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History Of Ecchi
The history of Ecchi Media and how it evolved over time Twitter: https://twitter.com/Dirkoin 00:00 Introduction 00:51 physical Media 02:54 Digital Media 04:44 OVA 06:13 Modern Media


A History of Ecchi Part 3: A teacher that everyone loves, the Oni-alien and more
Hi and welcome to this series of articles about a genre so controversial and problematic to some, yet so enticing and interesting to…
Episode 330 - The Worlds of Go Nagai
This week, Shaun is out sick so Dylan has stepped in with a bit of a history lesson regarding one of the pioneers of the manga industry, Go…
A History of Ecchi Part 1: Japanese Erotica, Where It All Started
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History of Saban Part 2
Saban finds an ally in Margaret Loesch, helping to bring in a new wave of transforming heroes to kids. The success would open new doors for anime in…


Go Nagai was insane for this one
12 Days of Aniblogging 2023, Day 8 I like to always have manga of dubious quality on tap for when I’m having trouble sleeping. Ideally, reading a few chapters…


The History and Production of Turn A Gundam: Part III – Prelude
Continuing my series of articles detailing the history and production of Turn A Gundam! My goal is to provide an accessible source of context and knowledge for reference…
Kinnikuman II-Sei Part 2: Go! (Go!) Go! (Go!)... FIGHT!
Previously on the Kinnikuman II-Sei Review: "The first half of the TV anime adaptation of Kinnikuman II-Sei does admittedly have a bit of ...


Brief Thoughts On: CB Character Go Nagai World
I had a pretty good time with CB Character Go Nagai World. It's goofy and its story has some interesting twists.
CB Character Go Nagai World, Devilman, Great Mazinger, Mazinger Z
Evidence #20: Exhibition Go Nagai Book (Circa. 1998)
Sorry about the long wait guys, didn't mean to make this place so lonely... So I could give a huge excuse as…


Today on Yuri Studio – A Brief History of Yuri, Part 2
One last video for Season 3 of Yuri Studio! Even though I only presented A (Very Brief) History of Yuri originally in 2016, so much has happened in…


The History and Production of Turn A Gundam: Part II – Influences & Inspiration
Continuing my series of blog posts detailing the history and production of Turn A Gundam! My goal is to provide an accessible source of context and knowledge for…


The History and Production of Turn A Gundam: Part IV – The Era of Turn A Gundam
Continuing my series of articles detailing the history and production of Turn A Gundam! My goal is to provide an accessible source of context and knowledge for reference…


Ep.45: Devilman The Classic Collection Vol. 1, by Go Nagai
Mangasplaining checks out the inspiration for the Netflix anime DEVILMAN CRYBABY with DEVILMAN CLASSIC COLLECTION VOL 1 by Go Nagai!
A Brief History of Anime Penguins – PART TWO!!
In the light of Polar Bear’s Cafe and it’s high Penguin content, it’s time to look back once again at the penguins through the history of anime. CHECK…
The Sorceress' Revolt: Ko Biji's Story - Part 2 Chapter 2
The Sorceress' Revolt Author: Toriumi Jinzō Translator: Ainikki the Archivist Ko Biji's Story Part Two: Salt Smugglers …
The Sorceress' Revolt - Ko Eiji's Story - Part 2 Chapter 2
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The History of TMS – 2 : A Star Is Born
During the 60’s, Tokyo Movie, still a small studio, laid low and only produced one new show in 1967, the SF-manga adaptation Perman. But they were working hard…


History of Saban: Part 3
Haim Saban pulls Disney into his circle, alongside politicians. Meanwhile Power Rangers gets a fresh coat of paint.


History of Saban: Part 1
In the first installment of a three-part feature, Kurt Yoder chronicles Haim Saban's beginnings in music to his early cartoon career with Inspector Gadget, Mysterious Cities of Gold…
The Appeal of Ecchi Shows
Ecchi shows get a negative initial response from the general public. These are often looked down upon as cheaply made, horrible shows, that are only focused on the…


The MOST Controversial Anime of 2023
Onimai is one of the most controversial anime we had in quite a while. Here's why. This Anime was released in the winter 2023 anime season by…


“Cross Manage” And The Benefits of Reading Obscure Manga
I recently read Irina’s Anime Confessions post where she mentioned the pressures of having to like universally loved anime. It is true for me that knowing what other…


The History and Production of Turn A Gundam: Part I – Victory Gundam & Battling Depression
It’s Turn A Gundam’s 22nd anniversary! To celebrate, I’m unveiling something big. Welcome to a series of blog posts detailing the history and production of Turn A Gundam!…


Comics and the Origins of Manga: A Revisionist History
Sometimes I com across a book that, while outside of my normal area of study, is so mind-blowing, I really just want people to know about it. Comics…
The history of TMS – Part 6 : Lupin the Third
In the 70’s, TMS and its subcontractors managed to create two aesthetics of their own, one centered around the A Pro comedies and the other the Madhouse dramas.…
The history of TMS – Part 3 : The watershed years
In 1973, anime celebrated its first decade of existence. But the anime industry in 1973 was almost a world apart from what it was 10 years earlier :…
The history of TMS – Part 4 : The golden age
Last time, I covered the changes in anime from the perspective of the industry : how studios evolved, how staff moved from one place to the other, and…
Project A-ko 2, 3, and 4 Blu-Rays
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A History of Murder
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The History of Tatsunoko – 2 – Experimental anime
The “realist” aesthetic and approach of the show was possible thanks to its director, who in fact debuted as chief director: the second of the three Yoshida brothers,…


Controversial Chinese Influencer Desecrates Controversial Japanese Shrine
Japanese police are after a notorious Chinese social media influencer who defaced Yasukuni Shrine to boost his own reputation.
The Sorceress' Revolt - Ko Eiji's Story - Part 4 Chapter 2
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The Sorceress' Revolt: Ko Biji's Story - Part 2 Chapter 4
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The Sorceress' Revolt - Ko Eiji's Story - Part 2 Chapter 3
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The Sorceress' Revolt - Ko Biji's Story - Part 4 Chapter 2
The Sorceress' Revolt Author: Toriumi Jinzō Translator: Ainikki the Archivist Ko Biji's StoryPart Four: The Heavenly BookChapter 2 Our universe is vast and contains a…
The Sorceress' Revolt - Ko Eiji's Story - Part 2 Chapter 1
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The Sorceress' Revolt - Ko Biji's Story - Part 9 Chapter 2
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The Sorceress' Revolt - Ko Biji's Story - Part 5 Chapter 2
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The Sorceress' Revolt - Ko Eiji's Story - Part 5 Chapter 2
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Oshi No Ko Delayed, LiSA Sings About Spiders, and Konami Forgets Kojima | Today's Anime News
► Support me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/Arkada ► Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/GlassReflection 00:00 - INTRO 00:19 - [Oshi no Ko] Delays Episode 8 until June 7 03:54 - LiSA Sings Exclusive Japan-Only…


The Rise of a King, Hiccup - Part 2
Summarizing part 1, Stoick is overprotective (in HTTYD 1) and that overprotectiveness has limited Hiccup from: Being able to connect well with other people in the village, which is important…


The Otakusphere: Recommendations, history and a whole lot of reviews
Here we are at the end of another week or the beginning of one depending on how you look at the passing of time. Personally, I’m not thrilled…