Japanese Men Prefer 2D

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日本語/Japanese
Wed 2007/11/28 10:42
The head of a health promotion research center in the Gifu prefecture made a statement on the current decline of abortions among teenagers and reduced sales of condoms...

"Young men not having sex is one of the main reasons. They don't want to get hurt (dumped by human girls) so never advance past 2D girls." (source)

For newcomers to the site - 2D refers to the girls that you see in the photos of this article, and 3D refers to girls that you see in the Idol section (humans).

For guys out there who are addicted to 2D girls - will you advance to 3D girls or stay on 2D?
BTW, these photos were taken at the last comike - doujin by Tsurukiya. I miss the Geass girls orz.
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CaTZ in Indonesia (Registered on 2007/02/10 16:25)
Game Designer & 2D Artist
don't think 2D is a better substitute for a real sex with 3d girls. I'll take those idols any day, provided they're willing to accept me. lol!
(ID #65200) Posted on 2007/11/28 11:26
qingy in front of the monitor (Registered on 2007/10/06 06:21)
Gunpla Enthusiast
2D and 3D for teh win

btw, thats a really nice doujin
(ID #65202) Posted on 2007/11/28 11:42
MACdaddy in Earth (Registered on 2007/11/10 11:26)
Stalker
I don't get it... That's like asking a puppy, do you prefer a picture of bacon bits, or a real bag of them? [It's BACOOOOONNN! hehe] 

I would imagine they all prefer the real thing, but they are either cowards or they are just giving up. 

I gave up drinking and smoking years ago, but I'll be damned if I ever give up on the ladies. :]
(ID #65203) Posted on 2007/11/28 11:44
D_Blade in Montreal (Registered on 2007/01/01 00:00)
Non-profit org. volunteering work addict
"Young men not having sex is one of the main reasons. They don't want to get hurt (dumped by human girls) so never advance past 2D girls." 
(One of the reasons why Japan birth rate fell?)

As for the reasoning line above, I always felt that way, but I also considered females' feelings. I'm also open to go for 3D whenever. I'm ready now. Hope it's not too late. *laughs and sighs*
(ID #65206) Posted on 2007/11/28 12:14
DarkFader in Netherlands (Registered on 2007/10/31 08:18)
hw sw engineer
More and more ero games are becoming 3D! Too bad hi-res VR glasses are still too expensive :(
(ID #65207) Posted on 2007/11/28 12:31
Aya Kyunik in Melbourne, Australia (Registered on 2007/05/22 17:50)
Hobby Store clerk guy thing...
For the most part i like 2D....

But i like the occasional 3D should they look good ^^;
(ID #65208) Posted on 2007/11/28 12:36
DarkMirage in Singapore (Registered on 2006/12/24 17:19)
ひきこもり
The bacon analogy is not quite right, since obviously the only thing you want with a piece of bacon is to eat it. Therefore there is absolutely no way for drawn bacon to be superior to real bacon.

Girls on the other hand are different. 2D girls can be drawn to fit one's ideal of perfection. The fact that they are forever unreachable is a trade-off, and some people find it to be a good deal. That is why they prefer 2D to 3D.

And on another note, I consider idols to be closer to 2D. They fulfil certain criteria of a "perfect" girl and at the same time are almost as unreachable as 2D girls. It's the same basic mentality.

(ID #65209) Posted on 2007/11/28 12:41
Mike in Manila (Registered on 2007/02/20 22:40)
VP
No wonder Japanese women are so frustrated.
(ID #65211) Posted on 2007/11/28 12:47
bolt in Tampa Fl. (Registered on 2007/04/17 16:05)
security/3d graphic artist
well i'm married...so long past 2d... but ocasionally like to take a peak..:D
(ID #65212) Posted on 2007/11/28 12:52
radical anime fan in 2009 Singapore. (Registered on 2007/01/25 22:32)
Polytechnic Senior, Bronze Lifesaving Trainee, Mech Designer, Pokemon Indexer.
I've never thought about this... I'm too busy figuring out how to play Golden Sun :P

Seriously, I'd never thought about that. Too busy thinking about how to get a job as a manga artist to bother. But I'll get a 3D one someday.
(ID #65213) Posted on 2007/11/28 13:00
keats in NL (Registered on 2007/09/02 21:54)
Eternal Dreamer
I've been hurt by females before.. it's true that I don't want to experience that again, but there's more to it than just that. People have more developped tastes these days, and expect the same from their partners. Expectations are higher while demands are more specific. Of course that makes it harder to find a suitable partner. There are no girls that enjoy anime, games and my music the way that I do. We wouldn't have much in common.. we'd do our seperate things. 

