Tag: opinion
Opinion: Why “Mieruko-Chan” Could Be Scary and Funny (And Wholesome) At...
How "Mieruko-chan" combines horror and comedy? This article examines similarities between the structure of Japanese horror and comedy writing.
Opinion: In Defense of “your name.” and Kishōtenketsu as Narrative Technique
What can we learn from the narrative structure of Makoto Shinkai's enormously successful film "your name."?
Opinion: Seeking Social Criticism Through “School Life” Anime and Manga
School is a place of learning, and so too there are things to learn from school life anime and manga.
Opinion: There’s More Than One Way to Enjoy Anime
Different people may like different types of anime, or even like the same anime for different reasons.
Opinion : Anyone Can Claim the Top Anime
Whenever the year changes, various outlets held surveys and make top anime lists of the year. How to respond to such lists?
Opinion: Making Peace with “Isekai” Stories
Stories about living a new life in another world or isekai is still trending. A light novel fan shares some experiences with such kind of stories.
Opinion: Vivid Moe Chatter
How fans can talk passionately and vividly about moe might deserve a more serious look.
Opinion: Noe Kawashima’s Glasses is Not Just for Show
To celebrate Glasses Day, one of our staff explains why Noe Kawashima from Taisho Baseball Girls is the most special glasses-wearing character for him.
Features
“About a Place in the Kinki Region” Author, Sesuji, Visits Indonesia...
Japanese author Sesuji visits Indonesia for IIBF 2026, meeting readers and attending an exclusive screening of the novel’s film adaptation.
Ryokuoushoku Shakai Talks About Their Sixth Album “Atamago” and The Memories...
Japanese rock band Ryokuoushoku Shakai discusses the creative process behind their latest album "Atamago". Here is our interview!
