On this episode we talk about anime remakes, Isekai Mou Kaeritai, Kufuku na Bokura, and more! Then we continue to trek into Fumi Yoshinaga's Ooku: The Inner Chambers as we catch up to the reign of the 8th Shogun Yoshimune!!! Continue reading →
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