Everyone knows what anime is by now.
But it's arguably also one of the most basic examples of "cultural capital" (the sociological concept), especially and particularly for kids and teens at school.
If you're not a jock, preppy or just an all-round popular kid, then having some basic knowledge about anime is one of the most indispensable forms of cultural capital any kid could have in order to fit in. This is considerably more true today, as the antiquated stereotype that "anime is uncool/is for nerds/etc." is slowly waning.
And let me tell you, as someone who unfortunately lacked any knowledge of anime starting from 6th grade, I had trouble conversing with most of my (non-jock) classmates. This resulted in two unpleasant outcomes for me: be a loner or mingle with the rowdy jock kids. But that was 13 years ago. I would think most if not all kids today watch anime, since cable TV is a thing of the past.
But it's arguably also one of the most basic examples of "cultural capital" (the sociological concept), especially and particularly for kids and teens at school.
If you're not a jock, preppy or just an all-round popular kid, then having some basic knowledge about anime is one of the most indispensable forms of cultural capital any kid could have in order to fit in. This is considerably more true today, as the antiquated stereotype that "anime is uncool/is for nerds/etc." is slowly waning.
And let me tell you, as someone who unfortunately lacked any knowledge of anime starting from 6th grade, I had trouble conversing with most of my (non-jock) classmates. This resulted in two unpleasant outcomes for me: be a loner or mingle with the rowdy jock kids. But that was 13 years ago. I would think most if not all kids today watch anime, since cable TV is a thing of the past.
Just like how an iPhone is worth a lot of money, being up-to-date with anime and weeb culture is worth a lot of cultural capital.
by Mary Mary Quite The Contrarian February 25, 2024
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Yes its gonna be a hard challenge for anime addict weebs.
In No Anime August you cant watch hentai eigher cuz that's just Anime porn if u loot at it
Manga is fine. You can read all the manga you want to.
Person 1: Ah finally My favorite anime's second season is airing on August.
Person 2: Bruh but you can't watch it. Its No Anime August remember.
Person 1: Oh shit I guess I will just read the light novel/manga or wait for it till September.
Person 2: Bruh but you can't watch it. Its No Anime August remember.
Person 1: Oh shit I guess I will just read the light novel/manga or wait for it till September.
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