RIGHT STUF’S ANIME TODAY GOES INSIDE
THE TOKYO INTERNATIONAL ANIME FAIR

Roundtable discussion, Anime & Gamers’ Guide, & more in Episode 37

GRIMES, IA, March 30, 2007 -- Anime producer and mega-online anime retailer The Right Stuf International takes an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the recent Tokyo International Anime Fair (TAF) in episode 37 of ANIME TODAY.

In this special TAF edition of the “Anime and Gamers’ Guide to Japan,” Kris and Judy are joined by Right Stuf President and CEO Shawne Kleckner for a roundtable discussion about this year’s event. (Additionally, you can see Shawne’s own photographs via the enhanced version of the podcast and this episode’s liner notes.)

Also in Episode 37 of ANIME TODAY:

Chad tells listeners “What’s Hot” in the world of anime and manga.
Shawne spreads excitement (and savings) on DVDs, UMDs and CDs from Bandai Entertainment.

Vic’s back for an in-depth look at Right Stuf’s release of the Comic Party TV series.
Judy-sensei tells us how to purchase tickets in this episode’s mini-Japanese 101 lesson.

Rich and Nick announce the winners of the Linda Linda Linda and To Heart contests. Then, they remind listeners about the latest Gravitation giveaway and the new SHINGU: Secret of the Stellar Wars contest.

And finally, ANIME TODAY highlights some of the newest fan reviews from RightStuf.com visitors.

Have questions about anime, manga or Japan? Call the Anime Today “Q and A” Hotline at 1-800-338-6827, ext. 7424. (Fans whose questions are featured on the podcast will receive a $10 Right Stuf gift certificate.)

Visit www.rightstuf.com for this episode, as well as an archive of all ANIME TODAY episodes and extended liner notes. Listeners can also download and subscribe to ANIME TODAY via the Apple iTunes Music Store.

Meet other ANIME TODAY listeners, submit your suggestions for future episodes and more at the official ANIME TODAY forums at AnimeOnDVD.com (http://www.animeondvd.com/forum/showforum.php?fid/57/)

ABOUT ANIME TODAY
Released every other week, ANIME TODAY is the first commercially-produced podcast aimed at enthusiasts of Japanese animation and comics (“anime” and “manga”). Each episode features fresh content and gives listeners a glimpse into what’s new and what’s hot in the world of anime and manga. Segments include reviews of titles from all major anime studios, insights into the industry from anime producers, tips on traveling to and around Japan, interaction with listeners, contests, prizes and more.
“If you’re into anime and what’s happening in the anime market then this is the podcast for you!”
- User review on iTunes

ABOUT THE RIGHT STUF INTERNATIONAL
Founded in 1987, The Right Stuf International was one of the first players in the U.S. Japanese Animation (“anime”) industry. Both a giant online anime/manga retailer and a U.S. producer of anime, Right Stuf works to promote knowledge of its own products as well as information about the anime/manga industry, in general. On the production side, Right Stuf is dedicated to creating the highest quality products and chooses to focus on a limited number of anime titles each year. With a product line ranging from anime classics like Astro Boy, Kimba and Gigantor to the most modern comedies and dramas, such as His and Her Circumstances, Gravitation, Shingu, Ninja Nonsense, To Heart and The Third: The Girl With the Blue Eye, Right Stuf produces quality anime for fans of all ages. For more information, visit www.rightstuf.com.