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The Rose of Versailles Anime Film Review
How do you adapt a seminal classic that took 14 volumes of manga and 40 episodes of TV to tell into a feature film? You make it a…
Black Lagoon – Roberta’s Blood Trail: That Time Rock went full Pepe Silvia
Black Lagoon was a gem of a find for me last year. An anime that had never crossed my desk, yet when I found it, I was completely…
Quick Blog Update January 2025
Konnichiwa, Minna-san! (Hello, everyone!) As you probably noticed, I haven’t updated Anime Rants in about a week. Consequently, I’ve fallen even further behind than before on the new…
A Terrified Teacher At Ghoul School Episode 15 Review – Shutendouji
If you don’t ship Haruaki and Rintaro after this episode, then I don’t know what you’re doing…
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How Not to Summon a Demon Lord (Volume 2) – Overpowered Overlord!
Diablo comes across a perfect chance to test his strength in this new world… Well, that’s what he thought, but everything seems to be way to weak. Then,…
REVIEW: TimeTuber Yukari
An encyclopedia of Showa era collectibles awaits in this latest episodic time traveling adventure from a beloved veteran creator. Our next series is TimeTuber Yukari (TimeTuberゆかり), a nos…
E172 - Ubel Blatt (Ch.1-13)
Wait. didn't we already read Berserk? This week, Sam, Jae, and Jacob read and discuss Übel Blatt written by Etorouji Shiono.Read along, meme along, or just yell at…
‘Zenshu’ an Original Isekai by MAPPA
Zenshu Ep 1&2 Review Since its inception almost fourteen years ago, Studio MAPPA has made quite a name for itself. It’s produced some of the biggest anime of…
Little Birds Know Everything! “A Little Bird Told Me” (1934)
The ‘Toddle Tales’ that Van Beuren produced have always been favorites of mine for their strangeness and appeal.
Tokyo for the VTuber Set: What to Do When in Town for Hololive’s Super Expo
What better destination could there be for Vtuber fans than Tokyo? Here's some great places to check out when in town for the Hololive Super Expo.
A full run through the King Crimson discography: Part 19 (The Power to Believe, 2003)
As the new year unfolds, I feel more and more like it’s a good idea to tie up loose ends. If you were waiting for this post for…
Episode 89: Suki – Volume 1
Lucy and Robin discuss the first volume of Suki Dakara Suki! ~ Website | Patreon | Bookshop.org Facebook | Bluesky | Threads | InstagramRough Script* * Rough Script will take you to a pdf of …
J-Music Exchange/Rate ー Super moon by Furihata Ai (Album Review)
It’s kind of crazy, in a way, that we haven’t done this theme yet.
ROCKBOUND NEIGHBORS by Mizuki Nana (Album Review) ▸ J-Music Exchange/Rate
Talking about, quite possibly, the greatest seiyuu artist of all-time
Another Abashiri Prison Story (1965)
An enjoyable thriller – a straight-forward yakuza flick with many pleasant moments, but not the sequel the first narrative deserved.
Kaiju No. 8 – Ep. 1
I don’t remember this version of “The Metamorphosis”.
Seven Seas licenses WEREWOLVES GOING CRAZY OVER ME
Manta Comics' "Werewolves Going Crazy Over Me" will receive a print edition, with the first volume out in August 2025.
Chatting with Nishii-san - Wrapping Up Cut C39
I'm Genga-chan, a new animator employed and trained by Animator Supporters since March 2023! I'm making an anime music video in collaboration with Aya Hirano under the guidance…
Make Believe Bonus: SCANDAL Interview (MTV Iggy 2015)
Journalism Can Be A Challenge!
Maid no Kishi-san (My Maid Kishi-san)
This manga is about a relationship between a clumsy master named Kiichiro and his kuudere maid Kishi. There is a serious story here in regards to how Kishi…
The Greatest Challenge of All (喜劇 一発勝負, Yoji Yamada, 1967)
A prodigal son rocks the social order in Yoji Yamada’s anarchic nonsense comedy, The Greatest Challenge of All.
Sakamoto Days Episode 03 Review: Welcome to Sugar Park
Sakamoto Days Episode 03, Nagumo is an "old friend" of Sakamoto. He warns Sakamoto that theirs a bounty on his head for 1 Billion Yen.
Da Capo remake D.C. Re:tune ~Da Capo Re:tune~
A few days ago, at the Bushiroad New Year Grand Presentation 2025, Japanese developer CIRCUS announced a remake of the first Da Capo game which was initially released…
My Happy Marriage – 17 – The Bodyguard
When Usui Naoshi shows up, Kiyoka is quick to prepare his lightning for battle, while Arata pulls his gun. But as we later learn, Usui has command over…
6 Healthy Japanese Snacks For You and Your Kids
Add some adventure to your snack time as you teach your child good food habits through culinary courage with these healthy Japanese snacks.
What Is The Average Salary in Tokyo?
The average salary in Tokyo is ¥6.12 million. Does that ring true for you? Where do you fit in Japan's thriving capital?
5 Anime That Accidentally Predicted Real-World Tech Trends
Discover how anime like Ghost in the Shell and Akira predicted AI, brain chips, and the Metaverse. Did fiction inspire real tech?
veil, Attack on Titan, Ghost in the Shell, Overlord, Paprika
Tune of the Week(ish): Solo Leveling’s Un-Apex!
