The Obsessed: Otaku, Tribes, and Subcultures of Japan

This is a book that covers several Japanese subcultures, exploring the sociology and group dynamics that go in the world of people that are referred to as The Obsessed. From Otaku (computer and anime aficionados) to car lovers, this collection features these many groups through essays photographs, personal profiles and more—exploring the wide range of personalities that make up some popular (and otherwise) social circles in Japan. Through these documentations and profiling, themes will emerge that explain and shed light on the dynamics of people who are obsessive about their hobbies, lifestyles, and identities.