When I was young (a very long time ago), being into anime was not very popular. In fact, it was kind of a subculture. Now, anime is a widely celebrated cultural phenomenon; practically everyone and their grandma has watched at least one anime! People rock apparel featuring their favorite characters, decorate their rooms with prints and figures, and some even have their cars covered with large anime decals! Otaku culture is inspired by the shared passion we have for this Japanese art form.
