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Sasahara Kanji is a college freshman who decides to join a student society to share his hidden thoughts on manga, anime and gaming. As he participates in club activities such as visiting dojin shops and anime festivals he opens his mind and resolves that he will make his way into the otaku world.
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How Good Is Genshiken?
Ratings across IMDb and TMDB, plus our verdict.
Consensus
7.3Well Received
Score Breakdown
★ TMDB7.0
★ IMDb7.5
The Verdict
Yes, Worth Watching
Where to Watch Genshiken
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