Join some of the greatest experts on Japan to discuss the future of this island nation. This coming Sunday (May 15, starting 10am), sees a unique event at the Yokohama campus of Meiji Gakuin University and online via Zoom, called THE SHAPE OF THINGS TO COME, marking the international departmen's ten years of teaching global and transcultural...
Japan Subculture Research Center
May 13, 2022 • Subscribe
More like this
Episode 200, "The Shape Of Things To Come" (Mike McFarland)
On the beginning of Season 5 of The One Piece Podcast we have Mike McFarland (Voice of Buggy and ADR Director for One Piece) to discuss the progress…
Episode 200, "The Shape Of Things To Come" (Mike McFarland)
On the beginning of Season 5 of The One Piece Podcast we have Mike McFarland (Voice of Buggy and ADR Director for One Piece) to discuss the progress…
Japan Struggles to Find Solutions to Overtourism
Residents of tourist hotspots in Japan are expressing their frustration as overtourism causes congestion and creates safety hazards.
Year of the Dragon: Where To Find Dragons in Japan
From spectacular carvings to ancient legends, explore nine of Japan’s top dragon-themed sites this new year.
#DirtyPairCember Episode 17: Come Out, Come Out, Assassin!
For Dirty Pair, today was a cool bottle episode that played on the close case mystery in a way that only Dirty Pair could do. So in general,…
Anime Orbit: SHINE POST, LOVE LIVE! SUPERSTAR, and The Shape of Idol Anime to Come
Alternate title: I stan the bad guy in a Love Live show and now I feel like one of those people who roots for the Sith in Star…
Dirty Pair (Episode 17) – Come Out, Come Out, Assassin
Kei and Yuri are searching for the notorious assassin, Sundric. Their only lead is that he’ll be on a certain flight. However, when they try to find him,…
So Many Good Anime to Come out of 2023
RJ Writing Ink’s Best Anime of 2023 The Year 2023 was undoubtedly an absolute banger of a year for anime. From seeing how Satoru Gojo became an overpowered…
Attack on Titan, BAKI, Baki Hanma, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, JUJUTSU KAISEN
The Shape of Glory
By Nisio Isin, published in 2006 in Zaregoto Complete Box (as a 5 cm by 8 cm book). They say you shouldn’t make your hobby a job, but…
Lucy-May of the Southern Rainbow 15
“Two Homes” Ep 15: Nyaa.si* | Anidex.info* *Is this post more than 1 month old? Get up-to-date links from the Projects page! BTIH: c8bd446a044bb77230299d84ac776d6e1a2d31b1 MD5: 9FB2F5F8…
A new update and things to come – 2020-21+
While I didn’t update the site (/chuckle – and yes that’s still in motion). I am opening up positions if you are interested to help fansub older shows…
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (Episode 35) – The Shape of This Country
Olivier Mira Armstrong drives the homunculus outside and leaves it to sleep until spring. While investigating the hole it made, she makes Edward tell her everything… everything! Fullmetal…
How to Find the Best Part-Time Jobs in Japan
Part-time work in Japan is easier to find than you think—even when it comes to part-time jobs for “foreigners.”
Where Can I Find Merch of This?
*The Promised Neverland manga spoilers ahead* Okay, so I know these whole few chapters were absolutely some of the most heart-wrenching moments for me but… These are also…
This Week: Tokyo Area Events for May 15 – 21
The event lineup for this week is made of several cultural events celebrating Taiwan, Thailand, Germany and Japanese history. Get up, get out and have a great time…
How To Find Good Real Estate Agents in Japan
Looking to buy or rent a property in Japan without mastering the language? Discover easy tips, find the best English-speaking real estate agents and sidestep common pitfalls. Let’s…
Favourite Anime I watched in 2020– They may have come out years ago
Once again it’s time for a favourite anime of the year post. I have a bit of a tradition with these posts! It’s a pretty straight up tradition,…
The World God Only Knows, Wandering Son, Dorohedoro, Kyousougiga, Kyousougiga
Episode 515, "The Shape of Wadatsumi"
One Piece is back and it turns out everyone is just fine and nothing bad happened! On this week's episode of The One Piece Podcast we have our…
r#31 – the shape of voice
Koe no Katachi (English: A Silent Voice) is known from the story of a one-shot manga by Ooima Yoshitoki with only a single chapter until it adapted to a…
Episode 515, "The Shape of Wadatsumi"
One Piece is back and it turns out everyone is just fine and nothing bad happened! On this week's episode of The One Piece Podcast we have our…
Find your way out! — Anamnesia: Part 1 Out Now!
There's a new release for our mystery loves out there, and it's Anamnesia! This is the developer's debut and it features a death game.
Shibuya Says Don’t Come to Halloween This Year
Looking forward to celebrating Halloween in Shibuya this year? Well, don't be - the ward's mayor says you're not invited.
