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Mitsuko Horie Interview: I’m Proud of the Present Generation of Seiyuu

Veteran anisong singer and seiyuu Mitsuko Horie talked her views about anime, anisong, and seiyuu of the present era

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.

Opinion: Kitab Visual Ianfu and Reflections on World Ianfu Day

The Kitab Visual Ianfu exhibition and the commemoration of World Ianfu Day provide a moment to think of the problem of military sexual violence more holistically.

Review: Tabi ni Deyou, Horobiyuku Sekai no Hate Made

Set on a journey "to the end of the world," Tabi ni Deyou will bring you to question more about the meaning of life.

5 Myths on Fujoshi

Fujoshi have been around for a long time, but a number of stereotypical misperceptions remain associated with them.

Women and Yaoi in Japanese Dōjinshi Culture

Women, including yaoi fans, have had significant presence and influence in Japanese dōjinshi culture for decades.

Review: Tabi Machi Late Show

Through a combination of limited animation and sound direction, Tabi Machi Late Show reminds that storytelling is not only about how to tell a story, but also how that story supposed to feel.

Opinion: Captivated by Signum’s Dashing Elegance

On the occasion of Ponytail Day, one staff writes on how he was captivated by Signum's powerful character image.

Indonesia’s 5th Year in World Cosplay Summit

This year marks Indonesia's fifth year in World Cosplay Summit. Read their journey here.

Book Review: Islam di Mata Orang Jepang

How do the Japanese see muslims, especially Indonesian muslims? Through this book, Hisanori Kato offers his answer.

Love Live! vs IDOLM@STER: An Unnecessary Conflict?

Two groups of idols, one never-ending bickering between the fans. But is it all worth it?

First Impression: Birdmen Vol. 1

Following Kekkaishi, another manga from Yellow Tanabe has now been available in Indonesia: Birdmen. How is it like?

Review: Inferno Cop

Inferno Cop pushes otaku animation to the extreme with extremely limited animation, explosion of disjointed narratives, and literal explosions.

First Impression: Tanaka-kun wa Itsumo Kedaruge

Taking laziness to the next level, Tanaka-kun entertains through how he spend his school days as a listless person

Seven Neo-Noir Anime Recomendation

Do you know the Neo-Noir genre? Interested to see some Neo-Noir anime? Our staff member shares his thoughts and recommendations on Neo-Noir anime.

Features

“Catch Me at the Ballpark!” Anime Review: The Story of the...

Ever wonder the personal stories of fans who attend a baseball game? Then you might want to watch "Catch Me at the Ballpark!" anime.

Event report: Comifuro XX Day 1 Photo Gallery

Indonesian creator market event Comic Frontier (Comifuro) returned once again last May. Here is the event report!