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The Weekly Orbit [5/13/24]
This week on a light Weekly Orbit: Dungeon Meshi, the Girl Band Wars rage on with a new dark horse candidate. Plus; what the hell is the Mysterious…
Delicious in Dungeon, Girls Band Cry, Mysterious Disappearances, Pokémon, A Salad Bowl of Eccentrics
GIRLS BAND CRY Episode 7: Rockin’ Crossroad
Why does it feel like almost every episode has so much for me to talk about? Not complaining at all. Just delighted is all.
Il Journal, Pagina 100, 19 Maggio 2024 – Come ho imparato ad apprezzare Mother 3 per quello che era davvero
È arrivato il momento di festeggiare l’uscita della Pagina 100 del Journal con una chiacchierata su uno dei giochi più importanti del mio percorso videoludico, Mother 3, e…
HOTTEST TRASH Anime of Spring 2024
Get ready for one of our biggest roasts ever, featuring the finest trash the anime industry cooked up this Spring! ...plus some absolute garbage. Get over 60% off a…
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Let’s Do It Already! Vol 1 Review
Let's Do It Already! is a refreshing take on teen romance that acknowledges the many complicated feelings of young love.
Tonari no Youkai-san – 07
This constituted a needed course correction.
Bringing Anime to Southeast Asia: Interview with Medialink, Ani-One Co-Founder Lovinia Chiu
Chiu shares how she brought the SEA simulcast service to the forefront after founding it at 17 years old.
Our BtT-Chan Art Challenge Concludes This Friday!
Our first-ever art challenge has almost come to a close! Friends from Mastodon, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, and Discord have all submitted their version of BtT-chan for our…
Shinigami Bocchan to Kuro Maid (The Duke of Death and His Maid) Season 3 – 07
I'm glad we got this episode, because the truth of the matter is, it was no sure thing that we would.
The Anime That Became Painfully Realistic
Jellyfish Can't Swim in the Night is my favorite anime. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:06 What is it about? 3:31 Execution 4:47 Characters 9:17 Production Jellyfish Can't Swim in the Night, also known as Yoru no…
Author Journey (May 20, 2024)
I’ve discovered a new hobby, which is quite exciting. It doesn’t take up too much time and it’s allowed me to do something I’ve been planning on doing…
Toonami Rewind Set to Return Legendary Block to Weekday Afternoons after 20 Years
Toonami is a name that almost every fan of anime in America should know about. After all, if it wasn’t for Toonami, anime might never have gained a foothold…
News Update - Mon, 20 May 2024
Romances at the Shallow End of the Pool. Allen takes a look at Taisho Otome Fairy Tale and finds it rather lacking. As in the core ingredients are all…
Boku no Hero Academia 7 – Episode 03 Review
「敵」 (Viran) "Villain" Ah, this chapter.
Choo Choo! Riding the Doomsday Train: First Impression
Shuumatsu Train Doko e Iku is one wacky, yet enjoyable little train adventure I'm enjoying this Spring 2024!
Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex (2nd Gig) – IN: Grass Labyrinth – AFFECTION
Science Fiction Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex (2nd Gig) (2006)IN: Grass Labyrinth – AFFECTION (Episode 11)Director: Masaki Hashi & Kôichi Mashimo Writer: Ryôe Tsukimura Ultimately, I’…
Seasonal Selection – Kaiju No. 8 Episodes 5 & 6
Keeping on with double feature seasonals, it’s time for us to actually get down to business with the Defense Squad.
Noir on Rhapsodise! (GITS SAC2 later)
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Solo Leveling Soundtrack Boasts Vinyl Release
Although the Solo Leveling soundtrack has already been released on various streaming services as well as on CD, audiophiles will get a chance to experience the soundtrack on…
Noir – Season of Hell
Drama / Crime Noir (2001)Season of Hell (Episode 13)Director: Masaki Hashi & Kôichi Mashimo Writer: Ryôe Tsukimura So, have you come across this show, before? If not, I…
Re:Monster - Episode 6 - Captured Lady Knight
Rou's goblin and monster forces annihilated a human raiding party. The Lady Knight refused to join night activities. At first. Re:Monster - Episode 6
TSUTAYA Weekly Manga Sales Ranking: May 13 – May 19, 2024
There have been some changes to the reporting style here on the Blog. Please refer to the post here for further information. All of the data you find…
In/Spectre, MAJOR 2nd, The Café Terrace and Its Goddesses, BLUELOCK, Ascendance of a Bookworm
Lv2 kara Cheat datta Motoyuusha Kouho no Mattari Isekai Life - Episode 5 - Rys Wears Hat
Rys went on a date with Flio and tried on a cute hat. Lv2 kara Cheat datta Motoyuusha Kouho no Mattari Isekai Life - Episode 5
Killer Ending: Kids on the Slope
You may not remember Kids on the Slope, the series by Shinichiro Watanabe. You know, Cowboy Bebop, Samurai Champloo, Carole and Tuesday … yeah, THAT Shinichiro Watanabe. Not…
Setting the Stage for 'Mulan'
A look into production design, plus animation news.
Jellyfish Can’t Swim in the Night – Ep. 7
Jellyfish can’t keep teasing me like this.
U-TREASURE x Osamu Tezuka Wedding Rings
U-TREASURE and Tezuka Productions team up for a collection of bridal rings featuring Unico and many more characters.
