Prime Minister Taro Aso in Eroge

Author: Artefact
Filed under: Games, H, News
Date: Oct 18, 2008 18:16 JST

Tags: Censorship, CG, Eroge, Parody, Politics, Taro Aso, Weapons

A character “closely resembling” the Prime Minister of Japan, Taro Aso, a man noted for his otaku proclivities, is set to appear in an upcoming “weapon girl love adventure game”, or eroge to the rest of us. It’s not clear just how “active” his role is to be.

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metatron commented on October 20, 2008 22:36

this looks interesting and indeed the having a PM-like character in an eroge drawn my attention as well XDDD... More

vesper_nova commented on October 20, 2008 11:03

given how much he is liked by the Otaku culture I hope he is presented well. if they make him look good (Hero or villan) it would be faltery of the highest degree.... More

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Cosplay Vote Not Want

Author: Artefact
Filed under: Japan, News
Date: Sep 22, 2008 00:21 JST

Tags: Cosplay, Crime, Osaka, Otaku, Police, Politics, Taro Aso

Prime Ministerial hopeful Taro Aso, or “Rozen Aso”, hugely popular with the otaku constituency for his carefully cultivated Rozen Maiden obsession, was lent some unconventional “support” at a recent rally, by the cosplayer pictured above. His sign says “Cosplay Squad”.

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Resonance commented on October 9, 2008 07:41

First off, you don't third a motion. Robert wouldn't like that. And second, Jesus Christ that women on the left in the red looks like Masami Akita!... More

Lantis commented on September 23, 2008 03:26

It's not THAAAAT bad. I have seen even worses cosplays. ._.... More

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Otaku PM Causes Anime Stock Surge

Author: Artefact
Filed under: Anime, News
Date: Sep 3, 2008 16:19 JST

Tags: Business, LDP, Otaku, Politics, Taro Aso

With the sudden resignation of Japanese Prime Minister Fukuda, and the news that 麻生太郎 / Taro Aso (or “Rozen Aso” as he is also known) looks to be the new PM, the stocks of anime production companies and related enterprises have surged dramatically, likely in anticipation of very sympathetic handling from Aso, a man who plays upon his love of manga, and who appreciates the value of otaku culture.

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albert_2mb commented on September 4, 2008 01:59

well, even though I think it would be great for anime sectors, IIRC Taro Aso is also popular for his brash statements. Well, let's just wait and see how this will turn out..... More

Artefact commented on September 3, 2008 22:02

It seems quite reasonable - it is likely he will implement policies favourable to anime producers.... More

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