I voted for 2D only. I'm not against 3D, but I just don't see it happen unless I give up everything I love. 
(ID #65214) Posted on 2007/11/28 13:07
samurai138 in Ohio, US (Registered on 2007/07/06 00:40)
Well 2d is nice but I do like 3d girls more. 
(ID #65215) Posted on 2007/11/28 13:09
Blackster in Germany (Registered on 2007/11/20 21:58)
Biostatistical Programmer
Nop, never been into that 2d girlthing. i like them touchable and actually responing ;)

(ID #65216) Posted on 2007/11/28 13:21
CuteChocobo in Australia (Registered on 2007/11/15 19:19)
University Lecturer & Researcher
Personally I prefer 3D.. and 2D is just a hobby!

My conversion rate:
One 3D >> 100GB of 2D

*hehe*
(ID #65218) Posted on 2007/11/28 13:42
Alafista OTAKU in Singapore (Registered on 2006/12/25 12:46)
Policy & Research Officer
No doubt from a point of a gravure idol fan, I always prefer 3D. 
(ID #65219) Posted on 2007/11/28 13:43
V2 in manila, philippnes (Registered on 2007/01/09 00:30)
bodegero
like blackster, i like my women warm and moaning. though sometimes the perfect woman is always in 2D - guess you cant have both.
(ID #65224) Posted on 2007/11/28 14:06
Foxtail Dreamer in NJ, USA (Registered on 2007/09/05 11:49)
Freelance Artist
The question is -- Where do RealDolls and CandyGirls fit into all of this??
(ID #65227) Posted on 2007/11/28 14:26
ビッグ ボス in Hampton, Virginia, USA (Registered on 2007/11/16 23:45)
Web Developer
3D girls in pictures on the internet aren't much different than 2D girls drawn in pictures on the internet. Still unrealistic and unattainable. Yes, there is a slim chance one could meet up with an idol, porn star, etc. but it's very unlikely.

That being said, 2D is cool as long as you don't give up real 3D.
(ID #65229) Posted on 2007/11/28 14:57
ron~ in Melbourne, Australia (Registered on 2007/05/12 11:49)
IT Developer
both 2D and 3D, but more on 2D haha :D
(ID #65231) Posted on 2007/11/28 15:09
wildarmsheero in Spaaaaace (Registered on 2006/12/25 15:29)
Lowlife
2D for life.

I would post a Yamazaki-rant from NHK but I don't feel like finding the novel right now. 
(ID #65232) Posted on 2007/11/28 15:12
Wingfoot in Tacloban and Manila City, Philippines (Registered on 2007/05/11 08:52)
Student
Ok. If guys in Japan can appreciate a real girl in Japan. I sure can, if any girls are feeling lonely, give me a call. Seriously, you guys need to get to the baby making, because if the present generation is going to be the last generation a lot of us wont have anymore cool toys to play with. Hurry UP! Your population is on the decline.
(ID #65233) Posted on 2007/11/28 15:31
トゥレ in シカゴ(Chicago), Illinois (Registered on 2008/06/19 08:12)
Student
HAHA! i'm w/ Wingfoot on this one. I'll be in Japan come June '09 for a LIMITED TIME ONLY. BUY NOW! :D
(ID #223176) Posted on 2008/06/27 10:52
squee in Singapore (Registered on 2007/09/27 06:23)
Techie
I choose both for variety :p
and I can't live without either one.
(ID #65236) Posted on 2007/11/28 15:54
XSportSeeker in Brazil (Registered on 2007/08/22 06:42)
Dropping computers, starting all over again at Journalism
Most people will never admit they prefer 2D to 3D, even to themselves... much less on a blog.
I don't have a girlfriend now... I have maybe some possibilities around, but also very very very high standards.
Some girl-friends said I'll end up dying alone because of this.

