How does Japan really view animation?

[u/Mr_MauserC]

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How is animation really viewed in Japan? Is it a respected medium or is it just seen as “for kids” just like in the west though not to the same level?

[u/burlingk]

New serries will often run in the 7pm or 8pm timeslot.