Shoushimin Series S2 Short Synopsis: Season 2 of Shoushimin, where a bunch of kids solve mundane day to day mysteries around town. Mario: After the bitter end of the last season, which I feel more like a midpoint anyway, we are back with more mundane mysteries to solve. I really enjoy how this second season … Continue reading Spring 2025 Impressions: Shoushimin Series S2, Zatsu Tabi: That’s Journey, Summer Pockets
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