At last, summer finally comes. After Hibiki, Akemi, Ayaka and Satomi arrives at the beach, they are met with disappointment.
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Dumbbell Nan Kilo Moteru? – Episode 4 – Beach Trip Disappointment
Tribute to Kyoto Animation and How Their Works Rekindled My Interest in Anime
On July 18, 2019, tragedy stroked as an arsonist set on fire the main studio for Kyoto Animation. About 33 people died from the incident along with several injured. In addition, the fire destroyed all their production materials in the first building. However, the second animation studio and headquarters were not affected.
This tragedy is heartbreaking to not only to the family members, but also the anime industry and fans of anime. It’s not too surprising since Kyoto Animation’s production values are regarded highly by most people. It’s mostly thanks to the talented people who worked on the productions. Not only that, they are treated well compared to other studios.
In the past, I shared my thoughts about the studio. In this post, I want to share how the productions from this studio influenced me to start blogging about anime.
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Re:Stage! Dream Days – Episode 3 – The Survival Game to Win Over Kasumi
After the live performance, Kae decides to join the Lyrical Traditional Dance Club. Now the club only needs one more member. You might be wondering, who will that person be?
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Granbelm – Episode 3 – Anna’s Jealousy and a New Mage
Now that Mangetsu made up her mind on continuing with her participation in the Granbelm, Anna confronts Fakami. She seems very annoyed.
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Machikado Mazoku – Episode 2 – Momo’s Workout Session and Food Court Dining
After Shamiko’s failed attempt to defeat Momo last time, she decides to do some training.
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Dumbbell Nan Kilo Moteru? – Episode 3 – Satomi’s Secret Hobby
It appears that Tachibana Satomi is worried about her figure. Her coworker suggests working out at a nearby gym. Without knowing, Satomi doesn’t realize that students at the school she works at would be there too.
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Re:Stage! Dream Days – Episodes 1 and 2 – The Beginnings of Becoming an Idol
I have to admit that I have a soft spot for idol anime. It’s nice to see cute girls singing and dancing on stage. Re:Stage Dream Days is another one of those shows that have a very similar premise to Love Live. Instead of saving a school, they are saving a club.
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Granbelm – Episode 2 – Mangetsu’s Crucial Decision
After Mangetsu surprisingly defeats Rosa in a battle, she still doesn’t know whether or not to continue. Meanwhile, I am curious about what happened to Rosa.
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Machikado Mazoku – Episode 1 – Shadow Mistress Yuko Awakens
A normal girl named Yoshida Yuko had a strange dream of a demon woman trying to wake her up. When she woke up, she sees demon horns and a tail after looking at herself in a mirror.
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Dumbbell Nan Kilo Moteru? – Episode 2 – A Break From Training
As Hibiki continues to try to lose weight, she realizes something that disappoints her. Yes, it’s regarding her weight again.
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Hachigatsu no Cinderella Nine – Episode 12 (END) – Power of Team Work
Starting off from last time, things seem tough as both teams are now tied. Will Tsubasa and her friends win the first round?
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Granbelm – Episode 1 – A New Challenger Appears
A pink hair girl went back to school to pick up something she left in school. However, she finds herself in another world in the crosshair of an ongoing battle.
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Dumbbell Nan Kilo Moteru? – Episode 1 – Not What I Signed Up For
Sakura Hibiki loves to eat food. Eventually, she becomes self-conscious of her weight after one of her friends mentions how plump she became.
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Sounan Desu Ka? – Episode 1 – A Familiar Premise
Now that summer has just started, imagine that you are on an airplane. Somehow, it crashes, but you managed to survive. There are other three girls who managed to survive as well. Yes, it’s a nightmare scenario that nobody wants to be in. Sadly, four unfortunate girls have to.
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Hachigatsu no Cinderella Nine – Episode 11 – Rematch at the Official Tournament
Now that Tsubasa’s team managed to defeat Kogetsu High in a practice game, the official tournament arrives. The thing is, which team Tsubasa and her friends will face in the first round.
