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


Daisuke Kise was looking for a new part-time job when he passed by a kissaten called "Jyunkissa Camellia."
Feeling hungry, he opened the door to find a lady dancing inside.
Won't you come in and take a break, for a cup of tea brewed by a beautiful lady?
(Source: Storia, translated)
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