Japanese anime has been redefining the boundaries of animation for decades, and Hulu wisely stocked up with many of the shows and movies that helped popularize anime in this country. And in Japan, that medium is used to create stories for audiences of all ages and in several different genres. The thing to remember is that anime is not a genre, it’s a medium. If the only animation you know comes from Disney, Pixar, DreamWorks, or Fox’s Sunday night lineup, then anime is going to open your eyes to the real possibilities.