Otaku Encyclopedia

Fri 2009/06/05 11:13 JST
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Ever wished that there was an encyclopedia in English with all things Otaku so that you can impress your GF or BF on your first date with your Otaku knowledge? Well you need to wish no more - Kodansha International brings us the Otaku Encyclopedia!

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Am honored to be featured under "C" ^^;

Choo,Danny: Born in 1972 in London. He moved to Tokyo in 1999 and his website (www.dannychoo.com) has become one of the most trusted English-language sources for up-to-date information on Japanese pop culture...

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The book also features a photo that I took of Shinozaki Ai a while ago.

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An interview with Shokotan.

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"D" starts of with these including Dakimakura. That one of Sonsaku looks quite nice.

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"Ecchi", "Enjokousai", "Eroge."

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They even got "Nice Boat" under "N."

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We got in Good Smile Company too!

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I was asked to go through the book a while ago and the first thing I tried to do was to think of Otaku words that they missed out ^^; Apart from "Good Smile Company", they managed to include all the words I could think of.

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Interview with Hazuki Ako who starred in the Tommy Lee Jones Boss CM below.

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Here they cover "Moe" which needs quite a bit to explain.

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Some lovely cosplay girls. Not all pages are in color though.

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Some more interviews.

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"O" snippet. Wota, Otagei, Otakki. A report on Otagei below.

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Snippet out of "S." Shoko-tan, Shokugan, Shokushu-kei. Shokushu = Tentacles.

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"T" snippet. Tsubo, Tsukkomi, Tsukuba-kei, Tsundere, Twin-tail.

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The reason why this book is filled with all Otaku related words under the rising sun is because its written by an expert on the subject - Patrick W. Galbraith is a journalist taking a Ph.D on the subject of "Otaku."
When hes not doing that, he transforms into Tokyo's resident Super Saiyajin. The photo below of him and I battling it out at the Akihabara Liberation Demo back in 2007. Lol at his comment:-

Thanks to Keiko my wife, for her support and bearing with me through it all. You're my best friend and the only flesh-and-blood girl I'll ever love.
And from the looks of things, many married folks registered on dannychoo.com also have one flesh-n-blood partner but a zillion 2D or plastic partners^^;

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A few words from me on the back of the book too.
The 252-ish page Otaku Encyclopedia is not out yet but available for pre-order:-
at Amazon.co.jp for 2,100 yen (out mid June)
at Amazon.com for 14 USD (out October).
at Amazon.co.uk for 12.95 pounds. They spelt Otaku as "Taku" ^^;
Amazon.co.jp do ship overseas though. There is a link somewhere to switch the UI into English to get you through the order pipeline (which my team built when I was at Amazon ^^;)

The reason its released so late in the US is because of logistics - takes ages to ship (by boat) to the US and get distributed.
I've heard that Kinokuniya in countries around Asia may get it around June though.

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And for those who want to get a load more of Ai-chan, you can see photos that I took of her back in December 2006 in the Ai Shinozaki photo article.
We got permission from her production studios to use her photo and they were most cool about it. Some Ai-chan in action below.

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And while we are at it, a few snaps of the most sweetsome Nendoroid Kagami in her Miku cosplay who starred in todays book review.
Caption that photo.

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Most sweet!

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Size comparison with Nanoha-chan.


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  • Ken Lee
    Ken Lee in Tokyo (Registered on 2008/05/21)
    Full-time student へへ
    http://www.kenleewrites.com

    will be checking it out at the next bookstore i visit. or just when i visit you next. ^^

    Fri 2009/06/05 10:57:49 JST (ID #634785)
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  • Lorfarius
    Lorfarius in UK (Registered on 2008/12/09)
    ICT Technician
    http://www.youtube.com/user/Lorfarius

    I can't see this on Amazon.co.uk I hope it comes out over here.

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:20:09 JST (ID #634794)
    reply to Lorfarius's comment
  • Hiten Ryu
    Hiten Ryu in San Diego, CA (Registered on 2008/12/17)

    Even though its release date is months away, PRE-ORDER IS A GO! Subtotal = $13.57! BEAUTIFUL DEAL!

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:23:43 JST (ID #634796)
    reply to Hiten Ryu's comment
    • Gabriel's Ghost
      Gabriel's Ghost in The City of Angels in California (Registered on 2009/05/16)
      Network Security Specialist

      Dude! GET. srsly.

      Fri 2009/06/05 19:11:38 JST (ID #635134)
      reply to Gabriel's Ghost's comment
  • chun
    chun in need to be in bed (Registered on 2007/01/09)
    part time illustrationist, doll clothing seamstress
    http://puppy52art.com/

    nyan!!!! ^O^ congrats on being featured! I like the mascot art of the book ^o^

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:24:26 JST (ID #634797)
    reply to chun's comment
  • Kincaid
    Kincaid in Sector 001 (Registered on 2009/03/27)
    Henshin Hero
    http://teambati.org

    nothing like talking about ones vast otaku knowledge on a first date...

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:24:55 JST (ID #634798)
    reply to Kincaid's comment
  • Terrorhunt
    Terrorhunt in the Fortress of Solitude. (Registered on 2008/11/15)
    Otaku-in-training
    http://www.flickr.com/people/terrorhunt/

    Need to find this NCP-Dia ASAP.


    Caption:
    "My, what a big eyes you have there."

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:25:23 JST (ID #634799)
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  • S1 Prod
    S1 Prod in Sydney, Australia (Registered on 2009/03/06)
    Student
    http://s1charade.wordpress.com/

    i'll be looking out for this book in stores ^^

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:25:57 JST (ID #634800)
    reply to S1 Prod's comment
  • 6pack
    6pack (Registered on 2008/03/20)
    browsing the nets
    http://otakuposts.blogspot.com/

    need to get one when its out - will make some interesting reading.

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:31:52 JST (ID #634802)
    reply to 6pack's comment
  • Sabekuji Kaneda
    Sabekuji Kaneda in Parañaque, Philippines (Registered on 2008/06/21)
    Mechanical Engineering student
    http://sabekujikaneda.multiply.com/

    My prayers have been answered!!! I must buy this book! LOL XD

    As for the poll, I don't even have a flesh-and-blood partner T_T

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:32:13 JST (ID #634803)
    reply to Sabekuji Kaneda's comment
    • Kodama
      Kodama in Ottawa, Canada (Registered on 2009/03/28)
      Laptop Tech

      Ditto here too.(poll) Just a pair of Neko Oujo-sama to order me about...

      This is the sort of thing that will show up at the local anime store eventually, so I'll prolly get it then.

      Sat 2009/06/06 02:47:15 JST (ID #635590)
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  • FatBastard
    FatBastard in over his head (Registered on 2007/11/04)
    Dirty Gentleman
    http://cantstanzya.wordpress.com/

    Caption: "O" is for oppai

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:33:44 JST (ID #634804)
    reply to FatBastard's comment
    • Danny Choo
      Danny Choo in Tokyo (Registered on 2006/12/11)
      CEO MIrai Inc
      http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/

      Darn! They should have used my photo for that entry!

      Fri 2009/06/05 11:37:09 JST (ID #634805)
      reply to Danny Choo's comment
      • lightningsabre
        lightningsabre in Vancouver (Registered on 2007/08/30)
        Pseudo-Graphic Designer, 触手 wrangler, H-Man
        http://lightningsabre.blogspot.com/

        Gonna use a photo of the Stormtrooper Oppai mousepad for that entry? ^_^

        Fri 2009/06/05 11:42:05 JST (ID #634811)
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        • lightningsabre
          lightningsabre in Vancouver (Registered on 2007/08/30)
          Pseudo-Graphic Designer, 触手 wrangler, H-Man
          http://lightningsabre.blogspot.com/

          Oh jeez, I wasn't paying attention... ignore this comment and the one above. Obviously I'm delirious at 2 AM...

          Fri 2009/06/05 12:02:46 JST (ID #634827)
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    • tenrou
      tenrou in Honolulu, HI (Registered on 2008/04/16)
      流浪人

      Beat me to it! ^o^

      Fri 2009/06/05 11:59:16 JST (ID #634823)
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  • lightningsabre
    lightningsabre in Vancouver (Registered on 2007/08/30)
    Pseudo-Graphic Designer, 触手 wrangler, H-Man
    http://lightningsabre.blogspot.com/

    Oooh cool book! Gratz on the "C" category ^_^ I wonder what it takes for me to get into the book? Under "L" or "H" or "O". XD

    Hmm... caption for the Kagamiku picture? Oppai milk comment is too obvious... so I must go with:
    Kagamiku - "Purple sweater indicates that it's grape juice!" -^///^-

    I haven't really claimed any 2D partners actually... It's because I don't feel confident enough to be anyone's partner yet, either 2D or 3D ^^;;;

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:40:32 JST (ID #634806)
    reply to lightningsabre's comment
    • Melo
      Melo in stitutionalized (Registered on 2008/04/14)

      "C" is for chin-chin. ORZ

      Sat 2009/06/06 06:30:13 JST (ID #635794)
      reply to Melo's comment
  • vincento_py
    vincento_py in Kawaguchi, Japan (Registered on 2008/06/16)
    Lover of Akiba!
    http://vincentosshrine.com/

    Wow! I made my pre-order!

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:41:07 JST (ID #634808)
    reply to vincento_py's comment
  • Lacking Creativity
    Lacking Creativity in BC, Canada (Registered on 2009/05/19)
    Student, Gunpla collector

    Looks like a good alternative to my normal nocturnal reading materials. the term "Moe" should be added to the next Oxford dictionary, as it is truly a very delicate concept. Densha and his otaku-dan tried to explain it to Hermes-tan, but i still don't get what they meant... :)

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:41:16 JST (ID #634809)
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  • Koshiko
    Koshiko in Sydney, Australia (Registered on 2007/08/03)
    website/graphic designer and karaoke amateur~
    http://www.furudango.com

    What about those of us who don't have a 'flesh-n-blood' partner? u_u~

    I like the book's mascot, cute~ Does she have a name? =o
    And many pages is the book? Might see if they have it at Kino here next time I go to the city.

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:43:51 JST (ID #634812)
    reply to Koshiko's comment
  • kona.kona
    kona.kona in Singapore (Registered on 2008/10/15)
    Student
    http://konadora.wordpress.com

    Wow, it's actually very well-written and highly detailed. I think I'll buy one ^^;

    Don't know if Singapore sells it though >_<"

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:45:14 JST (ID #634813)
    reply to kona.kona's comment
  • kyoshi-san
    kyoshi-san in Singapore (Registered on 2009/06/29)
    Student.

    haha..cant wait for it to come out....

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:47:33 JST (ID #634817)
    reply to kyoshi-san's comment
  • nutcase23
    nutcase23 in Singapore (Registered on 2008/09/10)
    Just your average anime fan and blogger...
    http://www.thebanzaieffect.com/

    WHERE CAN I BUY THIS?!?!?!?

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:55:55 JST (ID #634822)
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  • redmango
    redmango in Florida (Registered on 2008/08/08)
    houkouonchi
    http://www.flickr.com/photos/red_mango/

    I added it to my Amazon pre-order cart.

    Hmmmm, is the book the author's dissertation?

    Fri 2009/06/05 11:59:41 JST (ID #634824)
    reply to redmango's comment
  • tenrou
    tenrou in Honolulu, HI (Registered on 2008/04/16)
    流浪人

    Looking forward to October... ^^

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:00:10 JST (ID #634825)
    reply to tenrou's comment
  • level 99 procrastinator
    level 99 procrastinator in hawaii (Registered on 2009/06/03)
    photoshop junkie
    http://blossoming.livejournal.com

    I'm digging the format. [: Dunno if it's something I'll be whipping out on a date, but seems definitely like a fun read, lol.

