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Poems from the Frontier of Japan
Most people think of Basho and haiku when they think about Japanese poems. Japanese poetry encompasses more than lovely nature images. The word literature conjures, at least for…
Poems from the Frontier of Japan
Most people think of Basho and haiku when they think about Japanese poems. Japanese poetry encompasses more than lovely nature images. The word literature conjures, at least for…
Pick of the Year: Favorites from 2024
SEAN: Ah, the pick everyone dreads as we try to remember things we enthused about months ago. I think my pick this year, mostly as it was SO…
Pick of the Week: Oldies from 2008
SEAN: The "worthy" pick is The Beast Player, but the "most excited for" pick is the new A Sign of Affection. MICHELLE: Gotta be Therapy Game Restart for…
From the Console of Oldtaku no Radio
Dear listeners, Thank you for your ears and comments and questions and patience with our amateur podcast, Oldtaku no Radio. It has been an absolute joy crafting episodes that…
The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero
Trails from Zero is the fourth game in the Trails franchise, and the first game in the Crossbell duology. While it isn’t strictly necessary to have played the…
All of the Colours from OUTER SPACE
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Imagery from the cracks of my soul
A collection of my writings about my experience with depression and anxiety.
The UNTOLD Tragedy of DAENERYS from Game of Thrones
🎵 Music: Bach - Minuet 🖼️ Image Sources (in chronological order): Thumbnail: https://www.pxfuel.com/en/desktop-wallpaper-iczln https://www.hdwallpapers.in/daenerys_targaryen_game_of_thrones-wallpapers.html https://hdqwalls.com/little-dragon-daenerys-targayen-wallpap https://torstenfleischer342.blogspot.com/2021/07/game-of-thrones-family-tree-game-of.ht https://www.pinterest.com/pin/6417636341316439 http://www.gameofthrones-grfans.com/2014/03/aerys-ii-targaryen.ht https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxGQQMrAQ https://www.pinterest.com/pin/606437906053400676/ https://www.pinterest.com/pin/64584440280492781 https://cinemaparasempre.com.br/index.php/2019/09/05/5-de-setembro-dia-dos-irmaos/viserys_daenerys_targaryen_game_of_thrones/ https://www.ignboards.com/threads/emilia-clarke-as-daenerys-targaryen-is-one-of-the-most-beautiful-human-specimens-i-know.45374587 https://www.pinterest.cl/pin/27190489624136618 http://www.businessinsider.com/game-of-thrones-director-explains-arya-braavos-scene-2016 https://www.express.co.uk/showbiz/tv-radio/1346972/Game-of-Thrones-Daenerys-Targaryen-scrapped-wedding-deleted-scene-Khal-Drogo-HBO https://www.fanpop.com/clubs/khal-drogo/images/30463902/title/drogo-daenerys-photo/ https://www.mcreader.lol/blogs/game-of-thrones-10-characters-who-contributed-the-most-to-daenerys-downfa http://www.theguardian.com/film/2013/oct/27/emilia-clarke-game-of-thrones-interview https://beeketing.com/blog/lessons-from-game-of-thrones/ https://www.fanpop.com/clubs/daenerys-targaryen/images/24490439/title/daenerys-targaryen-jorah-mormont-photo https://hdqwalls.com/wallpaper/1600x1200/daenerys-targaryen-the-betrayed-queen https://kevinalsoblogs.blogspot.com/2017/07/game-of-thrones-post-mortem-of-stormborn.html https://screenrant.com/daenerys-targaryen-quotes-game-of-thrones-hbo/ https://www.businessinsider.com.au/daenerys-game-of-thrones-journey-book-vs-show-2015-10 #gameofthrones #khaleesi #daenerystargaryen #houseofthedragon #asoiaf #got #targaryen #dany #daenerys #gameofthroneshbo #asongoficeandfire #fantasy
From lolicon to moe: the adventures of the bishoujo
Japanese otaku fans are often associated with two controversial concepts: lolicon and moe. Outside of otaku circles, both terms are associated with some sort of abnormal attraction for…
The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, Tokimeki Memorial, Clannad, Gunbuster, Lupin III
Short Animation From The Tokyo University of the Arts!
Hey everyone! This is a short blog post (I don’t normally do these types of posts). I’d just wanted to share this nice animation I found on Vimeo.…
Manga of the Month: Takahashi From the Bike Shop
Takahashi From the Bike Shop by Arare Matsumushi This month’s manga is a romance about a 30-year-old office lady and the rough-around-the-edges bike shop owner she meets in…
Arifureta: From Commonplace to World’s Strongest (Episode 18) – Memories from the Bottom of the Sea
Hajime is looking for the next labyrinth and it’s an underwater one. It should be somewhere around here, but he can’t seem to find it. Oh, wait! There…
From the Archives: Memories of Fuji Rock 2018
My first time to Fuji Rock at Naeba Ski Resort in 2018 was quite the experience. Though Japan has an abundant amount of quality music events, Fuji Rock…
The Things We Learn from Slice-of-Life
This is it, folks! The final installment. We didn’t quite make it to 13, and there was no beach episode, but otherwise, we hope we were able to…
MechaMarch2025: The State of Mecha Anime from 2024
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Highschool of the Dead (Episode 2) – Escape from the Dead
Takashi and Rei struggle to come to terms with what’s happening around them. Meanwhile, Saya Takagi tries to work out the best way to escape. She’s got Kohta…
Like a phoenix from the ashes! Resurrection of the blog!
