We’re at the halfway point of Yakuza Fiancé, and that’s always a pretty serious fish or cut bait marker. It’s interesting, even compelling at times in a dark way. I’m somewhat taken by the strangely detached tone it takes towards what’s often pretty intense material. But there’s a circuit that just isn’t closing there for …
Longtime LiA supporter Casey W. asked me to write a little bit about the convenience store and its place in Japanese life (and anime). As usual with these projects it’s actually a pretty big topic. Konbini (sometimes romanized as “conbini”) are another of those American institutions that take on a remarkably different form in this …
For the second time this season Natsume Yuujinchou veers into the human realm, with the usual results. It’s exorcists who are often the series pathway into that world. And while they’re (as Natsume says this week) not all alike – Nitori and Matoba-san are quite different in personality if nothing else – these eps are …
Parallel World Pharmacy – The Complete Season BD Region: A and B (Confirmed playable in the UK) – Boxart states Region A & B Compatible – Tested and Confirmed Region B Compatible Episodes: 1 – 12 Plot: When pharmacologist Kanji Yakutani dies, he’s bewildered to be reincarnated as a boy apprentice in a medieval world. But …
This week on My Taste, we tackle one of Samu’s favorites (guess what, it’s a jousei) – Double, by Ayako Noda. The topic – one with which I have some experience – is acting, and the co-dependent relationship between the two young actors at the heart of the story. Podcast links: Spotify: Apple Music: …
Following on from the additions of Jujutsu Kaisen, MOB PSYCHO 100, My Hero Acadmia and ONE PUNCH MAN to Amazon Prime Video last month, as well as LOOK BACK last week, Amazon Prime subscribers in the UK can now enjoy Season 1 and 2 of KONOSUBA: God’s Blessing on this Wonderful World! in both dubbed and subbed formats. Synopsis: …
