Otaku (おたく / オタク?) is a Japanese term used to refer to people with obsessive interests, particularly anime, manga or video games. In modern Japanese slang, the term otaku is most often equivalent to "geek" However, it can relate to a fan of any particular theme, topic, hobby or any form of entertainment. Whether you are a stereotypical nerd/geek or not, this is a place to gather together to watch/read/discuss our favorite manga, anime, games. All are welcome in all areas. Meet fellow enthusiast …

Welcome to the The New York City Anime Meetup Group. The best place in the New York City area where Anime, Manga, Cosplay and Video Game fans hang out and talk about the latest Imports and Convetions. Eat some Sushi and sing some Karaoke. Our usual meeting place is the Skylight Diner, but there will be other activities and meeting so there is something for everyone. We encourage you to post ideas for events or meeting places, Anime, Manga, Comics news and any other cool info to our Message Boa …

For otaku's by otaku'sDescriptionWelcome to Otaku-Haven, lets get started shall we? O-ta-ku / ō’täko͞o : [Noun]: Japanese term used to refer to people with obsessive interests, particularly anime, manga, or video games. Ha•ven / ˈhāvən: [Noun]: A place of refuge or sanctuary We are a not-for-profit group organization composed of people ranging from experts in the fields of science, business, music and art; to college students studying within their own respective fields; to high school student …

Meet fellow Anime Fans near you! Come to a local Anime Meetup for fun, friends and talk about your favorite Anime/Manga artists, shows and games. Share your own art and fiction! Whatever interests you about Anime and Manga is welcome here.

Few other cities boast the diverse array of ethnic enclaves and confluence of global cultures that New Yorkers routinely enjoy. And the representation of Japanese culture in New York City is no exception. From the cliché ubiquity of sushi houses to authentic and unique Japanese performing artists on tour, our group enjoys the sides of Japan that are on display in New York. Our events include art exhibits, J-pop concerts, sake tastings, karaoke outings, book readings, lectures, language classes, …

Welcome to the Rockland Anime Club of East Ramapo Meetup Group. The best place in the Rockland county area where Anime Manga, Cosplay and Video Game fans hang out and talk about the latest Shows and Convetions. Watch anime, meet new otaku, do activities and meetups, and have a good time.

We are the Cultural Understanding of Nippon Television Society - We are a group between the ages of 20-30 and we enjoy anime so much that we meet weekly on Sundays to watch and discuss new and old anime. We organize convention meetups at least four times a year, go out for group dinners, and throw the occasional themed party.

Dedicated to the exploration of Science, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Gaming, Comic Books, Anime, Manga, Suspense/Mystery/Thrillers and all things genre. The Science Fiction Society of Northern NJ (SFSNNJ) sponsors discussion groups, book groups, a movie viewing group & movie discussion group, a comicbook/anime/manga group, and gaming in local book stores/libraries/comic book/hobby stores involving Science, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Art, Movies and much more. Join our online forum on Yahoo or join …

Hello. The purpose of this group is to provide: 1) a 24/7 online hangout on Facebook  2) Private Japanese training for Beginners to get them up to speed. 3) NYC in-person Events where people can actually use their Japanese! Practice makes perfect and this group provides lots of practice. ALL LEVELS ARE WELCOME, as long as you do not use English and are determined to improve your reading/writing/spoken Japanese language ability. There is NO elitism or judgment here, so feel confident to bust out …

Hi, Happy Science will have multiple dates for showing 7 of our films (6 anime, 1 live action) that usually are rare and difficult to see anywhere else. Our films have all been shown in nationwide theatres in Japan and were all top 5 films at the box office. Also they were shown on national television in China, Africa, and India to several millions of viewers. They are very unique, interesting, exciting and heartwarming films that will move you and inspire you. Admission is free and there will b …

This is a group for aspiring comic creators to have an opportunity to network, collaborate, synergize and hang out with like minded individuals. If your an artist, writer or other welcome aboard. I started this meetup because comic books/graphic novels have had a resurgence in popularity recently with the movie, t.v. and video game adaptations. The technology of the last five to ten years has made it possible for the independent creators to go forward on their own via web comics with greater acc …

Hello and Welcome to our little group ! We are all about getting together to attend conventions, movies and to do gaming. Sometimes it is hard to find new people to game with or to go to movies/conventions , that is what we are here for ! :-) We welcome suggestions for events , movies, etc either on the Discussion boards , or directly on the Meetup page. While the Meetup link to FB is broken, we have an active presence there as a Page and regular FB group. Check us there for upcoming events and …

My friends at Happy Science (Buddhist based non-profit organization) have been asking me to set up a Japanese chatting group so they can improve their Japanese skills and also have more experience in using the language so they won't forget. And of course so that they will have no problem when they get a chance to go to Japan. I am not a professional teacher but I am fluent in both Japanese and English so I would like to help out those who wish to communicate better in Japanese. We will be chatt …

Our native speakers are quite happy to introduce you to their centuries-old culture. Many patient advanced students blend their knack for language learning with their enthusiasm for sharing. Japanese friends - all fluent native speakers - serve as volunteer sensei-figures, and learners of ALL LEVELS meet to teach, learn, and practice speaking Japanese and writing Kanji, Kana, or Romaji. A small study group is more conducive to language learning! Thus, we will expand to additional tables as nec …

Community of Sailor Moon Fans near the NYC area. We have fun events around the city once a month! Its a great way to meet and make new friends who love Sailor Moon! Even if you are not in the NYC area, we will have online live stream meetups to reach the fandom around the world. I encourage fans to make their own local meetups to bring the fandom back to life once more. Let's make this the best meetup group out there, or in the name of the Moon, I will punish you! ^-^v

SketchCon is a group dedicated to artists that enjoy sharing their creative process. We intend on hosting live sketching events on a regular basis. We hope to spotlight artists and maters of their mediums to give informative talks from time to time. We encourage all medias to learn from each other and gain new respect and appreciation from interacting with one another. We range from Tattoo artists to photographer, jewelry makers to Comic book artists. Become a part Today!

Welcome! Here’s the plan: Big City Dare2Draw's main mission is to help provide networking, mentoring and promoting opportunities, along with resources, for artists of all levels, while raising money for artists in need, with the art done by our guests. We have art demos, artist panels, action models, drawing contests and great prizes provided by our sponsors. Our new home is at The Society of Illustrators. Established artists and arts organizations meet in a supportive setting, putting the art b …

Are you really into Japan? I mean you talk about it with your family and friends but they don't seem to interested as you are? Well this is the group for you! Here we talk about recent news in the Japanese pop music scene, fashion, food, culture, and language. Basically everything Japanese. Also we talk about travels to and from Japan. Here you can meet new friends American, Japanese-American or those from Japan itself, (or anywhere really) who share the love and interest in Japanese culture. Th …

A place for RPG players, manga lovers, board gamers, comic readers, sci-fi/fantasy fans, video gamers (modern and retro), convention goers, cosplayers, etc. Don't forget to check out the Message Board for activity!