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Anime, or Japanese animation, is becoming an increasingly popular style of entertainment, and for good reason. You can even find a growing library of anime titles on major streaming services like Netflix and Hulu. 

Blending together advanced animation, distinct artwork, and dynamic dialogue to tell a complete story, anime has been able to maintain a vast audience outside its origins in Japan and allowed aspects of Japanese culture to become better understood and appreciated. Of course, anime is fun to watch — but there's a lot more going on beneath the surface.

As a long-time anime viewer, I've received many anime-themed gifts over the years — some awesome and some less so. That's understandable, though, since shopping for anime-related gifts can be tricky if you're unfamiliar with the art form. But don't worry, we're here to help. As a big anime fan, I've rounded up some of the best gift ideas perfect for any anime-loving friends or family members on your list.

Here are 21 gifts anime fans will love:

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