Anime, Japanese animation, and manga, Japanese comics, have become integral parts of Japanese popular culture. Anime series like "Dragon Ball," "Naruto," and "One Piece" have gained massive global followings, while manga titles like "Astro Boy," "Sailor Moon," and "Fullmetal Alchemist" have been translated into numerous languages.

The industry is built on a foundation of diverse media that often overlap through massive "media mix" strategies: Anime & Manga