Around the world, Anime has a large audience and is widely recognized. Fans of anime are dedicated to the art. They're passionate about their love for anime and take that passion to the next level after hours. The Anime Song DJ is a growing and exciting new trend in Japan where anime songs are mixed, often with the anime playing on a screen.

In this episode we go to the exciting new event called AniCrush!!! the newest Anison DJ event that is bringing together the international and Japanese communities.
It's a foreigner-friendly event created by Xavier Bensky with the intention of spreading the love of anime and music to the world.
We'll also take a close look at otagei, a dance unique to otaku often performed with light sticks wielded like Star Wars light sabers!
It's awesome! Check out dancer "hachimitsu bear" as he demonstrates the THUNDERSNAKE and AMATERASU moves!

More on AniCrush!!!
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Patrick W. Galbraith and John Daub continue from the last episode on Anime Song DJs. Don't miss this exciting episode!

This show has been created and produced by John Daub. He's been living and working in Japan for over 15 years and regularly reports on an International TV Show for Japan's International Channel.

Casting light on quirky, funny & amazing Japanese culture in a way only seen through the eyes of a foreigner! Join us as we penetrate deep into the heart of Japan!
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