He’s got the Zoolander construction body! The Tune of the Week is the ending theme to the second season of Solo Leveling: by TK from Ling Tosite Sigure
Event in Kyoto Celebrates Area’s “Culture of Unkindness”
How about some bubuzuke? A recent event in Kyoto tested people's ability to pick up on the REAL meaning behind seemingly bland statements.
Child Suicides in Japan Hit Record Number as Overall Suicide Rate Drops
The number of suicides among school-age kids has hit an all-time high. Experts say that requires new strategies.
Shiny New Anime Prep – “Wistoria: Wand and Sword”
Title: Wistoria: Wand and Sword Episodes: 12 Streaming: Crunchyroll I often claim that I have very broad tastes in entertainment. I don’t necessarily think that makes me special…
Issue #90: Lux
The first issue of 2025 highlights the new Suichu Spica album, Saki Kubota's "Ihojin" and some footnotes regarding the '80s hit and the surrounding Silk Road boom
Space Heater Chat – January 27 2025: James is Really Looking Forward to the New Switch
We just had to talk about the reveal of the Switch 2 and take a quick trip down recent Nintendo history and how it rebounded from the Wii…
Japan Retro Toy Museum Closes Because Customers Keep Breaking Things
The owner says he's "heartbroken" that he has to close the toy museum in Niigata Prefecture because some parents can't control their kids.
Episode 163: Talk to the Hand
After discussing a couple of Winter Season 2025 premieres in the Sneak Peek, the hosts review the Kickstarter-project-turned-full-show sci-fi action series Mecha-Ude: Mechanical Arms. Mp3 Download …
Ameku M.D.: Doctor Detective, Mechanical Arms, Medalist, Übel Blatt, ZENSHU
Thoughts on Vampeerz Volume 4
It’s time for a health checkup in the fourth volume of Akili’s Vampeerz manga, which means employing a little trickery to ensure that Aria’s supernatural nature goes undetected.…
Long Live the Queen: How gender defines the antagonist of Final Fantasy XIV Dawntrail
Sphene thematically reflects previous antagonists, but the additional context of the setting’s gender roles (and the player’s own presumed awareness of gendered roles in real history) reframe her…
Lupin the 3rd: Part II 02 (Soccer Heist #LupinIII)
AstroNerdBoy reviews Lupin the 3rd: Part II 02. Lupin comes up with a scheme to steal a ton of cash from a Brazilian soccer event.
Long Live the Queen: How gender defines the antagonist of Final Fantasy XIV Dawntrail
Sphene thematically reflects previous antagonists, but the additional context of the setting’s gender roles (and the player’s own presumed awareness of gendered roles in real history) reframe her…
Review: FUTABA-KUN CHANGE
Considering we're still in the midst of a Ranma 1/2 reboot, now's a good time to talk about its pervy weirdo cousin of a manga. FUTABA-KUN C...
Review: FUTABA-KUN CHANGE
Considering we're still in the midst of a Ranma 1/2 reboot, now's a good time to talk about its pervy weirdo cousin of a manga. FUTABA-KUN C...
Masquerade Hell Academy BL Game Review – A Twisted and Intense Blast from the Past
Masquerade Hell Academy is an intense experience that is not for the faint of heart. This is torture porn, plain and simple. So don’t expect any warm tender…
Master Detective Archives Rain Code Review: A Fantastic Game, But A Weak Successor to Danganronpa
From the brilliant and twisted minds behind the Danganronpa series we have Master Detective Archives Rain Code. Our story stars Yuma Kokohead a detective who has lost his…
Tower of God: Workshop Battle Anime Series Review
It doesn't look as bad as Return of the Prince—however, that is an incredibly low bar to set and damning with faint praise more than anything else.
What's the best software for Anime? Trying out all the 2D animation software
Let's take a look at all the popular 2D animation software, including Clip Studio Paint, OpenToonz, Krita, TvPaint, Toonboom Harmony, Adobe Animate. Layout Template : https://drive.google.com/file/d/17Ggh0ZSBZWDDgb9tFWhua2XeXWE3wpJ-/view?usp=sharing Layout Template for Clip Studio…
Takahashi from the Bike Shop Volume 1 Review (Minor Spoilers)
The budding romance between this central couple is one of the most believable that I’ve read in a manga recently.
Freezing Episode 4: Favorites
Freezing Episode 4: Ingrid decides that Satellizer is a threat to the school's order? Why why? Who's pulling the strings?
Just Dance 2014 Review
Hi friends, I hope you’re all doing well! As promised, I said that I would discuss Just Dance 2014 once I finished it in my initial coverage of…
Sheep Princess in Wolf’s Clothing, Volume 4
In volume 3, we saw Aki confess both her feelings and her concerns about their ability to make a relationship work to Momo, and Momo saying it was…
Anime Bloguary! Day 29
With the beginning of the new year, January is here and you know what that means right? It’s Bloguary! Last year I saw so many bloggers participate in…
(#MechaMarch2025 Herald) Mobile Suit Gundam 00
Visiting an Old Friend It’s been years since I’ve watched Gundam 00, but it’s one of the Gundam series I’ve watched the most. I haven’t kept track of…
The GLORIO Chat Episode 180: Listener Feedback
We shake things up with a few new shows, including some listener recommendations.
Vtuber Spotlight: Meli
All art forms are as boundless as the creativity of the people behind them. Vtubers come in all varieties and I’ve been fortunate enough to feature so many…