Ramen Akaneko is just one of those series that makes me smile almost nonstop. Read more
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Sengoku Youko: Senma Konton-hen – 04
This Ashikaga at least comes off a lot better than his forebear does in that other show. Read more
Tokidoki Bosotto Russia-go de Dereru Tonari no Alya-san (Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian) – 06
It came as no surprise to me that last week’s episode of Alya-san seemed to be the most popular yet. Read more
“Oshi no Ko” Season 2 – 06
Given the challenges involved, I think Doga Kobo and Hiramaki Daisuke did a fine job bringing this off. Read more
Katsute Mahou Shoujo to Aku wa Tekitai shiteita. – 05
Katsute Mahou Shoujo to Aku wa Tekitai shiteita represents a quandary for me, no question about it. Read more
My Taste is Better Than Yours Episode 12: Boku no Hero Academia – The (Almost) Live Retrospective
Boku No Hero Academia is one of the landmark manga of the 21st Century. Here’s a look back at its ten-year run. Plus Ultra! Read more
Patron Pick Summer 2024: Shoushimin Series – 04
Was this interesting? I guess sort of, though that’s very much in the eye of the beholder. Read more
The Fable – 18
Boy, this is turning into a hot mess now. Read more
Make Heroine ga Oosugiru! (Too Many Losing Heroines!)- 04
It may be time to admit this series is a unicorn. Read more
Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi (The Elusive Samurai) – 05
Which one of them was carrying a toad? Read more