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:04:42 JST (ID #634829)
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    • tenrou
      tenrou in Honolulu, HI (Registered on 2008/04/16)
      流浪人

      Really...and what would be something you'd be "whipping out" on a date? ^o^

      Fri 2009/06/05 12:12:58 JST (ID #634834)
      reply to tenrou's comment
      • level 99 procrastinator
        level 99 procrastinator in hawaii (Registered on 2009/06/03)
        photoshop junkie
        http://blossoming.livejournal.com

        I'd be whipping out... a whip. lmfao. /brick'd.

        Hmm... well, I definitely don't think I'd ever try to expend all of my knowledge of Japanese culture and the like on a date if I ever went on one, I mean, haha! That'd seem mighty awkward... to me, anyway! LET ME BLOW YOU AWAY WITH MUH JAPANESE SMRTS...

        Fri 2009/06/05 13:29:54 JST (ID #634866)
        reply to level 99 procrastinator's comment
  • Dcg
    Dcg in Berkeley, CA (Registered on 2007/12/17)
    College Student

    I'll be waiting for an otakupedia series a few years down the road.

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:09:20 JST (ID #634831)
    reply to Dcg's comment
  • yamada
    yamada in Belait District, Brunei Darussalam (Registered on 2009/02/04)
    studying comp studies, planning to look for part time job
    http://bruneian-otaku.blogspot.com

    nyaa~~ I wanna buy this book if it's here ^3^

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:10:20 JST (ID #634832)
    reply to yamada's comment
  • Tonee
    Tonee in Vietnam (Registered on 2009/04/15)
    Student, Anime artist
    http://www.tonee89.deviantart.com

    No "P" for pansu?

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:13:22 JST (ID #634836)
    reply to Tonee's comment
  • garturo62
    garturo62 in Arizona (Registered on 2008/12/23)
    none

    yeah cool ima get this.

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:14:42 JST (ID #634840)
    reply to garturo62's comment
  • James (studiosushi)
    James (studiosushi) in Paris (Registered on 2007/07/07)
    pixels & photography
    http://www.studiosushi.com

    OMG I WANT DIS BOOK. NAOW.

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:15:39 JST (ID #634841)
    reply to James (studiosushi)'s comment
  • Harts
    Harts in Estonia (Registered on 2008/06/02)
    Student

    I saw news about the Otaku Encyclopedia but didn't think much of it. But now when reading and watching your pictures it looks good and I am considering of buying it.

    Talking about good books about Japan, I recently read Schoolgirl Milky Crisis by Jonathan Clements and Arcade Mania! by Brian Ashcraft. Different books, but liked them both.

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:16:16 JST (ID #634842)
    reply to Harts's comment
  • HevnBoyz
    HevnBoyz in Brunei ブルナイ (Registered on 2009/02/23)
    Computer Systems Engineer
    http://hevnboyz.blogspot.com

    ahh something you wont get bored looking at ^^ a must order book!

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:24:05 JST (ID #634844)
    reply to HevnBoyz's comment
  • yunamon
    yunamon in a comfy chair above you influencing the FigNendo Wars... (Registered on 2009/03/31)
    Otaku Graphic Designer
    http://neoprolacus.spaces.live.com

    My... get... that... encyclo...

    Where can I order one?

    Is Stormtrooper one of the entry in the book? :3

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:43:35 JST (ID #634847)
    reply to yunamon's comment
  • otakunya
    otakunya in Republic of Georgia, Far From end of the world (Registered on 2009/05/31)
    Another Otaku Shoujo
    http://otakuhimesama.blogspot.com/

    OMG awsoome! i have already pre-ordered it :3 thanks danny for info!

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:43:48 JST (ID #634848)
    reply to otakunya's comment
  • First Paladin
    First Paladin in his harem (Registered on 2008/11/19)
    Pianist

    Is there an article in this encyclopedia on "zettai ryouiki"? I consider that to be essential knowledge for any otaku.

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:46:12 JST (ID #634850)
    reply to First Paladin's comment
    • Yuuichi-kun
      Yuuichi-kun in San Diego, CA (Registered on 2008/08/19)
      Avid figma collector
      http://yuuichikun.wordpress.com/

      Seconded. Zettai ryouiki is essential information to the budding otaku ;)

      Fri 2009/06/05 18:25:34 JST (ID #635095)
      reply to Yuuichi-kun's comment
      • butter
        butter in downstairs (Registered on 2009/04/04)
        Slacker

        絶対領域は絶対掲載だよね。。

        Tue 2009/06/09 06:42:21 JST (ID #638997)
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  • hikky
    hikky in Austria (NOT Australia!) (Registered on 2008/05/19)
    NEET
    http://austrianotaku.com/

    Info for European comrades: Seems like it will be available around mid August in Europe for 16€ at Amazon. (Link to the product page @ German/Austrian Amazonshop below: http://www.amazon.de/Otaku-Encyclopedia-Insiders-Guide-Subculture/dp/4770031017/ )

    I think I'll get one ~clicks order button~ OMG it happened!

    Lol @ Dannys pic inside. Looks like from a trooper recruting poster ^_^
    Describing moe seems to be a tough job.

    "Thanks to Keiko my wife, for her support and bearing with me through it all. You're my best friend and the only flesh-and-blood girl I'll ever love."
    Wow, what an awesome compliment.

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:48:29 JST (ID #634851)
    reply to hikky's comment
  • Kushieda
    Kushieda in Sydney, Australia (Registered on 2009/03/30)
    Student
    http://foxkey.blog126.fc2.com/

    This book, it's the otaku bible. Definate get from me, I have a couple of other things to pick up from Amazon anyway. Thanks for sharing or I would've probably never known.

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:52:58 JST (ID #634853)
    reply to Kushieda's comment
  • DeathSnake
    DeathSnake in Srilanka (Registered on 2009/01/26)
    university student

    HOLY YES!!!.......NEEDS BOOK NAO!!!

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:55:37 JST (ID #634855)
    reply to DeathSnake's comment
  • tibul
    tibul in UK (Registered on 2008/01/28)
    Network Technician
    http://www.myyaruki.com

    HELL YEAH!! this is a must buy :D

    Fri 2009/06/05 12:59:58 JST (ID #634856)
    reply to tibul's comment
  • Rin
    Rin in Toronto (Registered on 2008/01/04)
    Student Otaku (ITM Student) and ACG NA Staff
    http://koiaichaku.com/

    Will be ordering this encyclopedia now!!!!!!
    Now...time to wait for 5 months for it...

    Fri 2009/06/05 13:00:20 JST (ID #634858)
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  • ScorchNRoses
    ScorchNRoses in Singapore (Registered on 2009/03/20)
    High School Student
    http://scorchnroses.wordpress.com

    Hmmm, I think I'll get this book. Everything we should know is in there :3

    Fri 2009/06/05 13:08:50 JST (ID #634862)
    reply to ScorchNRoses's comment
  • Cavalock
    Cavalock in Singapore (Registered on 2008/02/23)
    Editor
    http://cavalock.blogspot.com/

    will get it during Kino sale.

    Fri 2009/06/05 13:18:29 JST (ID #634864)
    reply to Cavalock's comment
  • soonkiong
    soonkiong in Malaysia (Registered on 2007/08/22)
    2nd year Civil Engineering Student
    http://soonkiong.blogspot.com

    time to frequent kino for a lookout for this book. XD

    Fri 2009/06/05 13:28:14 JST (ID #634865)
    reply to soonkiong's comment
  • Johnyo
    Johnyo in England (Registered on 2009/03/16)
    Student
    http://johnyo.wordpress.com/

    Looks pretty good, i see a ton of words i've never heard of before.

    Might pre-order it soon.

    Fri 2009/06/05 13:32:37 JST (ID #634867)
    reply to Johnyo's comment
  • NPC
    NPC in Rocklin, CA (Registered on 2007/12/06)
    JR. College Student
    http://npc.talkingincircles.net/

    Wow that looks great, I wonder if they got all the Okatu gamer terms like "Nintendo blowjob", "Sony timer" (though that applies to all their products), and "Red ring of death".

    Or maybe "gamer terms" is sort of it's own book... now that I think of it.

    Fri 2009/06/05 13:35:04 JST (ID #634868)
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  • Akiba-Kid
    Akiba-Kid in California, USA (Registered on 2008/01/17)
    Online Shop
    http://wildarms.egloos.com

    Ooo, looks really interesting :) I should get a copy for myself and this encyclopedia can be good birthday gift for my friends~

    Fri 2009/06/05 13:37:16 JST (ID #634870)
    reply to Akiba-Kid's comment
  • Matteas
    Matteas in Prague, Czech Republic (Registered on 2008/10/25)
    High school student
    http://www.animeraku.com

    Oh! Otaku Encyclopedia, it sounds awesome, doesn't it? And it also looks awesome. The Otaku Bible, heh? Database of elementary knowledge and terminology, as well as distinguished people and companies included, make it a really outstanding source of information. And it's great that Danny has been included too.
    I will get this, I swear on the Otaku God.

    Fri 2009/06/05 13:43:18 JST (ID #634871)
    reply to Matteas's comment
  • kaen
    kaen in Brunei (Registered on 2009/04/16)
    Student

    I expected everyone to vote "Yes" for the poll haha. This encyclopedia is a definite must-get.

    Fri 2009/06/05 13:44:46 JST (ID #634872)
    reply to kaen's comment
    • butter
      butter in downstairs (Registered on 2009/04/04)
      Slacker

      Many of the no votes are people who *only* have a 2d or plastic partner. ^^: Wanna bet?

      Tue 2009/06/09 07:07:54 JST (ID #639023)
      reply to butter's comment
  • Ipan
    Ipan in Athens,Greece (Registered on 2009/06/05)
    University Student

    The copy that amazon.jp will sell will be in English as well right?

    Does anyone know if is ships at Europe?I can't wait till August XD

    Fri 2009/06/05 13:55:36 JST (ID #634876)
    reply to Ipan's comment
  • HamsterCorp
    HamsterCorp in Somewhere in Virginia (Registered on 2009/03/12)
    GIS Tech
    http://hamstercorp.blogspot.com

    "Flesh and blood partner"? What are those?!

    Also caption: "Wait a minute! You're not Konata, I can tell!"

    Hmm. Doesn't seem a very good caption.

    Fri 2009/06/05 13:57:03 JST (ID #634877)
    reply to HamsterCorp's comment
    • Danny Choo
      Danny Choo in Tokyo (Registered on 2006/12/11)
      CEO MIrai Inc
      http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/

      ^^;

      Fri 2009/06/05 15:33:52 JST (ID #634931)
      reply to Danny Choo's comment
      • Konaruki-kun
        Konaruki-kun in Philippines (Registered on 2009/06/30)
        Student

        He did give me a little good idea...

        Artwork commission at some anime convention...

        Konata + Moe = Konata wearing a maid costume...

        Thu 2009/07/02 03:00:40 JST (ID #663603)
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  • Kareem
    Kareem in Melbourne (Registered on 2009/01/15)
    Student

    Pretty cool book.

    Fri 2009/06/05 14:00:48 JST (ID #634881)
    reply to Kareem's comment
  • ZeroAquaduct
    ZeroAquaduct in Vancouver, BC (Registered on 2007/09/16)
    24/7 Otaku / 100% Haruhiist
    http://www.zeroaquaduct.com

    This is on my get list as well! (^_^)

    Fri 2009/06/05 14:05:29 JST (ID #634883)
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  • Takako
    Takako in Philippines (Registered on 2009/04/16)
    writer/blogger/gamer/otaku
    http://popgoespj.blogspot.com

    oh, do want. especially since you're in it.

