Otaku no Video is a 1991 anime OVA spoofing the life and culture of otaku, individuals with obsessive interests in media, particularly anime and manga, as well as the history of Gainax, its creators. It is noted for its mix of conventional documentary film styles with a more traditional anime storytelling fashion. It is licensed in the United States by AnimEigo. The DAICON III and IV Opening Animations from the early 1980s are also featured in this OVA.
DVD cover of North American release of Otaku no Video
Otaku is a Japanese word that describes people with consuming interests, particularly in anime, manga, video games, or computers. Its contemporary use originated with a 1983 essay by Akio Nakamori in Manga Burikko.
The Akihabara neighborhood of Tokyo, a popular gathering site for otaku
An otaku room after the 3.11 Earthquake
A Nissan March featuring Hinagiku Katsura from the manga series Hayate the Combat Butler
Girls und Panzer cosplayers take photos in the itasha exhibition area of the doujinshi convention.