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Definitely a worthwhile collection for anyone interested in otaku studies. The contributions on train otaku, Akihabara, and Comiket are particularly interesting, and sorely needed since most English-language scholarship remains focused (for obvious reasons) on American fandom and practices. For those more focused on those domestic otaku communities, Lawrence Eng's chapters on otaku ethics and the development of online resources should be useful resources.
A very insightful and enlightening collection of essays about Otaku culture, it's evolution and traits across various sub-segments and communities. It was a bit too academic and dense for my personal tastes, but that may be a personal preference thing. YMMV.From the history of Train Otaku, to the evolution of Akihabara, to covering communities ranging from 'undercover' Boys Love fandom to fiercely competitive Fighting Game fandom.. the book covers a wide range. Several of the concepts, for me an...