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Tribute to Kyoto Animation and How Their Works Rekindled My Interest in Anime

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Artist: 紗江

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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Dumbbell Nan Kilo Moteru? – Episode 3 – Satomi’s Secret Hobby

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It’s obvious that Satomi is shocked that there are students going to the same gym.

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

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Mizuha trying to use some social engineering to trick Mana to join.

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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Machikado Mazoku – Episode 1 – Shadow Mistress Yuko Awakens

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Yuko dreams of this blonde hair demon girl, which we don’t know the name of yet.

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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Hachigatsu no Cinderella Nine – Episode 11 – Rematch at the Official Tournament

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The girls rest as they head to their destination.

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

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Artist: せまうさ

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

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Akane and Tomoe doing base coaching. Is this the best choice for Tsubasa to make?

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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Manga Review – Magia Record: Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica Gaiden – Vol 1 – Iroha’s Beginnings

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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)

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Hachigatsu no Cinderella Nine – Episode 9 – Baseball Training Camps and the Mysterious Ghost

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As expected, the training in the training camp is intense.

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

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Bocchi comes to a sad realization with possible class change.

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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Hachigatsu no Cinderella Nine – Episode 8 – The Last Hurdle For Club Status

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At last, Tsubasa have a huge annoucement to share.

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

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It’s obvious that Bocchi couldn’t make any friends this semester.

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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Hitoribocchi no Marumaruseikatsu – Episode 9 – Cooking Class Troubles and Winning Over Kako with Curry

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Bocchi is working with other students besides her friends. Will she survive?

The teacher assigns Bocchi to a group different from her usual friends for cooking class. Will she survive this? Also, will her plan to win over Kako become a success?
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Watashi ni Tenshi ga Maiorita! (OVA) – Summer Camping Trips and Halloween Costume Surprises

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While Miyako wants to say home, Hinata wants her to go camping.

Since the next episode of Cinderella Nine is delayed until next week, it’s time to check out the Watashi ni Tenshi ga Maiorita original video animation. This consists of 4 short stories, two in which stands out the most.
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