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Yokohama Station SF
Two hundred years after the end of a devastating global conflict, Yokohama Station has expanded to cover almost all of Honshu, Japan’s central island. Once governed by artificial…
Growing Up
Seishun Anime Zenshuu (translated as Animated Classics of Japanese Literature for its English release) is a 1986 anthology series that retold well-known stories from modern Japanese literature. It's…
Oh! My Goddess, Captain Tsubasa, Captain Tsubasa, Bite me!, Gon
The Beast Must Die: Mechanic of Revenge / 野獣死すべし 復讐のメカニック / Yaju shisubeshi: fukushu no mekanikku (1974)
Obscure Japanese Film #247Hiroshi Fujioka At the end of The Beast Must Die (1959), Kunihiko Date (Tatsuya Nakadai), a highly intelligent but amoral student leading a double life as a thief and…
Nessa no Wakusei
Okizari presents the first English-subtitled release of the original version of Nessa no Wakusei (Desert Planet or Hot Sandy Planet), a mid-1990s borderline hentai OVA. It's better known in North America…
Bakuen Campus Guardress, Gakkou no Yuurei, Gon, Nightsong of Splendor, Kitty-Cat Fantasia
2025 Retrospective
It's time for out with the old as we take one last look at manga in 2025! 1:26 - 2025 Recommendations 1:56 - Pokémon Adventures: Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire 3:25…
Blue Box, Chainsaw Man, DAN DA DAN, World Trigger, Black Clover
Botchan (1986)
Seishun Anime Zenshuu (translated as Animated Classics of Japanese Literature for its English release) is a 1986 anthology series that retold well-known stories from modern Japanese literature. It's…
Rose of Versailles, Space Runaway Ideon, Techno Police, Tokimeki Tonight, Dance Till Tomorrow
WMR^2 November 2025
0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:44 - One Piece 0:07:45 - Chainsaw Man 0:11:08 - Spy x Family 0:15:15 - The Elusive Samurai 0:21:10 - Witch Watch 0:26:24 - Dandadan 0:29:31 - Blue Box 0:35:47 - Akane-banashi 0:40:01 -…
But Rules...
4:06 - Ichi the Witch 58 9:40 - Blue Box 218 17:08 - Chainsaw Man 220 20:28 - Spy x Family 124 27:29 - Gonron Egg 3 34:18 - Hero Girl and Demon…
WMR^2 October 2025 (Pilot)
0:00:00 - Intro 0:08:26 - One Piece 0:11:10 - World Trigger 0:13:19 - Black Clover 0:16:32 - Chainsaw Man 0:19:28 - Spy x Family 0:20:13 - Me and Roboco 0:23:46 - The Elusive Samurai 0:28:46 -…
Blue Box, Chainsaw Man, DAN DA DAN, One Piece, World Trigger
The Unique Appeal of “Kanojo ga Koushaku-tei ni Itta Riyuu”
A smart, character-driven isekai romance with steady tension, sharp chemistry, and a heroine worth rooting for. Here’s why this anime quickly became one of my favorites. The post The…
Ashita Genki ni Naare!
The firebombing of Japan's cities is less well-known than the atomic bomb attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, but they caused heavy loss of life and enormous property damage.…
Princess Tutu, Letter Bee, Cat's Eye, Comic Party, Dragon Fist
Gonron Gonrororon
Rob Lucci joins to talk about elves, the new Jumpstarts, and the intergalactic developments of Ping-Pong Peril's final chapter! 7:43 - Ichi the Witch 57 13:52 - Chainsaw Man 219 21:04…
Heavy
Orphan has done a couple of shows about boxing already: Takahashi Rumiko's 1989 OVA One Pound Gospel and the 1992 three-part OVA Nozomi Witches. We're now releasing another,…
Karuizawa Syndrome, Nightsong of Splendor, Legend of the Galactic Heroes, Vampire Princess Miyu, Dragon Half
Reading Log: September 2025
Summer is over \o/ Gone is the busy season, too-hot days, and here comes autumn. I say this every year, but I am a creature that loathes the…
Myska’s Favorite Songs
Lost Boys by The 69 Eyes Gone With The Sin by HIM I’d love to hear your thoughts on these songs! Did one of them catch your ear?Let…
S5E5 - Dragon Inn
Hello everyone, In this episode of Heroic Purgatory we put on our wuxia hats and EastmanColor glasses for King Hu's 1967 iconic piece, Dragon Inn. It is a film…
AASL KQ Post & Anime Resource Wakelet
I teamed up with Julie/a Stivers to advocate for anime clubs in Anime Clubs are Essential: What to Do Now That Crunchyroll’s Outreach Program Is Gone. I also…
Where Have All the Ecchi Anime Gone?
