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[Analysis] Black Butler & Aestheticism
Source: Chapter 138 By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting To be honest, after completing my Master’s thesis on Oscar Wilde and aestheticism, I never thought I’d revisit the concept of…
Mechanista in G Ep. 257: MaHA (Man Hunting Attachment) Grab Bag
Download file | Play in new window | Recorded on April 18, 2024 Like that Michael Mann podcast? Hey, welcome to a Joke I Made For No One. This is our second…
Queer and Feminist Perspectives on Japanese Popular Cultures Symposium & Rainbow Book Fair Event Reports
I know I have been a bit spotty this month, but today’s post is, in part, the explanation of why. ^_^ First, I participated with my co-presenter Willow…
Spice and Wolf (2024) - Episode 2 - Holo Wags Tail
Holo bragged to Lawrence about her best attributes. She has a soft, fluffy tail that is impressive. Spice and Wolf (2024) - Episode 2
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Disclosure 67 - Return to Showa (5/16/2023)
This is Manga Musings Rewind: an episode recorded during our long hiatus, published here for your present enjoyment.It's the first chapter of Do Retry, a series we would…
Yolo (热辣滚烫, Jia Ling, 2024)
A woman with low self-esteem learns to fight back after taking up boxing in Jia Ling’s meta dramedy.
2024 Top Jobs in Japan Week 14
Apply to the open sales, IT and warehouse staff positions in this week's Top Job's in Japan!
Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle, Vol. 6
By Hiromu and raemz. Released in Japan as “Chitose-kun wa Ramune Bin no Naka” by Gagaga Bunko. Released in North America by Yen On. Translated by Evie Lund.…
The Archive Undying by Emma Mieko Candon: A Cool Concept Turns Dubious Disaster – Book Review
The Archive Undying by Emma Meiko Candon is a Japanese American science-fiction novel, the first in a series, that revolves around a world comprised of artificially intelligent beings…
The ANN Aftershow - Will You Watch Solo Leveling Season 2?
James and Lynzee reflect on the end of Solo Leveling and whether its worldbuilding is worth its edgy turn. PLUS: The big monsters of Kaiju No. 8, &…
KonoSuba 3 – 03 – The Princess’ Playmate
When Kazuma asks Rain if he’s technically been kidnapped and brought to Belzerg by Princess Iris, she asks that he indulge her desire to have a companion for…
Women, Violence, and Anime
The thought came to my mind while watching Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End (Anyone else annoyed by the lack of the article “the” before “Journey’s”?) that moderns …
Hirohiko Araki Comments on Clint Eastwood’s Dollars Trilogy for 60th Anniversary
Hirohiko Araki comments on 4K restored version of Clint Eastwood's Dollars Trilogy, praising Eastwood's legendary and heroic standing pose.
Samuraiger (Story Version)
DDL Non-adult re-edit of Samuraiger (TOR-54) released on DVD in 2005 and starring Momoe Mizusawa. Yes, a certain adult video producer predated the triangle company in doing a…
Mechanista in G Ep. 258: CMS-328 Desperado
Download file | Play in new window | Recorded on April 24, 2024 How do mobile workers, including our Construction Mobile Suit here, play into “mobile suits have never brought happiness to…
New Shiravune project! — NYO-NIN-JIMA – My New Life in Charge of a Tropical Island
A new Shiravune announcement, to be released this year!
Live Action Poaching Seashore Trailer Revealed + Press Conference Details
Trailer uploaded for Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan TV drama's 9th episode, Poaching Seashore. Issey Takahashi almost fainted in underwater scenes.
The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3 Episode 3: Favorites
The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3 Episode 3: A conspiracy theorist tries to discredit First High. Will Tatsuya's plan stop them?
The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3, The Irregular at Magic High School
KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3 Episode 3 Review
Kazuma becomes Princess Iris's live-in playmate in KonoSuba 3 Episode 3. Do you think Iris will end up joining his party?
Spy X Family Code White Review: A Heartwarming and Hilarious Adventure
So we finally got a movie for Spy X Family and my local theater has decided to stop getting anime movies so I made the 100 mile drive…
KADOKAWA’s Weekly Top 5 Manga and Light Novel: April 17 – April 23, 2024
Please note that from the looks of it, the rankings provided by KADOKAWA are limited to that of Japan only. The methodology is not provided, however, it is…
Voice Actors And Their Secret Real Names
Im sorry but Noel Beethoven is wild. 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
Mysterious Disappearances #03 — Cow Spit
…Riiight. Impressions: I'm ready to call it quits on this one too. The awful mysteries are bad, but that's par for the course for anime. Not the…
AniTAY Podcast S9 E7: Gugsy’s Latest War Crime
It’s a new season, and that means a lot of new anime to talk about, and takes so bad they could be considered war crimes! Join DocKev…
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime (Episode 51) – Peaceful Days
After defeating Clayman’s forces, there were many prisoners. On top of that, then there were the refugees from Eurazania. With the sudden influx of new people, Rimuru decided…
Old-School Noodle Goodness: Kanda Yabu Soba
While in Japan last winter, I decided to check out one of the oldest soba shops in Tokyo, Kanda Yabu Soba. The restaurant dates all the way back…
Dark Moon: The Blood Altar Volumes 1-2 Manhwa Review
Some books are good. Some books read like self-insert fanfiction from the early days of AO3, but you can't stop reading and enjoying them. Dark Moon: The Blood…
Beyond Birdie Wing: COVID-19’s Impact On Golf Anime Adaptations
In the wake of COVID-19’s initial wave, though, golf provided a space for social occasions during a time of necessary isolation.