But I treat 2D and 3D like completely different things.
What I feel watching 2D animation will never be achieved by 3D girls, and the experiences I had with 3D girls will never be achieved on 2D animes.

I love both, and unfortunately there can be times you can only choose one.

For now, I'm enjoying 2D. And though I really miss 3D sometimes, I'm not in a hurry, or desperate to change the situation...
(ID #65237) Posted on 2007/11/28 15:58
Tanario in Esbjerg, Denmark (Registered on 2007/11/03 05:02)
Study
At the moment, i dont care much either way, though i probally watch 2-d girls more than 3-d girls in tv and on the com.
Should a 3-d girl come along i wouldn't hesitate to jump on, but i'm not gonna go out of my way to make it happen.
(ID #65238) Posted on 2007/11/28 16:02
Henry in /usr/bin/ (Registered on 2006/12/25 20:29)
anime/cosplay events organizer
i enjoy both 2D and 3D but i'm more inclined and enjoy more to 2D girls ^___^
(ID #65239) Posted on 2007/11/28 16:03
thesilentblade in UK (Registered on 2007/10/16 18:51)
2D girls 3D figures what more can you ask?
(ID #65240) Posted on 2007/11/28 16:22
davortech in Europe (Registered on 2007/11/09 01:55)
IT
I prefer 3D. I love 2D but  3D idols would turn me on more then 2D drawings.
(ID #65241) Posted on 2007/11/28 17:04
R-1 in a happy place. (Registered on 2007/07/05 22:01)
Personal Trooper
Much as I like 2-D girls, they don't hug back, yeah? ^_^ Guys shouldn't be afraid of taking chances with real women.
(ID #65243) Posted on 2007/11/28 17:14
DRAGUN in Arizona, USA (Registered on 2007/08/23 05:56)
Design Consultant
@D_Blade: Lol, its never too late! Its sad to hear people saying they dont think they will find a REAL (I just cant call them 3D, sorry) girl that likes the same things they do (Keats). Maybe its just the area where I live, but my gf loves anime and even gets excited about me painting and working on my models. We also both like riding motorcycles (yes, she has her own) and even like similar food. It took a loooooong time to find her, and I had to date a LOT of girls, but I did. So.. dont be afraid, who cares if it doesnt work out? There are tons (or tonnes in metric) girls out there just waiting to be seduced. Plus, the sex with a real girl is soooo much better than 2D. Sorry, but those of us who have had it know its true (unless they are bad at sex.. which happens unfortunetly.. sigh.. some girls just need training)
(ID #65244) Posted on 2007/11/28 17:34
LyGuy in Canada (Registered on 2007/10/02 06:55)
student
word up Dragun haha
(ID #65249) Posted on 2007/11/28 18:00
DRAGUN in Arizona, USA (Registered on 2007/08/23 05:56)
Design Consultant
Fo Schizzle LyGuy! 
(ID #65250) Posted on 2007/11/28 18:05
Hachiko in Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Registered on 2006/12/26 12:25)
Student
3D for the win.
(ID #65251) Posted on 2007/11/28 18:08
Vic Fieger in Mass., USA (Registered on 2007/11/23 16:14)
Typographer
All this talk about "fear" and being afraid is rather insulting. I've only liked cartoons all my life*, and I'm pretty certain I wasn't afraid of being rejected when I was six years old. If I live my life the way other people say I should, it wouldn't be fair to whoever I end up in a relationship with.


*I associate this with being raised by television.
(ID #65253) Posted on 2007/11/28 18:30
lostandfound in Singapore (Registered on 2007/10/22 03:22)
Part trooper, part -timer, 100% loser...
I love both... What more can I say?
(ID #65255) Posted on 2007/11/28 18:59
junq man in former superpower (Registered on 2007/08/18 06:15)
working to pay for figures etc.
So, ero-manga etc. are an effective birth control device? Interesting. (Incidentally while I was stooging about in Akihabara the other week I saw a few Otaku with girlfriends... okay, they weren't exactly Hermes from Train Man but it was kind of interesting to note).
(ID #65257) Posted on 2007/11/28 19:23
D_Blade in Montreal (Registered on 2007/01/01 00:00)
Non-profit org. volunteering work addict
@DRAGUN: What is the most annoying part is to see one you like being closer to you with time but already being with someone else. I never charge blindly and I'm not a partisan of cheating. The hardest part but the best is to go alone, search without forcing self and suffer a bit. ^^;;

Compatibility of hobbies is secondary, unless it becomes an open source of conflict... Better be sure of certain details before proceeding into a long-term relationship. Otherwise it comes back at you and everybody should know that can hurt quite a bit.

