Genshiken. A show about a college club of otaku. This is on the list of my favorite anime, and I felt compelled to rewatch it recently. If you haven’t watched it yet, do yourself a favor and go do so now.
Reading various other reviews, the general consensus seems to be that this is a great show because it’s relatable: a show by otaku for otaku about otaku.
I couldn’t disagree more. I don’t consider myself an otaku. I have never read a doujinshi (nor do I intend to do so). I have never bought a figure, Gundam model, or inflatable character pillow. My first reaction to cosplay would be to run away. I have no interest in eroge. I have never attended a convention. I watch anime, and read a little bit of manga. That’s it.
