Anime is one of the most popular animation genres in the world. Anime is an animation produced in Japan. The word "animation" is derived from the French word d'animation, which means "of, or about" animals. The first animated films were produced in the late 19th century. They were made using the recently developed technology of animation. In the 20th century, animation has become a widespread medium for children and for entertainment. Anime has also been used as a teaching medium in universities. Anime was introduced to the United States by the Anime Theater Project. It has also been introduced to the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Sweden, Belgium, Portugal, Italy, Russia, Japan, Korea, China, Hong Kong, and Australia.