I've just found a very interesting piece Chris Kincaid wrote for the Japan Powered webside. First-time travellers to Japan are always surprised - even fascinated - by the ubiquitous power lines and - if they come in summer - the loud cicadas. Kincaid explains how these two things are used in anime, and why.
Of cicadas and power lines
Of cicadas and power lines
Of cicadas and power lines
I've just found a very interesting piece Chris Kincaid wrote for the Japan Powered webside. First-time travellers to Japan are always surprised - even fascinated - by the ubiquitous power lines and - if they come in summer - the loud cicadas. Kincaid explains how these two things are used in anime, and why.