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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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Little Wansa
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The word 'anime' (アニメ) is a Japanese shortening of the English word 'animation', a gairaigo, or foreign loanword.
A collection of four children's stories by Osamu Tezuka.
1. Wansa-kun
Originally designed as a mascot for Sanwa Bank, is a puppy who was sold for pittance and escapes. He spends the series searching for his mother. (1971/10 - 1972/02)
2. Rabi-Chan
A 4-koma covering the daily life and unlucky adventures of Rabi-chan, aimed for a young audience. (1960/04 - 1961/12)
3. Fly, Fly! Run-Chan!
A short story about a little plane. (1959/01 - 1959/03)
4. Pokkachi
A story about a living bubble and his group of human and animal friends. (1969/04 - 1969/09)
Note: All four stories are unfinished.
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