The Sister Problem: An Examination of Anime Design's Common Flaws Anime design has always been a reflection of Japanese culture and aesthetics, but it also mirrors its own set of problems – issues that have become so ingrained in the industry they've been dubbed "sister problems.
" These flaws are not just limited to character design or visual storytelling; they seep into every aspect of anime's creative process.
What makes sister problems particularly vexing is their subtle nature: often, designers and artists aren't even aware they're contributing to these issues.