Misty from Pokémon Needs Help Fighting Cancer
They say you always remember your first. The first time you kissed someone, the first time you got behind the wheel of a car, and the day your…
Boy’s Texture is Hakushi Hasegawa’s dreamy single off the upcoming Mahōgakkō album.
Stepping into the soundscape of Boy’s Texture feels like waking up from a surreal springtime nap. The dreamy vocals, beat, and samples, collide into a kaleidoscope of comforting…
Review: Pegasus 2 (2024)
Pegasus 2 飞驰人生2 China, 2024, colour, 2.35:1, 120 mins. Director: Han Han 韩寒. Rating: 6/10. More of the same and with knobs on, plus another effortless lead by…
Yuru Camp△ 3 – 07 – Uphill Battle
While Nadeshiko, Rin, and Ayano were on their tour of trains, bridges, and dams, the OutClub “Leftovers” went on their own adventure. This week while splitting a huge…
The Quest to Defeat a Magic Long Ago Defeated – Granbelm Spoiler Review
“Mixing genres is fun.” This must have been the thought that went through the mind of whoever put together the pitch for Granbelm, a Magical Girl Mecha Hidden…
Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In (九龍城寨.圍城, Soi Cheang, 2024)
A young man searching for a home finds one in Kowloon Walled City only to see it threatened by nefarious forces in Soi Cheang’s intense action drama.
Hibike! Euphonium 3 – 07 – Embracing the Struggle
For all of her maturity in most other matters, when it comes to Kumiko Reina can be especially childish. Just take her pouting when Kumiko doesn’t immediately discern…
Wonderful Precure Episode 16 Review – Secrets, Stories, And Shin-Chan
I didn’t expect the Crayon Shin-chan collaboration!
Spring 2024 Mid-Season Rankings
Now this is more like it! I have so much more hype for my spring anime lineup compared with last season’s, but miraculously managed to keep my list…
Hibike! Euphonium S3 — Episode 4 — 10 Second Anime
Kitauji performs at the marching band festival, meeting other schools and old classmates. Motomu’s past comes to light. Hibike! Euphonium S3 — Ep 4
What Happens If You Get A Traffic Ticket in Japan?
What happens when you get pulled over in Japan? How do you pay a traffic fine in Japan? From tickets to demerit points, let's navigate it.
The Condemned Villainess Goes Back in Time and Aims to Become the Ultimate Villain, Vol. 2
By Bakufu Narayama and Ebisushi. Released in Japan as “Danzaisareta Akuyaku Reijō wa, Gyakkō-shite Kanpekina Akujo o Mezasu” by TO Books. Released in North America by Airship. Translated…
“Smell Harassment”: Japan’s Newest Workplace Controversy
It may not get you fired, but many on Japanese social media say "smell harassment" lowers productivity and team collaboration.
"'Cause What I Do Is All for Me to Choose"
An Interview with Azusa Suga
Mari Okada Knows Emotions
Frozen in time thought provoking piece I watched not long ago
500 – One Shot 73 – Paradise Kiss
Come join us as we celebrate 500 episodes of Manga Machinations! After announcing the winner of our giveaway, dakazu leads the hosts in a game of Wavelength! Then…
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc Episode 2 Review
Demon Slayer Season 4 Episode 2 primarily focuses on Giyuu Tomioka, the Water Hashira. Why doesn't he want to participate in the training?
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc
Spring 2024 Anime Week 6: The Unexpected Rise of Date A Live
May 18th, 2024 One of the shows that has been consistently praised from this Spring 2024 season is Date a Live V. The show consistently ranks in the…
Spring 2024 Anime: Thoughts So Far
It is a little over halfway through the spring season of anime in the year 2024, and as such I shall once again be sharing my thoughts on…
My Hero Academia, NIJIYON ANIMATION 2, The Many Sides of Voice Actor Radio, Train to the End of the World, HIGHSPEED Étoile
A Summer Romance in the Countryside — Amanatsu Perfect Edition is here!
On March 17, Shiravune released Amanatsu, a pure love story set in the countryside!
Il Journal, Pagina 100, 19 Maggio 2024 – Come ho imparato ad apprezzare Mother 3 per quello che era davvero
È arrivato il momento di festeggiare l’uscita della Pagina 100 del Journal con una chiacchierata su uno dei giochi più importanti del mio percorso videoludico, Mother 3, e…
The Journal, Page 100, 19 May 2024 – How I stopped worrying and learned to appreciate Mother 3 for what it truly was
It’s time for me to celebrate the release of the 100th Journal Page by talking about one of the most important games in my gaming journey, Mother 3,…
New to Sunday: Konoshima Ruka's "Utsuranain desu"
Five more serials means five more write-ups! Starting with Konoshima Ruka's "Utsuranain desu" which is a strong foot forward for the Spring ...
Bringing the Heat to Prime Time—Firefighter Daigo: Rescuer in Orange
Cop-themed media is ubiquitous, but firefighter stories are far less common—maybe it’s the lack of “bad guys.” But here comes Firefighter Daigo: Rescuer in Orange, an anime that’s…
Doctorkev’s Thoughts on the Spring 2024 Anime Season Part 2: New Shows
Yesterday, I covered this season’s heavy weighting of sequels and ongoing shows, but now it’s the turn of new, shiny anime! Apart from the…
I Want You to Make Me Beautiful! – The Complete Manga Collection Review
The benefit of being committed to such a simple setup is that the story knows exactly what it needs to do to invoke the maximum emotional response for…