Staff Picks: Favorite Ponytail Characters
In the occasion of Ponytail Day on July 7, here is a tribute to some of our favourite ponytail characters from anime, manga, light novel, and games.
Cute Girls Communicating Science: Asteroid in Love
More than just enjoying the characters’ relationships, "Asteroid in Love" has some interesting situations to think about how ideas and principles from science can circulate in the popular realm.
Is It Wrong to (Try to) Pick Up and Wear Ahegao Clothes at Cons?...
KAORI surveyed fans in Indonesia on how they choose anime/manga-themed clothing, and when and where such clothing are appropriate to be used.
“RWBY Volume 7” Web Series Review: A Great Ride with Compelling Storytelling
Team RWBY's adventure continues with more compelling storytelling and character development.
“Sol Levante” Film Review: Waiting for the Sunrise
This pioneering short made with the latest technologies hits high marks with its stunning visuals, but might not be so easy to experience as intended.
Interview with the Staff of Sol Levante: Netflix’s First 4K Hand-drawn Anime
KAORI was invited to join a talk with the people behind Netflix and Production I.G's 4K HDR hand-drawn anime "Sol Levante". Find out what the project has to offer for anime production in this interview.
Interview with POCARI SWEAT – Bintang SMA TV CM Director Yoshitoshi Shinomiya
Yoshitoshi Shinomiya, the director of Pocari Sweat animated commercial that went viral in 2019 had visited Indonesia. We asked some questions regarding his work during his visit.
Creator Super Fest 2019 Jakarta: Interview with Sally Amaki
On Creator Super Fest 2019 Jakarta, KAORI Nusantara has been invited to interview one of the voice actress of 22/7 idol member, Sally Amaki. Follow our interview here.
How Do Indonesian Otaku Search and Use Information? A Brief Profile of Indonesian Otaku...
KAORI Research Team enquires into how anime fans search for information and what they do with them.
“Astra Lost in Space” Anime Review: A Great Journey to Discover Oneself
With great writing and pacing, the survival sci-fi series, "Astra Lost in Space", becomes a hidden gem within the Summer 2019 season.
Weathering Everyday Armageddon: Apocalyptic Imagination in “Weathering with You”
When "everyday is armagedon and armageddon is everyday,” how can we continue to be motivated to act?
“Weathering With You” Film Review: Understanding Shinkai’s ‘Rebelling on Instinct’ Urge
"Weathering with You" often compared to Makoto Shinkai latest hit "your name" even though they tell completely different stories.
Discussing Intercultural Communication with “Satoko and Nada”: A Japanese Studies Centre Public Lecture
What happens when intercultural communication in "Satoko and Nada," a manga about a Japanese and an Arab muslim living together, is discussed in a muslim-majority environment?
EXCLUSIVE: Interviews With All 4 Anisong Artists at I Love Anisong Sydney 2019!
Back in July, KAORI crew sit down for some talks with the performers of I Love Anisong Sydney 2019.
“Gundala” Film Review: Rough Beginnings for Indonesian Superheroes
The inaugural movie of Bumilangit's own cinematic universe manages to catch lightning in a bottle at first, but fumbles near the finish.
VTuber and Fate Grand Order Dominated Comiket 96
Despite no longer free and has a smaller venue, the enthusiasm for Comic Market is the same as before.
Features
Staff Picks: Summer 2025 Anime Watchlist
Want some anime to watch for summer 2025? Here are the season anime recommendation from KAORI Nusantara's contributors.
From the Possibility of Indonesian Dubbing to the Upcoming Theatrical Release:...
Will we see Indonesian dubbing in Crunchyroll? During AFAID 2025 event, we talked to Crunchyroll about their business strategies in Indonesia