For people who are introducing themselves to the world of anime and manga, how to be the otaku or the otaku that you want to be. Point out that you like anime;)
Steps
Step 1. Watch anime
To start being otaku, watch anime, on many pages you will find many fabulous anime that will immediately hook you and you will like it (some websites where you can watch anime are [[1]] or [[2]]). He also reads some other manga.
Step 2. Listen to Japanese music
You don't have to listen to it, only if you like it. Many otaku love the songs of Hatsune Miku, a virtual diva who sings in Japanese, a hologram. Besides the fact that some Japanese singers sing really well, their music is quite addictive.
Step 3. Make otaku friends
If you have friends who started watching anime before you and know about it, talk to them; They will feel good knowing that they can talk to someone who understands them. If not, nothing happens, not everyone has friends who like anime.
Step 4. Learn anime phrases
As you like the anime theme more, in the long run you will hear phrases that the characters say such as: itadakimasu (bon appetit), kawaii (adorable) ontoni? (Really?) Sugoi! (brilliant). If at some point you get hooked on any of these words, it means that you begin to find pleasure in saying this, but it is better not to say it in class or in front of someone you do not trust very much, they could laugh at you. People like that mess with others for fun, just stay away from someone like that.
Step 5. Character cosplay
The clothes and the way of being of some characters captivate us a lot, that's why thousands of times we think that we would like to dress like that. To "cosplay" means to dress up as the anime character that we like so much. In many stores they sell, they can also be found in many online stores such as Ebay [[3]], etc … if you ever feel the need to dress up I recommend that you go to an "anime convention" there you will not be ashamed because all the The world is disguised, avoid dressing up in the street on a day when there is no event, because people are not used to it, especially if you live in a small town.
Step 6. Learn to tolerate name calling, like "geek."
Many people believe that people who are passionate about anime and manga are "antisocial" but it is not true, many also describe us as "geeks". Many people consider that word an insult, so they prefer the term "otaku". If someone calls you a geek, you don't care, those people don't accept you as you are, but if you are happy, it doesn't matter.
Step 7. If you like Japan, go ahead:
Most otaku dream of traveling to Japan because it is the birthplace of anime and manga, as well as its many streets populated with people dressed up as anime characters (especially in the Akihabara neighborhood).
Step 8. Go cheer yourself up
Otaku people watch a lot a lot of anime daily when they finish one they immediately go for another but that is not why you have to neglect to do your homework or work.
What do you like the most ?: when you have started watching anime you will realize that there are many types: romance, adventure, action, shounen-ai (only kisses), yuri (love between girls), yaoi (love between boys), gore (anime with blood and violent) … You will like many categories, but surely you will like some more than others
Step 9. Learn to answer the question "Are they Chinese or Japanese?
". Many people you know will not know what anime is and will ask you" what are those Chinese drawings that you see? "First of all you should try not to get angry, instead explain what it means and also inform them that they are Japanese, and not Chinese, many people get confused.
Advice
- Many animes you watch will awaken new emotions: sadness, happiness, smiles.
- If you are watching an anime where they are naked or something make sure you are alone or alone because if someone in your family saw it they would not think highly of you and they would lecture you.
- If you are ever eating or something and you feel like saying: itadakimasu! (Take advantage or thanks for the food) say it if you want but better not say that when you are in class or with someone you do not like very well.
Warnings
- Many people (because there are) may insult you or not accept you because of your tastes, but they are YOUR tastes and you should not give up or pretend.
- If the first time you see an anime you don't like it or it makes you heavy, you don't have to force yourself, but you want to be an otaku, no one forces you to be.
- But also remember that there is not only one anime, if you did not like that one, you can try another and another until you find the right one.