Is Death Note based on a true story?

In 2006, dedicated Japanese fans discovered a one-shot story called The Miraculous Notebook by Shigeru Mizuki, which some claimed was the inspiration for Death Note. However, recent archaeological evidence suggests that "Death Note" may have existed in ancient China long before the birth of Japanese comics.
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What is the Death Note based on?

Death Note is a 2017 American supernatural crime thriller film adapted from the Japanese manga of the same name created by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata. The film is directed by Adam Wingard and written by the writing team of Charles and Vlas Parlapanides and Jeremy Slater.
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Where is the real Death Note?

Death Note takes place in mainly in Tokyo and there are some real-life locations from the show that you can visit there.
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Is Death Note based on Japanese mythology?

The show includes many aspects of Japanese mythology. The supernatural creatures known as 'shinigami' are a pivotal part of the show. They are the carriers of the Death Note and can only be seen by the owner of the notebook.
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Is Ryuk a real shinigami?

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Ryuk (リューク, Ryūku) is a Shinigami who indirectly gives Light Yagami a Death Note after becoming bored with the Shinigami Realm.
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Is the Death Note cursed?

The Death note is a curse. It grants its owner a inhuman power, an inherently illegitimate power. You can only abuse it and destroy yourself.
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Is Shinigami real?

Shinigami (死神, literally "death god") are gods or supernatural spirits that invite humans toward death in certain aspects of Japanese religion and culture. Shinigami have been described as monsters, helpers, and creatures of darkness. Shinigami are used for tales and religions in Japanese culture.
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Is Death Note kid friendly?

Parents need to know that this mature Adult Swim anime series isn't intended for kids. It revolves around a high school student who becomes a serial killer. Since his victims are all criminals, he justifies the murders as a way of creating a crime-free world. Most of the deaths aren't too graphic, but they're frequent.
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Is Death Note appropriate for a 12 year old?

Death Note is perfectly fine for 11 year olds. This anime is a masterpiece, and while the 11 year olds may not fully understand the amazing phsycology and genius behind it, that doesn't mean they won't find it entertaining. It is a must-watch for everybody, as it's emotional, entertaining, and dramatic.
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What is death life?

A life that lacks any satisfaction or purpose; a living death.
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Is Death Note banned?

Death Note is another anime that was banned in China. This psychological thriller and supernatural anime series was rated R for its level of violence and profanity and was banned by the Chinese government for being too extreme for viewing. But that wasn't the only reason why this anime was banned.
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Is Death Note banned in the UK?

UK can not stream Death Note anywhere, because the anime series is not available on any VOD service in the United Kingdom. Their only option is to use a VPN and watch Death Note manga on Netflix.
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Why does Ryuk like apples so much?

Apples are Ryuk's favorite food and the only thing he is seen eating. He likes apples from the human world because he finds them "juicy" and stated that they are an addiction for him, like alcohol or cigarettes for humans.
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What is the IQ of L?

This is an estimate that I found, which is based on the author's own estimate of each characters intelligence. He ranks each character by intelligence and gives them a score. Actually all of you are underestimating L. The highest IQ ever recorded is 300.
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Does Death Note have inappropriate scenes?

Death Note director says live-action film will be full of nudity, swearing and violence.
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Does Death Note have romance?

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He and Misa Misa have nothing close to a healthy relationship. Nobody every said romances had to concern admirable couples, though. So, when “Kira” goes down in an ignoble blaze of ruins, there's something undeniably poignant about his #1 fan holding a lonely vigil for him.
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Is AOT ok for 10 year olds?

Parents need to know that Attack on Titan is a violent and brutal entry in the anime genre not suited for children, tweens, or some younger teenagers.
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Who is the god of Japan?

Hachiman (八幡神) is the god of war and the divine protector of Japan and its people. Originally an agricultural deity, he later became the guardian of the Minamoto clan. His symbolic animal and messenger is the dove. Inari Ōkami (稲荷大神) The god or goddess of rice and fertility.
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Would the Death Note work on Goku?

The Death Note would work on Goku just like any other mortal, but there are two exceptions, firstly Goku has a trick to get his heart started back like when Hit killed him by heart attack and he revived himself, and secondly the Super Saiyan God form and its variations are most likely immune to it.
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Is there a god of death?

Thanatos, in ancient Greek religion and mythology, the personification of death. Thanatos was the son of Nyx, the goddess of night, and the brother of Hypnos, the god of sleep.
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Is L smarter than light?

L Lawliet is smarter than Light Yagami, in fact, he's the smartest character in Death Note. L's IQ may be lower than Light's but his deduction skills, planning and eye for detail far surpass Kira's. He did find out Kira's identity without any hints or leads.
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What if you write your own name in the Death Note?

You will not die if you write your own name in the Death Note, but it is not recommended.
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Is L The villain?

L Lawliet, also referred to as Ryūzaki, is the main antagonist of the anime and manga series Death Note, serving as the main antagonist of the first half of the series and the posthumous overarching antagonist of the second half. He is also the titular protagonist of the film L: Change the WorLd.
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