    Fri 2009/06/05 14:06:33 JST (ID #634884)
    reply to Takako's comment
  • クリンソン ドリーム
    クリンソン ドリーム in マレーシア (Registered on 2008/02/26)
    Student Pilot
    http://sanctuarystation.wordpress.com/

    Will get myself a copy the next time I visit a bookstore. *writes a note to remind myself*

    Fri 2009/06/05 14:12:04 JST (ID #634885)
    reply to クリンソン ドリーム's comment
  • Matsu
    Matsu in Singapore (Registered on 2008/01/18)
    Popular Culture Vulture

    lol at Tommy Lee Jones - will look out for the book at Kino ..

    Fri 2009/06/05 14:35:07 JST (ID #634895)
    reply to Matsu's comment
  • aprilius20
    aprilius20 in Malaysia. Physically, at least. (Registered on 2008/10/26)
    Student, part-time Haruhi wannabe (that bit about godhood etc)
    http://www.aprilius20.com

    Whoa, you're in an encyclo!

    Fri 2009/06/05 14:36:16 JST (ID #634897)
    reply to aprilius20's comment
  • pipopaz
    pipopaz in US (Registered on 2008/08/26)
    thousand master II, Internet Learner, Auto didacta
    http://pipopaz.wordpress.com/

    This is the event of the year,must buy that book! I lol at Tommy Lee Jones commercial ^0^. Mmmm wonder where can i get a PhD in otaku when i move in japan...

    Fri 2009/06/05 14:37:34 JST (ID #634898)
    reply to pipopaz's comment
  • Double H
    Double H in Brunei Darussalam (Registered on 2009/03/18)
    Just a Passing-Through Otaku, Remember That
    http://hobbychaos.blogspot.com

    MUST-HAVE!! =3

    Fri 2009/06/05 15:07:40 JST (ID #634922)
    reply to Double H's comment
  • Laturi
    Laturi in Finland (Registered on 2008/09/14)
    http://www.luckystarshrine.com

    Pre-ordered*
    I can hardly wait^^

    Fri 2009/06/05 15:21:28 JST (ID #634927)
    reply to Laturi's comment
  • G-Unit
    G-Unit in Earth, Asia, Malaysia (Registered on 2007/12/25)
    Student
    http://johndiew0107.wordpress.com/

    would happy to own this encyclopedia.

    Fri 2009/06/05 15:22:12 JST (ID #634928)
    reply to G-Unit's comment
  • Deafmute42
    Deafmute42 in Illinois (Registered on 2008/12/05)
    Student

    This will make things much easier to explain to friends.

    Fri 2009/06/05 15:30:34 JST (ID #634930)
    reply to Deafmute42's comment
  • Motiko-chan
    Motiko-chan in Sweden (Registered on 2009/05/29)
    Student and free-time otaku ^^

    Haha, I've got to get a hold of this book! ^^

    Fri 2009/06/05 15:55:44 JST (ID #634937)
    reply to Motiko-chan's comment
  • Pandatronics
    Pandatronics in Toronto, Canada (Registered on 2009/04/02)
    Otaku, Gamer, Collector, Forum Moderator
    http://pandatr0nics.wordpress.com/

    I will have to purchase this book ^^
    It will definitely make trying to explain things easier...

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:02:57 JST (ID #634942)
    reply to Pandatronics's comment
  • andra
    andra in Singapore (Registered on 2007/11/06)
    中学生
    http://thezhukeeper.blogspot.com

    I must bring this to school! XD

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:03:28 JST (ID #634944)
    reply to andra's comment
  • gordon
    gordon in 新加坡 Singapore (Registered on 2007/06/11)
    銀河帝国五〇一軍团 TK/TD 8316 M.E.P.D. Police Sergeant
    http://gordonator.com/

    is Dolphin featured under D? ('~')

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:04:21 JST (ID #634945)
    reply to gordon's comment
    • Danny Choo
      Danny Choo in Tokyo (Registered on 2006/12/11)
      CEO MIrai Inc
      http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/

      Looks like they missed one ^^;

      Sat 2009/06/06 05:36:36 JST (ID #635729)
      reply to Danny Choo's comment
      • gordon
        gordon in 新加坡 Singapore (Registered on 2007/06/11)
        銀河帝国五〇一軍团 TK/TD 8316 M.E.P.D. Police Sergeant
        http://gordonator.com/

        better email the author to include it. ^^;

        Sat 2009/06/06 17:46:34 JST (ID #636394)
        reply to gordon's comment
        • butter
          butter in downstairs (Registered on 2009/04/04)
          Slacker

          It's probably under "I" for Iruka.

          Tue 2009/06/09 07:10:26 JST (ID #639026)
          reply to butter's comment
  • Eclair
    Eclair in singapore (Registered on 2008/09/19)
    No more NEET, enineering student now...g
    http://saiseki.blogsome.com/

    Phd under Otaku?! Me wants to study that full time ^o^/
    Really brilliant book that covers all of the stuff we have learnt in the online otaku community and also stuff we might not know. Hope it makes to Singapore Kinokuniya some time...

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:15:17 JST (ID #634951)
    reply to Eclair's comment
  • lolipedofin
    lolipedofin in Singapore -back at my stinky dump- (Registered on 2008/06/14)
    Mahasiswa yang terdampar di Singapura.
    http://lolipedofin.wordpress.com/

    Wow... will certainly look it up... Might buy this from Kinokuniya should they sell it at 'reasonable' price... If not, I might just import it from Amazon Japan at next opportunity..

    I wonder why it's printed at Japan though, It's an English language book, with a take on Japanese sub-culture... they could have printed it elsewhere... which would mean cheaper price... T.T

    And while in that subject, does English book sell well in Amazon japan??

    Caption: The boobies... they made me drunk... @__@

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:18:08 JST (ID #634954)
    reply to lolipedofin's comment
  • amar
    amar in Somewhere (Registered on 2008/08/25)
    Student

    Hmmm Must find that book.

    PhD for Otaku that's a job I want to get!

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:24:10 JST (ID #634960)
    reply to amar's comment
  • Monkee
    Monkee in Canada (Registered on 2007/02/08)
    Otaku / Student in Networking
    http://hayasaki-kun.blogspot.com/

    DO WANT!! XD This book is very useful XD

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:31:33 JST (ID #634972)
    reply to Monkee's comment
  • fz_zd
    fz_zd in Waiting at airport for flight to AFA09 (Registered on 2009/04/30)
    I work at the hangar beside the airport

    Kinokuniya around June..
    better go there regularly to check it out..
    morning musume number one..
    but my miyabi is number one tho..
    long live wotagei..
    i must get this book first..
    so i can show off to my friends..

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:37:49 JST (ID #634974)
    reply to fz_zd's comment
  • Whats-A-Coder?
    Whats-A-Coder? in Philippines (Registered on 2009/05/14)
    Programmer
    http://whatsacoder.blogspot.com

    WaaaahhhhH!!! you're with Ai Shinozaki!!!!!!!!!!! *ENVY!!!!* gRRRR... I wish I had a pic with her tooo.. anyway the book seems fun to read and with 14USD that's cheap...
    And wow! you're featured in the book too.. I wonder if I'll be featured in a book too... hmmmm There's nothing wrong in daydreaming.. hehehehehe

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:42:03 JST (ID #634980)
    reply to Whats-A-Coder?'s comment
  • Miri
    Miri in (。◕‿‿◕。) (Registered on 2009/01/30)
    Student
    http://miri.textcube.com/

    I'm gonna ask B&B if they can get some of those encyclopaedias.

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:42:03 JST (ID #634981)
    reply to Miri's comment
  • Quaestor
    Quaestor in Brazil (Registered on 2009/01/25)
    University Student
    http://twitter.com/shikinami

    Certainly going to buy one. This is a must get!

    And flesh-n-blood partner? What is it? =P

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:48:49 JST (ID #634987)
    reply to Quaestor's comment
  • anonymous_object
    anonymous_object in IN, USA (Registered on 2009/04/01)
    Sysadmin
    http://coolandspicy.net

    Heh, the book looks great. The explanations actually seem accurate and entertaining to boot. I might just pick it up when released here :)

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:53:50 JST (ID #634989)
    reply to anonymous_object's comment
  • Blowfish
    Blowfish in Close to Dyusseru,Karlsland (Registered on 2008/06/11)
    Physical Therapist
    http://www.flyingpussyfoot.com

    Sounds pretty interesting.
    Language changes all over the time and new terms will pop up but this looks like quite a good investment

    Fri 2009/06/05 16:58:35 JST (ID #634996)
    reply to Blowfish's comment
  • lerry[maru]
    lerry[maru] in Kuala Lumpur, MY (Registered on 2008/09/14)
    Nekophilia

    Oh wow.. I think this might be my first "encyclopedia". Too awesome for words. Kinokuniya in June? *pastes post-it on monitor*

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:00:19 JST (ID #634997)
    reply to lerry[maru]'s comment
    • lerry[maru]
      lerry[maru] in Kuala Lumpur, MY (Registered on 2008/09/14)
      Nekophilia

      Also, Kagamiku for the win! Love her expressions! My fav nendoroid so far :3

      Fri 2009/06/05 17:04:01 JST (ID #635005)
      reply to lerry[maru]'s comment
  • Riz
    Riz in インデアナポリス, インデアナ (Registered on 2009/01/02)
    三年せいとオタク

    If I ever come across this in a bookstore I'll be sure to buy it ^^/ Maybe you could give away one of these autographed by you in a give away?

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:03:06 JST (ID #635003)
    reply to Riz's comment
  • Wolfheinrich
    Wolfheinrich in USA (Registered on 2009/01/28)
    Mechanical Engineer/Traveling Kamen Rider/Dollfie Dream Hunter
    http://tcwenterprise.com/wordpress/

    Wow there is a book like that, may have to get it lol.

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:06:14 JST (ID #635008)
    reply to Wolfheinrich's comment
  • marvin
    marvin (Registered on 2006/12/24)
    http://www.marvinryan.com

    Caption: "Hi, Danny said I can be your new daughter, so can I have some milk?" ^^

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:10:10 JST (ID #635010)
    reply to marvin's comment
  • phossil
    phossil in Guatemala City (Registered on 2008/07/22)
    http://twitter.com/phossil
    http://www.animoe.net

    I hope the Spanish version to come available.
    Is Mirai under M articles?

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:14:27 JST (ID #635016)
    reply to phossil's comment
  • R-1
    R-1 in a happy place. (Registered on 2007/07/05)
    Overman
    http://myplasticmoustache.blogspot.com/

    Huh. Fancy that. But, I don't see too many otaku needing one.

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:27:26 JST (ID #635040)
    reply to R-1's comment
  • lolyukiuk
    lolyukiuk in UK (Registered on 2009/02/08)
    failing student
    http://ukyuki.blogspot.com/

    cool do want

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:29:42 JST (ID #635043)
    reply to lolyukiuk's comment
  • Maha chan
    Maha chan in Utrecht, The Netherlands (Registered on 2008/05/17)
    Graphic designer

    Congrats, that's pretty cool!

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:33:00 JST (ID #635048)
    reply to Maha chan's comment
  • Meimi132
    Meimi132 in Stuck in the void between the net life and real life. (Registered on 2007/12/03)
    Student, Otaku, She-Geek(Sheek lol)
    http://meimi132.wordpress.com/

    I want it! Naoooo! Tis like 'The Bro Code' a book I must not be without!!!

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:36:38 JST (ID #635051)
    reply to Meimi132's comment
  • Tiny Red Man
    Tiny Red Man in Tiny Red Dot, Singapore. (Registered on 2007/04/11)
    free lance otaku, full time Protector of Peace.

    definitely a buy for me. cant wait for it to be release.. wait.. october.. great b-day present for meself.. =D

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:41:11 JST (ID #635056)
    reply to Tiny Red Man's comment
  • pedropinilla
    pedropinilla in Los Angeles, Chile (Registered on 2008/09/29)
    Hobby fan

    I think that most of us (I mean Danny's usual users) don't need this otaku encyclopedia, but it would be great to get it ^^.

