I grew up as an Asian kid here in Europe.
During the early to mid 90s, we used to hire videotapes with anime in the time anime wasn't a thing.
At least not where I live, I know some places do.
Back then I used to be that (cool) kid that never fit in, I watched Dragon Ball (Z) when everyone else only knew the typical western stuff.
When Pokémon came over during the late 90s/early 2000s some other animes followed.
It felt like salvation, finally we could talk about the same shows
I liked!
But then everyone else was too old to watch cartoons
DBZ was the only exception though.
Sorry just felt nostalgic lol