More like this
J-EN Translations: Chatting About Learning Japanese, Translation & More w. Jenn O'Donnell
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast we're talking to Japanese to English translator and podcaster Jenn O'Donnell.
From Nintendo to Hello Kitty, Chatting About Japanese Pop Culture w. Matt Alt
Matt Alt is a localizer of Japanese games and manga. Together with Hiroko Yoda he founded the localization company AltJapan and has authored multiple books on
Yuji Dreams of Noodles: Chatting About Ramen, Fish & Osakana w. Restaurant Owner & Fish Expert Yuji Haraguchi
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Yuji Haraguchi--owner of multiple Japanese restaurants and the Osakana fish market in Brooklyn, New York--talks
20 Talking About Yōkai w/ Author Charles Kowalski
On this extra bonus episode of the Japan Station podcast, we explore the world of yōkai with author and Japan Station listener, Charles Kowalski. Originally from the U.S.…
Tokyo Shinobi Squad
A manga about an elite shinobi squad that tackles jobs in the crime-ridden city of Tokyo in the year 2049. Continue reading →
Shinobi no Ittoki
Shinobi no Ittoki is currently streaming on Crunchyroll....
Shinobi No Ittoki
Episodes: 12 Summary: High school can be a lot—grades, young love, ninjas?! Ittoki Sakuraba’s life takes a turn when he discovers his hidden ninja legacy. Now as the…
Chatting About Food and Adventures with Delicious in Dungeon's Director and Voice Actors
We were able to chat with Delicious in Dungeon's director, Yoshihiro Miyajima, as well as two of its main leads, Kentarō Kumagai (Laios) and Sayaka Senbongi (Marcille).
St. Pius V Corner: Curious About The Divine Mysteries Of Life
God’s economy is directed toward a single end in each of these lives: our salvation and good repute. Even if it is divided in two with regard to…
UPDATES AND CHATTING | Yui with You LIVE!
Some frequently asked questions from last stream... ANSWERED! The two most common questions are in the thumbnail because having them on-screen last time didn't help lol If YOU would…
Shinobi no Ittoki Review — D-
Ninjas! Except they just go to school and argue all day.
Shinobi no mono: Resurrection (1963)
A satisfying conclusion resolves the thematical exploration of destructive capitalistic pleasure in a satisfactorily yet maybe somewhat naive way.
Shinobi no Ittoki – Episode 1
Shinobi no Ittoki dares to make shinobi and ninja boring by plodding along until a murder attempt happens.
Anime Like Shinobi no Ittoki
After the death of his father, Ittoki Sakuraba didn't really think to much of his mother, uncle, and even childhood friend being extra protective of him.
Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan, Shakugan no Shana, Shinobi no Ittoki, Strike the Blood, Himawari
First Impression: Shinobi no Ittoki
Ittoki is a good boy, an overachiever who listens to his mom and excels in, well, basically everything. He’s athletic, good at school, kind, and did I already…
First Look: Shinobi no Ittoki
After nearly being assassinated, average school boy Itokki learns that he is actually the heir of the famous Iga clan, a group of ninjas that have been operating…
First Impressions – Shinobi no Ittoki
First dates are hard. Read more
Capturing a Shinobi and Making Her Your Own! – Fallen Shinobi Releases in English!
On December 19th the Taiwanese publisher Mango Party released an official English translation for the Live 2D SLG nukige "Shinobi Otoshi"
Tonikaku Cawaii Chapter 179 (Mysteries)
AstroNerdBoy reviews Tonikaku Cawaii Chapter 179. Kaguya is very curious as to the secrets of Kyoumaru Mansion and Tokiko's motivations.
Revue Starlight: Well Staged Mysteries
I honestly have a hard time starting this post for a wide variety of reasons. The main reason is the niche fame and favoritism from on this series.…
A Wonderful Mess: About the Japanese Writing System w. Dr. Wes Robertson
On this episode of the Japan Station podcast, Dr. Wes Robertson stops by to talk about the wonderful mess that is the Japanese writing system.
Tokyo Shinobi Squad (ft. Alex Ptak)
The year is 2049, 20 years ago Japan opened up its borders to the world and built a hyperloop, the most incredible infrastructure in history. The only ones…
PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo
While missed opportunities keep PARANORMASIGHT from being a truly standout game, I still enjoyed the process of uncovering the story, even if it goes into some truly off-the-wall…
Mysteries, Maidens, etc #01 — Spooky Chimes
Slap some blood on it. That'll be horror-ish. Impressions: We start out with some kid undressing, then right to the OP that jumps straight to multiple pans…
Goku Midnight Eye: Sexy Cyberpunk Mysteries
Since I am in the mode of inserting random 1980’s ovas onto my blog posts recently, how about another one? The last one was from a very early…
Understanding "Otaku" and Akihabara w. Dr. Patrick W. Galbraith
Dr. Patrick W. Galbraith is a lecturer at Senshu University in Tokyo. He is one of the world's leading expert on the topic of Akihabara and the related
Shinobi no Mono: Band of Assassins (1962)
Yamamoto expertly utilizes the game of disguises, traps, gadgets, concealed passages, hidden stairs, and trapdoors, to offer an allegorical tale of the post-war subject’s conundrum
Shinobi no Mono 2: Revenge (1963) review
Satsuo Yamamoto reveals the frailty and replaceability of the capitalistic father in an engaging way.