I'm glad you're having a happy life and that you've found the one. Really.

@Foxtail Dreamer: Candygirls and affiliated = Pseudo 3D? XD
(ID #65259) Posted on 2007/11/28 19:56
D_Blade in Montreal (Registered on 2007/01/01 00:00)
Non-profit org. volunteering work addict
By the way, a hint for all males here.

Girls love guys who can manage a household... Best would to become a cleaning fairy. The macho man archetype is slowly dying as mentalities change, and I agree wholeheartedly to that train of thoughts. ^^;

More tips & tricks available. Just ask for them. ;)
(ID #65260) Posted on 2007/11/28 20:11
thefrikking in Spain (Registered on 2007/08/18 07:42)
Ork Warlord
It`s true that 2-D girls never hurt or betray you, but never lose hope on 3-D people, not only gils. Negate this is negate yourself.

Be freak like mad, but never lose control of reality...
(ID #65264) Posted on 2007/11/28 20:50
thefrikking in Spain (Registered on 2007/08/18 07:42)
Ork Warlord
And, D_Blade, you`re absolutly right.
(ID #65265) Posted on 2007/11/28 20:53
CyruzDraxs in Kelowna, BC, Canada (Registered on 2007/09/11 10:55)
Web Design & Development
I'd have to go with 2D here. This part of the world seems to have not yet caught up to modern interests, so I just plain don't understand most people around here. Everyone here has such simple interests.

Seriously, go on any dating site and look up girls in Kelowna, BC, Canada. Every single one of them will have nothing but camping, horseback riding and "hanging out" in their interests...how plain. >.>

I've managed to drag a good portion of my town a little closer to nerdiness, but they still don't go much further than playing Super Nintendo and watching Dragonball.
(ID #65266) Posted on 2007/11/28 21:08
メタルおたくmetalotaku in Holland (Registered on 2007/10/11 23:06)
Working in a supermarket T0T
Wow, this is a tough one ^^;
I'd personally go for 3-D, but not just  
anything 3-D but someone I actually like and is a lot to my likings (wich is probably why ill be alone for the rest of my life^^).
On the other hand, I can also fall in love with a 2-D girl (Yoruichi i.e.) but thats different and not real love.
Yet I would consider it more powerful then a 3-D love.
An otaku's life is a wierd and lonely thing, but I cant prefer anything over it.
Shasui in Norwich UK
thats a hard one to annsser.... I like a bit of both but then again.... I more intrested in the flesh and blood ones.....

remeber guys an idol mind is a dirty one... I think thats the saying..... 
(ID #65270) Posted on 2007/11/28 22:06
syrix in U.S. (Registered on 2007/03/21 10:42)
student
I would rather go with a 3-D girl and hope she understands my 2-D girl fetish lol, she might have it as well.
(ID #65273) Posted on 2007/11/28 22:56
osaka.chi in Mexico (Registered on 2007/11/16 10:45)
Otaku
I really like 2D girls, but i will never miss my chance with a 3D one, specially the ones in the idol section
(ID #65274) Posted on 2007/11/28 23:20
Henry in /usr/bin/ (Registered on 2006/12/25 20:29)
anime/cosplay events organizer
btw, i forgot to add this to my last post...

I WANT THAT YURI DOUJIN~ *heart heart heart*

lulz XDDD
(ID #65275) Posted on 2007/11/28 23:28
Marshall in Cali, usa (Registered on 2007/11/27 20:17)
Living
I think its less about preference and more about common interest. If I can find a 3D girl who accepts me collecting figures and playing eroge all day, then maybe I would consider it. 

