Morgan Brown, Wake Forest University

As it has become more mainstream in America, Japanese animation has attracted many African American fans.

Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

These terms define universal feelings, yet cannot be universally translated.

Kirsten Kalebich, Arizona State University

Once you get to college, you can choose to learn a second language, but which should you pick and why?

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

In this type of performance, women play all the roles, and refreshing performances that mix androgyny and gender expression are sure to ensue.

Alice Han, Pepperdine University

Although the country’s strict disposition regarding labor maximizes productivity, it also places an unhealthy amount of pressure on its citizens.

Sammi Looi, Baruch College

Make the best of your time in isolation by learning a new language.

Janani Mangai Srinivasan, Wake Forest University

The 6-year-old lead character of the long-running manga and anime not only investigates crimes, but the culture of his native land as well.

Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

The Japanese pastime requires quick hands and knowledge of literature. 

Victoria Acosta, Southern Adventist University

It’s time to stop limiting yourself to English television and start absorbing that language you’ve always wanted to learn with these binge-worthy shows.

Isador Pinto, Ringling College of Art + Design

The Japanese genre evokes the sounds of neon city life, and it’s starting to make a splash in the West.

Jade Hookham, UC San Diego

Move over, ‘Big Brother.’ ‘Terrace House’ is here to stay.

Emily Suvannasankha, University of Central Florida

Contrary to popular belief, Japanese isn’t harder to learn than other languages, it’s just misunderstood.