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CLAMP special feature in May 2022 issue of “Da Vinci” magazine
The May 2022 issue of Da Vinci magazine will have a special feature about CLAMP! The theme will be “collaborations”. Contents include: Interview Mika Ninagawa and Kou Shibasaki…
Issue 18, 2023 - Always a Tokyo Demon Bridesmaid
Never a Tokyo Demon Bride
[Interview] Puff magazine (May issue 1996) – CLAMP interview
1996 was a great year for CLAMP with the completion of RG Veda and Rayearth, and the release of the X movie. What were their thoughts and projects…
Issue 40 2023 - STATION!
Not actually a manga about the aliens from Bill and Ted
Issue 38, 2023 - Boruto: Origins
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Issue 9, 2023 - Manga Meat
Yes, the manga meat bone is real. This week we discuss Weekly Shounen Jump Issue 9, published on January 23rd, 2023.This week's Manga Show and Tell is Kinnikujima…
Issue 8, 2023 - Double Trouble
Lots of discussion of Pixar films and western animation in our discussion of Weekly Shounen Jump Issue 8, published on January 23rd, 2023.This week's Manga Show and Tell…
Issue 12, 2023 - God, Cider!
This week we discuss Weekly Shounen Jump Issue 12, published on February 20th, 2023.This week's Manga Show and Tell is Godsider by Maki Kouji.On this week's Jump Segment,…
Issue 13, 2023 - Vertical Jump
This week we discuss Weekly Shounen Jump Issue 13, published on February 27th, 2023.With the recent cancellations in the magazine (and more to come...), Andrew has picked a…
SPECIAL: Tokyo Babylon Anime Reveal
Lucy and Robin give their first, off-the-cuff reactions to the latest CLAMP news: Tokyo Babylon 2021, the Tokyo Babylon anime we’ve all…hoped for?
Christmas Special 2021: Tokyo Godfathers
Hello everyone, In this special episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason talk about Satoshi Kon's 2003 film, Tokyo Godfathers. It's a film about mistakes, rebirth, and the true…
Christmas Special 2021: Tokyo Godfathers
Hello everyone, In this special episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason talk about Satoshi Kon's 2003 film, Tokyo Godfathers. It's a film about mistakes, rebirth, and the true…
Christmas Special 2021: Tokyo Godfathers
Hello everyone, In this special episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason talk about Satoshi Kon's 2003 film, Tokyo Godfathers. It's a film about mistakes, rebirth, and the true…
Issue 2, 2023 - Manga Musings, Crackstyle
Finally covering Hunter x Hunter on the show, and not a moment too soon. This week features Issue 2 of 2023, originally published 12 December 2022.This week we…
Issue 10, 2023 - Now in 3D!
Apologies for technical difficulties. This week we discuss Weekly Shounen Jump Issue 10, published on February 6th, 2023.This week's Manga Show and Tell is Heart Cocktail by Watase…
Issue 6-7, 2023 - Cool Sonic
Another combined issue this week, featuring chapters from issue 6-7, published on January 7th 2023. This week's Manga Show and Tell is Gannibal by Ninomiya Masaaki. If you…
Issue 1, 2023 - Dr. Eggs, Man
A new season begins
Issue 3, 2023 - Okinawan Golden Kamuy?
This week, Andrew takes us on a trip to the Ryukyu Islands in Show and Tell. In our Jump segment, we cover Issue 3 of 2023, which was…
2023 Goals Status Update (2023-01-31)
With a brand new month on the horizon, it’s time to review my goals, update my goals, and add some new goals.
“JoJo Train Jacking” Takes Place in Tokyo from December 16 to 31, 2023
Tokyo Metro trains are themed after the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure series until the end of December, promoting Part 9: The JOJOLands.
Author Journey (July 31, 2023)
The slight change I made to my schedule is already looking like it was the right choice. I had a great week and even started writing again. Small…
#29 - TIAnime Christmas Special! - Tokyo Godfathers
Sully, Tobias, and Bill gather around the fireplace to chat about Satoshi Kon's Christmas classic. It's definitely the most obvious pick for our Christmas special this year, but…
Issue 15, 2023 - Mahou Shoujo Francisco Franco
This week we discuss Weekly Shounen Jump Issue 15, published on March 13th, 2023.Got a history lesson for you this week as we discuss a manga set during…
Issue 17, 2023 - A Farewell to Waifus
We discuss the recent ending of service for the English language release of Princess Connect Re:Dive, a gacha game that was near and dear to our hearts. We've…
Issue 20, 2023 - He's Not a Robot!?
