Fans of the Japanese pop culture are finding connection and love through a common interest. Bookstore owners say the trend has had staying power, and more people are taking Japanese language classes.

In fact, there's an entire genre of anime known as "iyashikei," meaning "healing," referring to anime meant to have a soothing effect on viewers. These series make up for what they lack in conflict ...

When it comes to anime goodness, streaming services such as Crunchyroll and HIDIVE tend to dominate the discussion. After all, they provide the most content for their price tag. In recent years, other ...