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Obscusion B-Side: Heart Breaker: Dangan Yori Ai wo Komete: It's Not Hammer, It's Not Michael... It's Diamond✡Yukai!
With this blog being focused primarily around anime & manga, there's no surprise that I've covered a variety of anime that were released str...
Why 3,000 People in Japan Claim the Imperial Palace Is Their Home
Japan's registered domicile law means that, when you get married, you can claim you hail from anywhere in the country. And many people do.
You Have to Return to Reality
Coming back to work after vacation only to feel even worse about daily life, feeling the good times and adventures go so fast and the mundane sticks so…
A Place Further Than the Universe, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, Gloria, Sonny Boy
The Labyrinth of Marielle Clarac
By Haruka Momo and Maro. Released in Japan as “Marielle Clarac no Yakusoku” by Ichijinsha Bunko Iris NEO. Released in North America by J-Novel Club. Translated by Jasmin…
Barred from Entry
In vague memories of boyhood, I recall the image of an interminably long and looming wooden fence that stood at the edge of the yard comprising my entire…
Indera (Woo Ming Jin, 2024)
“Let’s leave this place,” a father tearfully tells his daughter, “we’ll find a better home,” but it seems the girl has found her home already and no longer…
Osaka Street Piano Apologizes For Telling Bad Players to Practice at Home
A street piano at an Osaka food court is no more after its management company made it clear it only wanted TikTok-level performances.
Zenshuu. – 12 (Fin) – Fixing It All
While Memmeln is still fighting, her elf sisters are reconstructing QJ, and Natsuko and Unio return to Last Town, all of these positive developments occur far too late.…
Girumasu - Episode 6 - Alina Plays with Cat Toys
Alina refused to accept the idea of marrying anyone she had met at work. Going home and playing with cat toys was her dream. Girumasu - Episode 6
Saint Seiya: Next Dimension (+ Saint Seiya Then): Is it Asclepius, Caduceus... or Ouroboros?
This was a review I really wasn't sure if I'd ever actually get to, for two reasons. First, I had wanted to review all of Masami Kurumada's ...
Caligula Episode 11 Review: An Explosive Confrontation and Mad Keyboard Skills
Quick Summary of Caligula Episode 11 In Caligula episode 11, “People constantly seek out the right answer. Yet, is being right really all that matters?” Marie Mizuguchi finds that she…
“We Have Dragon Ball At Home”
Welcome to the WILD World of Bootleg Dragon Ball Movies. Taste The Way, The Light, The Gamersupps: https://gamersupps.gg/basement Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mothersbasement Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:20 Super Kid 17:44 Dragon Ball The…
Lupin III - The Legend of the Gold of Babylon | KYOTO VIDEO
We're back with Lupin and we're taking on the wild era of the 80s "Pink Jacket" era. See how the most divisive era of Lupin III is exemplified…
Orsted at Home: (Eternal Ring #1, Brains and Brawn #30)
Next up in our current From Soft lineup, let's try Eternal Ring! 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
Diagnosis: Filler: Saint Seiya's Asgard Chapter
Considering the way anime traditionally gets made nowadays, what with the focus being either on producing for a " cour ", i.e. a single cale...
Home for Rent (บ้านเช่า..บูชายัญ, Sophon Sakdaphisit, 2023)
An inability to overcome the traumatic past leaves a family vulnerable to the dark machinations of a black magic cult in Sophon Sakdaphisit’s supernatural thriller
Orb is THE MOST IMPORTANT ANIME of The Year. Here's Why. (Orb: On The Movements of the Earth)
Use code 50BONSAIPOP to get 50% OFF plus free shipping on your first Factor box at https://bit.ly/4fxIFZe! Orb: On The Movements Of The Earth is a historical anime that…
June 2025 Solicitations for US Anime Home Video Releases
Log Horizon comes back in print in a small batch from Crunchyroll for the month of June.
What was DreamParty?
I thought that “DreamParty” was UNDER17 naming their single to thematically reflect the name of the title track “もっと、夢、見よう!!” However, the inclusion of “イメージソング” (image song)- almost always…
Anime Like I’m Living with an Otaku NEET Kunoichi
Tsukasa Atsumi is an average salaryman leading a normal, lonely life. On his way home from work one evening, he is attacked by a demon and saved by…
Omamori Himari, Otaku Elf, Sekirei, Senran Kagura: Ninja Flash!, Gabriel DropOut
Manga Review | Lick Me, Bite Me, Kiss Me by Fumizuki Kumi
The cakeverse feels like it's just a fairytale for most people. Rumors and news reports come up about people dubbed forks going so far as to maim or…
Oh Me, Oh My, OVA! η: ♪Samurai Soul, Hey Hey Oh♪
Last year I wrote a piece about three anime that all debuted in 2004 & featured the word "Samurai" in their titles , despite the three havin...
Blue Giant (Collector’s Edition Blu-ray) Unboxing
Studio Nut’s adaptation of Blue Giant finally makes it way onto home video in the UK with a different look to its packaging to fit the music vibe.