Anime Like Mysteries, Maidens, And Mysterious Disappearances
Sumireko Ogawa is a bookstore clerk who, despite celebrating some literary success in high school, has been unable to produce any more quality writing in her
Call of the Night, Dark Gathering, Durarara!!, Mieruko-chan, Mysterious Disappearances
7 Creepiest Real-Life Mysteries From Japan
Explore seven of Japan’s creepiest real-life mysteries, from unsolved killings to almost supernatural-like disappearances.
Fate/Stay Winter: Let the Mysteries Begin!
“Catching up, only to fall behind again” seems to be a bad habit of mine lately. Real life bit me in the butt yesterday by snatching two jobs…
Danganronpa (Season 1): Murder Mysteries At School
Video Games? I have been thinking about how to write about this for a while. How does one talk about Danganronpa when you are not as deep into…
Mysteries, Maidens, Etc #02 — 21 Jump Street
Why did we infiltrate the school just to hide until after school again? Impressions: I wasn't hugely impressed with the script in the first episode, but eesh.…
Vampire Princess Miyu (1988): Cute Vampire Mysteries
The Different Hirano Saga So yeah, this ova is a little bit different. Especially since it doesn’t have any mecha in it in any sort of way. It’s…
Hardcore Hugging w/ Forneia
Denji imagines having self-respect, Undead Unluck creates its own high school AU, and we get something in our eyes discussing Akane-Banashi. NOTE: The sudden cutoff at the end of…
One Piece, Undead Unluck, Black Clover, Chainsaw Man, Cipher
RPCX-03L/W Elcarmal
General Information Unit type: knightmare framePilot: Divock MerteOriginal mechanical designer: Satoshi Shigeta Lineart N/A
Episode 110 - Dimension W
This week, Shaun takes a recommendation from our friends at Blake and Spencer Get Jumped when he shows Remington 2016's sci-fi gem: Dimension W Meanwhile, Remington decides to start…
RPCX-05K/W Fleipnir
General Information Unit type: knightmare framePilot: Heath LottOriginal mechanical designer: Satoshi Shigeta Lineart N/A
Bleach Returns w/ Tekking101
Well, Unohana might still be dead, but there's a chance she might be coming back...4:26 - Bleach One-Shot53:27 - My Hero Academia 32262:04 - Undead Unluck 7468:13 -…
Dimension W Episode Guide
Dimension W Episode Guide: A free energy source powers the world! But Kyōma Mabuchi knows nothing's free. Mira Yurizaki helps him prove it.
Throwing Stars & Broken Hearts in SHINOBI NO ITTOKI
Seasonal First Impressions is a column where I detail my thoughts, however brief or long, about a currently-airing anime’s first episode or so. In a way, it makes perfect…
Strip Shinobi – Senran Kagura: Ninja Flash! Spoiler Review
A little while back, I was breadcrumbed to a certain beat-em-up video game: Senran Kagura (specifically Burst Re:Newal, the re-remake of the first game of the series). It…
Two Idol Fans Have an In-Depth Chat About Selection Project, Part 3 (w/ Leap250)
Hello and welcome back to our conversation about Selection Project! Really sorry about the delay; school’s been keeping me busy but I found some time to finally post!…
Two Idol Fans Have an In-Depth Chat About Selection Project, Part 2 (w/ Leap250)
Hello and welcome back to this interesting conversation I’m having with my good friend Leap250, where we’ve been talking about an idol anime called Selection Project! As you…
Two Idol Fans Have an In-Depth Chat About Selection Project, Part 1 (w/ Leap250)
“Isn’t this just like that other idol show?”
Chatting with Ex-English Teachers in Japan: Stories, Struggles and Success
Have you ever wanted to know what it's like to teach English in Japan? Tune in to what three ex-English teachers have to say.
When they cry – Mysteries and lots of murder
Hey guys what is up welcome back to my blog I’m so thankful that you guys took the time out of your day to read my blog post.…
Sakurada Reset: Supernatural Mysteries and Missed Opportunities || Review
Haruki can reset time but forget she ever did. Meanwhile, Kei remembers everything.
The Mysteries Continue! - One Piece Chapter 1116 Afterthoughts
The Mysteries Continue! - One Piece Chapter 1116 Afterthoughts 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 One Piece…
2022 Favorites: Games w/ Adomisk
I am joined by Greg as we look back at the year of gaming in 2022. I have known Greg for over 10 years so this was fun…