Because if said 3D girl starts spewing nonsense about me "enjoying" the company of 2D women to much, then shes obviously gonna have to move out. Im not changing what I believe in for so called "Love"
(ID #65276) Posted on 2007/11/28 23:29
skankywonders in California (Registered on 2007/08/09 06:48)
Student
I'm a 2D guy at times, but I'll stick with the 3D :)
(ID #65277) Posted on 2007/11/28 23:49
Anonymous ( ; ´Д`)/ in Indiana (Registered on 2007/11/15 11:26)
Stocker
Figures are as 3-D as it gets for me. And I like it that way.
V1lt R in US (Registered on 2007/01/05 14:34)
Tow dispatcher
I prefer real women. :)
(ID #65279) Posted on 2007/11/29 00:03
pistol opera! in massachusetts (Registered on 2007/02/24 05:51)
e13
hmmm...
  2d girls and idols are about one in the same in my book. its all about fantasy really if you think about it... the 2d girl or the girl you will only see in pictures or on video most likely.
  
...and i don't want to hear this crap about otaku not being able to get girls... that is all in your head. i've never had a problem.

how about going out of the house every now and again and popping in at the local pub with the rest of the world.

come on... abortion and birth control are headed down!!! come on guys, lets see what we can do to knock that number up a bit (lol)!!!
(ID #65280) Posted on 2007/11/29 01:07
djet0 in Not so Sunnyvale, Teh Golden State (Registered on 2007/01/08 21:18)
High School Graduate... Now what?
That is a lol fact. We guys do have it tough. As for me, one knows when 2D is better than 3D and vice versa.
Though, shouldn't it be 4D since the girls we know "grow" with time? It makes life good, right, amirite? I say go ahead an embrace the next girl you see to remind you how good it is to be able to have both. At first there was nothing, then there was bust (and other goodies, lol).
(ID #65291) Posted on 2007/11/29 01:40
SPaulMac in Kentucky, United States (Registered on 2007/10/12 12:41)
Any chance I can downgrade from my current 3D to 2D?
(ID #65292) Posted on 2007/11/29 01:41
pistol opera! in massachusetts (Registered on 2007/02/24 05:51)
e13
@SPaulMac.
 
  yes, however we require a 15% restocking fee plus a $175.00 early termination charge.  
(ID #65294) Posted on 2007/11/29 01:50
D_Blade in Montreal (Registered on 2007/01/01 00:00)
Non-profit org. volunteering work addict
djet0, got to secure the relationship first (and many fail at it), then you can consider reaching the "higher level".
Think Maslow and you'll understand my words. ;)
(ID #65299) Posted on 2007/11/29 02:10
Hangmen13 in Sabah, Malaysia, but now studying in KL (still the same country) (Registered on 2007/04/21 22:31)
Aimless Traveler
Though I roll both ways, my preference is slightly towards 2D girls. Perhaps that'll change once I triggered an 'event' somewhere, based on the decisions I've made throughout my chosen story arc.

PS: I want that Code Geass doujin.
(ID #65301) Posted on 2007/11/29 02:21
DRAGUN in Arizona, USA (Registered on 2007/08/23 05:56)
Design Consultant
@D_Blade: I agree, liking someone that is dating someone else is hard, and cheating and unfaithfulness is no way to start a relationship, or end one for that matter. Although, sometimes one must realize when someone is worth it and steal them away. I have done this, usually to the benefit of all parties involved. It seems crude, but fate only takes you part way, the rest is up to you.

I agree that there are many intrinsic properties in a relationship that cannot be summerized by common interests. I have dated many women that do not share my hobbies or interests. This does not prevent a certain attraction that can sometimes seem contradictory. 

I hate to disagree with D_Blade, but most girls are looking for just a few simple things. 
1. Something to fix. If you are too perfect, women get annoyed. 
2. Something different, new and dangerous. 
3. Feeling like they are special. If you stop doing this, usually thats when the relationship stops. 

... OH! and dont eat HALIBUT!
(ID #65302) Posted on 2007/11/29 02:25
Kira in USA Atlanta, Georgia (Registered on 2007/02/10 16:25)
College Student
Im not going to lie I  love my 2D women sooo much that my real world view of women is jaded and no girl is pretty enough for me. I have to lower my standards for 3D women but never ever for my 2D I will always love them!!!
Or maybe that girl I meet at Anime Expo before going to the haruhi concert!!! Man I should have said something to her!!!!
(ID #65313) Posted on 2007/11/29 03:55
D_Blade in Montreal (Registered on 2007/01/01 00:00)
Non-profit org. volunteering work addict
DRAGUN, You felt disagreeing with me, but I agree with you in the end. *laughs*

Still, cheating/stealing is in no way inscribed in my vocabulary. I like to call it my "Code of Honor". Now if some of you do it, well, better have a well-prepared plan in advance.