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:42:37 JST (ID #635057)
    reply to pedropinilla's comment
  • superchan
    superchan in Belgium (Registered on 2009/04/26)
    Shinigami
    http://superchan-oktaku.blogspot.com/

    i should buy this Encyclopedia instant of 1000 explanation on peoples why i am got obsession with this.

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:55:51 JST (ID #635062)
    reply to superchan's comment
  • raptor_cZn
    raptor_cZn in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Registered on 2007/12/12)
    Pre-U Student
    http://wakuwakusuru.zeroclipse.net

    I don't have a flesh and blood partner ^^;
    Haha.. This is on my get list. Needs to check the shipping rates and stuff from Amazon.

    Fri 2009/06/05 17:58:15 JST (ID #635063)
    reply to raptor_cZn's comment
  • Meowsa
    Meowsa in Tokyo, Japan (Registered on 2008/02/23)
    teacher

    It was only a matter of time before someone came out with this sort of book :) I may pick up a copy if I ever see one in bookstores around here.

    Fri 2009/06/05 18:02:56 JST (ID #635066)
    reply to Meowsa's comment
  • Chase
    Chase in England (Registered on 2009/04/25)
    Photographer
    http://www.flickr.com/photos/louislightning/

    Edited the information about the title, and sent a reference to them of wikipedias definition of otaku

    Fri 2009/06/05 18:06:28 JST (ID #635068)
    reply to Chase's comment
  • Samurai_Cat
    Samurai_Cat in New York (Registered on 2009/05/26)
    Slacker, Geek

    Looks pretty good! I'll definately have to keep an eye our for this.
    And grats Danny on making it into the 'pedia!

    Fri 2009/06/05 18:17:44 JST (ID #635085)
    reply to Samurai_Cat's comment
  • tintin-san
    tintin-san in シンガポオル Singapore (Registered on 2008/05/11)
    大学生

    haha which University is offering the Otaku course?

    Fri 2009/06/05 18:21:35 JST (ID #635092)
    reply to tintin-san's comment
    • butter
      butter in downstairs (Registered on 2009/04/04)
      Slacker

      He's researching it on his own, probably. (It's a PhD) I'd guess there's no course per se.
      Tokyo University.

      Tue 2009/06/09 06:54:48 JST (ID #639010)
      reply to butter's comment
  • Klen
    Klen in Mexico (Registered on 2009/05/01)
    IE
    http://otakujanai.org

    pre-ordered =)

    it would be great if they put kagamiku nendoroid as a gift in the purchase of the book xD

    Fri 2009/06/05 18:27:11 JST (ID #635097)
    reply to Klen's comment
  • Yuuichi-kun
    Yuuichi-kun in San Diego, CA (Registered on 2008/08/19)
    Avid figma collector
    http://yuuichikun.wordpress.com/

    I'll definitely be picking one of these up at some point when it is released! It's great to have this kind of knowledge when the intarwebz is not readily available, though it seems like the internet is everywhere nowadays >.>

    Caption: Onee-chan, kore wa suika desu ne?

    Fri 2009/06/05 18:29:09 JST (ID #635099)
    reply to Yuuichi-kun's comment
  • otaku-baka
    otaku-baka in london (Registered on 2009/06/04)
    Year 11 student/Otaku

    I'l probably get it when it later. GCSE's now T_T

    Fri 2009/06/05 18:31:31 JST (ID #635101)
    reply to otaku-baka's comment
  • YuKi-To
    YuKi-To in Singapore/Indonesia (Registered on 2008/09/23)
    Nyoro-n...
    http://www.flickr.com/photos/yuki-to/

    wow that's a nice book. Great work Patrick! :3

    Fri 2009/06/05 18:39:53 JST (ID #635105)
    reply to YuKi-To's comment
  • oCHAPPYo
    oCHAPPYo in Singapore (Registered on 2008/08/26)
    Student
    http://chappypyon.wordpress.com/

    WOW! Can i say that it's the coolest encyclopedia?

    Fri 2009/06/05 18:40:20 JST (ID #635106)
    reply to oCHAPPYo's comment
  • Alfisti
    Alfisti in Brisbane, Australia (Registered on 2008/01/08)
    Design Student
    http://wraith11.deviantart.com/

    It's... it's COMIC SANS! *does best "cowering Mio" impression*

    Interesting book and a cool idea though.

    Fri 2009/06/05 18:45:36 JST (ID #635112)
    reply to Alfisti's comment
    • litokid
      litokid in Toronto, Canada (Registered on 2007/11/25)
      university film student | ecchikid | the Archivist
      http://www.vimeo.com/longhim

      You're not the only one! >< *twitches* It's the only real complaint I have...

      "...an encyclopedia in English with all things Otaku so that you can impress your GF or BF on your first date..."

      Rather than impressing her, I think it'd more useful to give her the book so she can understand me. ^^;

      Sat 2009/06/06 06:43:20 JST (ID #635806)
      reply to litokid's comment
  • Usog
    Usog in Vancouver! (Registered on 2008/12/20)
    Student
    http://otakuinvancouver.wordpress.com/

    I really don't get who this is targeted for >.>" The Otakus who would buy it already know this stuff and every other group would avoid this like the plague. Guess it's just another Otaku-buy lol.

    Fri 2009/06/05 18:52:35 JST (ID #635119)
    reply to Usog's comment
    • butter
      butter in downstairs (Registered on 2009/04/04)
      Slacker

      My guess is 80% of the people who are going to buy this already know 80% of the stuff in there. ^^; Still worth it tho, imho...

      Tue 2009/06/09 06:57:20 JST (ID #639013)
      reply to butter's comment
  • importpunch
    importpunch (Registered on 2009/03/23)
    http://www.ricekiller.com

    If there is vehicular-related otaku then DO WANT!

    Fri 2009/06/05 18:58:27 JST (ID #635121)
    reply to importpunch's comment
  • Gabriel's Ghost
    Gabriel's Ghost in The City of Angels in California (Registered on 2009/05/16)
    Network Security Specialist

    GET! And Danny has to autograph it for me some time! Excellent!

    Fri 2009/06/05 19:10:49 JST (ID #635131)
    reply to Gabriel's Ghost's comment
  • Thai
    Thai in United States (Registered on 2009/03/14)
    Student

    I'm getting this for sure! I don't have a 2D partner either, should I?

    Fri 2009/06/05 19:20:47 JST (ID #635144)
    reply to Thai's comment
  • Arisato-Kun
    Arisato-Kun in United States (Registered on 2008/07/12)
    Otaku, Animation Major
    http://xlhaseolx.deviantart.com/

    Congrats on getting an entry Danny! This book just moved to the top of my get list. Now I can avoid awkward conversations when people ask me about these things and just show them the encyclopedia entry. A highly useful tool to educate the ignorant about the otaku lifestyle.

    Fri 2009/06/05 19:35:32 JST (ID #635164)
    reply to Arisato-Kun's comment
  • senken
    senken in Vancouver, Canada (Registered on 2009/03/26)
    IT Administrator

    Will check amazon when book release :)
    It's pretty complete! Even have "Nice Boat" in it!


    Fri 2009/06/05 19:38:57 JST (ID #635168)
    reply to senken's comment
  • Micchi
    Micchi in Toronto (Registered on 2008/09/18)
    Eroge blogger
    http://omochikaeri.wordpress.com/

    Nice, this looks up-to-date and has a lot of terms. Decent price too.

    Fri 2009/06/05 19:52:56 JST (ID #635187)
    reply to Micchi's comment
  • Masaru~
    Masaru~ in The Netherlands (Registered on 2009/05/19)
    IT Student

    DO WANT!
    grabbing one of these when they are available in europe xD

    Fri 2009/06/05 19:56:36 JST (ID #635190)
    reply to Masaru~'s comment
  • Beeg
    Beeg in Canada (Registered on 2008/11/25)
    Student
    http://www.beeg.deviantart.com

    Quite the impressive book! I may look for it when it comes out, would be fun to have.

    Fri 2009/06/05 20:05:42 JST (ID #635199)
    reply to Beeg's comment
  • RogueTrooper
    RogueTrooper in Berkshire UK (Registered on 2009/01/06)
    Dental Technician, i make teeth!
    http://antsizedman.blogspot.com/

    Cool includes the awesome Diacon IV animation.

    Fri 2009/06/05 20:08:21 JST (ID #635202)
    reply to RogueTrooper's comment
  • kyouray
    kyouray in France (Registered on 2008/05/07)
    Student / otaku
    http://kyouray.free.fr/akenaideyo

    Grunt amazon.com doesn't take paypal.

    Fri 2009/06/05 20:21:10 JST (ID #635215)
    reply to kyouray's comment
  • The Envoy
    The Envoy in Lands From Afar (Registered on 2009/05/27)
    Ambassador
    http://througheyesfromafar.blogspot.com/

    +10. This will serve to rake in more otaku converts :P

    13 quid for such a book seems a reasonable price.

    Fri 2009/06/05 20:26:04 JST (ID #635222)
    reply to The Envoy's comment
  • sikibuton
    sikibuton in japan (Registered on 2009/02/26)
    student
    http://sikibuton.blogspot.com/

    it's so cute book.
    I want...

    Fri 2009/06/05 20:31:03 JST (ID #635230)
    reply to sikibuton's comment
  • chibinezumi
    chibinezumi in a kitchen under a cabinet (Registered on 2009/04/06)
    level 1 cook, shifty eyed and fuzzy
    http://www.flickr.com/photos/chibinezumi/

    definite must get so excited looks like a laugh and educational, Win!

    caption: puni! puni!

    Fri 2009/06/05 20:47:00 JST (ID #635253)
    reply to chibinezumi's comment
  • WiseFreeman
    WiseFreeman in DC Cloning Laboratory (Registered on 2007/11/07)
    Dance Trooper: DCX-001 O.D.E. (Order of the Dancing Empire)
    http://dannychoo.com.my

    WOW! There is Ph.D on the subject of "Otaku"?!

    I will call Kinokuniya & reserved my copy first thing tomorrow morning, 252+pages at such a very affordable price, can't claim myself as an otaku without this ultimate otaku encyclopedia.

    Fri 2009/06/05 20:51:25 JST (ID #635257)
    reply to WiseFreeman's comment
    • WiseFreeman
      WiseFreeman in DC Cloning Laboratory (Registered on 2007/11/07)
      Dance Trooper: DCX-001 O.D.E. (Order of the Dancing Empire)
      http://dannychoo.com.my

      went to Kinokuniya today & check for when the "Otaku Encyclopedia" will be in stock. Look like we in Malaysia gonna wait till September..........

      Sat 2009/06/06 15:25:36 JST (ID #636287)
      reply to WiseFreeman's comment
  • Hidden Oasis
    Hidden Oasis in California, United Sates (Registered on 2008/10/28)
    College Freshmen

    LOL at the Tommy Lee Jones commercial. He looks extremely loss.

    Fri 2009/06/05 20:56:59 JST (ID #635264)
    reply to Hidden Oasis's comment
  • JanaffStache
    JanaffStache in Kansas USA (Registered on 2009/04/21)
    Student

    Looks like a pretty cool book!
    I will consider it!

    Fri 2009/06/05 21:10:32 JST (ID #635284)
    reply to JanaffStache's comment
  • Shockerz
    Shockerz in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Registered on 2008/10/12)
    Student
    http://shockerz.wordpress.com/

    I'm going to get a copy of this one! For an encyclopedia specially for otaku it really worth it with just 14 USD.

    Fri 2009/06/05 21:11:44 JST (ID #635286)
    reply to Shockerz's comment
  • SG
    SG in 英国 (Registered on 2006/12/28)
    Art/Media
    http://sgallen.wordpress.com/

    Woah, Ph.D on Otaku, and actaully made a book!?
    wow, Congrats to the man!

