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Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four! – Episode 1
I hope you asked for extra hours this week because this well-executed premiere will have you working overtime.
Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four! Review — B-
A corporate worker aiding the demon lord in making the world a better place.
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First Impression: Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four!
Uchimura Dennosuke was living the life of a lowly salaryman, constantly passed up for promotions, his work being ignored by the higher-ups, and even getting transferred overseas multiple…
I'm living in Kyoto for a year
Living the weeb dream, kiddos. I've got your picture, I've got your picture I'd like a million of you, all 'round my cell I want a doctor to take your picture So…
Manga Review: Headhunted To Another World: From Salaryman To Big Four Volume 1&2
My thoughts on volume 1&2 of Headhunted To Another World Synopsis: Uchimura Denosuke is your normal, everyday salaryman trying to climb the corporate ladder. But then he’s summoned…
Things To Keep In Mind Before Marrying A Japanese Salaryman
Understanding your Japanese partner’s work culture is the first step to building a stronger relationship with them.
Drift off into a dreamy Raspberry Life from Living Rita.
In an unusual sequence of events, Living Rita released the music video to Raspberry Life before the song was available on streaming services. So I had to wait…
Uma Musume – Pretty Derby 2.6: Search for Purpose
Time for the fallout of the epic Spring Tennoushou race. How were our heroines holding up? Oof.
living in a story
Millennium Actress is a great anime movie to watch by Satoshi Kon (Perfect Blue, Paprika). Similar to Kon’s other films, Millennium Actress blurs the border between fiction and…
Suffering Isn't Purpose
Painful and useless wings within a walled city; is the unfairness of life something we must come to terms with for salvation? Haibane Renmei, an anime from the same…
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Purpose Beyond Parenting
This episode I wanted to dive into my thoughts on being more than just a parent. Obviously I make sure my kids are a top priority but sometimes…
8 Random Tidbits From Living in Japan
I know I wanted to write about Japan, but then I got here and settled in and whatnot, and I realized that a lot has already been covered…
Salaryman in Japan
You wouldn’t expect The Japan Travel Bureau to put out the finest sociological treatise about the pathology and isolation of modern life in Japan, but here it is.…
LOKI : GLORIOUS PURPOSE Review
This review is 100% SPOILER FREE. Anticipation for Marvel’s Loki has been sky high ever since the show was first announced. It has promised to break our brains with a heavy…
The Apothecary Diaries – 04 – Living for Him
Once the Emperor learns of the “famous apothecary”, he asks her to look after Lady Lihua. That is to say, he commands her to cure her of her…
Salaryman Kintaro: Damn It Feels Good to Be a Gangst... I Mean "Real Man"
* This review is in memory of the legendary Masami Suda, who was character designer for this anime, as he passed away earlier this same mont...
5 Steps to Living an Iki Life
I attempted to define iki already. The shorthand definition of iki is “refined, sophisticated.” Of course, refinement today has different connotations than during the Edo Period. Living an…
Violet Evergarden, Purpose in Pain, and a New Geek Devotional
Today on Beneath the Tangles, I’m happy to present a sample devotional from Thy Geekdom Come (Vol. 2), the latest release from Mythos Ink. Written by Shaneen Thompson,…
Alice & Zouroku Episode 11: A Rescue Mission and Purpose Rediscovered
Alice & Zouroku episode 11: Shikishima Hatori searches for an exit from Wonderland in spite of Sana Kashimura's protests.
[Review] Africa Salaryman – Episode 1
The rule of thumb in comedy is to never punch down. Unfortunately, Africa Salaryman tries to punch sideways but often ends up misfiring and punching down instead. The post…
Salaryman (サラリーマン, Allegra Pacheco, 2021)
Allegra Pacheco’s wide ranging documentary examines Japan’s contemporary corporate culture through the prism of the salaryman.
A Story to Die For
detective fiction, 推理小説、games, mystery, murder, locked room, Japanese, translations,
A Japanese Teacher’s Reflections on “Living” Language
Japanese teacher Chihiro Morioka reflects on a career spent learning and teaching language in both Japanese and English - and the lessons she's learned.