Greetings fellow anime lovers and retro anime scholars. It’s been way too long. Where have I been? I’d love to say I have an interesting tale to tell…
Mask of the Phantasm: Revisiting A Ghost from the Past
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The View From The Male Gaze: Sexualization Of Female VTubers
Uncover the concerning trend of sexualization of female VTubers. Dive into this nuanced world of VTubing through the lens of a male fan.
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Takashi and Rei struggle to come to terms with what’s happening around them. Meanwhile, Saya Takagi tries to work out the best way to escape. She’s got Kohta…
The Witch From Mercury #10 — The Endless Tension of Meetings
Another pulse pounding episode. This show's on a haphazard schedule for the rest of its run. It's off next week, back for a week, off again, and…
Moving On from the Past (An Analysis of Lelouch of the Re;surrection)
I finally have the chance to watch the entirety of Code Geass, including the Lelouch of the Re;surrection movie, within the last week (I have to thank Netflix…
Letter from the Editor: A Stream of Consciousness Post
TL/DR: Peggy has a long history loving anime+manga and thanks for sticking for sticking with us. Well, this is not the post I expected to make. I was planning…
The History of Lupin III - From Past to Present
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Tune of the Week(ish): Witch from Mercury’s Shukufuku
G-Witch, or Gundam Utena, or more simply: Lesbians in Space! Has been a pretty decent addition to the gundma world. It hasn’t popped off yet, but the music…
5 of the Most Influential Cards from Scholomance Academy
Scholomance Academy introduces a ton of new mechanics into Hearthstone. Here are the cards that matter.
The Witch From Mercury #16 — Sudden Lapses of Amorality
Most scenes main contain tea for some goddamned reason. Impressions: Another tedious episode entirely of people suddenly pretending like they suddenly have moral and ethical standards and…
The Witch From Mercury #13 — But… The Student Code of Conduct!
This show remains such a goddamned mess. Impressions: I had to keep telling myself that there is absolutely nothing better on Sundays this entire episode, and still…
25 Favorite Films from the First Quarter of the 21st Century
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And something new: “Daten” and “Call of the Night” from Call of the Night
I’ve been writing about some old anime the last couple of posts, so how about a theme from a brand new one? Unless you’re reading this twenty years…
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From the Shelves – Hirayasumi
An unlikely pair attempt to find their own paths in Hirayasumi.
This Week in Anime - The Beauty of The Girl from the Other Side
It is strange, and haunting, and tender, and reaffirming all in one, and I cannot recommend it enough to people. This film is great. The manga's great. Nagabe's…
Tales From the XXXX Ep 002: Tales From The Social Distancers
In this Episode of Spiraken's Latest Podcast Show about nothing and everything "Tales From the XXXX" Xan and Gretta discuss the current situation facing the country...Social Distancing. They also…
A review of Miss Kuroitsu from the Monster Development Department
Who from the what now? I wouldn’t be surprised if this title produces a total blank for you — I saw absolutely no talk about this anime while…
Love Advice from the Great Duke of Hell – Webtoon Recommendation
Love Advice from the Great Duke of Hell is just as hilarious as it sounds. Romantic comedies need more demons!
Blast from the… 2023?! – Giant Beasts of Ars Spoiler Review
So, when you look back at older Fantasy, in a certain time frame for anime and a different one for Western media, there’s this palpable “anything goes” feeling…
Insights from the Voice Acting Journey of Marcus M Mauldin
Discover how Marcus M Mauldin navigated the challenges of the voice acting industry to achieve success with the help of his agent Sylvia Gil.
Bi-Weekly Booty: Yumiko Sakaki from The Fruits of Grisaia
Never watched or read this show, but doesn’t meant it doesn’t have a good butt! The Bi-Weekly Booty is Yumiko Sakagi from The Fruits of Grisaia!
Underrated visually STUNNING anime from the makers of Demon Slayer
Prepare to be amazed by the visually stunning anime from the makers of Demon Slayer. This anime is a feast for the eyes with breathtaking animation and captivating…
The Tragedy of Thorkell from Vinland Saga #vinlandsaga #anime #manga
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Bi-Weekly Booty: Yumiko Sakaki from The Fruits of Grisaia
Once again, this is a show I need to take a look at! The Bi-Weekly Booty is Yumiko Sakaki from The Fruit of Grisaia!
Lesser Known Anime from The God of Manga, Osamu Tezuka
Hey everyone! Sorry for the hiatus after such a short-lived return, but I am back (and unfortunately in America). I’ve been using my quarantine time on a number…
The Beautiful Dancer of Edo – A Fairy Tale From Japan
Sakura-ko was a samurai’s daughter who had become a geisha to feed her mother after her father died. She lived on a narrow street. Sounds of geisha practicing…
Review: ROOSTER FIGHTER is far from cock of the walk
Despite its golden action-comedy premise, the Rooster Fighter anime doesn't lean hard enough into its strengths to succeed.
Joujin Kamen Controversy – from the perspective of someone who actually read part of the manga
Before we get in deep: Ichiro Hajime, and Soichi Yamamoto are two pseudonyms for the actual criminal Kazuaki Kurita. I will be, for ease of understanding be referring…
Lessons from 10 Years of Blogging
I’ve been writing for JP for 10 years now. Over those years, my writing style has changed. I hope for the better! I’ve also gained more confidence, although…
Lessons from 10 Years of Blogging
I’ve been writing for JP for 10 years now. Over those years, my writing style has changed. I hope for the better! I’ve also gained more confidence, although…
Sunday Samurai (Comments from the Cast and Staff of the Yaiba reboot)
Hey everyone! This is a quick write-up/translation, but it's a big one nonetheless. As you're reading this, the news of the new Yaiba reboot...
