She’s one of the most famous composers of the modern day, and possibly the best known in anime spheres. Yoko Kanno enchants the world with music that’s jazzy, classically-inspired, experimental, cute, weird, emotional, and never the same twice. And let’s be real, we’re having a great …Read more »
If I asked you to describe the artwork of Yoshitaka Amano, you’d immediately go to — well, the above. High fantasy inspired, with flowing hair and intricate patterns. Or intricate hair and flowing patterns. The Final Fantasy and Vampire Hunter D artist has an unmistakable look. But …Read more »
This week, after years of speculation, we finally get to see Cowboy Bebop in live action. Headed up by the guy who brought us The Mandalorian and rolling out via Netflix, it’s premiering to a wide variety of opinions and expectations. And, just before, the streaming service hit …Read more »
A while back, we recognized some of our favorite anime marriages. Naturally, Nasa and Tsukasa Yuzaki of TONIKAWA: Over the Moon for You was in that list. With plans for a second season confirmed, we figure it’s as good a time as any to add to …Read more »
Blade Runner: Black Lotus is just a few days away. Soon, we’ll get to see another window into the world of the enduring sci-fi universe. And while we don’t fully know what’s ahead, one thing is certain: the staff is spot on. Blade Runner has …Read more »
Musician and scenario writer Noriyasu Agematsu just announced his latest project, Technoroid. The futuristic series will combine anime, gaming, music, and sci-fi. We’re totally ready to see these bishonen androids sing and dance — especially considering his previous projects. You’ve probably seen at least one of Agematsu’s musically-charged …Read more »
It’s November again — and for many of us, that means NaNoWriMo is underway. National Novel Writing Month encourages people to write a little bit every day, eventually leading to that all-important first draft. Many participants have smashed their 50,000-word goal, and even gone on …Read more »
It’s that time of year: time for everyone to debate over when The Holidays start. Is it December 1? Thanksgiving? Right now? Or do we wait for Mariah Carey’s signal as instructed during our briefing? There is only one right answer, and we’re not sure what …Read more »
Throwing the best Halloween party isn’t just about having good food, or good decorations, or getting people to actually show up. No, the best events are greater than the sum of their parts. For the perfect party night, everything needs to be top tier: costumes, …Read more »
KAGUYA-SAMA: LOVE IS WAR is all set for a third season this April. The rom-com battler manga-turned-anime has won fans all over the world, and it’s not surprising. Rather than being a stereotypical take on romance, it’s an adorable tale of hard-headed tsunderes in love. And …Read more »
What is Halloween, if not one big cosplay party?! It’s the perfect reason to dress up as your favorite anime or TV show character. But let’s be honest, cosplay can get pricey. That’s why we curated a list of easy cosplay ideas from both classic …Read more »
If you’re a hardcore mecha anime fan, you’ve probably heard of UFO Robo Grendizer. You may even have seen some. But depending on where you’re from, you may not realize just how popular it actually is. For some of us, for example, the idea of it …Read more »
With less than a month until its premiere, Netflix has shown us more of its Cowboy Bebop adaptation. The first full trailer launched during a live stream event, alongside a cast Q&A and some exclusive footage. There’s still a lot to see, but we’ve caught sight …Read more »
Have you stocked up on Halloween candy for the week? Got your bags of bite-sized snacks all ready for the trick-or-treaters? Good. Now guard them with your life. Because anime is full of characters who will absolutely steal it all from you. Sweet-toothed characters are …Read more »
Shoji Kawamori’s The Super Dimension Fortress Macross has flown higher than anyone ever imagined. The musical space romance spawned multiple sequels and has a devoted fan following for its galactic idols. Its U.S. adaptation, Robotech, introduced a new generation of fans to anime. And this winter, Macross Plus …Read more »
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