Catch up on the Spring 2025 anime season! This week’s Friday anime served up bittersweet friendships, divine awakenings, and comedic mysteries under a starry sky.
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Reflecting on Friday’s Anime Releases #1: A Review
A full breakdown of Friday anime releases for Spring 2025, including standout romcom chaos in Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive?, survival fantasy in Teogonia, and AI experiments in…
A Ninja and an Assassin Under One Roof, Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive?, Teogonia, The Dinner Table Detective
Reflecting on Friday’s Anime Releases #2: A Review
From emotional meltdowns to divine duels and snarky sleuths, this week’s Friday’s anime lineup brought chaos, charm, and just enough drama to warm a cold Easter weekend. Grab…
Reflecting on Tuesday’s Anime Releases #3: A Review
This week’s Tuesday anime delivered heart, humour, and visual heat, from flustered first crushes to curious hotel guests. See which show surprised me the most in week 3…
Once Upon a Witch's Death, The Shiunji Family Children, Apocalypse Hotel, Catch Me at the Ballpark!
Reflecting on Tuesday’s Anime Releases #2: A Review
From surreal alien hotels to heartwarming sports moments, Tuesday’s anime delivered an emotional and comedic punch this week. Read my breakdown of all four episodes and find out…
Apocalypse Hotel, Catch Me at the Ballpark!, Once Upon a Witch's Death, The Shiunji Family Children
Reflecting on Tuesday’s Anime Releases #1: A Review
Autumn leaves, hot tea, and anime catch-ups... My Wednesday was filled with stormy weather, warm lunches, and some surprisingly emotional episodes. From philosophical robots and heartfelt beer vendors…
Apocalypse Hotel, Once Upon a Witch's Death, The Shiunji Family Children
Reflecting on Wednesday’s Anime Releases #1: A Review
Join me as I delve into the latest Wednesday Spring 2025 anime releases, offering episode-by-episode reviews and personal insights. From the whimsical charm of 'Me and the Alien…
MUZIK TIGER In the Forest, The Beginning After the End, The Too-Perfect Saint: Tossed Aside by My Fiancé and Sold to Another Kingdom, YOUR FORMA, Zenryoku Usagi
Reflecting on Sunday’s Anime Releases #2: A Review
Sundays bring a fresh wave of Spring 2025 anime magic! Dive into heartwarming gems, chaotic comedies, and thought-provoking adventures in this week's reviews and reflections.
WITCH WATCH, Koupen-chan, LAZARUS, Maebashi Witches, One Piece
Reflecting on Wednesday’s Anime Releases #2: A Review
Looking for what stood out in Wednesday’s anime this week? From alien fluff to strategic courtships and emotional flashpoints, I break down what hit (and what didn’t) in…
MUZIK TIGER In the Forest, The Beginning After the End, The Too-Perfect Saint: Tossed Aside by My Fiancé and Sold to Another Kingdom, YOUR FORMA, Zenryoku Usagi
Reflecting on Sunday’s Anime Releases #1: A Review
Spring 2025 is off to a wild and wonderful start! Sunday anime gave us everything from emotional penguins and chaotic witches to surprisingly grounded yandere elves. I’m diving…
Koupen-chan, LAZARUS, Maebashi Witches, One Piece, WITCH WATCH
Reflecting on Monday’s Anime Releases #1: A Review
Stormy skies, snacks in hand, and a snoring pup by my side; that’s how I kicked off my weekly anime catch-up (a day late, and happier for it).…
Reflecting on Thursday’s Anime Releases #1: A Review
Thursday’s anime releases are already delivering powerful fights, strong character arcs, and some unexpectedly touching moments. From WIND BREAKER’s intense second episode to the emotional contrasts in Rock…
A Ninja and an Assassin Under One Roof, Rock is a Lady’s Modesty, WIND BREAKER, WIND BREAKER Season 2
Reflecting on Saturday’s Anime Releases #1: A Review
From wholesome slow-burns to chaotic rivalries, Saturday’s anime releases delivered heart, humour, and haunting twists. Dive into impressions, scores, and standout moments from this massive lineup!
KOWLOON GENERIC ROMANCE, Teogonia, The Dinner Table Detective, A Ninja and an Assassin Under One Roof, Anne Shirley
Reflecting on Thursday’s Anime Releases #2: A Review
Thursday’s anime drops are easily the highlight of my week, and this season’s lineup is delivering big emotions, chaotic rivalries, and stylish battles. Come see my full thoughts…
A Ninja and an Assassin Under One Roof, Rock is a Lady’s Modesty, WIND BREAKER, WIND BREAKER Season 2
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Reflecting on the Passing of Rachel Lillis
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Reflecting on Rewatching – Why I typically don’t
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