    The book sounds interesting, it'll be a laugh to read to my mates or something lol

    Fri 2009/06/05 21:15:24 JST (ID #635288)
    reply to SG's comment
  • Daemonworks
    Daemonworks in Vancouver, Canada (Registered on 2009/03/07)
    University Student - Japanaese Language & Culture
    http://daemonworks.deviantart.com

    I learned two things from this article.
    1: There's another encyclopedia of anime/otaku stuff out. This is at least the 2nd or 3rd one.
    2: Somebody other than me is aiming for a PHD in otaku studies.

    Fri 2009/06/05 21:16:17 JST (ID #635292)
    reply to Daemonworks's comment
  • shalala
    shalala in london (Registered on 2009/01/29)
    For 8 weeks im a NEET

    I hope its out in the Uk. Btw Danny you have officially became a star. You can't get any cooler then being in a encyclopedia and being on T.v

    Fri 2009/06/05 21:24:37 JST (ID #635305)
    reply to shalala's comment
  • Firo
    Firo in Lithuania (Registered on 2009/03/29)
    PDF File
    http://www.last.fm/user/Kirikami

    Haha, so~ educational + looks like a good b-day/whatever present. :D (damn, out only in Oct. >_<")

    ... Hmmmm, I'd like to check the descriptions (+ images) of "shimapan" and "zettai ryōiki." (´∀`)

    Fri 2009/06/05 21:29:01 JST (ID #635311)
    reply to Firo's comment
  • Cutkillavince
    Cutkillavince in Kr, Nl, Fr (Registered on 2008/01/18)
    MI Manager, Blogger and Newswriter
    http://cutkillavince.com/

    Excellent, I will order one ^^

    Fri 2009/06/05 21:45:29 JST (ID #635327)
    reply to Cutkillavince's comment
  • Destinii Haruya
    Destinii Haruya in Achfary. Heard of it? Thought not... (Registered on 2008/10/12)
    Schoolkid
    http://did-someone-say-anime.blogspot.com

    Want! Do want! Next giveaway prize pl0x?

    Fri 2009/06/05 21:51:14 JST (ID #635332)
    reply to Destinii Haruya's comment
  • Miette-chan
    Miette-chan in Near Boston! (Registered on 2008/01/24)
    Student, Software Engineer in the Making!!!
    http://miettechan.wordpress.com/

    I'm buying this just to take a look at the entry for moe. So hard to describe in words for me.

    Fri 2009/06/05 22:21:40 JST (ID #635352)
    reply to Miette-chan's comment
  • Jenarwen
    Jenarwen in Vancouver (Registered on 2008/03/06)
    Art Student/Freelancer
    http://jenarwen.deviant.art.com

    Awesome. Congrats Danny next thing you know you'll show up in a dictionary.

    Fri 2009/06/05 22:43:13 JST (ID #635365)
    reply to Jenarwen's comment
  • kirbybowl
    kirbybowl in Toronto (Registered on 2008/05/29)
    Software Developer
    http://www.reallycuteasians.net

    Go Choo, Danny!!!!! ^^ Internet is not enough, time to invade books!

    Fri 2009/06/05 22:43:29 JST (ID #635366)
    reply to kirbybowl's comment
  • silentkey
    silentkey in Singapore (Registered on 2008/01/24)
    Student, Uncle & hopfully a good husband..

    Amazing book...maybe i should get it...

    Fri 2009/06/05 22:55:54 JST (ID #635374)
    reply to silentkey's comment
  • junq man
    junq man in former superpower (Registered on 2007/08/17)
    working to pay for figures etc.
    http://spacejunq.deviantart.com/

    PRE-ORDERED.

    Fri 2009/06/05 23:02:59 JST (ID #635385)
    reply to junq man's comment
  • rodimus1138
    rodimus1138 in Otherland (Registered on 2009/05/16)
    Gamer
    http://www.youtube.com/user/Rodimus1138

    Ok I want one. ^^

    Fri 2009/06/05 23:04:28 JST (ID #635388)
    reply to rodimus1138's comment
  • junq man
    junq man in former superpower (Registered on 2007/08/17)
    working to pay for figures etc.
    http://spacejunq.deviantart.com/

    PRE-ORDERED from Amazon.co.uk, they estimate 1 September as the delivery date. Worth waiting.

    Fri 2009/06/05 23:10:41 JST (ID #635395)
    reply to junq man's comment
  • Kanmuri
    Kanmuri in Japan (Registered on 2009/05/09)
    Student
    http://tasunke.otakugeeksquad.org/blog/

    Wow, that looks like an awesome encyclopedia. Will have to pick that up sometime. n.n

    Fri 2009/06/05 23:34:40 JST (ID #635424)
    reply to Kanmuri's comment
  • moe2kyun
    moe2kyun in moeworld (Registered on 2009/06/05)
    still working with my unfinished blog
    http://moemoekyun.wordpress.com/
    Fri 2009/06/05 23:38:22 JST (ID #635430)
    reply to moe2kyun's comment
  • Kei-o
    Kei-o in London (Registered on 2009/06/05)
    http://www.flickr.com/photos/97336592@N00/

    I can't wait for this.

    So much that I decided not to wait til the October release and pre-ordered it from Amazon.co.jp.

    Fri 2009/06/05 23:39:58 JST (ID #635432)
    reply to Kei-o's comment
  • Pippo
    Pippo in Italy (Registered on 2007/07/03)
    Universitary Student

    i'm definitely gonna get this one, hope i will find it here :)

    Sat 2009/06/06 00:35:44 JST (ID #635473)
    reply to Pippo's comment
  • Vaane
    Vaane in UK (Registered on 2009/05/24)
    Student

    Just pre-ordered mine, hope it's released in the UK by Sept. Thanks for the reccomendation, it looks ace!

    Sat 2009/06/06 00:36:57 JST (ID #635474)
    reply to Vaane's comment
  • Flip
    Flip in Houston, Tx (Registered on 2009/03/27)
    Student

    holy shit thats all kinds of awesome

    Sat 2009/06/06 00:44:09 JST (ID #635484)
    reply to Flip's comment
  • lene
    lene in San Diego, CA (Registered on 2008/07/29)
    Student, Freelance Artist
    http://rhythmemotion.net

    Definitely wanting to add this to my collection of books; and that's a first, considering that I haven't bought books in a good while!

    Sat 2009/06/06 00:48:42 JST (ID #635491)
    reply to lene's comment
  • oniichan!
    oniichan! in ROC NY (Registered on 2008/06/20)
    Engineering and Sales

    I will be getting this and placing it on my desk at work, so when I start to go off in crazy foreign speak, my coworkers will finally understand and believe what I am saying :)

    Sat 2009/06/06 00:57:05 JST (ID #635502)
    reply to oniichan!'s comment
  • Syaoran
    Syaoran in Io, Jupiter (Registered on 2009/01/31)
    Otaku, US Army, Student (Political Science)
    http://figure.tsuki-board.net/profile/Syaoran

    Think I'll buy 10 copies and pass it around as Christmas gifts along with Kagamiku Nendo (or Mirai figma if she is out by December!)

    Sat 2009/06/06 01:09:23 JST (ID #635515)
    reply to Syaoran's comment
  • Haseo
    Haseo in USA (Registered on 2007/12/04)

    This looks like it will be an interesting read... will get my hands on it when it comes out.

    Sat 2009/06/06 01:21:39 JST (ID #635530)
    reply to Haseo's comment
  • chrishimself
    chrishimself in Germany (Registered on 2009/03/30)
    Filmmaker/Blogger/Sales Agent
    http://www.runffm.com

    this is a cool book =) will see if I can get my hands on it aswell already have a few of those otaku / cool japan guide books now lets see how that one compares to the other ones ^^

    Sat 2009/06/06 01:46:29 JST (ID #635549)
    reply to chrishimself's comment
  • darklyss
    darklyss in Sydney, Australia (Registered on 2009/03/08)
    "jack of all trades" (master of none)
    http://japanweloveyou.blogspot.com

    AH! WANT! LOL - You're the first person I've ever known who can actually say they're in the dictionary! (Apart from Homer Simpson, who's under 'lucky') LOL - remember that episode?

    Sat 2009/06/06 02:26:19 JST (ID #635579)
    reply to darklyss's comment
  • Mirage
    Mirage in New York, US (Registered on 2008/12/27)
    Young Grasshopper
    http://miragestrike.blogspot.com

    Consider it bought! ^^

    @Caption picture:
    Kagamiku: Kagamine twins?

    Sat 2009/06/06 02:58:46 JST (ID #635599)
    reply to Mirage's comment
  • aznrevlazn
    aznrevlazn in NJ (Registered on 2009/01/28)
    Paintball Technician
    http://www.myspace.com/sarsinajar

    omfg i want this book!

    Sat 2009/06/06 03:03:06 JST (ID #635604)
    reply to aznrevlazn's comment
  • silent1134
    silent1134 in Los Angeles, California (Registered on 2007/08/22)
    ???Confused???

    I hope they will sell this in my local book store...this is going to be my otaku bible...

    Sat 2009/06/06 03:32:16 JST (ID #635627)
    reply to silent1134's comment
  • RyūPersona
    RyūPersona in Las Vegas, Velvet Room (Registered on 2008/06/27)
    Graphic Arts Student

    This is a must get. There in no excuse for me or any other person here not to have that book. ^^

    Sat 2009/06/06 03:39:16 JST (ID #635634)
    reply to RyūPersona's comment
  • Jez
    Jez in Mississauga Ontario (Registered on 2008/04/11)
    Student/ Anime Club Leader at St. Joseph Secondary
    http://haruhiist.blogspot.com/

    another thing i will only read after manga books and subtitles on anime.

    agreed with silent1134: the otaku bible.

    Sat 2009/06/06 03:51:22 JST (ID #635647)
    reply to Jez's comment
  • FMPhoenixHawk
    FMPhoenixHawk in Michigan, USA (Registered on 2008/01/20)
    Scientist, unemployed.
    http://fmphoenixhawk.livejournal.com

    Placed on wishlist at Amazon. Will be getting this as soon as I get some money. And nice snag in the book, Danny. How does it feel to be in a dictionary? Next up, Websters!

    Sat 2009/06/06 04:17:17 JST (ID #635671)
    reply to FMPhoenixHawk's comment
  • Robostrike
    Robostrike in Waterloo, Ontario (Registered on 2008/01/02)
    System Design Engineering (UWaterloo)
    http://robostrike.wordpress.com

    Avalon and Sky Crawlers ^_^ Such awesome films by Production IG. Must get book to impress friends ^_^

    Sat 2009/06/06 04:38:06 JST (ID #635682)
    reply to Robostrike's comment
  • superchan
    superchan in Belgium (Registered on 2009/04/26)
    Shinigami
    http://superchan-oktaku.blogspot.com/

    preorder add amazone

    is not that expensive with 32% discount

    http://www.amazon.com/Otaku-Encyclopedia-Insiders-Guide-Subculture/dp/4770031017

    Sat 2009/06/06 05:07:58 JST (ID #635709)
    reply to superchan's comment
  • Zuzu
    Zuzu in Escondido, CA (Registered on 2009/04/27)
    Student/Busboy/Otaku
    http://moosebro.wordpress.com/

    Next paycheck this is going to be pre-ordered for sure! ^_^

    I can just imagine someone on a date constantly pulling this out under the table or when they "suddenly" have to go to the bathroom to find things to sound knowledgeable about. XD Course, it would only really be effective if the other person was an Otaku as well. >.>

    Sat 2009/06/06 05:13:59 JST (ID #635712)
    reply to Zuzu's comment
  • LesterHo
    LesterHo in Tokyo, Japan (Registered on 2008/11/16)
    Student
    http://www.lesterho.com

    Nice one. Will be checking out that magazine when it's available in some local stores here. ^^;;

    I own some figures but less due to the lack of lurking MOAR in Akiba these days. ^^;;

    Sat 2009/06/06 06:00:14 JST (ID #635754)
    reply to LesterHo's comment
  • GenshikenServo
    GenshikenServo in EPCOT, Florida (Registered on 2009/03/01)
    Theme Park Otaku
    http://servoism.blogspot.com/

    Looks great! Must get. Not only does it look informative, even helpful and entertaining, to Otaku, it also seems like a great gift idea for people who don't get anything "Otaku". Quite a thing to cover such a wide demographic!

