November 2020. Suffice to say, a lot was happening then. But one of the many headlines from that time period was that Penguin Random House, the largest book publisher in the US, wanted to buy rival Simon & Schuster from ViacomCBS (now Paramount Global). Likely due to the change of leadership, the US government sued […]
Nov 9, 2022 • Subscribe
More like this
Simon & Schuster Can’t Go to Its New House Just Yet
“The bigger, the better.” It’s a common saying, and the opposite of something like, “Good things come in small packages.” Neither are necessarily wrong, especially in the world…
DIY: Find a New Hobby with Anime
Hunting for a new hobby? There's an anime for that! Ember Reviews takes a look at the sporty, casual, and artistic hobbies featured in our favorite shows.
Help! I Need a New Anime Series!
Now that I’ve finally watched the last episode of Witch Hunter Robin (the final Witch Hunter Robin episode review will be available later this week) I’m left with…
A Final Update (Probably)
Some of you may have noticed that I have written one post since August 31st. For those who have not, let the records show that I have written…
The Need to Be a Hunter
Solo Leveling Ep 8 Review After the recap episode from last week, Solo Leveling is back. Sadly, anyone looking forward to more action will be disappointed with this episode. Instead,…
Anime Doesn’t Need a Reason to Dance!
Some anime series are so excited to start their story that the characters just can’t help but break out into a dance! Likewise, there are nearly as many…
A 90s Shoujo You Need To Know
Baby Love The age old story of childhood love.. this little girl swears to be this guys bride someday.. And he replies.. So only 4 years later.. She.. Turns into her.. and…
Manta Comics, A New Place to Find Your WebComics and Under the Oak Tree Recommendation.
Under the Oak Tree webcomic is now available in English for the first time, and just in time for St-Valentine's day!
House To Myself!
My parents are going to a fancy winery thats far away from here, so Ill have the house to myself for most of the day! Woohoo! Perfect for…
When You Need A New VRMMORPG Fix (Shangri-La Frontier)
So, as someone who enjoys Log Horizon and Infinite Dendrogram, it goes without saying that I am a fan of VRMMORPG stories. Don’t get me wrong, if those…
Japan Struggles to Find Solutions to Overtourism
Residents of tourist hotspots in Japan are expressing their frustration as overtourism causes congestion and creates safety hazards.
How to Find Great Manga to Read
We’re in an awesome time for manga reading in the West. Physical manga volumes are flying off the shelves in a time when digital reading is becoming more…
We Need To Talk.
Old Gen vs New Gen. Let's talk about it. Lupin the Third Statue: collectors.com/products/lupin-the-3rd-lupin-fujiko-jigen Discount Code: "TMLUPIN" for $25 off ► "Copyright Disclaimer, Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976,…
I'm probably less likely to watch Wonder Egg Priority if I find out what it's about before it starts
I don't have a "Girls With Whips" tag.
IS: Infinite Stratos 01 – She will need that Handicap
For my first taste of Winter 2011 season this left me so hyped. So Infinite Stratos is about Orimura Ichika, the only male that’s able to ride the…
Where to Find Turkey in Japan
Discover where to find turkey in Japan, from online stores to local markets, and make your holiday feast a success.
Where To Find Indie VTuber Groups
Indie VTubers groups are hard to find if you don't know where to look. This indie group list is where you'll find your next favorite VTuber.
How To Find Free VTuber Assets
Getting into VTubing was never as inexpensive as today. Now you can find free assets to use in your streaming, let's find out how.
House To Myself Tomorrow!
Man, Ive been getting quite a bit of chances to have the whole house to myself this month. Tomorrow my parents are going somewhere to sell a guy…
Will Nissin’s New “Gaming Cup Noodle” Spur You to Victory?
Gamers: Would you eat noodles with caffeine and niacin if it meant the difference between victory and defeat? Nissin is betting you will.
The Top 10 Anime of 2014 That I Will Never Find The Time To Finish Watching
10) Rowdy Sumo Matsutaro I managed to watch 6 episodes of this story of a jerk becoming a sumo wrestler. Only 17 more to go! 9) Hozuki no Reitetsu 4.5…
Japan’s New Entry System for Tourists (JESTA): What You Need to Know
Japan will introduce JESTA, a new tourist entry system, adding pre-screening requirements for visitors from many visa-exempt countries.
How to Find a Job in Japan When You Live Overseas
Getting a job in Japan when you don’t live in Japan: what’s available, how much Japanese do you need and how to apply. Introducing the “Overseas OK” button!
A Welcome to New Visitors
My name is Se Dice Bisonte, and I’ve been having fun with Is That You, Moatilliatta? for about a month now. ITYM? was accepted onto the Anime Nano…
Episode 73 - Dr. Simon Partner (Duke)
In this episode, Dr. Partner retraces the footsteps of Japanese merchant Shinohara Chūemon in treaty-port Yokohama in the 1850-1860s, emphasizing the individual efforts from the bottom-up that made…
Cane Fire (Anthony Banua-Simon, 2020)
Banua-Simon’s multimedia doc explores the ongoing effects of contemporary colonialism through the prism of Hollywood’s presentation of the Hawaiian paradise.
