How many anime is considered otaku?

An otaku, is just someone who is really interested in something. If you watched 10–20 anime and you’re super into it, you can consider yourself an otaku.

When can you call yourself an otaku?

So technically, someone is considered an otaku when they have an obsession of something having to do with the computer or as us westerners use it, obsessed with Japanese Anime, Manga, etc. and don’t leave the house very often. But that’s if you want to be all particular.

What is considered a otaku?

Borrowed from Japanese, otaku refers to a person who is obsessed with manga, anime, and other forms of Japanese or East Asian popular culture.

Does otaku have to do with anime?

It is typically used to refer to a fan of anime/manga but can also refer to Japanese video games or Japanese culture in general. The American magazine Otaku USA popularizes and covers these aspects.

Is it bad being an Otaku?

There’s nothing inherently wrong with being an Otaku. Despite many stereotypes, being an otaku doesn’t mean that someone is anti social or only cares about anime. That would make someone a weeaboo. Someone can be an otaku if they simply enjoy anime.

Do you like being called an otaku?

Some people like being called an Otaku. Some people don’t. Some people don’t know why they are called an Otaku, or whether they should be. Some throw the word around lightly. Others avoid it. Ask yourself this: do you like anime, manga, or video games?

Do you like watching anime and reading manga?

Yes, I like watching anime and reading manga. But Otaku? To me the word has too much baggage and over broad nature. If you are using the same word to describe me (who likes watching anime) and Takeshi (who has hundreds of dvds, anime figurines, cosplay costumes, and often frequents maid cafes/conventions), there is a huge gap.

How many Animes do you have to watch to become an otaku?

Frankly speaking there is no limit on number of animes you have to watch to be called an Otaku. Many consider Otaku’s to lack social contact and all but I don’t think so.

Is anime addiction real or a myth?

The truth is, anime addiction is very real and can be dangerous (like videogame addiction) to those suffering from it. In Japan, anime addiction has been given the name Otaku and the word is used to describe anyone suffering from the affliction.