Things to read and watch before visiting Japan
From the beauty of anime to small form documentaries, we’ve put together a list of some of our and our communities’ favourite bits of Japanese content.
My Favourite Animes I watched in 2019 – They may have come out years ago
I have a bit of a tradition with these posts! It’s a pretty straight up tradition, I write them and have a lot of fun doing it! The…
Urusei Yatsura – 30 – What Dreams May Come
Ataru and Ten come across a strange vendor selling earmuffs for 150 yen a pop. Ataru plays hardball and manages to snag two sets for 200 yen, of…
Otome game endings // types of ends you may come across
You’re walking in the woods….There’s no one around and your phone is dead. Out of the corner of your eye you spot him… Shia LeBeouf. What do you…
Jujutsu Kaisen – 12 – Shape of the Heart
Last week barreled through a rapidly-created friendship between Yuuji and Yoshino Junpei, yet despite that story being told at breakneck speed, it still worked; i was still emotionally invested, an…
Accepting Ourselves With the Shape of Voice
As is the same with many of you I’m sure, my relationship with A Silent Voice is an incredibly complicated one. Despite the fact that it remains one…
The Best Onsen to Check Out While in Japan
Whether you're traveling to Japan or planning a trip in-country, these onsen are bucket list experiences for everyone.
Sunday Select: 7 Things Blogging Made Me Realize
About blogging and anime
This Strange Orb Freaked Out a City in Japan
Amidst a series of high-altitude UFOs spotted over Japan and the US, a strange orb washed ashore in Shizuoka. Here's what we know.
Japan Diary: May 2021
May, as per usual, started with Golden Week. This would be my fourth, but like last year, I was pretty much stuck where I was. With State of…
Japan Diary: May 2022
While my first few days of May were very uneventful, Golden Week was about to kick off properly.
No Post this Sunday/Happy Fourth of July!
Greetings, fabulous people of the Internet! Hanime on Anime here. Quick announcement here, but due to an incredibly busy week of work, there will be no review this…
This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For May 9-15
Just because Golden Week is over it doesn't mean fun is over. This week, Tokyo is sparkling with life as the city prepares itself for famous shrine festivals,…
How to Find a Job in Japan When You Live Overseas
Getting a job in Japan when you don’t live in Japan: what’s available, how much Japanese do you need and how to apply. Introducing the “Overseas OK” button!
Author Journey (May 15, 2023)
After the previous week’s reassessment of my priorities, I spent a bit of time working out how things would work going forward. That meant rescheduling some posts and…
“May all the gay couples around the world find happiness.” — Real Time Reactions to “The Highschool Life of a Fudanshi”
[Please note that, while this anime is rated PG-13, it probably should be rated M because of some of the jokes, and this review is intended for mature…
Anime Still To Come To The Collection
Recent announcements have awakened me lol Recent announcements from Anime Expo over the weekend which I totally did not forget about (was taking place) spurred on to talk…
Hana-chan and the Shape of the World Review
Hana-chan and the Shape of the World's fascination with a child's curiosity and the fantastic artwork is worth reading.
Top 5 Things I find Difficult About Writing Episode Reviews
As a new anime season is dawning (isn’t it poetic? I hope so, I tried to make it sound poetic…) I find myself in the familiar position of…
Japan To Give Out Coupons for New Moms
Will handing out coupons to new moms stop Japan's declining population? The Japanese government sure hopes so.
What was the Cost of Things in Japan During the Early 1900s?
This seems like a strange question, but examining costs of items and salaries can offer interesting insights into history. I came across this information while I worked on…
15 Podcasts About Japan
Want to learn more about Japan? Dive into our selection of podcasts about Japan discussing topics such as news, food, travel and culture.
Apartment Checklist: 5 Things To Remember Before Traveling in Japan
Make sure you've got these things covered before you leave your Japanese apartment.
86 – 10 – We’ve Come This Far
86 eschews dialogue and even diagetic sound, sticking with visuals and music to tell the story of Spearhead’s newfound freedom. Followed by their ever-trusty robot porter Fido, Raiden,…
News Update - Mon, 15 May 2023
Uncle Does What Sega Don't. Well, I said we were gonna cry uncle, but if Allen's review of Uncle from Another World is anything to go by, we needn't…
Goblin Slayer II – 01 – Come Out and Slay
After a flashback to the horrible fate of the her former party before he rescued her, Priestess is now in a good place, and so is he. Along…
Holiday Review: HANA-CHAN AND THE SHAPE OF THE WORLD
Christmas is a time of childish wonder and imagination, which is fitting considering that's the focus of the book we're reviewing today. HAN...
How to Find Great Manga to Read
We’re in an awesome time for manga reading in the West. Physical manga volumes are flying off the shelves in a time when digital reading is becoming more…