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10 Years
While I have tried my best to keep this blog alive with sporadic posts about anime, music, and other random crap, I have not made as many LiveJournal-style…
The VA Effect
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10 years after, live
In 2 days it will be the 10-year anniversary of this blog. WOW! Longtime readers may have noticed an absence of new posts this year. Nope, I’m not…
Makima’s VA caught a disease
Makima’s VA has an incurable disease Chainsaw Man (Japanese: チェンソーマン, Hepburn: Chensō Man) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Tatsuki Fujimoto. Its first arc was serialized…
JP Turns 10 Years Old
Ten years is rather old for a blog, especially one that happened by accident. While I was aware of anime and watched it on Toonami, I didn’t have…
10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki
By Helen McCarthy. There are many ways to explore and interrogate an artist’s work. One is through experiencing and analysing the work itself. Another is through contact with…
On Hold For Nine Years
Over nine years. That’s how long I’ve been meaning to get back to Monogatari. Which one? Shaft’s Monogatari. Shinbo’s Monogatari. Nisioisin’s Monogatari. THE Monogatar…
New Years Goals for 2023
2023 is coming up, and this is the year I’m most looking forward to. The goals I set for myself in 2022 have not been great for my…
New Years Goals for 2024
Although I have switched to a new system of goals in 2023, I figured I still might as well list my New Years Goals for 2024. I will…
This Week: Tokyo Area Events for Dec 4 – 10
You know the holiday season is approaching in Tokyo when Christmas markets begin popping up all over the city. This week, start getting into the holiday spirit with…
10 new Romance Manga for the beach this Summer
Off to the beach this summer? Don't forget 10 new Romance Manga for the beach this Summer! Yes you'll get sand in the spine but you'll have a…
This Week: Tokyo Area Events for July 10 – 16
This week, head to all the different summer festivals happening around Tokyo. From Ueno to Hibiya to Yoyogi, there's always something brewing. If you'd rather stay indoors, check…
This Week: Tokyo Area Events for April 10 – 16
Spring is in the air and what better way to celebrate the season of new beginnings than heading out and going on an adventure? Whether you're shopping sustainably…
This Week: Tokyo Area Events for Sep. 4 – 10
With the last few weeks of summer just around the corner, we've rounded up the most exciting events and exhibit Tokyo has got to offer this week. From…
Celebrating 10 Years of Haikugirl’s Japan!
I know, I know, I’ve been super quiet lately and you probably think I’ve given up on Haikugirl’s Japan, but I’m still here! I’m a strong believer in…
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…
Otaku Journalist is 10 years old!
Have you seen the new ad for anime on Disney Plus? “It’s not about being otaku, it’s about being… you.” Even now it is exhilarating to me to…
New Years Goals for 2022 Update
The year is more than halfway over, and now would be a good time to make an update post for the New Years’ Goals I made in 2022.
Thank You for 8 Years Together!
Long time to see, friends! It’s been 8 years since I first opened Takuto’s Anime Cafe!! 🥳 I’ve had all kinds of amazing opportunities throughout this time, including…
Thank You for 8 Years Together!
Long time to see, friends! It’s been 8 years since I first opened Takuto’s Anime Cafe!! 🥳 I’ve had all kinds of amazing opportunities throughout this time, including…
This Blog is Almost Ten Years Old
These days, I don’t have the time to write here. However, I’m not planning to abandon this blog. Around tow years ago, I started renewing it hcanging the…
This Blog is Almost Ten Years Old
These days, I don’t have the time to write here. However, I’m not planning to abandon this blog. Around tow years ago, I started renewing it hcanging the…
This CRAZY Anime is 12 YEARS OLD...
Denpa Onna to Seishun Otoko is a sci-fi anime with comedy and subtle hints of romance and aliens following the story of the disappeared Erio Touwa and her…
Ground Control to Psychoelectric Girl, Ragna Crimson, The Apothecary Diaries, Undead Unluck, Ground Control to Psychoelectric Girl Special
This Anime is BACK After 7 YEARS...
Blue Exorcist season 3 is coming after 7 years. An anime following Rin Okumura and amazing soundtracks from Hiroyuki Sawano known for his music in Attack on Titan,…
Blue Exorcist -Shimane Illuminati Saga-, Attack on Titan, Dark Gathering, Horimiya, JUJUTSU KAISEN
This Week: Tokyo Area Events for Mar. 4 – 10, 2024
Say hello to spring! Visit these family-friendly Tokyo area events that we're sure you'll love. Let's make the most out of the new season!
