Groundbreaking 1988 Japanese animated action film Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, December 16, 2025 · 40-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 16, 2025 · 40-Across · 5 letters
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A male given name from Japanese.
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