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The Boy and the Heron | Miyazaki’s Latest and Probably Most Personal Film
This weekend I finally had the opportunity to catch the latest Ghibli film in theatres. The Boy and the Heron is Miyazaki’s supposed final film (we’ve all been…
South Korea Day 4 | Hongdae & KBBQ at Myeong Dong
Day 4 in Seoul was all about the vibes (and you know the girlies love the vibes). Our plan was to go to Hongdae, explore Itaewon and finally…
Attack on Titan is Over | Thoughts on the Ending
“On that day, humanity received a grim reminder” – it was with those words that Attack on Titan blasted into the scene in 2013, changing the game forever.…
Animation is for Kids
It’s a tale as old as time. I’m sure you’ve heard someone proclaim their disdain for animation . “Why would you watch something so immature?” They’d say. “…
Top 5 Iyashikei Anime to Heal your Soul
Iyashikei anime are are some of my all-time favourites. Often described as ‘soul healing’, these feel-good anime are full of sweet and heartwarming moments that make them such…
Anime’s Weird (and Wrong) Takes on Abusers
This is something that has really bothered me for a long time, so I’m going to attempt to put into words why so many anime portrayals of abusers…
Anime that Changed my Life (Yes Really)
When you watch anime in your formative years, there are bound to be some things that stick with you. Whether it’s just warm happy memories of a simpler…
Lion King is the best Disney Movie; This is a Hill I will Die on
Of all the things I’m weirdly passionate about, Lion King is probably the one thing that I will defend most fiercely. An iconic film released at the peak…
Top 5 Anime with Unique & Great Art Styles
There’s something incredibly special about animation; in that the universes that are created are crafted entirely from scratch. Every expression, colour and background detail is put in by…
South Korea Day 3 | Nami Island ♡
Nami Island has got to be one of my favourite places on earth. It was just so beautiful – and we almost didn’t get to go! My sister…
South Korea Day 3 | Nami Island ♡
Nami Island has got to be one of my favourite places on earth. It was just so beautiful – and we almost didn’t get to go! My sister…
Getting Back into Anime after Burnout
I’ve been busy with life and my hobby of watching anime, that I used to spend hours a day on, has fallen to the wayside. This does bother…
Only Yesterday| Healing the Inner Child
Only Yesterday is a film quite different from the usual Ghibli affair. Directed by Isao Takahata, Only Yesterday follows a woman named Taeko as she fulfils a childhood…
The Best Romance Anime to watch this Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air! As Valentine’s Day approaches, why not add some romance anime into your watch list? For these recommendations, I chose shows or movies that…
South Korea Day 2 | Seoul’s Palaces
My impromptu adventure in Korea continues! Day 2 started with a simple breakfast at cafe Tous Les Jours, this awesome little cafe on the same street as our…
South Korea Day 2 | Seoul’s Palaces
My impromptu adventure in Korea continues! Day 2 started with a simple breakfast at cafe Tous Les Jours, this awesome little cafe on the same street as our…
2022 | A Year with the Highest of Highs & Lowest of Lows
As the year comes to a close, I’ve been feeling a little bit sentimental. A lil bit in my feelings, if you will. 2022 was probably one of…
2022 | The year with the highest of highs & lowest of lows
As the year comes to a close, I’ve been feeling a little bit sentimental. A lil bit in my feelings, if you will. 2022 was probably one of…
Top 5 Non-Ghibli Anime Movies
When it comes to anime movies, everyone thinks of Studio Ghibli (deservedly so), but there is so much more in the greater anime sphere! As you dive deeper,…
Best Non-Ghibli Anime Movies
When it comes to anime movies, everyone thinks of Studio Ghibli (deservedly so), but there is so much more in the greater anime sphere! As you dive deeper,…
South Korea Day 1 | Seoul Tower
Hey hey! It’s the start of a new adventure, this time to Seoul, South Korea. This trip was really random – one day, I just asked my sister…
South Korea Day 1 | Seoul Tower
Hey hey! It’s the start of a new adventure, this time to Seoul, South Korea. This trip was really random – one day, I just asked my sister…
Life Updates & Thoughts
Before we begin, this is going to be a very personal post. Please feel free to skip this one/click away if it becomes too heavy for you. Hello,…
Life Updates & Thoughts
Before we begin, this is going to be a very personal post. Please feel free to skip this one/click away if it becomes too heavy for you. Hello,…
Jojo Rabbit | The Losers of War
Jojo Rabbit has got to be one of my favourite things I’ve watched this year. It has such an incredible balance of comedy and tragedy and makes full…
Jojo Rabbit | The Losers of War
Jojo Rabbit has got to be one of my favourite things I’ve watched this year. It has such an incredible balance of comedy and tragedy and makes full…
Belle | A Contrived Mess that Ultimately Has Nothing to Say
Belle is another installment in the Mamoru Hosoda fantasy universe. It follows a Beauty and the Beast-esque storyline as the main character, Suzu, transforms into her digital avatar,…
Demon Slayer | The Important Coexistence of Empathy and Justice
I love Demon Slayer, and clearly, so does everyone else. There’s something about the human condition that this show just understands – the sad yet beautifully fleeting nature…
Mirai no Mirai | The Inseparable Connections of Family
Charming and quirky, Mirai no mirai is one of Mamoru Hosoda’s weirdest films (and he’s no stranger to weird premises). Supernatural elements are always at the very core…
Howl’s Moving Castle Explained (Curse & Ending too)
If you’ve found this, you’ve probably just watched Howl’s Moving Castle and are thinking, “huh?”. Well fret not, friend, for I was also fairly confused the first time…
Anime IRL | Explore Kyoto through Fruits Basket
One of my favourite things to do while watching anime is look out for scenic spots featured that are often real life places. Season 2 episode 17 of…
100 000 Views Update | Milestones
I really thought hard about what I could share with this update, since most of the stuff I talked about previously is still a work in progress. So…
Top 15 Anime Openings that are Absolute Bangers (with Spotify playlist)
For this list, I chose high energy openings (OPs) that make you want to rock out, sing along and just generally really fun to listen to. The full…
My Popular Anime Opinions Yay
I don’t really consider myself a contrarian. A while ago I wrote about my unpopular anime opinions, which was undoubtedly a lot of fun, but I do also…
Tsukishima & The Fear of Discovering your Limits | Haikyuu
Ugh, Tsukishima is such a great character. Re-watching season 3 of Haikyuu really reminded me about why I love him so much. His redemption takes 3 seasons to…
Anime to Watch During Lockdown
With winter setting in, several countries have started reinstating nationwide lockdowns, which is the sort of news that could finally push you over the edge. To keep yourself…
50,000 views Update | Milestones
For this update let’s talk about all the various problems that I have faced on here over the years, and how I have fixed them or am yet…
Attack on Titan’s Greatest Moments
Did I mention that I love Attack on Titan? There are just too many iconic things in this show, with amazing characters to boot. I have always wanted…