What a truly superb thing Jibaku Shounen Hanako-kun is. Read more
Patron Pick Summer 2025: Ame to Kimi to (With You and the Rain) – 12 (End) and Series Review
“Different” and “profound” are words I don’t get to use as often as I want in series review posts, so that tells most of the story right there. Read more
Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru (My Dress-up Darling) Season 2 – 12 (Season Finale)
It’s hard to think of a recent season of anime that has any less compelling reason to exist. Read more
Hikaru ga Shinda Natsu (The Summer Hikaru Died) – 11
On balance that was one of the most profoundly sad anime episodes I’ve seen in a long time. Read more
Fall 2025 Season Preview and Video Companion
If I were to sum up Fall 2025 in anime in terms of anticipation, I’d say it lacks much sizzle. We’ll see about the steak. Read more
My Taste is Better Than Yours Episode 42 – Hunter X Hunter: Succession Contest Arc Part 2
Remember: you can smile. Read more
Yofukashi no Uta (Call of the Night) Season 2 – 12 (End) and Series Review
In a sense, the metaphorical side of Yofakushi no Uta is much neater than the practical side. Read more
Dandadan 2nd Season – 12 (Season Finale)
I’ll say it once more – Dandadan just works better as an anime. Read more
Uchuujin MuuMuu (Me and the Alien MuMu) – 24 (End) and Series Review
Uchuujin MuuMuu got two cours out of nowhere, hit it out of the park, and went out in a manner true to itself. Read more
Dekin no Mogura (The Earthbound Mole) – 11
The main cast here are basically a hilariously weird and offbeat justice league Read more