Anibros Podcast Episode 38 – That Had to Be on Purpose Probably
Your (love for/passing interest in) anime has brought us together once again! The bros you know plus Pat “Ping Pong” Willis rant and…
Living for Enjoyment: High Score Girl 1 and 2
Do you remember the ‘90s? Specifically, do you remember the cult fandom of fighting arcade games? In 1991, sixth-grader Haruo Yaguchi í a slacker in all things except…
The purpose of realism in animation
The concept of realism in animation is a tricky one. Indeed, animation is thought to be the perfect medium to transcend reality and give shape to one’s wildest…
Sonny Boy: Finding Purpose Through Creativity
Sonny Boy is a quiet and complicated story of how everything is meaningless until you place meaning into it yourself.
Why is Onimai Sus on Purpose?
watch while you can, the song used doesn't like being on YouTube for long! Support my work if you like it! https://www.patreon.com/Cariboukun Ebert quote https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/the-isle-2003 Nekotofu interviews https://www.pixivision.net/en/a/8555 https://sekainootomodachi.com/onimai/ Shingo Fujii commentary https://www.animatetimes.com/news/details.php?id=1672029383
Ergo Proxy: Purpose in the Apocalypse
Humanity perpetually exists within an existential crisis, which exhibits no signs of ever reaching a legitimate conclusion. Matthew Roe tackles life's biggest question through the lens of Manglobe's…
The purpose of realism in animation
The concept of realism in animation is a tricky one. Indeed, animation is thought to be the perfect medium to transcend reality and give shape to one’s wildest…
Living Long Enough to Become the Hero – Danmachi:
Usually the Batman quote I’m inverting holds true, shows that start at as awesome (heroes if you will) go on so long and power creep so hard or…
A Living Tribute to the Classics: An Exploration of Super Robot Wars 30
Super Robot Wars is an institution. First released in 1991, it’s a franchise with a ridiculous number of entries – almost all of them built around a very
Some Plans for 2020: What to expect from AGAHA
The festivites are over for another year. Now, we look at not only a new year, but a new decade. It's safe to say that life has certainly…
From Head to Toe: The Fluffiest Loungewear for Winter
Wondering what present to get your best friend? Need something warm and comfy while you work from home? Cover up with these snug-as-a-bug Japanese room wear options.
Review: From a Knight to a Lady Volume 1
Popular manhwa series From a Knight to a Lady comes to print thanks to new publisher Crossed Hearts
National Living Treasures: Japan’s Living Embodiments of Culture
How Japan's national living treasures preserve culture and the clever tactics - including Pokemon! - used to promote their work.
National Living Treasures: Japan’s Living Embodiments of Culture
How Japan's national living treasures preserve culture and the clever tactics - including Pokemon! - used to promote their work.
‘Flying used to be fun until I started doing it for a living’: Kiki, Doing What You Love, and Burnout
Carly Smith stops by TheOASG to explain how she saw Kiki's Delivery Service and something she & Kiki can relate to: burnout while doing something you love.
Luminous Witches – Episode 3 – Aria and Her Struggles to Find Her Purpose
Episode impressions of Luminous Witches Episode 3 as Ginny joining the Royal Air Force to join the music band, Grace heads off for an important meeting after the…
A-Yokai-A-Day: The Man From Saiki Village in Tanba Province Who Became an Oni While Still Living
Happy Halloween! Today marks the end of A-Yokai-A-Day -- a day that is always both sad and a relief for me, as I enjoy doing this project so…
Best Train Lines for Living in Tokyo: The Ginza Line
If you’re looking for a new apartment with access to Central Tokyo and a vast consumer landscape, check out the Ginza Line.
Best Train Lines for Living in Tokyo: The Chiyoda Line
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Best Train Lines for Living in Tokyo: The Tozai Line
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George A. Romero: Night of the Living Dead
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The Living “End”
You know, a hot male fantasy and a hot anime fantasy is for a guy to have a harem of beautiful women, all catering to his every whim…
Living and Dead
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Genjitsu no Yohane – Episode 1 – Forced Back Home Finding a New Purpose
Episode impressions of Genjitsu no Yohane Episode 1 as we see Aqours in a different world as Yoshiko, also known as Yohane, tries to make it in her…
SIRIUS THE JEAGER: REVENGE, TRIBES AND PURPOSE
Hey guys what is up welcome back to my blog I’m so thankful that you guys took the time out of your day to read my blog post.…
The Purpose of Tengen Uzui’s White Headwrap?
The question has plagued my mind ever since I started watching and reading Demon Slayer: why does Tengen Uzui wear a white headwrap? Throughout the time I’ve been…