Spring 2024 – Mono’s Extremely Brief Takes – Week 3
Hello and welcome to Anime Rants! I’m sorry my post for week 3 is a few days late, but let’s dive right into episode reviews! Please enjoy my…
Yuri-themed Board Game Sisters of Dangerous Yuri Council (ヤバ百合会の妹たち), Guest Review by Lee Sanhwa
Yuri Ranbou, which I reviewed earlier this month here on Okazu, is not the only Yuri-themed board game developed by Stromatosoft. Here is Sisters of Dangerous Yuri Council,…
The curious case of K-Pop’s obsession with Don Quixote
Hey friends, I hope you’re all doing well! Today’s gonna be a weird post. There, I admitted it. But it’s been something I’ve been thinking about since I…
Spring 2024 – Week 4 in Review
Hello folks, and welcome back to Wrong Every Time. It’s been another productive week on my end, as I’ve reduced my outstanding Current Projects to less than a…
Mobile Suit Gundam, Night on the Galactic Railroad, One Piece, Unico
When You Understand: Earphones
Stories with a hidden twist! Can you guess what’s really going on? Scroll further down to find the answer… The post When You Understand: Earphones first appeared…
Ultraman Z – Development and Fanservice
Z is a series that starts out mostly like most Ultraman series do with some interesting twists. There is an elite group called storage that fights kaiju with…
188: Oops! All Sketches 2
The Sickos come bearing eleven killer sketches that will make you hoot and laugh and go nuts. Join us as we travel through time, meet god, become Michelin…
Writing Prompt: How often do you watch anime outside of your comfort zone? And how do you rate them?
It’ll be a quick and easy prompt this time around!
Spy x Family Movie: Code White – Movie Review
I won’t lie I was utterly shocked that this was playing not only within driving distance of my home, but also with English subtitles. Compared to the utter…
The Power of God and Anime Podcast, Episode 1: Neon Genesis Mikevangelion
Statedogg is back! We’re happy to post the very first episode of a new podcast featuring Mike of Mike’s Geek World and formerly of the Tangle x Cast.…
Interview: Voice Actors Rika Hayashi and Hiroki Tōchi Talk About Their New Golf Anime, Tonbo!
Hayashi and Tōchi play mentee/mentor in heart-warming golf anime series.
Kami wa Game ni Ueteiru. Episode #02
So, about that giant monster that appeared at the end of the first episode? Well before the appearance of the Titan, Fay Theo Philus will have to meet…
Anime industry fights Big Tech's AI control
Plus: Japanese government scrutinizes anime contracts; Chinese flock to see 'The Boy and the Heron'; Anime home video market declines again; and more
Rokka -Braves of the Six Flowers- (Episode 5) – The Seventh Brave
There are seven Braves trapped within the barrier and the only way out is for the Brave who cast it to undo it or die! However, they can’t…
Spy x Family: Code White-One Crazy Vacation
Spy x Family: Code White Review For a series that’s only been around for five years, it’s impressive how fast Spy x Family has earned its spot in pop culture. Set…
Box Art Extravaganza: APril 2024
With the absence of any particular Gunpla I’m interested in getting this April, let’s swing to the good folks over at Good Smile Company as they do have…
Unnamed Memory – Episode 03 Review
「森の見る夢」 (Mori no Miru Yume) "What the Forest Dreams of" It's all fun and games until you open your eyes
Tune of the Week(ish): Date A Live V’s Hitohira
Look, I think the opening theme is absolutely fantastic, but respect must be paid to sweet ARMS, who have been here since the start. The Tune of the…
One Piece Episode 1101 Review:
In One Piece Episode 1101, Luffy continues to dominate Lucci and so do the Seraphim.
Firechick's Anime Reviews: Cardcaptor Sakura Movie 1
Rating : 80/100 In the wake of Cardcaptor Sakura s popularity in Japan, it was only a matter of time before it got a movie, and sure enough,…
Kenta Dedachi’s SHUNRAN sweeps you away like a Spring Storm.
Ever since I heard Kenta Dedachi on his track Goldfish, he immediately impressed me with how he was able to pair his velvety voice with addictively easy to…
OtakuGeneration.net :: (Show #985) Seasonal Reviews
Shownotes :: (show 985) :: () :: () :: () :: () With Seasonal Reviews, recorded live April 22nd, 2024. This week we're into the 3rd week…
C-pia! Magazine Volume 3
After a short break, C-pia! Magazine is back! It’s the third volume, and this time, it’s centered around the ’80s and ’90s. Very classic. We’ve got news on…
Grandpa And Grandma Turn Young Again Episode 3 Review – The Darn Hourglass
I need Rice Field Hazard III now.
Weekly Round-Up, 17-23 April 2024: North Korean Animators, Ice Adolescence Cancelled, and 30 Years of Tokyo Pride
AniFem Round-Up 2024 Spring Premiere Digest All our spring premiere reviews in one place, plus some updated content warnings for shows with multiple episodes out. Anime Feminist Recommendations…