In this episode, Xan reviews a Josei manga anthology that focuses on romances occurring on or near train stations. So grab your suicaa card, sit back and enjoy as he reviews "Maiden Railways" by Asumiko Nakamura. As our host goes over the author's obsession with the Odawara Line, he also goes over the amazing art style, the confusing narrative and wonders what he does not get about this story. Remember to follow us @spiraken on Twitter and @spiraken on Instagram, also if you would kindly, please go to www.tinyurl.com/helpxan and give us a great rating on Apple Podcasts. Thank you and hope you enjoy this episode. #spiraken #mangareview #wheelofmanga #Joseimanga #maidenrailways #nakamuraasumiko #tetsudoshojo #romancemanga #manga #spirakenreviewpodcast Music Used in This Episode: Closing Theme- Honey by Bad Snacks (Youtube Audio Library) Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spiraken/Our Email Spiraken@gmail.comXan's Email xan@spiraken.comOur Twitter SpirakenYoutube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/spirakenOur Amazon Store http://www.amazon.com/shops/spiraken Random Question of the Day: What is Xan not getting about this manga anthology?
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