I think it’s time to add Studio 3Hz to the close surveillance list. Read more
Anime
Dagashi Kashi – 04
As I said last week, one of the things I love about Dagashi Kashi is that it puts to the test the question of just how seemingly trivial a subject a person can be passionate about in Japan. Read more
Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu – 04
Rakugo performers watching a Kabuki? It’s like DEEN is trying to lose money. Read more
Anime’s Greatest Directors
The role of the director in making an anime successful cannot be overestimated, though most fans do just the opposite. Read more
Shoujo-tachi wa Kouya wo Mezasu – 04
This season is abnormally flush with bubble series, and I was really hoping Shoujo-tachi wa Kouya wo Mezasu was going to close the deal for me this week. Read more
Boku Dake ga Inai Machi – 4
I just need a minute, I’ll be fine… Read more
Decide or Get Off the Pot Digest: 1/27/16 – Haruchika, Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku wo!, Ao no Kanata
It’s mighty crowded in that middle tier this season, and a lot of the shows are giving off a very similar vibe. Read more
Best of the Best: 2015
It’s Oscar season (albeit a little later than usual for LiA), and that means it’s time for the best of anime, 2015! Read more
2015 Reader Poll Results
It’s a little late, but here’s a look a the LiA Reader Poll Results from 2015. Read more
Winter 2016 Reader Poll Results
Now that we’re back up and running, it’s finally time to catch up on some of the year-end posts. Read more