New anime focused on more titillating elements are 73% less common than a decade ago.
Is Genuine Discovery Gone? Let’s Stop Asking For Anime Recommendations
A look into why asking for anime recommendations and reviews is contributing to the loss of our individuality.
A First Look at the Serialized Version of “The Apothecary is Gonna Make This Ragged Elf Happy” Manga
AstroNerdBoy takes a first look at the serialized version of “The Apothecary is Gonna Make This Ragged Elf Happy” manga.
WWE Old School Review of Madison Square Garden: August 7th, 1976
Here we are again with another review of a Madison Square Garden. I’m getting through these slowly but surely, and eventually making my way back to present day.…
25 Easy Anime Cosplay Ideas
1. Bakura from Yu-gi-oh! 2. Brock from Pokemon 3. Misty from Pokemon 4. Chihiro from Spirited Away View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jojo ⵣ…
My Hero Academia, One Piece, Spirited Away, Gon, Hunter x Hunter
Pick of the Week: Climbing and Clouds
MICHELLE: I am looking forward to both Riverbay Road Men’s Dormitory and The Little Bird Sleeps by the Sea. Presumably, the latter will be much more wholesome, however,…
VG Pulse 416: The Switchening
This week on VG Pulse, Switch 2 details have finally dropped! We start off with sidenotes of work life, before diving into the regular news where we discuss…
New to Sunday: Tsubasa Fukuchi's "Parashoppers"
Yo. Gonna preface this entry: I try not to be biased when I write these entries, but in this case it's nearly impossible. Tsubasa Fukuchi is...
5 Mecha Shonen Anime You Need to Watch
Mecha shonen anime delivers high-stakes battles, epic machines, and unforgettable characters. Whether you're new to the genre or a longtime fan, these five series offer some of the…
Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion, Eureka Seven, Full Metal Panic!, Gon, Gurren Lagann
BanG Dream! Ave Mujica Episode #12
Well, this is anti-climactic as Sakiko Togawa was forced by her grandfather Sadaharu Togawa to move out of Switzerland and never to meet up with Uika (or Hatsune)…
PaRappa the Rapper’s WILD English Versions and BEYOND
PaRappa the Rapper only has three main series games, but the history runs SO DEEP. From LOST MEDIA with an arcade game, to CENSORSHIP in American versions of…
Project Silence (탈출: 프로젝트 사일런스, Kim Tae-gon, 2023)
“It’s a nation’s duty to protect its citizens wherever they are,” according to a more earnest politician, though Blue House security advisor Jung-won (Lee Sun-kyun) counters him that…
Japanese Engineering Has Gone Too Far
10% Code: ADP-RED https://linktr.ee/AnimeDakimakura Dakimakura Covers: http://bit.ly/3FO2Mmg you know, japanese twitter stuff i find never fails to make me laugh Much thanks to ZAWAWORKS for letting me show his insane works! Check him…
Why Watch Both Vandread and Vandread: The Second Stage
AstroNerdBoy rewatches the Vandread and Vandread: The Second Stage anime titles to see why one should watch this OG anime series today.
