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.
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“Super Robot Wars Y” Game Review: A Series at a Crossroads
Super Robot Wars Y is one of the series' best-written entries and a welcome return, although not much has been innovated in its game systems despite the long release gap.
Event Report: The KAORI Nusantara Bibliobattle Premiere
KAORI Nusantara Bibliobattle successfuly held on 27 September 2025 featuring "Healer Girl" and "Rock is a Lady's Modesty" as recommendations