AHHHHHHHHH I'VE BEEN WAITING YEARS FOR THIS! - Hunter x Hunter Chapter 395 LIVE REACTION
Hunter x Hunter Chapter 395 LIVE REACTION Become a member! - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xIqX93EXRtB4z58AbCarg/join Discord - https://discord.gg/enRG5QR Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/thekingofrecons Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/OuterHeavenRecon/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/YoshidaShoyou Click here to Subscribe - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4xIqX93EXRtB4z58AbCarg Bleach Reactions/Discussions -…
The Charm Park shoots straight for your heart in his theme song for Orange Lamp.
It took just one listen, to know that Self Note had an aesthetic beauty and emotional gravity to it that had the ability to take you on a…
Comic Girls: The Mentors 10 years prior
Introduction This episode primarily focuses on the story of Ririka Hanazono (Dorm mother), Mayu Amisawa (Manga editor) and Miharu Nijino (Kaos’s Teacher). 10 years prior, the 3 were part of a…
TheCynicClinic - 10 Years of Weebin and Dweebin
10 Years ago today I uploaded a video called 'Cynic Clinic Reviews - FLCL'. Trying to ignore the existential dread of approaching my 30s, in this video I…
I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level, Vol. 10
By Kisetsu Morita and Benio. Released in Japan as “Slime Taoshite 300 Nen, Shiranai Uchi ni Level MAX ni Nattemashita” by GA Novels. Released in North America by…
My Experiences on Learning Japanese for 10 Years and Why You Should Do It
Last time, I shared some of the tools I use to solve the remember the Kanji problem and what I use as my dictionary. It’s been a little…
Episode 119, "Marco Is Straight"
On this episode of The One Piece Podcast we have an Anime Recap for Episode 461, a Manga Recap for Chapter 595, our Dude and Zach’s Dance Carnival…
Episode 119, "Marco Is Straight"
On this episode of The One Piece Podcast we have an Anime Recap for Episode 461, a Manga Recap for Chapter 595, our Dude and Zach’s Dance Carnival…
RG GaoGaiGar: Straight Build Preview
I mentioned when I made the post about the HGAC Shenlong Gundam straight build preview video from Bandai Namco Korea that what I’m really waiting is the preview…
This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For January 10-16
From modern to traditional, this week is all about indulging yourself in art and culture. On the agenda are several exhibitions covering art and expression in various forms.…
This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For October 4-10
The coronavirus situation continues across Japan, especially in Tokyo. For the sake of yourself and others, we recommend that you take whatever precautions necessary when leaving your home.…
This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For July 4-10
This week is all about making your dreams come true, being bold enough to make another wish and work toward achieving it! Here is our weekly round-up of…
This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For April 4-10
The weather promises to be perfect and the cherry blossoms are now officially in full bloom, so this weekend is all 'bout that sakura. Go out and explore…
This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For October 10-16
Enjoy the cool autumnal temperatures with this week's various outdoor events. There's music and dancing and even an outdoor cinema to end the night.
Why This Japanese Couple Divorces Every Three Years
Married Japanese couples are prevented by law from having separate last names. But one Tokyo couple has found a clever workaround.
VA Steve Blum: “I’m a terrible anime fan”
Voice actors Steve Blum, on anime and live action Cowboy Bebop; and Mary Elizabeth McGlynn on cosplay and what she would look like as a man
I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level Episode 10 Impressions
Post sponsored by Lynn Sheridan A minstrel comes to town in I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and well that about sums up the plot for this…
On Playing Caves of Qud For A Month Straight and Developing an RSI
12 Days of Aniblogging 2022, Day 4 With the recent successful commercial launch of Dwarf Fortress, I wanted to take a break from anime and recount my own experiences…
10 Years Later, Radiant Shines Brighter Than Ever
Tony Valente’s Radiant is a shonen tour de force and a beautifully powerful story of survivors, heroism and humanity.
300 Years Killing Slimes Episode 10: Rory’s Dream
In which the writers made Rory’s dream come true. Sir Nickolas is also in for a treat whenever he gets to this episode.
Yama Con 2022 Review: 10 Years Going Strong
So, another year has come and gone, and I end my year of conventions once again at Yama Con. While this is a convention, I am very well…
Those Final Steps – 10 Years of Anime Blogging
Here I am, finally taking my final steps in the blogosphere on Anime Viking. And I have been okay with it for a long time, no longer trembling…
This Took 15 Years: RIOBOT “Henkei Gattai” Gurren Lagann
It’s been 15 years since Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann made its television debut, and I am surprised it took that long for someone to make a functionally combining…