Genshiken
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馃摉 SYNOPSIS
Genshiken is a Japanese anime series adapted from the manga by Kio Shimoku. The anime premiered on October 10, 2004, produced by Palm Studio and Genco, and aired on Kids Station in Japan. The series follows the lives of college students in the "Society for the Study of Modern Visual Culture" (Genshiken), a club dedicated to otaku interests like anime, manga, and video games. It explores their personal growth, friendships, and the dynamics of embracing otaku culture.
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馃幁 CHARACTERS
Harunobu Madarame
Hardcore otaku, Genshiken's second president, secretly loves Saki, and works at Sakura Pipe Repair.
Portrayed by Okitsu Kazuyuki, Hiyama Nobuyuki
Saki Kasukabe
Saki Kasukabe: Kousaka's stylish girlfriend, initially anti-otaku, joins Genshiken, surprisingly saving the club twice.
Portrayed by Satou Rina, Yukino Satsuki
Kanako Oono
Genshiken's fourth president, Kanako is a passionate cosplayer with a hidden love for yaoi and older men.
Portrayed by Kawasumi Ayako, Yukana
Kanji Sasahara
Genshiken's 3rd president, Sasahara, initially denies his otaku nature before embracing it, showcasing unwavering loyalty to a single character.
Portrayed by Kobashi Tatsuya, Ooyama Takanori
Makoto Kousaka
Handsome, hardcore otaku and Saki's boyfriend, Kousaka is a skilled gamer with a surprisingly easy-going nature.
Portrayed by Saiga Mitsuki, Oohara Momoko
Souichiro Tanaka
A calm cosplayer and model kit expert, Tanaka is a skilled costume designer and Ohno's boyfriend.
Portrayed by Kondou Takayuki, Seki Tomokazu
Mitsunori Kugayama
A talented but unmotivated Genshiken artist, Kugayama's skills shine when drawing erotic art.
Portrayed by Yasumoto Hiroki, Nomura Kenji
Genshiken Series
OVA 路 2004 路 Palm Studio
Kujibiki Unbalance
At Rikkyoin High, freshman Chihiro navigates a love triangle and student government elections, all while vying for the affections of two girls chosen by lottery.
TV 路 2006 路 Ajia-do
Kujibiki鈾nbalance
At Rikkyouin High, Chihiro and Tokino win Student Council positions via lottery, but must survive a year-long apprenticeship under the current council to avoid expulsion.
OVA 路 2006 路 Ajia-do
Genshiken OVA
The Genshiken club begins a new year with the daunting task of recruiting, only to have their world turned upside down by the arrival of the anti-otaku Chika Ogiue.
TV 路 2007 路 Arms
Genshiken 2
The Genshiken club, led by a more assured Sasahara, navigates the challenges of doujinshi creation and evolving relationships, all while welcoming a new, otaku-averse member.
TV 路 2013 路 Production I.G
Genshiken Second Season
The Genshiken club welcomes new members, including yaoi-loving fujoshis, while its original otaku members navigate the challenges of post-graduation life.
Special 路 2013 路 Production I.G
Genshiken Second Generation Specials
The "Genshiken Nidaime Specials" offer additional glimpses into the lives of the college anime club members, exploring their hobbies, relationships, and the challenges of otaku culture.
OVA 路 2013 路 Production I.G
Genshiken Second Generation OVA
This OVA, bundled with the limited edition of the 15th manga volume, likely continues the story of the Genshiken club and its members.
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