As usual, “Warawanai” tends to make me think in metaphor, and this episode was certainly no exception. Read more
Hinomaru Zumou – 23
Hinomaru Zumou has always been less about surprises than executing the familiar well, and so it is here. Read more
Domestic na Kanojo – 11
Sorry Asirpa – I can never think of “Hinna, hinna” the same way again… Read more
Kagawa: In the Land of Udon and Tanuki
Kagawa feels like home, even if you live somewhere else. It’s just that kind of place. Read more
Yakusoku no Neverland – 11
No one, even Emma, is immune from reality. Read more
Doukyonin wa Hiza, Tokidoki, Atama no Ue. – 11
This isn’t the first time I’ve said it about Doukyonin wa Hiza, Tokidoki, Atama no Ue., but I needed a little recovery time after that episode Read more
Hoozuki no Reitetsu – OVA 4
Now the wait begins anew, but at least it’s a wait with a specific endgame in mind, and that makes a world of difference. Read more
Mob Psycho 100 II – 11
Mob has been great this season, but only rarely has it been perfect. Read more
Dororo – 11
Ah, season penultimate week – there’s nothing quite like it for anime drama. Read more
Piano no Mori – 19
For something this predictable, at least it was executed well. Read more