“It won’t come off,” says a Japanese man of the skin colour of Yasuke. He’s trying to wash the man as a reward after a fight well won, and becomes baffled by his complexion. This supposedly happened to the real Yasuke, the famous African samurai who served under Oda Nobunaga in the 16th century. The […]
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Anime has long been a global phenomenon, captivating audiences with its diverse storytelling, vibrant animation, and deep cultural roots. However, for decades, Black characters and stories have been underrepresented or misrepresented in mainstream anime. Today, a new wave of Black anime is emerging, blending Afrocentric themes with the dynamic artistry of Japanese animation. This movement
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