote:

PuroKishi wrote:I think I'm an Otaku. Not just watch Anime, etc etc. I collect figures, specially Gundams XD have lot's of posters, knows lots of Jpop/rock. Currently learning Jculture specially cuisine. this

But I beg to disagree with this one

"Weeaboo: Will buy Japanese treats online or at stores (especially Pocky)"

I think this is so wrong. It's okay for Otakus to buy merch, but food? I buy pocky, mochis, onigiris and even eat at Sushi bars, but I don't think that makes me less an Otaku and more a Weeaboo. I think that's just normal. I like Japan not only because of Anime. Japanese Cuisine is also a hit for me. So that's it.

Finally, someone understands me! :')

WARNING PAREL!

For the SECOND TIME. There are members of this forum who’re younger than you. USING FOUL/CURSE/INSULTS ARE NOT ALLOWED. How many times would I remind you because of this? If you’ll continue acting like a b*tch and ignore my warning, I will not hesitate in punching the BAN BUTTON.

Acropyre wrote:

reb0rn78 wrote:Of Course OTAKU..!! i wasted all of my money buying anime DVD's just to entertain myself :D

That's stupid.

The reason I got into anime is because it's free. I can torrent it.

I'd never buy DVDs , figurines, posters, and manga. It's expensive.

If I have the money, I'd go for a better hobby than anime. Like Heroin.

Parel wrote:
It's not my intention to insult, or maybe it is? but if someone is insulted by my comment then I apologize, or not?

admeencol wrote:
Flaming

- Personal attacks, or assaulting TNMMA community members with belittling, insulting or threatening contents are forbidden. Flaming is absolutely unpleasant and will be subjected to moderation and possibly incur a ban.

Acropyre wrote:I hope you Weaboos go die in a fire.

MiyuAizawa wrote:

Parel wrote:
It's not my intention to insult, or maybe it is? but if someone is insulted by my comment then I apologize, or not?

Why are you asking me? Ask for yourself, and I think you are OLD enough to understand what is happening around here. And it's clearly stated that you threw foul insults to some member. I HOPED that you really red the RULES AND REGULATIONS of this forum. And if by means of NO, read this:



Serves him right @Acropyre. :P

admeencol wrote:
Flaming

- Personal attacks, or assaulting TNMMA community members with belittling, insulting or threatening contents are forbidden. Flaming is absolutely unpleasant and will be subjected to moderation and possibly incur a ban.

Acropyre wrote:I hope you Weaboos go die in a fire.

ANOTHER WARNING FOR ACROPYRE

You're going too far user #4490. We can't accept an attitude like that in this forum.

infinityandbeyond wrote:

PuroKishi wrote:I think I'm an Otaku. Not just watch Anime, etc etc. I collect figures, specially Gundams XD have lot's of posters, knows lots of Jpop/rock. Currently learning Jculture specially cuisine. this

But I beg to disagree with this one

"Weeaboo: Will buy Japanese treats online or at stores (especially Pocky)"

I think this is so wrong. It's okay for Otakus to buy merch, but food? I buy pocky, mochis, onigiris and even eat at Sushi bars, but I don't think that makes me less an Otaku and more a Weeaboo. I think that's just normal. I like Japan not only because of Anime. Japanese Cuisine is also a hit for me. So that's it.

Finally, someone understands me! :')

PuroKishi wrote:

Acropyre wrote:

reb0rn78 wrote:Of Course OTAKU..!! i wasted all of my money buying anime DVD's just to entertain myself :D

That's stupid.

The reason I got into anime is because it's free. I can torrent it.

I'd never buy DVDs , figurines, posters, and manga. It's expensive.

If I have the money, I'd go for a better hobby than anime. Like Heroin.

Well, the reason I like Anime, because it's "Anime" It's not just because I get it for free, during my early years, I watch Anime on TV Channels(and yes we pay for the cable) I even bought original DVDs long ago, took part of my money XD

Me, I have a Hobby, both Connected to Anime. I Collect Anime Figures and I'm a Scale Modeler or specifically a Gundam PlaMo. Even though I spent thousands(well double digits) at the end of the day, I'm still happy in what I did and what I have. I feel contented and happy. Feels like I'm just close to the Anime I admire. I don't think it's "Stupid" rather it's actually normal among Otakus and even regular Anime Fans. Heck, we even have our own exhibits, conventions to cosplay events. We gain more friends, more knowledge and even share our passion. Which I believe helps not just for our self improvement but for the industry as well.

So if some people think wasting money for Anime Merch is stupid, haha

"Welcome to the Otaku Universe"

Acropyre wrote:@Topic

If you're facebook name has anime words or japanese romanji on it, boom, weaboo.

Wub wrote:Well I am an otaku ... my hard drive could tell if I am an otaku .. cuz i have 3 hard drive 1tb each ... contained anime and anime movies I also watch more than 100 anime .... that explains

Zero wrote:Why can't we just all calm down and have unity cause we have the same interest? :3

Acropyre wrote:@Topic

If you're facebook name has anime words or japanese romanji on it, boom, weaboo.

ArufeimKirra wrote:I'm having an identity crisis coz I'm not really sure if I'm an otaku or not.

Acropyre wrote:@Topic

If you're facebook name has anime words or japanese romanji on it, boom, weaboo.

Geez, I reckon sarcasm isn't allowed in this forum then.