    Sat 2009/06/06 06:08:37 JST (ID #635767)
    reply to GenshikenServo's comment
  • punynari
    punynari in Yokosuka, Japan (Registered on 2008/09/20)
    US Navy Sailor
    http://punynari.wordpress.com/

    I've seen that Dragon Ball Z cosplayer twice in Akihabara (Radio Kaikan both times). Was curious to know what his story was.

    Wonder if Yukkuri is listed in this encyclopedia. I looked that up online just the other day because I was curious about all the stuffed Reimu and Marisa heads being sold with the phrase "Take it easy", "stay a while", or "make yourself at home".

    Sat 2009/06/06 06:13:45 JST (ID #635771)
    reply to punynari's comment
  • Radamanthys
    Radamanthys in Toronto, Canada (Registered on 2008/12/05)

    I will sooo buy it!

    Sat 2009/06/06 06:21:33 JST (ID #635780)
    reply to Radamanthys's comment
  • Keigami
    Keigami in Alaska (the Snowy Hell) (Registered on 2008/12/06)
    Student of Computer Info. & Office Sys.

    Eh looks like I'm familiar with nearly everything in that book- doesn't seem like it's worth the get.
    My bf has put up with my otakuing for almost 6 years now XD

    Sat 2009/06/06 06:23:08 JST (ID #635784)
    reply to Keigami's comment
  • necrophadian
    necrophadian in a transitionary phase of existence (Registered on 2007/04/22)
    -1
    http://necrophadian.blogspot.com/

    Whoa. Daicon IV and its opening animation made it in the book. I think every otaku should know about this.

    Sat 2009/06/06 06:41:53 JST (ID #635800)
    reply to necrophadian's comment
    • butter
      butter in downstairs (Registered on 2009/04/04)
      Slacker

      I don't see how he could have left out Daicon IV... For one thing he has to include Densha Otoko, Nihon SF Taikai and Gainax (he did, right?) and he's going to have to mention Daicon IV there...

      Tue 2009/06/09 07:15:50 JST (ID #639029)
      reply to butter's comment
  • Coco the Bean
    Coco the Bean in Northern California (Registered on 2008/01/06)
    Pokemon master
    http://thecococafe.wordpress.com/

    Wow, this can be useful! :D

    Sat 2009/06/06 07:14:40 JST (ID #635841)
    reply to Coco the Bean's comment
  • StuperRicco
    StuperRicco in Montreal, Canuck-ville (aka Canada) (Registered on 2008/07/01)
    buffer

    Nice to see Danny get two mentions in this book. Hopefully I'll buy it when it hits the anime shop I frequent... (or at a anime convention)

    Sat 2009/06/06 07:59:06 JST (ID #635873)
    reply to StuperRicco's comment
  • duffman
    duffman in the Urban Jungle that is Manila(PH)~ (Registered on 2007/10/30)
    Daigakusei [Consular and Diplomatic Affairs]
    http://dixinfernal.wordpress.com

    me want one!

    Sat 2009/06/06 08:10:27 JST (ID #635879)
    reply to duffman's comment
  • memoriesoffaddict
    memoriesoffaddict in CA (Registered on 2008/10/30)
    University Student

    I can't answer the poll since I don't have a flesh and blood partner. Maybe a 2D only partner choice will be nice, oh well.

    Will be looking forward to the book, I don't mind waiting october to get it though, I'm not in much rush to get books if its coming out in the US too.

    Sat 2009/06/06 08:18:48 JST (ID #635888)
    reply to memoriesoffaddict's comment
  • Laevetein
    Laevetein in Philippines (Registered on 2009/01/07)
    iCafe Manager

    Hope our local bookstore stocks up on that book.

    Sat 2009/06/06 08:30:58 JST (ID #635896)
    reply to Laevetein's comment
  • leben001
    leben001 in Paris , France (Registered on 2009/05/27)
    administration

    I'll go to Opéra 'quarter this after, hope found it in Paris japan's books store.

    Sat 2009/06/06 08:35:38 JST (ID #635899)
    reply to leben001's comment
  • KoVash
    KoVash in Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America (Registered on 2009/01/01)
    Student (Programing, Streaming, Gaming)

    I must have one!!!

    Sat 2009/06/06 08:45:23 JST (ID #635905)
    reply to KoVash's comment
  • cheesecake
    cheesecake in San Diego, CA (Registered on 2008/09/02)
    こうこうせい
    http://stickymochi.blogspot.com

    Definitely needed. :)

    Sat 2009/06/06 08:46:25 JST (ID #635908)
    reply to cheesecake's comment
  • JakeTheFake
    JakeTheFake in Polutionated Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia (Registered on 2009/01/02)
    SOS Brigade Leader

    Hopefully it will in Malaysia as Kinukuniya is common around Kuala Lumpur .

    I can't literally e called an Otaku without that book .

    Sat 2009/06/06 08:59:00 JST (ID #635931)
    reply to JakeTheFake's comment
  • Pawlee
    Pawlee in New York, New York (Registered on 2009/04/01)
    Student trying to get BS in Comp Sci

    where can i get the book?

    Sat 2009/06/06 09:21:01 JST (ID #635962)
    reply to Pawlee's comment
  • knaackattack
    knaackattack in USA (Registered on 2008/04/22)
    College Student

    I can't wait to get this!!!

    Sat 2009/06/06 09:23:21 JST (ID #635966)
    reply to knaackattack's comment
  • Requiem
    Requiem in Mars (Registered on 2007/11/07)
    Web developer

    > Ever wished that there was an encyclopedia in English with all things Otaku
    What a non Otaku thing to say.

    Now I don't know why anyone would buy a book about stuff you can find freely over the internet, -way faster than going to the bookstore- Maybe people over 40, but then I'm not sure I want people over 40 reading about this subject.

    Some what I get the impression this book would be bought mostly by otaku wanting some sort of public acceptation, as in, this books says I'm real, or so.

    It's still a nice book to take a look at.

    Sat 2009/06/06 10:24:15 JST (ID #636011)
    reply to Requiem's comment
  • RogueTrooper
    RogueTrooper in Berkshire UK (Registered on 2009/01/06)
    Dental Technician, i make teeth!
    http://antsizedman.blogspot.com/

    I got the internet, have not bought a book like this or magazine for years.

    Sat 2009/06/06 10:32:46 JST (ID #636017)
    reply to RogueTrooper's comment
  • rayyeow
    rayyeow in Malaysia (Registered on 2009/02/26)
    Otaku, Student in Biotechnology, Digital Media Research
    http://rayyeow.wordpress.com/

    I'm really looking forward to see this book around. Will try my best to collect money and buy one. Well, at least it's a good collection.

    Sat 2009/06/06 14:07:05 JST (ID #636190)
    reply to rayyeow's comment
  • sati navi
    sati navi in england (Registered on 2009/04/20)
    anime + games collector

    will be buying this very soon.

    Sat 2009/06/06 14:19:25 JST (ID #636210)
    reply to sati navi's comment
  • Quen
    Quen in ニューヨーク (Registered on 2008/08/13)
    http://www.sankakucomplex.com/

    I'm almost tempted, it looks like such a fun book. ^^

    Sat 2009/06/06 14:35:22 JST (ID #636221)
    reply to Quen's comment
  • WeFlySpitfires
    WeFlySpitfires in Edinburgh, Scotland (Registered on 2009/05/14)
    Web Developer
    http://blog.weflyspitfires.com

    Awesome photos. Very... asset heavy.

    Sat 2009/06/06 15:05:20 JST (ID #636262)
    reply to WeFlySpitfires's comment
  • Hamu-Sumo
    Hamu-Sumo in Germany (Registered on 2008/10/12)
    Student in Internet-based Systems

    Definitely looks like a must have. Thanks Danny for the presentation!

    Sat 2009/06/06 15:15:29 JST (ID #636275)
    reply to Hamu-Sumo's comment
  • Quazacolt
    Quazacolt in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Registered on 2008/10/27)
    IT tech support
    http://www.quazacolt.com

    gotta get a copy for myself from kino :P

    Sat 2009/06/06 15:21:57 JST (ID #636283)
    reply to Quazacolt's comment
  • Suzume
    Suzume in Denmark (Registered on 2009/04/29)
    Student

    That looks good, I might buy it. It'll boost my knowledge and my self-esteem, y'know, knowing that I know most of those terms ^^

    Sat 2009/06/06 15:46:53 JST (ID #636302)
    reply to Suzume's comment
  • G2
    G2 in Singapura (Registered on 2008/04/20)
    Passerby
    http://jitokun.wordpress.com/

    Seems like 'E' will be my favourite letter.

    Sat 2009/06/06 15:57:41 JST (ID #636316)
    reply to G2's comment
  • bob-san
    bob-san in Madison WI (Registered on 2007/02/22)
    Administrative Assistant
    http://bob-san.animeblogger.net

    Well, crap. I went to school for the wrong thing...:)

    But this book will defnitely be added to my list of must haves come October.

    Sat 2009/06/06 16:03:01 JST (ID #636318)
    reply to bob-san's comment
  • desangel
    desangel in Malaysia (Registered on 2008/03/30)
    Student
    http://www.desangel.blogspot.com

    Such a cool book....hope they're gonna sell it in my region ^.^

    By the way , i'm very interested on what they learn on Ph.D for Otaku ^.^

    Sat 2009/06/06 16:21:52 JST (ID #636340)
    reply to desangel's comment
  • ShinnStargazer
    ShinnStargazer in MALAYSIA (Registered on 2007/08/22)
    Gundam Meister

    Interesting reading material! ^_^

    Caption : "Puni puni...puni puni"

    Sat 2009/06/06 18:37:53 JST (ID #636440)
    reply to ShinnStargazer's comment
  • Patches
    Patches in Ohio, USA (Registered on 2008/10/20)
    Upcoming College Student and Otaku
    http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/Patches418?ref=profile

    I will be definately be getting this when it comes out on amazon.

    Sat 2009/06/06 19:41:48 JST (ID #636484)
    reply to Patches's comment
  • Optimus Skiver
    Optimus Skiver in my pants, unless I'm not. >.> ;; (Registered on 2008/07/17)
    Close-protection officer/Martial artist

    I do not have a doll for cuddling... <.< Yet... It would be a joint decision for sure though, if I did. I mean, she really wants to play dolly dress up. :P (as do I... <.<)

    Sat 2009/06/06 20:08:39 JST (ID #636510)
    reply to Optimus Skiver's comment
  • greenbillblue
    greenbillblue in Texas, USA (Registered on 2009/06/01)

    This is my first time running into Nice Boat. Luckily Danny posted a pic large enough to just make out the words to the article. I had a good laugh finding some videos related to the subject. Looks like this is a great compendium of knowledge that I will need to check out.

    Sat 2009/06/06 20:12:21 JST (ID #636515)
    reply to greenbillblue's comment
  • Kinny Riddle
    Kinny Riddle (Registered on 2008/03/19)

    Wow, this is awesome. They even got Nice Boat and even an entry for Danny in it.

    Will definitely consider buying this.

    Sat 2009/06/06 20:44:01 JST (ID #636531)
    reply to Kinny Riddle's comment
  • Zell_ff8
    Zell_ff8 in Argentina (Registered on 2008/12/28)
    Student, Musician, PHP
    http://www.tojikomori.com.ar

    Nice boat!!
    lol

    Sat 2009/06/06 21:59:16 JST (ID #636584)
    reply to Zell_ff8's comment
  • helpmeplz
    helpmeplz in London (Registered on 2009/05/12)
    student
    http://www.nintendokid.wordpress.com

    I+WNT

    Sat 2009/06/06 23:49:56 JST (ID #636656)
    reply to helpmeplz's comment
  • Argyle
    Argyle in Toronto, Canada (Registered on 2008/12/23)
    Otaku Programmer/Gamer/Artist/Photographer
    http://argylebolivar.wordpress.com

    LOL EPPIC!!! I W-W-W-WANNA BUY IT!!!!

