Glossary Terms

Gacha (ガチャ) refers to a randomized reward system in mobile games, often used to collect anime characters or erotic scenes. It can involve real-money purchases. Some ecchi games might have gacha like features, where you collect waifus.

Waifu Pillow (抱き枕 / Dakimakura) is a large body pillow printed with images of anime or game characters, often used as a comfort or fantasy object by fans.

SFW means “Safe For Work” and refers to content that does not include any explicit or inappropriate material. So, no ecchi allowed!

NSFW stands for “Not Safe For Work” and is used to label explicit or adult content that should not be viewed in professional settings. So, if you’re at work right now, go do something that is SFW.

Futanari (ふたなり) is a subgenre of hentai that features characters with both male and female anatomy. It’s known for its explicit and fantastical themes. Often found in ecchi manga and doujinshi.

Yuri (百合) is a genre that features romantic or sexual relationships between female characters. Content can range from subtle emotional bonds to explicit scenes. Sometimes referred to as GL or Girl Love.

Yaoi (やおい) is a genre of manga and anime focusing on romantic or sexual relationships between male characters, primarily aimed at female readers. Sometimes referred to as BL or Boy Love.

Shonen (少年) refers to anime and manga targeted at teenage boys. While generally action-focused and age-appropriate, some shonen works contain mild sexual themes. For adult-themed works of fiction, check Seinen.

Seinen (青年) manga and anime are targeted at adult male audiences, featuring mature themes such as violence, politics, psychological drama, and adult relationships. Yes, yes, including ecchi.

Lewd refers to sexually suggestive or explicit content. In online anime culture, it’s often used as a tag or descriptor for NSFW material.