Caligula Episode 9 Review: The Fall of Justice and a Pink-Lit Keyboard
Caligula episode 9,' Ritsu Shikishima leads the Go-Home club to the tower that they've recently discovered holds the door to the real world.
Nasu: Summer in Andelusia US Blu-ray Release Details
The good folks from anime distributors MediaOCD have sent us details for their up coming US home video release of Nasu: Summer in Andelusia....
Akihabara loses its edge as an anime mecca
Plus: NTT Docomo launches Manga Mirai reading platform; Kadokawa names leader of anime studios; Domestic anime home video sales return to growth; and more
Blue Box – 22 – Doing All the Work
Barring a second season (which isn’t outside the realm of possibility; I just haven’t heard any confirmation) we’re in the home stretch of Blue Box. Time’s a-wasting for our…
Manga Pulse 530: Ari Parasites
Everyone is lining up for the new manga pulse. Those people are suckers though. We won’t turn them away or refuse to take their money. We’re just letting…
Anime World Order Show # 240 – Jazz Music? More like JASS Music
In this episode, Gerald jazzes up the proceedings by reviewing the 2023 theatrical film Blue Giant, released in theaters, home video, and streaming by GKIDS. Introduction (0:00 –…
Girumasu - Episode 1 - Alina Soaks in Bath Tub
All Alina ever wanted was to come home from work on time and have a nice warm bath before relaxing for the night. Girumasu - Episode 1
Blue Box – 21 – Different Speeds
While initially surprised, Taiki is glad to see Chinatsu back in his home, but when he tries to bring up the play, she stuffs his mouth with snacks…
: Nothing "Romantic" About This Encounter, That's For Sure!
Romance of the Three Kingdoms is a story that has had many adaptations... so, so many adaptations . However, when it comes to Japan, most a...
Japan Foodies Are Burning Their Homes Down With DIY “Home Yakiniku” Setups
Want to recreate a yakiniku restaurant experience in your home? The Tokyo Fire Department really wishes you wouldn't.
May 2025 Solicitations for US Anime Home Video Releases
A shorter slate this time around, with only a few titles planned by each distributor.
Joeschmo's Gears and Grounds: Writing on Anime and Cycling. Home of Omake Gif Anime, Omake ScreenCap, and 10 Second Anime.
Caligula Episode 7: Taking Time for a Hot Pot and Because You’re You
Caligula episode 7: Aria hosts a hot pot party for the Go-Home club. How else to celebrate the absence of the Ostinato Musicians and μ?
Manhwa Review | Just Divine! by move
Cheong-yeon is a demigod. Not fully human but not fully divine leaves him longing for the side of himself that he doesn't get to indulge in very often:…
Manga Talk: Longing for Home
This episode I talk about the manga Longing for Home. This is a apocalyptic distopian series that follows Taurou after he awakens 500 years in the future. We…
Why Is School Refusal On The Rise in Japan?
More kids in Japan than ever are refusing to go school, even as instances of bullying are falling. What's keeping them home?
Hyakkano – 18 – Jurassic Ballpark
Team Rentarou’s opponents from Jurassic High are a colorful and serious bunch (and judging from their ears they might be 100% human?), while the three Kaykay sisters who…
Shopping Etiquette in Japan
Japan is a shopper’s paradise. However, the rules of shopping etiquette in Japan may differ from those in your home country.
The Documentary Black Box Diaries and Marriot International: Who’s Actually Protesting?
The documentary Black Box Diaries has taken the world by storm. It is the story of journalist Shiori Ito, who directed the film. In 2015, the young journalist…
The First Slam Dunk Movie UK Home Video Release Details
The good folks from Anime Limited have just announced the UK home video release details for The First Slam Dunk. The first movie adaptation ...
Answerman - Will the Recent U.S. Tariffs Affect Home Video and Collectible Prices?
What will happen to Blu-ray prices when one of the largest production factories is in Mexico? What about collectible anime goods produced in China? Jerome shares the stark…
Winter 2025 Anime Week 6: Anime’s Biggest Story Shifts
February 15th, 2025 Happy Valentine’s Day! I don’t have anyone to celebrate with this year, so I’ll do what I usually do and stay at home and write…
The Hero-Killing Bride: The Blood-Soaked Champion
By Aoikou and Enji. Released in Japan as “Yuusha-goroshi no Hanayome” by HJ Bunko. Released in North America by J-Novel Club. Translated by Faye Duxovni. I always love…
Dandadan (Volume 10) – This is the Power of Words!
After their encounter with the Slit-Mouthed Woman, Momo was relieved to make it back home. However, Seiko knew that things were far from over. For the next week,…
Vaizard: You Only Get One Shot, Do Not Miss Your Chance to Blow; This Opportunity Comes Once in a Lifetime
On June 5, 2001 director & general manager of Enix's publishing division Yoshihiro Hosaka, namely that of its various manga magazines (Shone...
Real Grade Details on a High Grade: HG Gundam EX – Work in Progress #2
I skipped making any progress on the HG Gundam EX last week due to a variety of reasons, mainly just me dropping to sleep immediately after getting home.…