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The word 'anime' (アニメ) is a Japanese shortening of the English word 'animation' — a gairaigo, or foreign loanword.
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Head to head
Saru to Kani no Gassen vs The Boy and the Heron
| 4.3 | Score | 7.7 |
| 431 | Popularity | 64,150 |
| 1 | Episodes | 1 |
| — | Year | 2023 |
| Movie | Format | Movie |
| Finished | Status | Finished |
What they share
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The verdict
On the numbers, The Boy and the Heron edges it — but they share 3 traits, so the right pick depends on your mood.
- Higher ratedThe Boy and the Heron scores 77% vs 43%.
- More popularThe Boy and the Heron has the bigger audience here.
Comparing from the catalogue's scores and community tags. Open Saru to Kani no Gassen or The Boy and the Heron for the full picture.