The word 'anime' (アニメ) is a Japanese shortening of the English word 'animation', a gairaigo, or foreign loanword.
The word 'anime' (アニメ) is a Japanese shortening of the English word 'animation', a gairaigo, or foreign loanword.


Ashita no Kibou: Kanashimi yo Arigatou - Takae Tsuneo Monogatari
An animated biographical film about the life of Takae Tsuneo, who was dealt a heavy blow when he lost both of his arms but worked to help other people with disabilities. At the age of seventeen, Tsuneo is electrocuted during his job installing power lines and has both of his arms amputated. However, he decides to devote his life to poetry and literature, and begins to practice writing by holding a pen with his mouth. He eventually gets a job as a newspaper reporter, and turns his attention to other people dealing with disabilities. (Source: Japanese Film Database) Note: Trailer (requires flash): https://jfdb.jp/player/trailer/1207
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Ashita no Kibou: Kanashimi yo Arigatou - Takae Tsuneo Monogatari — OST
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明日の希望 悲しみよありがとう 高江常男物語
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