And what's with halibuts tonight?

(ID #65315) Posted on 2007/11/29 04:03
0shift in New Zealand (Registered on 2007/08/13 20:52)
Student
Hell.... I love 2D or 3D girls. Girls are hot in either dimension. But I must say you can't beat a 3D girl, they are just a little more interactive ^O^
(ID #65318) Posted on 2007/11/29 04:15
DRAGUN in Arizona, USA (Registered on 2007/08/23 05:56)
Design Consultant
@D_Blade: If you eat Halibut, you would eventually know. I just would rather you take me word for it and stay away. Kind of like women. Lmao. AAAhhhhh.. he he. 
I agree that honor is important. But what is more honorable; leaving the woman that you care about in a useless relationship that will never go anywhere with someone who wont be the best possible person for her? or plan B, steal her away and stop her from all that pain. Hmmm... I agree, B is much harder. Or.. maybe the first one is. Who knows?
(ID #65319) Posted on 2007/11/29 04:20
gordon in 新加坡 Singapore (Registered on 2007/06/11 16:09)
五〇一軍团 TK8316 Singapore Garrison Public Relations Officer
one can't make love to a 2D girl. straight forward. ('~')
(ID #65342) Posted on 2007/11/29 12:06
Anon
Every country in the world would be happy about a decline of abortions.. oh Japan.
(ID #65343) Posted on 2007/11/29 12:46
animefreak222 (Registered on 2007/05/27 13:58)
totally depends on preference.
2d has it advantage and disadvantage same goes for 3d.

just remember the fact everything has a risk no such thing as 100% safe.how big?depends on situations and circumstances.

anyway ppl good luck on finding the luv of ur life if u still do not have one.(^_^)b god bless u ppl.

p.s:feeling hurt and happy when u r in love is all part of the package.thats life. 
(ID #65361) Posted on 2007/11/29 16:45
BeLe in Davao, Philippines (Registered on 2007/01/03 17:48)
.NET/Web Developer
2D rocks but sad they're not real. lol

I miss Kallen.  She's hot. XD  I hope the second season comes soon. 
(ID #65428) Posted on 2007/11/30 05:58
Boris in USA (Registered on 2006/12/26 01:24)
Visual Communications and Web 2.0
i can see the reason for all this, it makes sense. 2D or 3D woman won't hurt u hehehehe. maybe china should try this strategy as well
(ID #65429) Posted on 2007/11/30 06:00
shippoyasha in NYC (Registered on 2007/06/10 16:46)
NEET
As far as sexual attraction and pure fun goes, 2D suits me fine. I'm too burnt out by 3D relationships personally. I don't really trust anyone anymore.
(ID #65443) Posted on 2007/11/30 07:37
PockySodapop
The whole argument of "3D versus 2D" is a bit strange to me. As a girl who's enjoyed anime from a young age, I never once thought about an anime man being the one for me, or that they were all I needed in life. I don't think if it's an argument over whether imaginary people are better than real people, but whether you actually want to be in a relationship with someone or prefer to be by yourself.

You're not spending your time or dating anime characters. They're not real. I'm not sure where this whole school of thinking is coming from.
(ID #65536) Posted on 2007/12/01 06:11
Anonymous
I prefer mai 2D waifu
(ID #65538) Posted on 2007/12/01 06:23
Hatix in Antwerp, Belgium (Registered on 2007/04/25 06:26)
IT, Programmer, Otaku, ...
Danny, you got mentioned on AnimeNewsNetwork about this post: http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2007-11-29/tokyo-anime-center-to-hold-life-size-figure-party

And their post is about a party of life-size dolls of anime characters in Tokyo Anime Center in Akiba ;p
It's unfortunate that the exposition is so short... You can even buy one of the figures.
(ID #65546) Posted on 2007/12/01 08:34
bvc100 in KL Malaysia (Registered on 2007/10/15 02:06)
Something to do with cars
I'd go for both rather than choosing just one. each has it's own strength and weakness, so it will complement each other perfectly~~~
Mind you, i'm still looking for a 3D one though...
(ID #65599) Posted on 2007/12/02 00:29
Saouri in Alicante, Spain (Registered on 2007/11/23 09:22)
Chemical Engineer
God! I can't believe that.
What is wrong with those guys?

