Genshiken 2004
What is Genshiken?
Genshiken is a Japanese television series that premiered in 2004. The series revolves around Sasahara Kanji, a college freshman who joins a student society to share his thoughts on manga, anime, and gaming.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2004
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 37
- Runtime
- 25 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 11, 2004
- Last aired
- Sep 29, 2013
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Kids Station, Chiba TV, TV Aichi, Sun TV
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
Genshiken is a Japanese television series that premiered in 2004. The series revolves around Sasahara Kanji, a college freshman who joins a student society to share his thoughts on manga, anime, and gaming. As he participates in club activities, he opens his mind and resolves to make his way into the otaku world. The series is an adaptation of the manga, with the first five volumes being adapted into a 12-episode anime. It was produced by Genco and Palm, and later continued with additional episodes. The series explores themes related to otaku culture and the experiences of its characters.
Should you watch it?
“A college freshman explores his interest in manga, anime, and gaming by joining a student society.”
- relatable depiction of hobbyist culture
- authentic club dynamics
- focused on niche interests
Watch it if you enjoy grounded stories about college life and finding a community.
The series depicts the social experiences and daily activities of college students interested in hobbyist subcultures.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Study of the Modern Visually-Oriented Culture Oct 11, 2004
- E2 Comparative Classification of the Modern Youth Through Consumption and Entert... Oct 18, 2004
- E3 Problems and Merits of Local Culture Promotion Oct 25, 2004
- E4 The Sublimating Effects of the Dissimilation Brought on Through Makeup and Co... Nov 1, 2004
- E5 Limits of Rejection and Reception as Observed in Autonomous Behaviour Nov 8, 2004
- E6 Theory of the Individual Outside the Boundaries of the Subculture Nov 15, 2004
- E7 Aspects of Behavioral Selection in Interpersonal Relationships Nov 22, 2004
- E8 Comparative Research in Production Models and Processes Nov 29, 2004
- E9 Concerning the Existence of an Expository Requirement under Special Non-socia... Dec 6, 2004
- E10 Leisure Time Expenditures on Fetishism Considered as an Economic Result Dec 13, 2004
- E11 The Theory of the Existence of Malice Within Urban Crimes Dec 20, 2004
- E12 The Countermeasures for the Issues that Occur during the Reorganization of a... Dec 27, 2004
Season 2 · 12 episodes
- E1 The New Chairman's Ambition Oct 10, 2007
- E2 Meetings are Disastrous Oct 17, 2007
- E3 One Hot Summer's Day Oct 24, 2007
- E4 Are You Two Going Out? Oct 31, 2007
- E5 Madarame, the Incumbent Sex Slave Nov 7, 2007
- E6 Problematic Hobby Nov 14, 2007
- E7 Graduation Syndrome Nov 14, 2007
- E8 Cos-ken Nov 28, 2007
- E9 It's Always Raining During Job Hunts Dec 5, 2007
- E10 Otaku from USA Dec 12, 2007
- E11 Real Hardcore Dec 19, 2007
- E12 What Lies Ahead Dec 26, 2007
Season 3 · 13 episodes
- E1 The Other Side of the Path. The Promised Place Jul 1, 2013
- E2 Cross Over My Legs Jul 14, 2013
- E3 Daydream Believer Jul 21, 2013
- E4 Beards and Boobs Jul 28, 2013
- E5 Go Next! Aug 4, 2013
- E6 Shout ''Moe!'' Beyond the Event Horizon Aug 11, 2013
- E7 KOIBANA3 Aug 18, 2013
- E8 There's Route, But There's No Loop! Aug 25, 2013
- E9 White Gate Keeper Sep 1, 2013
- E10 Snow man Sep 8, 2013
- E11 That Was a Good Last Episode Sep 15, 2013
- E12 Love and Work and Cheesecake Sep 22, 2013
- E13 Waiting in the Club Room Sep 29, 2013
Frequently asked questions
What is the series about?
It follows a college freshman who joins a student society to explore his interests in anime, manga, and gaming.
Does the main character have a goal?
Yes, he resolves to integrate himself into the otaku world through club activities.
What kind of activities does the club do?
Members visit dojin shops and attend anime festivals.
Is this a school-based show?
Yes, the story centers on a college student society.
What is the tone of the series?
The series focuses on the personal development of a student as he opens his mind to new experiences.