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GA Geijutsuka Art Design Class – First Impressions (Episodes 1-3) – Cute Girls Creating Art
I have to admit that while I enjoy a lot of the Manga Time Kirara slice of life school girl anime, I haven’t watch some of the more popular ones. Since we are at a lull before the summer anime season start, it’s time to check out some of the classics. With that, I want to share my thoughts on GA Geijutsuka Art Design Class.Yes, this series caught my attention after playing Kirara Fantasia after the game added Yamaguchi Kisaragi, Noda Miki and Tomokane to the game during an event.
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Hachigatsu no Cinderella Nine – Episode 10 – A Practice Match Before The Big Tournament
With the national tournament in a few weeks, Kogetsu High wants to challenge Tsubasa’s team in a practice match. Tsubasa accepts, but it seems that someone planned this all along.
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Hitoribocchi no Marumaruseikatsu – Episode 12 (END) – Bocchi Finally Has a Smartphone and Kako’s Secret Soft Side
Now that Bocchi’s first year comes to an end, how does it play out?
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Manga Review – Magia Record: Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica Gaiden – Vol 1 – Iroha’s Beginnings
At last, the first volume of the Magia Record story adaption is finally out. The first volume focuses on the events from the first chapter and the start of the second in the game. Please note that this review contains story spoilers for the game that will be coming out in two weeks.
Author: Fuji Fujino (Illustration)/Magica Quartet (Story Composition)
Publisher: Manga Time KR Comics (Serialized in Manga Time Kirara Forward), Yen Press (English)
Original Release Date: March 23, 2019 (Japanese), Unknown, Recently Announced (English)
Where to Buy:
- Physical: CDJapan
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Hachigatsu no Cinderella Nine – Episode 9 – Baseball Training Camps and the Mysterious Ghost
Now that Tsubasa’s baseball team is now officially a club, the girls make their preparations for the tournament. However, Ryou notices that the team’s skills are lacking. In other words, the best way to solve this is to hold a training camp.
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Hitoribocchi no Marumaruseikatsu – Episode 11 – Bocchi’s Class Change Anxieties and an Unexpected New Friend
With Bocchi’s first year in middle school comes to an end in two months, she comes to a sad realization. She officially made only 5 friends. Also, her work might go down the drain at the start of her 2nd year. Yes, she is afraid that she will become separated from her friends. Moreover, she has to make new friends again in a different class. This won’t happen once, but twice.
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Transfer Limitations in Pocket Monsters Sword and Shield, Is Game Freak Betraying their Fans?
Back in February 2019, Game Freak finally announced their next generation games, Pocket Monsters Sword and Shield for the Nintendo Switch. This game will finally have a third person view in an open world compared to the previous games. However, after showing off new features at E3, a lot of people became upset. News broke that you won’t be able to transfer all your Pokémon from the Pokémon Home service to the new games. This is because of Game Freak’s change in direction.
To me, this decision is a big betrayal to the loyal Pokémon fan base. Of course, many people are angry about this decision and for good reasons. He or she won’t be able to use all of their favorite Pokémon in the new games. With that, I want to share my thoughts on why Game Freak is out of touch with the fan base.
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Hachigatsu no Cinderella Nine – Episode 8 – The Last Hurdle For Club Status
After a two-week delay, we are finally back. This time, after Tomoe suggested it, Tsubasa announced the idea of having the girls participate in a girls’ baseball tournament. With her asking her members about it, they agreed. However, it’s going to be expensive and they will need club status to make it happen.
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Hitoribocchi no Marumaruseikatsu – Episode 10 – Sotoka’s Final Quest to Become Bocchi’s Friend
It’s the end of the second semester and Bocchi haven’t made any new friends. Meanwhile, Sotoka wants become friends with Bocchi, but this will mean that she has to give up her apprentice status.
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