We don't say yes, we say affirmative
Favorite AMVs of 2023 (#40-#31)
40. Run Makoto Runeditor: qwaqaanime: The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, variousmusic: Apollo 440 – “Don’t Stop the Rock”VPR Warning: All qwaqa’s return to editing was n…
Episode 31: My Life in 2023
The 2023 Animator Dormitory Project is Live! https://gogetfunding.com/animator-dorm-2023/ The Animator Dormitory is made possible thanks to our supporters via crowdfunding. ---------------------------------------------------------------- New Anime Making System Project Phase 1 https://gogetfunding.com/2020-new-anime-making-system-project/ ---------------------------------------------------------------- Raising Wages…
Issue 4-5, 2023 - A Land of Sand
In our Jump segment, we cover combined Issue 4-5 of 2023, which was published on 26 December 2022.This week's show-and-tell is Sandland by the legendary Toriyama Akira.In this…
Issue 16, 2023 - Kyoichiro Goes to Horny Jail
Unfortunately, this week's chapter of Mission: Yozakura Family was so egregious the Horny Police Shiba has injured his bonking hand (er, paw).This week we discuss Weekly Shounen Jump…
2023 Top Jobs in Japan Week 31
Check out the open positions in hospitality, translation, customer service and more in this week's Top Job's in Japan!
Issue 21-22, 2023 - Harvey Choujin: Attorney at Law
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Issue 19, 2023 - NaruTop99, A Race to the Bottom
The results of the NaruTop99 poll came out and boy do we have some thoughtsThis week we discuss Weekly Shounen Jump Issue 19, published on April 10th, 2023.This…
Issue #1
word from the editor Welcome to THE DIALOGUE., the monthly newsletter we hope will foster community, generate conversation, and serve as guidance during your time on the program and beyon…
Cert Issue
Cert Issue Ugh. Looks like my website certificate failed to auto-update and so the site gets ultra scary warnings like this. I’m not selling anything on the site…
Running Around Tokyo, December 2023
We did a lot in a week, let me just say that. When we arrived in Tokyo, my wife and I met up with Sonomi-san, who was my…
Mother’s Day in Tokyo: Special Experience and Gift Ideas
Go the extra mile for that special woman in your life. Here are the best specials and ideas for Mother’s Day in Tokyo 2024.
This Week: Tokyo Area Events for Jul. 31 – Aug. 6
This week there's a resurgence of even more summer festivals! From the Asagaya Tanabata Festival that's back after four long years to the Teganuma Kashiwa Fireworks show, it's…
This Week: Tokyo Area Events for Mar. 25 – 31, 2024
Make the most out of spring! We're back with our weekly roundup of family-friendly Tokyo area events to help you maximize this season.
Favorite AMVs of 2023 (Introduction/Special Mentions)
Welcome to the latest installment of my favorite AMVs of the year. Over the next five (5) days I will be counting down my favorite AMVs from 2023.…
2023 in retrospect: top 50 amvs (40 – 31)
40. Lux – Tokyo Anime: Oniichan wa Oshimai! Song: “Tokyo” by Leat’eq For some of you, this AMV may demonstrate how thin the line can be between “cute”…
Japanese Horror Weekly Wrap-up 2023/12/31
Just a quick wrap up this week because of the end of the year holidays! Thank you for joining us The post Japanese Horror Weekly Wrap-up 2023/12/31 first…
Turn A Gundam Ranks as #1 Favorite Tomino Work in “CONTINUE SPECIAL” Magazine Survey
To commemorate the back-to-back theater releases of the 4th and 5th Gundam Reconguista in G movies—which, as of this writing, are still both being shown in Japanese theaters—a…
This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For October 25-31
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 25-31
This week's roundup of events will have you exploring different spots all over the city. Spend your days browsing through highly acclaimed works of art, iconic fashion pieces…
Issue #68: Optics
Exploring the Koh-Gaku EPs, Naoko Kawai's number-one double A-side and Ano's viral hit "Chu, Tayousei"
Issue #87: Liberation
Exploring the new JUBEE album, Elephant Kashimashi's breakthrough hit and the film Let's Go Karaoke!
Issue #70: Journey
Exploring the new Yurufuwa Gang album, X JAPAN's first number-one and favorite J-drama tie-ins of the year
Issue #73: Remember
The year's last issue brings the newsletter's 50 best anime songs of 2023 and a hit from Sukeban Deka, along with the usual 3 singles
Issue #77: Naive
Discussing the new rowbai and ZARD's "Makenaide," plus recommendations from friends of the newsletter