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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
bâan: The Boundary of Adulthood vs The Boy and the Beast
| 6.9 | Score | 7.9 |
| 17,334 | Popularity | 108,676 |
| 1 | Episodes | 1 |
| 2025 | Year | 2015 |
| Movie | Format | Movie |
| Finished | Status | Finished |
What they share
FantasyUrban FantasyComing of AgeIsekaiFound Family
The verdict
On the numbers, The Boy and the Beast edges it — but they share 5 traits, so the right pick depends on your mood.
- Higher ratedThe Boy and the Beast scores 79% vs 69%.
- More popularThe Boy and the Beast has the bigger audience here.
- Newerbâan: The Boundary of Adulthood (2025) is the more recent release.
Comparing from the catalogue's scores and community tags. Open bâan: The Boundary of Adulthood or The Boy and the Beast for the full picture.