Winter isn’t usually the best season of any given anime year, and I sure hope that’s the case in 2025. Read more
Anime
Natsume Yuujinchou Shichi – 11
When Natsume Yuujinchou busts out “Daidaiiro no Toki”, buckle up, Buttercup. Read more
Ranma ½ (2024) – 11
This episode highlighted some elements of Ranma ½ that are not my favorites. Read more
Chi.: Chikyuu no Undou ni Tsuite (Orb: On the Movements of the Earth) – 12
I’ve spoken before about the overlap of faith and science in this series, and it’s one that’s tackled from several different angles. Read more
Ooi! Tonbo 2nd Season – 11
Well see, that’s why we love sports anime right there. Read more
Kekkon suru tte, Hontou desu ka (365 Days to the Wedding) – 11
You know it’s a weird relationship when the girl is the one pitching a tent. Read more
Dandadan – 11
Dandadan will never win any prizes for subtlety, but for sheer manic energy it’s pretty hard to beat. Read more
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – 11
We’re in rarified air at this point, that’s for sure. Read more
Ao no Hako (Blue Box) – 12
These are the times that try men’s souls. Read more
Patron Pick Fall 2024: Negaposi Angler (Negative Positive Angler) – 11
Observational humor is something this series does very well and it’s smart not to abandon it. Read more