Articles from AnimeChicago
Weekly musings direct from our members.
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AnimeChicago’s 6th Anniversary!
For those who may not know, I’m Jamie, publisher and organizer of this very website. Six years ago, local anime clubs […]
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J. Toguri Mercantile on Belmont Closing
We’re sad to announce that Japanese marketplace, J. Toguri, will be closing its doors by February 2013. This large unassuming shop on […]
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Castles in the Sky: Ghibli at Doc Films
Doc Films is screening all of your favorite Ghibli films! Following suit from Siskel Film Center’s summer festival, Castles in […]
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Uniqlo in Chicago?
Anime and fashion aficionados are buzzing about Uniqlo’s expansion in the United States. This chain is known for affordable, high-tech […]
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AnimeWorld Chicago 2012: Recap
Going on the basis of one that loves anime, it was refreshing to be in the same hotel with other […]
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Castles in the Sky: Ghibli Summer Film Fest
This summer, The Gene Siskel Film Center will be screening all of your favorite Ghibli films! Visit siskelfilmcenter.org for showtimes […]
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Ghibli Collection Tour Coming to Chicago
Word is that GKIDS will be bringing a theatrical release tour of old favorites like Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Princess […]
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Convention Safety
After hearing reports about the man who brutally held his ex-girlfriend he met at a con captive for two months, […]
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Good Anime Stores in Chicago?
The short answer is “no.” You can view our directory of local retailers which may appeal to anime fans, but […]
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Help Out Japan
The earthquake, tsunami and nuclear crises that’s devastated northeastern Japan will be one of the costliest disasters in history. Still […]
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Chicago Haunts
Not many understand the skill and passion that goes into making a truly fantastic cosplay. Anime fans often pour their […]
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Dance Machines
Whether you’ve played a few rounds at a friends house or play regularly at an arcade, there’s nothing worse than […]
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The Future of Anime in Chicago
The rise of legit anime streaming online indicates a new type of viewer has arrived on the scene. One who […]
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Anime Central Primer
Whether you’re a seasoned con-goer or just a one-day attendee from last year, many of have already experienced the convention […]