I don0t think to get a girlfriend can be too dificult. A paper can give warm and love.

And the very sad fact here is that the population in Japan more and more old. Less childs in the nipon land.
(ID #65820) Posted on 2007/12/03 19:57
the7k in South Carolina, USA (Registered on 2007/09/27 07:03)
Student
I can understand the feelings of finding solace in 2D women, actually. Real women are a freaking hassle for some of us out there. I don't have the time, money, looks or charm that women look for, so I'm essential roughing a hurricane with a leaky boat and a broken paddle.

2D women, on the other hand, don't have ugly personalities. (At least not the ones I worship.) Besides, I've never met any woman who was even half as perfect as the 2D women I fascinate over. I'll wait for the perfectly cute and innocent girl to come along, then maybe I'll try this 'dating real women' thing again for kicks.
(ID #65869) Posted on 2007/12/04 04:00
D-tronics in Anchorage, Alaska (Registered on 2007/12/20 22:19)
Full-time slacker A.K.A College Student
I understand the reason for not going for 3D women. 'Real' women, depending on the girl are a hassle. You have to get the signals and play mind games, it's total crap. But in the end, once you get that 3D girl, it's something golden. So, both 2D and 3D has some great positive sides, but also there's some cons. I don't know...
(ID #67770) Posted on 2007/12/25 01:15
ANDRE :D in akihabara! (Registered on 2007/12/19 12:59)
rapist
well,i like 2 d more because they are cuter, and you can get much better poses, but 3d is good when your in the mood for a human (like if your gf just dumped you!):D that happened to me, i tured into a HUGE hentai perv so :D
(ID #68205) Posted on 2007/12/30 14:19
ANDRE :D in akihabara! (Registered on 2007/12/19 12:59)
rapist
and theres the emotional aspect of trying to get into real girl's pants XD i tryed didnt work, you have to be phykick tofigure out womens emotions, unlike 2d where they love you no matter how fat,ugly, anoying, or stupid you can be (guys who can get girls easy wont understand the 2d aspect)
(ID #68206) Posted on 2007/12/30 14:22
Ed Gomez in Perris, CA (Registered on 2007/03/02 04:15)
Art Production Manager, Computer/Graphic Design Tutor
Ditto to all the previous comments. There are positive and negative aspects to both. But if you watch too much...ahem...2D women, your expectations for 3D could be too high. I have not yet met a 3D woman with my 2D expectations. Well...I came close once, but that's another story.
(ID #70377) Posted on 2008/01/22 22:46
Animugen in United States (Registered on 2008/02/25 05:23)
Me I think that 2D and 3D has their Pros and Cons.With 3D girls you can talk to them,Have sex with them,they can comfort you whenever your sad,However the Cons she can just use you,Cheat on you,Not give you a chance just because of the way you look or what you like.2D Pros you don't have to lower your standards,Their your fantasy ,They'll never cheat on you,they never age,They never have to do #1 or #2 in the Bathroom,they can have wonderful faces bodies and personalities altogether,But the cons are you cannot talk to them,they cannot give you companionship,they can't comfort you.
Me personally think that human females are pathetic because all they care about is money,Muscles and such all that overrated crap.I choose 2D since I just love anime girls and I hope someday they'll make a Fu$kable anime love/sex doll with AI that you can marry.Oh that'd be a dream come true.  
(ID #73155) Posted on 2008/02/26 06:13
Patrick Barron in Michigan, United States of America (Registered on 2008/02/09 07:34)
Grocery Store Clerk
I can understand another guy's fustration when it comes to dating. Just trying to finds someone is tough. Guys and girls have always been different.

For those of us that are less then appealing in many atributes; there are times when I tend to prefer a 2-D girl. 
(ID #161506) Posted on 2008/03/26 04:37
Anza in in front of a computer screen (Registered on 2008/06/05 09:47)
optical quality assurance
Some of these comments make me weep. I'm a girl who loves and respct anime in a huge way. And I can say for sure that I know I like it a hell of a lot more than most guys I've ever met, even at anime cons. But to heard that guys would give up 3D girls for their 2D doodles; that's just... wow. I'm honestly amazed and saddened.