Give the Bradys Superpowers, and you End up with the Yozakura Family
Spy X Family is a manga about a spy who makes a fake family, and that’s all well and good. But they’re not the only ones on the…
Skelly Knight Night (Shadow Tower #4, Brains and Brawn #25)
Gonna finish Earth World for real for real this time! Start/End/Break Animations from Dwarf Fortress Music from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFA9AfikOcE Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/craftsdwarf Twitter: https://twitter.com/Craftsdwarf MAL: https://myanimelist.net/profile/Craftsdwarf
“Employee-San”: Why Japan’s Managers Are Shifting to Honorifics for Their Staff
Gone are the days of "chan" and "kun" in Japanese business. Recent research finds bosses are striking a more respectful tone.
News Update - Mon, 20 Jan 2025
What'cha Gonna Dan When The Dan Goes Dan Da Dan?! Allen's pick of the week is the nominal "Ghosts stole mah penis" madfest that is Dan Da Dan, and...…
Welcome to Japan, Elf #01 — The Majesty of Japan
Just shag already. Like yesterday, there are a ton of new shows today, plus Apothecary Diaries restarts, and I'll at least glance at the hotel and golf…
Bayonetta: Bloody Fate
Bayonetta: Bloody Fate (2013) This film adaptation precedes Gonzo’s bizarre decision to focus on NFTs by a few years – and despite that choice dampening my esteem for…
...Missed A Lot of Spots (King's Field III #8, Brains and Brawn 20)
Gonna do some cleanup before the final parts of the game! Start/End/Break Animations from Dwarf Fortress Music from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFA9AfikOcE Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/craftsdwarf Twitter: https://twitter.com/Craftsdwarf MAL: https://myanimelist.net/profile/Craftsdwarf
An Anime Carol!
With the holidays in full swing, this is the time of year when Wintery legends, lore, and festive stories are around every corner. In this season of stories,…
VG Pulse 411: Definitely Not Suspicious
This week on VG Pulse, happy holidays to all!! We start off with side notes of retail hell, before diving into the regular news where we discuss Haunted…
Wishing Things Had Gone Differently and Our Relationship with Time | Arcane Video Essay
I can't say Arcane's second season met my expectations the whole way through, but episode 7 gave me a very touching story that made me feel things and…
OL Kaizou Kouza
Here's a ripe/overripe/rancid piece of Japanese misogyny from 1990, OL Kaizou Kouza ( Office Lady Remodeling Course ). The AniDB blurb atte...
Watt Poe, Air Gear, Blue Flames, Ceres, Celestial Legend, Exper Zenon
Anime OVAs You Missed - Kyoufu Shinbun (Horror News) 1991
Kyoufu Shinbun Alright guys I had to come share this shit with you. So this dude here is a classic case of, If I don’t see it.. I don’t believe it. That…
Natsume’s Book of Friends Season 7 Episode 9 – Ritual Gone Wrong
Season 7 Episode 9 is only the first half of this adventure involving a welcome ritual for the guardian spirit of an ancient house. There will be a…
Review: The Hutong Cowboy (2024)
The Hutong Cowboy 爆款好人 China, 2024, colour, 1.85:1, 112 mins. Directors: Ning Hao 宁浩, Xu Lei 徐磊. Rating: 8/10. A well-structured screenplay and top cast led by veteran…
A History of Murder
detective fiction, 推理小説、games, mystery, murder, locked room, Japanese, translations,
Mechanical Arms #07 — Morons in Disguise
I still have no idea what any of *that* was about. Impressions: Oh boy. Guess it's half-assed flashback week all around. And the same tired crap that…
2.5-jigen no Ririsa - Episode 19 - Liliel Angel Crew Walks In
The girls in MC Cringe and Ririsa's cosplay club completed their costumes in time for Comiket. 2.5-jigen no Ririsa - Episode 19
Review: Gone with the Boat (2023)
Gone with the Boat 乘船而去 China, 2023, colour, 1.85:1, 98 mins. Director: Chen Xiaoyu 陈小雨. Rating: 5/10. Family portrait centred on the wife’s dying mother is well played…
Dandadan (Volume 2) – Now My Balls Are Gone!
After besting Turbo Granny, Momo and Okarun are now running for their lives from the bound spirit which is a giant crab. Not only that, but Turbo Granny…