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Why are panty shots so common in Japanese anime and manga? From Go Nagai's controversial manga of the 1960s to modern fan service, explore the origins of panchira, its place in Japanese pop culture, and the ongoing debate over sexual humor, censorship, and the portrayal of women.

Why do anime characters get explosive nosebleeds while American comedies joke about erections? From Master Roshi and Sanji to Brock Samson and Ron Burgundy, we explore the bizarre history of anime's most infamous gag, the cultural differences behind sexual humor, and the truth about censorship in Japan and America.