Like a lot of people had said there's pros and cons for both sides. But I don't think a 2D picture can cook you any meals or clean up your laundry. 2D girls can't hug you back or kiss you back. They're stationary flat creations of pen and ink. A 3D girl has warmth, talent, emotions, and cooking skills!

I'll vote 3D any day! Though I enjoy 2D girls and boys as much as the next person, maybe even more, there's nothing that can replace a relationship with a real living human. Life is about risk, lessons and adventures. And when people get afraid to do any of that it really has me worried about the future.

And advice to guys... I think your all looking in the wrong places or not looking enough. Look past your built oup standards (based on your animu characters) and see that there are tons of single anime-loving girls out there that are in your same position. My room mate is one of them; She thinks she'll never get a boyfriend because she loves anime so much :(


And addendum: The birth rate decline in Japan... I see it asa good thing. Now if only that would happen in America *laugh*
(ID #204852) Posted on 2008/06/05 09:57
persocomsan in Pueblo, CO (Registered on 2008/06/20 09:49)
2D and 3D can live in harmony together.  You just need an accepting partner.
(ID #224220) Posted on 2008/06/28 12:57
NaKAhi70 in 死神の世界 (Registered on 2008/04/06 13:56)
大学の学生 1st year
I like 2-D girls but...nothing beats the real thing so I have to say I'm 3-D
(ID #272223) Posted on 2008/08/21 10:39
agata in Romania (Registered on 2008/09/30 01:39)
Designer
Indisputably, 2D girls are the pure guy's fantasy... They could be really cute and incredibly sexy ... Nevertheless, real girls are the best.... Who's with me? 
(ID #367279) Posted on 2008/11/11 21:06
Emperor's Hand in Ohio, USA (Registered on 2007/12/25 02:03)
 More of this absurd talk of people actually preferring a 2d drawing to a real woman.  A 2d drawing can succeed by meeting visual expectations and incorporating all the little fetishes one may have, but it goes no further than that. This all points to insecurity problems and social fears, and has nothing to do with someone honestly answering the poll question. Are you telling me these folks REALLY don't want to have the experience of giving yourself to another? Of having someone to confide in, to treat you like a human being. How about eating dinner with each other, discussing all your similar interests and feelings. Is the prospect of failure, getting hurt, getting turned down so powerful that one will isolate themselves from living amongst humans to fulfill fantasy needs? I guess the answer is yes, and it speaks a lot about our society in general and how much pressure there is to fit in and succeed. Life wasn't always like this, and the ever advancing technology and world is making it even harder to cope with.

 I guess it doesn't help that many people think that most people of the opposite sex are distrustful and only looking to have sex and then betray them. Of course there are many people in real life who help further this stereotype, but there are also good kind-hearted people in the world in almost equal numbers.

  When you limit the boundaries of what reality and your world are, then you can expect this kind of reactionary behavior to an otherwise normal part of life. (relationships in any fashion)
 
(ID #410879) Posted on 2008/12/14 05:24
Hoshizora - DreamtheFuture in San Francisco and Shibuya! (Registered on 2009/01/12 03:10)
Future Pioneer and a Dreamer
both!
notchone in 2nd star from the right (Registered on 2009/04/09 03:27)
star-keeper
this is so sad. could possibly be an explaination for the ageing population.
(ID #564992) Posted on 2009/04/16 00:13
micky2be in Tokyo (Registered on 2008/12/13 11:28)
Web programmer
aaaah the 2D world, so peaceful
(ID #603116) Posted on 2009/05/13 08:11
nightmarejan in South Of Heaven (Registered on 2009/05/14 14:47)
Graphic Design student
thats a good thing though. teens not having promiscuous (<--i think its spelled wrong)sex is good, cause they are lees likely to get some sex-related disease. as for 3D girls...well, getting dumped hurts but oh well, life is not always fair. so many lose and so few win...but who cares. we all have our own POVs and even if one sticks to 2D forever, the world will still turn. 
(ID #626909) Posted on 2009/05/30 15:51
hikari2905 in currently at Tanjung Malim, Malaysia... (Registered on 2009/01/29 14:10)
teacher-to-be...hahaha
2D is so ronery. D:
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