    Sun 2009/06/07 00:53:37 JST (ID #636705)
    reply to Argyle's comment
  • Kross
    Kross in Rooftop with Kotonoha... (Registered on 2008/09/04)
    Techinical Programming
    http://aquarianage.freeforums.org

    Full of the otaku stuff, this book is so amazing

    Sun 2009/06/07 01:35:07 JST (ID #636730)
    reply to Kross's comment
  • spidr245
    spidr245 in Everywhere, Anywhere, and sometimes There too (Registered on 2008/08/25)
    Ninja / Engineer / Sensei / 魔法少女 (What!?! I can't be, I'm a guy...)

    Ok, this one I will buy. My wallet can forgive me for this one since it's a book. ^^;

    Sun 2009/06/07 02:06:21 JST (ID #636747)
    reply to spidr245's comment
  • Hatchuu-san
    Hatchuu-san in Canberra, Australia (Registered on 2009/03/22)
    Mangaka, Otaku, Gamer, Figure collector and full time fangirl
    http://animeamphitere.deviantart.com/

    OH SWEET. I need that book!

    Sun 2009/06/07 07:16:24 JST (ID #636967)
    reply to Hatchuu-san's comment
  • RaitoSaito
    RaitoSaito in Not America (Registered on 2009/02/16)
    SNSD Lover
    http://realtaku.wordpress.com/

    For some reason this seems like a toilet read. You pick it up read it a bit, than put it down, than pick it up again.

    Sun 2009/06/07 07:27:33 JST (ID #636973)
    reply to RaitoSaito's comment
  • SurfPenguin
    SurfPenguin in flyover country (Registered on 2008/08/10)
    researcher, historian, gunslinger

    I _SO_ utterly need a copy of this book, as it'll go with the rest of the books in the 'odd dictionary' section of my library...

    Sun 2009/06/07 07:27:35 JST (ID #636974)
    reply to SurfPenguin's comment
  • coffeebugg
    coffeebugg in coherently lucid (Registered on 2008/05/22)
    Otari Vader, Sith Lord for Hire, will fillet Makoto Itou for free
    http://coffeebugg.blogspot.com/

    I need this book.. Time to drop by Page one and or HMV.

    Sun 2009/06/07 09:06:05 JST (ID #637035)
    reply to coffeebugg's comment
  • scum2k1
    scum2k1 in Irvine, CA (Registered on 2008/05/10)
    Professionally Unemployed

    A book of everything I already know...in for 3!

    Sun 2009/06/07 09:20:48 JST (ID #637056)
    reply to scum2k1's comment
  • yusa_yuuchi
    yusa_yuuchi in Belgium (Registered on 2009/05/20)
    Otaku Student
    http://www.kuji-an.com/

    my god .. i must get a copy ASAP ! thanks for the heads up danny :)

    Sun 2009/06/07 17:18:53 JST (ID #637438)
    reply to yusa_yuuchi's comment
  • brassica
    brassica in Paris, France (Registered on 2009/05/11)
    IT
    http://www.twitter.com/brassica_
    Mon 2009/06/08 01:49:43 JST (ID #637534)
    reply to brassica's comment
  • Shisohikari
    Shisohikari in USA (Registered on 2009/02/22)
    Student

    Awesome book and it seems very informative on my my Wish list ^__^

    Mon 2009/06/08 02:45:18 JST (ID #637589)
    reply to Shisohikari's comment
  • Asashikka
    Asashikka in California, USA (Registered on 2008/09/11)
    Student
    http://kariavalon.deviantart.com

    Nice book~! I'm not sure if I'll be able to get this book at my current financial situation, but this is a great achievement and resource!

    Mon 2009/06/08 04:21:09 JST (ID #637698)
    reply to Asashikka's comment
  • Ryagas
    Ryagas in Diamond Bar, California, USA, Earth (Registered on 2009/04/17)
    Tech Support,Gamer, Student, Anime fan
    http://sharp-eyed.org

    I totally just placed my first Amazon.co.jp order for this. I must have!

    Mon 2009/06/08 04:59:01 JST (ID #637736)
    reply to Ryagas's comment
  • xcswmboy
    xcswmboy in SAN DIEGO, CA (Registered on 2009/06/01)
    UCSD Pre-Pharm Undergraduate

    very informative book for non-otakus i guess. could be useful for non-otaku GFs.

    Mon 2009/06/08 06:28:45 JST (ID #637829)
    reply to xcswmboy's comment
  • Barsona
    Barsona in Bay Area, California (Registered on 2007/08/03)
    NEET (no, student, AND employed min. wage)
    http://otterhangar.blogspot.com/

    Mr. Tommy Lee Johnson, I approve of your message!
    that seriously redeemed my lame day!

    Mon 2009/06/08 07:02:07 JST (ID #637860)
    reply to Barsona's comment
  • Tomio
    Tomio in the next room looking in (Registered on 2009/05/18)
    Manga Artist, Designer & Consultant
    http://www.tomiotsuji.com

    Caption - 'It wobbles' (o-o);;

    Mon 2009/06/08 09:04:38 JST (ID #637975)
    reply to Tomio's comment
  • Cyberchaos
    Cyberchaos in Australia, Sydney (Registered on 2008/02/17)
    NEET part-time - Technical Support Officer - Network security engineer
    http://burugureibi.blogspot.com/

    will buy

    Mon 2009/06/08 11:43:58 JST (ID #638109)
    reply to Cyberchaos's comment
  • Dante-X
    Dante-X in surabaya,indonesia (Registered on 2007/08/09)
    demon hunter
    http://www.j-fan.com

    must have that book!!!!

    Mon 2009/06/08 13:04:26 JST (ID #638170)
    reply to Dante-X's comment
  • azn-n3ss-__-
    azn-n3ss-__- in Brisbane (Registered on 2008/07/28)
    大学生
    http://justaskeikaku.net23.net

    lol I wonder if P for Pedobear Approves is in there

    Mon 2009/06/08 13:43:46 JST (ID #638200)
    reply to azn-n3ss-__-'s comment
  • radical anime fan
    radical anime fan in Singapore, Furnace City, Cinderblock Outskirts. (Registered on 2007/01/25)
    Polytechnic Junior, Bronze Lifesaving Trainee, Mech Designer In-training.
    http://thehangerbay.wordpress.com/

    I definitely need that book LOL.

    Mon 2009/06/08 14:39:31 JST (ID #638253)
    reply to radical anime fan's comment
  • MrHernandez
    MrHernandez in Peru (Registered on 2009/06/05)
    Technical Support
    http://www.renzohernandez.com

    great !!!
    search now in bookstore.


    Mon 2009/06/08 20:11:56 JST (ID #638519)
    reply to MrHernandez's comment
  • butter
    butter in downstairs (Registered on 2009/04/04)
    Slacker

    What? The 2channel and Nico Nico Douga articles fit in one page? ^^; I still want it tho...

    Tue 2009/06/09 06:27:57 JST (ID #638992)
    reply to butter's comment
  • butter
    butter in downstairs (Registered on 2009/04/04)
    Slacker

    ... What? Did he leave out "Nida" or did he just write one entry for Ascii Art including Mona and Nida?

    <`∀´> Why didn't I get an entry under "N" nida?


    Tue 2009/06/09 07:22:44 JST (ID #639036)
    reply to butter's comment
  • prettypoison
    prettypoison in Seattle, WA (Registered on 2009/03/16)
    graphic designer, dog groomer
    http://www.kilmerhansen.com

    Can't wait to get it! Thanks for the extensive article.

    Tue 2009/06/09 09:04:07 JST (ID #639123)
    reply to prettypoison's comment
  • Gradius
    Gradius in Brasil (Registered on 2008/07/07)
    IT Expert / System, Network, Security Administrator
    http://www.digitalanime.com.br

    Interesting, I might buy when it comes out.

    Tue 2009/06/09 09:39:22 JST (ID #639150)
    reply to Gradius's comment
  • DontRun
    DontRun in USA (Registered on 2009/04/30)
    student, otaku, fast food worker

    This would prolly be the only encyclopedia I'd ever read cover to cover.

    Wed 2009/06/10 06:33:31 JST (ID #640071)
    reply to DontRun's comment
  • The Winged One
    The Winged One in Denver, CO (Registered on 2009/05/14)
    Drafts Person...looking for work.

    That book looks rather fun and informitive. I will be preordering it soon!

    I can always use it to quize my anime club members on the finer points of otakudom!

    Wed 2009/06/10 06:36:54 JST (ID #640073)
    reply to The Winged One's comment
  • persocomsan
    persocomsan in Pueblo, CO (Registered on 2008/06/20)
    http://animaticfigmation.com/

    Any chance they'll sell this at Barnes & Noble in the states? I'd much prefer just going and picking it up at the store than buying it online. I'm married and have tons of 2D/plastic companions XD

    Wed 2009/06/10 08:05:24 JST (ID #640137)
    reply to persocomsan's comment
  • haibane
    haibane in Texas (Registered on 2008/11/06)
    Radiographer

    Awseome

    Thu 2009/06/11 01:36:04 JST (ID #640882)
    reply to haibane's comment
  • rikaga
    rikaga in kamina city (Registered on 2009/03/15)
    a mangaka that never sent any script to the publisher

    extraordinary....

    Thu 2009/06/11 06:39:30 JST (ID #641214)
    reply to rikaga's comment
  • Ninomiya
    Ninomiya in Japan (Registered on 2009/08/15)
    Adult

    I dono where to find it ..HAiz..

    Thu 2009/06/11 08:59:14 JST (ID #641341)
    reply to Ninomiya's comment
  • buffalostyle
    buffalostyle in Colorado, USA (Registered on 2008/08/26)
    http://buffsotakuworld.blogspot.com/

    Oh, yeah...gotta have that one...

    Thu 2009/06/11 10:00:57 JST (ID #641387)
    reply to buffalostyle's comment
  • taki desu! (>3
    taki desu! (>3 in 209, ccccaaaaallllleeee44444nnnnyyyyaaaa (Registered on 2008/03/03)
    腐女子
    http://www.myspace.com/hyperactiveotakuaddict

    BRILLIANT (*o*); i want it
    and yes nice boat is grand

    Thu 2009/06/11 23:32:27 JST (ID #642099)
    reply to taki desu! (>3's comment
  • RoboSheila
    RoboSheila in Las Vegas, United States (Registered on 2009/04/12)
    Senior Web Developer
    http://www.mochidigital.com

    Going to go and see if the bookstores here have it... Some how doubt it so maybe I'll just have to wait for next month for Comic-Con and my trip to LA to see if I can get my hands on this. >^..^<

    Fri 2009/06/12 06:47:05 JST (ID #642396)
    reply to RoboSheila's comment
  • Bloodsin
    Bloodsin in Sheffield, UK (Registered on 2009/04/22)
    Student - Japanese Studies
    http://www.genkitim.com

    This is going to be a nice treat for August! xD

    Fri 2009/06/12 13:19:59 JST (ID #642574)
    reply to Bloodsin's comment
  • warrior
    warrior in Italy (Registered on 2009/06/09)

    Awesome enciclopedia, and awesome work from Patrick W. Galbraith for his research.
    I don't have anything else to say except:
    I WANT THIS BOOK!

    xD

    Fri 2009/06/12 17:17:40 JST (ID #642705)
    reply to warrior's comment
  • Cool J
    Cool J in U.S.A. (Registered on 2007/10/27)
    C.E. Student

    Would love to check this out.