Does Anime Need to Change?
Anime has come a long way, but should it move in a new direction?
Where To Find Art Supplies In Tokyo
Ready your wallets, art supplies in Tokyo abound! We’re here to introduce seven must visit historical art shops in the city.
This NEW Anime will TRICK YOU
Migi and Dali is a comedy anime that's also somewhat creepy following the story of two twins Migi and Dali. Only one of which gets adopted from an…
Ragna Crimson, The Apothecary Diaries, Undead Unluck, Black Butler, Haven't You Heard? I'm Sakamoto
This is A List Of Manga You Need to Read
Manga recommendations If You Like These Manga If you like Berserk Read Claymore Ube Blatt Devil Man ------------------------ If you like Vinland Saga Read Vagabond Kingdom Scipio to Hannibal…
Want to Climb Mt. Fuji? You’ll Need a Reservation Now
In a bid to stop overtourism, Yamanashi Prefecture has launched a website and registration system for would-be Mt. Fuji climbers.
I Need a King Gainer
Continuing the theme from the previous update, the King Gainer section has been updated to include mecha and vehicle profiles. Like yesterday’s mecha updates for Ideon and Xabungle, the…
Love Live! Superstar!! – Episode 9 – The Quest To Find a Group Name
Episode impressions of Love Live! Superstar!! Episode 9 as Ren joins the School Idol Club after finding out that her mother enjoyed being a school idol, here comes…
How To Find A Foreign Baby Name That Also Works in Japanese
Looking for a cross-cultural name for your little one? We have you covered! Read on for a how-to guide on finding names from non-Japanese languages that would feel…
Episode 37 - Dr. Melek Ortabasi (Simon Fraser)
In this episode, Dr. Melek Ortabasi retells the story of folklore focusing on the works of Yanagita Kunio, and gives a comparative look at children's literature in the…
Simon Hsu: Unsung Shaw Bros. Action Director
Shaw Bros. martial arts films of the 1960s and ‘70s boasted numerous great action choreographers. The celebrated team of Lau Kar Leung and Tang Chia worked on most…
I’m moving to a new blog!
It has been such a long time, over two years, since I last wrote a post here. During that time, I’d occasionally queue up a post, scribble a few…
Welcome To a Brand New Us
You may have noticed something different. Yes, we're finally dragging Random Curiosity kicking and screaming into the mobile age. I know, I know, we're about five years late to…
Moving on to a new website!
Dear Reader and Subscriber, this email is to inform you about a change in websites. I’m moving from Substack to my very own and new website under the…
Pizza Hut... We Need To Talk
I have no further comment. Edited/Written by: @TeeHallumsYT SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/totallynotmark FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/totallynotmark FOLLOW ME ON TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@totallynotmark
I Need to Start Blogging Again
Oooh dear… It’s been awhile, huh? I said that I was going to put more long-form posts here, but in the end, I have been too busy/lazy (the…
Josei Manga You NEED to Read
Ahhh, josei... The forgotten demographic of anime and manga... Well not on my watch. Read some josei manga expeditiously! Thank you Walt's Comic Shop for sponsoring a portion of…
Rudy & Sylphie Need to Date Already
Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation S2 Ep 10 Review When the year comes to an end and the time comes for anime fans to list their top waifu’s, Sylphiette…
UGLIEST Manhwa You NEED to Read
Escape Room is a series about a young man Sean, who one day finds himself locked in a strange room. This is probably THE UGLIEST manhwa on Webtoon…
BL Anime You Need to Watch
The few available BL anime makes it easier for the fandom to watch all of them just to satisfy the yearning for 2D action. In this blog, I…
![Featured image for Will Wignall Find His RESOLVE?! Wistoria: Wand and Sword Episode 10 [Video Review]](https://cdn.aniblogtracker.com/live/20240918/1726683224.90358.131136.jpg)
Will Wignall Find His RESOLVE?! Wistoria: Wand and Sword Episode 10 [Video Review]
Wignall dropped a bombshell to show his true colors and the villains put the main characters in an inescapable bind. Time and time again, we see our hero,…
Shadows House S2 Review — A-
The children continue to uncover the mysteries of Shadows House.
Social Media Updates (AKA “Where to Find Me”)
Hi all, once again it’s been a long while. I briefly mentioned this in my previous update (following Anime Detour), but I kind of fell off the face…
Alcoholism In Japan and Where To Find Help
If you have a drinking problem and want to find help, there are places you can turn to for help with alcoholism in Japan.
Everything You Need to Know About Finding a Job in Japan
GaijinPot goes over the basic requirements for starting your job search, best practices for job hunting and answer frequently asked questions.