    Sat 2009/06/13 05:03:53 JST (ID #643235)
    reply to Cool J's comment
  • geniemaster
    geniemaster (Registered on 2009/05/11)

    wow this might come in handy

    Sat 2009/06/13 05:15:06 JST (ID #643244)
    reply to geniemaster's comment
  • Freedom_Elf
    Freedom_Elf in Canada (Registered on 2008/02/18)
    Student

    awesome, this looks to be quite legit and not some american fail book from a person who's never even been to japan

    Sun 2009/06/14 05:09:55 JST (ID #644051)
    reply to Freedom_Elf's comment
  • Dark Eri
    Dark Eri (Registered on 2009/06/14)
    Universitary Student, Gundam veteran pilot :)

    OMG I want this book ;), This is a perfect item for all the otakus in the world!! ;)

    Sun 2009/06/14 07:47:32 JST (ID #644174)
    reply to Dark Eri's comment
  • codePhantom
    codePhantom in St. Lucia, W.I. (Registered on 2009/04/16)
    Student

    This is a definite buy.

    Sun 2009/06/14 16:39:41 JST (ID #644604)
    reply to codePhantom's comment
  • -Kurisu-
    -Kurisu- in Vancouver, BC (Registered on 2008/06/12)
    CEO of iKurisu.com
    http://www.ikurisu.com

    book get

    Tue 2009/06/16 03:35:45 JST (ID #646438)
    reply to -Kurisu-'s comment
  • rezzaeffendi
    rezzaeffendi in Malaysia (Registered on 2009/06/18)
    Student~ NIght-surfer~ Sleeper~ otaku-to-be~
    http://rezzaeffendi.blogspot.com

    huh~ figures~ but, where can i get that otaku-pedia in malaysia??

    Fri 2009/06/19 18:24:32 JST (ID #650501)
    reply to rezzaeffendi's comment
  • Tokaivader
    Tokaivader in Jakarta, Indonesia (ジャカルタ、インドネシア) (Registered on 2008/09/13)
    College Freshmen, Otaku, Gamer, etc

    Must get one... hope they'll sell it in Kinokuniya

    Sun 2009/06/21 18:43:13 JST (ID #652410)
    reply to Tokaivader's comment
  • GreenVirus
    GreenVirus in C:Windows (Registered on 2009/01/21)
    Student / Wannabe Artist
    http://tsundereworks.wordpress.com

    I need this book. I just have to see what's in it...

    Is Hatsune Miku in it? What about Eroge and the definition of Hentai? The Moe article seems like a very interesting read.

    Maybe it'll be in Anime Expo...

    Tue 2009/06/23 03:09:59 JST (ID #653652)
    reply to GreenVirus's comment
  • FutureCosplayMaster
    FutureCosplayMaster in Connecticut (Registered on 2009/05/18)
    Student

    THIS IS THE MOST A<AZING THING EVER! OTAKU ENCYCLOPEDIAand Tommy Lee Jones! SO LUCKY AND ENVUIOUS AT THE SAME TIME! KAWAII MEIDO!

    Fri 2009/06/26 07:34:37 JST (ID #657485)
    reply to FutureCosplayMaster's comment
  • FutureCosplayMaster
    FutureCosplayMaster in Connecticut (Registered on 2009/05/18)
    Student

    THIS IS THE MOST AMAZING THING EVER! OTAKU ENCYCLOPEDIAand Tommy Lee Jones! SO LUCKY AND ENVUIOUS AT THE SAME TIME! KAWAII MEIDO!

    Fri 2009/06/26 07:35:06 JST (ID #657486)
    reply to FutureCosplayMaster's comment
  • Emperor
    Emperor in London, UK (Registered on 2008/02/24)
    Custom Arcadestick builder
    http://twitter.com/dryrice

    ill pick up my copy soon i need to get my info on this geekyness.

    Fri 2009/06/26 19:01:58 JST (ID #658061)
    reply to Emperor's comment
  • h8GWB
    h8GWB in Safely on Penny's Boat (Registered on 2008/06/18)
    Wannabe Jack-of-all-trades
    http://h8gwb.deviantart.com

    "impress your GF or BF on your first date with your Otaku knowledge?"
    LOL. First date.

    The perfect companion when the obsessive-compulsive mind has reached its storage limit.

    Interestingly, I still haven't learned or even come across the Japanese term for bed sheets, rather than body pillows covers. Which is important to me, as bed sheets are cheaper...for something that might wear out quickly...

    Sat 2009/06/27 08:38:26 JST (ID #658602)
    reply to h8GWB's comment
  • kran117
    kran117 in Hong Kong (Registered on 2009/06/30)
    Fandubbing Teenager & Amateur Otaku
    http://polymused.0fees.net/blog/

    Awww... I hope it gets to bookstores here in Hong Kong ;_;
    I'd love to buy it~~<33

    AND LOL
    "the only flesh-and-blood girl I'll ever love."

    so true.. so true... :

    Tue 2009/06/30 12:17:14 JST (ID #661711)
    reply to kran117's comment
  • Konaruki-kun
    Konaruki-kun in Philippines (Registered on 2009/06/30)
    Student

    There's also another site to get an early copy of the Otaku Encyclopedia:

    http://www.himeyashop.com/product_info.php/products_id/12952 (a price comes for getting it earlier...)

    Tue 2009/06/30 19:45:27 JST (ID #662116)
    reply to Konaruki-kun's comment
  • Nabila
    Nabila in Indonesia (Registered on 2008/08/14)
    High School Student
    http://4kura.wordpress.com

    OMG MUST HAVE this encyclopedia! Danny would you like to give ISBN code of this encylopedia?

    Wed 2009/07/01 18:15:48 JST (ID #663201)
    reply to Nabila's comment
    • Konaruki-kun
      Konaruki-kun in Philippines (Registered on 2009/06/30)
      Student

      # ISBN-10: 4770031017
      # ISBN-13: 978-4770031013

      Wed 2009/07/01 20:07:59 JST (ID #663289)
      reply to Konaruki-kun's comment
  • Mage_Shinji_89
    Mage_Shinji_89 in Wherever I may roam (for almost 20 years now, Serbia) (Registered on 2009/07/06)
    Student of English Language and Literature, part-time Otaku and WoW player...

    OMG that encyclopedia is so amazing!!! ^^

    Mon 2009/07/06 03:54:05 JST (ID #667938)
    reply to Mage_Shinji_89's comment
  • Konaruki-kun
    Konaruki-kun in Philippines (Registered on 2009/06/30)
    Student

    I kinda talked about it as well on Anime Expo 2009 at the Anime/Manga Academia XD

    Tue 2009/07/07 02:47:04 JST (ID #668912)
    reply to Konaruki-kun's comment
  • Creeps & EMO
    Creeps & EMO in THE INTERNET (Registered on 2009/06/29)
    Master Storyteller

    I aswell need to buy one.

    Mon 2009/07/13 21:55:26 JST (ID #675589)
    reply to Creeps & EMO's comment
  • windstar
    windstar in Austria (Registered on 2009/07/16)
    Student

    Now, I have to get one! xD

    Thu 2009/07/16 02:08:31 JST (ID #677517)
    reply to windstar's comment
  • Lurn2Fluff
    Lurn2Fluff in California, USA (Registered on 2009/07/28)
    Full time Student.
    http://www.twitter.com/lurn2fluff

    >< I want it.

    Why wallet??! WHY????!

    Thu 2009/07/30 04:51:26 JST (ID #689625)
    reply to Lurn2Fluff's comment
  • whiterabbit
    whiterabbit in Tokyo, Japan (Registered on 2009/05/03)
    Publisher and reseller of products for Japanese language learners
    http://www.whiterabbitpress.com

    I hate to sound spammy, but if you are outside Japan and don't wanna wait until October for this book to be released, we are shipping it worldwide from Tokyo:
    http://www.whiterabbitpress.com/product.php?productid=16705

    It's really a beautifully designed book. Patrick W. Galbraith, the author of this book, is also the narrator of our upcoming audio guided tour of Akihabara as part of our TOKYO REALTIME series.

    Thu 2009/07/30 18:20:28 JST (ID #690208)
    reply to whiterabbit's comment
  • tristanf
    tristanf in Australia (Registered on 2009/08/16)
    Teacher
    http://www.tristanforsyth.com

    I so want this book!!
    Hopefully I can find it on my trip to Japan in October otherwise, its an Amazon oreder for me!
    Maybe I should get it earlier and hope I run into Danny in Tokyo (in armour of course) and get him to sign it???

    Opinions??

    Tue 2009/08/18 12:29:00 JST (ID #703786)
    reply to tristanf's comment
  • theo
    theo (Registered on 2009/09/02)

    already ordered, hopefully it arrives today :) cant wait :)

    Wed 2009/09/02 19:47:24 JST (ID #711045)
    reply to theo's comment
  • skitz
    skitz in San Francisco/ Hawaii (Registered on 2009/01/13)
    Animator
    http://pandaxtor.blogspot.com

    I read the first two pages of the book and i was already interested but after seeing this I want it even more. :D

    Fri 2009/09/11 10:17:36 JST (ID #715514)
    reply to skitz's comment
  • Kenpol
    Kenpol in here. (Registered on 2008/01/17)
    NEET,no namecards.

    got mine not too long ago,47 sing dollars X:

    Sat 2009/09/12 22:30:42 JST (ID #716508)
    reply to Kenpol's comment
  • zer0ne
    zer0ne in CCK, Singapore (Registered on 2009/01/17)
    Otaku ^^

    Got mine about two months back at Kinokuniya Singapore (Bugis Branch). =)

    d@@b

    Sun 2009/09/13 21:58:52 JST (ID #716993)
    reply to zer0ne's comment
  • hot4jpwomen
    hot4jpwomen in london (Registered on 2009/10/11)
    student and lover
    http://www.littlebigworkshop.com/en-us/Me

    candy girl or sexdolls should be in c or s lol serious though i want one

    Mon 2009/10/12 03:41:42 JST (ID #729397)
    reply to hot4jpwomen's comment
  • Kobato
    Kobato in Singapore (Registered on 2009/10/16)
    Student
    http://bcotaku.blogspot.com

    i saw it awhile ago and bought it.. it costs 3 times as much as a tankobon.. Pocket bleeds since i'm still a secondary schooler.. but it's worth it ^^ It's really interesting!

    Fri 2009/10/16 22:06:24 JST (ID #731410)
    reply to Kobato's comment
  • Hachiroku
    Hachiroku in Finland (Registered on 2007/12/27)
    New media student

    I saw this book in the bookstore a few weeks ago and bought it immediately. It's a nice book! I like how it's so up-to-date. Most other books like this are already getting old and missing a lot of important things.

    Thu 2009/10/22 18:02:19 JST (ID #733333)
    reply to Hachiroku's comment
  • Smooth Operata
    Smooth Operata in Wisconsin, USA (Registered on 2009/10/28)
    Don't call me Shirley

    Definitely keep an eye out for this.

    Tue 2009/11/03 05:39:22 JST (ID #737117)
    reply to Smooth Operata's comment
  • anfauz
    anfauz in Tangerang in Indonesia (Registered on 2009/10/11)
    CG Artist, Student
    http://ffcrystalesia.com/

    i have pre ordered this, i must waited for 1 month, until i can get it in my hand, the estimate price is 21$, with shipping to indonesia, maybe you can count with a finger, who`s buy this book in indonesia country, hahaha...

    Mon 2009/11/09 19:46:57 JST (ID #739198)
    reply to anfauz's comment
  • JP Angeles
    JP Angeles in Pasig City, Philippines (Registered on 2009/10/20)
    Student
    http://12circles.tumblr.com

    where can i buy that book? i'm in the philippines.

    Thu 2009/11/12 11:51:18 JST (ID #740337)
    reply to JP Angeles's comment

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