Wednesday 7 October 2020

What It Means To Be Happy: What Otakus Actually Buy In Japan Part 3

Haha too late because another package which took even longer came by last week
(Not from Japan btw but I don't intend to review that lol)
And I forgot what I wrote the first time around. Haiz Blogger you suck haha

So blah blah blah as you have seen from yesterday's post about a Klassic Note Review, it's here. I know I'm not as excited as I should be from yesterday because the tension's over already, but hey, I'll still talk about it, this package. I don't really have time to look at it again, but I'll try to recall the hype from yesterday or even maybe two months ago lol. I doubt I will get another one as big as this one for the year anymore, so might as well enjoy this, amirite?? Let's get straight to it! (As I said, I forgot what I wrote in draft yesterday and I decided to continue during lunch today and that stupid autosave kicked in and I didn't undo haiz)




As you can see, we have polaroid, we have pamphlets (two of them, to be exact), we have music, we have doujin manga... man, such is the life. If this is not what it means to be happy I don't know what is haha which one do you like I like all of them okay maybe not so much for Douki-chan lol
Kitou Akari 1st LIVE TOUR "Colorful Closet" Goods
"Toyota Moe Birthday Party 2020" Goods
Futon-chan September Hand Drawn Polaroids
声優グランプリ20年09月号表紙
Natsukawa Shiina 4th Single "Antithesis"
"Ganbare Douki-chan" Vol.2

How did I do this previously? Oh yeah I just do unboxing- Okay more than that, because I'll have to talk about how they appeared in this package and of course, show a couple of images. Because you know, why not. Probably not as much as before, but then again there are like, TWO pamphlets this time around so... I'll show a little more and I promise you I won't be biased to Akarin haha Moeshi~

I guess we should talk about this in chronological order of purchase then, if I can still remember them, one month since the first one- Is this what otakus have problems doing, recalling when they bought these? Well, they probably don't have to document it in a blog I guess...

So small, yet so much...

I was expecting Akarin opening in my face but this will do haha

Hey, my dear imouto hehe

Eh, where's the free bromide photo with the CD?
(That's the Akarin ones though)

Ah, I recognise this haha we'll talk about it later

I love these so much I'm already losing blood before looking at the book hehe
So, for starters, this one was on pre-order real early, but it's also the last in arrival to the warehouse, Akarin's first live tour goods. Of course, the live is online with a limited audience, but you know, I'm still glad the goods are available online for buying. For once, I can actually not rely... on Suruga-ya (haha) on getting bromides because these have bromides!! Yay!! The pamphlet is just to pad the order lmao but seriously I did not expect this to be so thick and with much content because FYI it's 1.5x thicker than the next one we'll be talking about which IS a normal pamphlet in comparison. You know I'm here for the photos which I will happily scan into my PC but I know you want to see more Akarin so HERE YOU GO!!! (haha)

パンフレット KITO AKARI 1st LIVE TOUR "Colorful Closet"
Guess where most of the budget went to haha if it's to her I'm good

*tehepero* haha kawaii

This one looks really good when you open it up
(Get it, the fruits? Haha)

MEGANE FETISH TRIGGERED
(If she were short-sighted may she only wear glasses in front of me)

This is so cute I can't even

Yeah this is my definition of idolism: I can only look at a reflection of her lol

I know right? Really should've kept this away first and look at instead, Moeshi's birthday party live goods!! Yes, it's Toyota Moe, ladies and gentlemen, as of now the only voice actresses I'm liking purely because of looks. No really, her normal voice is less appealing than Akarin and I've never seen her in Anime lmao. Still, and that's why she's here, because she looks so damn good- But no revealing shots though. I swear the pamphlet is way more disappointing than her latest photobook her Instagram photos haha really shouldn't have bought this along with the bromide photos IF NOT FOR another bromide!! Yes, with 3000yen purchase it'll come with a free random bromide. So yeah, as you can guess, 2 sets of photos (oh well they didn't say it's postcard sized) and the book is just nice, so well, I went with it haha. Moeshi, you're welcome I can always use more of you although I would argue I might as well have bought your recent photobook but you know, bromides. *laughs* Short haired fans you'll enjoy these haha
That is some really terrible packaging coming from Gamers, but hey at least she's in pristine condition

The two sets of bromides I bought...

…and the extra which came with it haha it's already worth buying that book

パンフレット "Toyota Moe Birthday Party 2020" Visual Photo Book
(Forgive me if I skip the long description as you can see below it's- I don't know what it is either)
She cute, isn't she?
(M for Moeshi, by the way)

The many faces of Toyota Moe and I promise you this is not even close to variety

Trust me I'm not aroused she does this all the time on Instagram lol

If she's on the sofa in the hotel and she gives me this face? Don't blame me if I rape you girl-

Why does this shot make her look fat haha I'll take it (hehe)

Why does this one make her face look so round haha I don't know

Hey, notice only 3 outfits? Yes, it's like, double in Akarin's one haha well I guess they just used it from the music video from the 1st album for the latter so that is just convenient otherwise we'll get something like this too I guess. And these are before the Suruga-ya order FYI now you know why I missed them so much? Haha moving on~

Since I missed the one in August because of limited stock too, this time around thanks to herself Futon-chan hand-drawn polaroids for September were up for grabs (nope she hasn't come up with an October one yet), and I can't help but support her with this purchase. I say the word "support" because unlike those above who do events for a reaosn becaseu they are technically still earning money (if not for a pandemic) just by selling tickets, this indie... cosplayer will need some real financial support so yeah, this might be kind of an occult way to ask money from us. So yeah, I bought three of them probably as with any of the hundreds of fans (yes) also because it comes with a free bromide!!- See the pattern here? Haha hey it gets me every time doesn't it? *giggles*

Hey! It's that wallpaper I had on my desktop for nearly a month *licks photo*
(Aw, it's signed? How sweet I wished it wasn't though lol)

Aw, it came with a note too! Hey I thought the signature was it I guess this is for those who didn't buy at least three
The note says: "Thanks for purchasing this!! Please support Futon-chan from here on!! *cat face*"


She needs to be cuter, seriously. *laughs*

Magic Mode! Here we go...

BOOM!!
(Don't stare too hard she doesn't have any rack haha)

And... dammit we talked about this CD already so let's talk about why then, do I get it from Toranoana even though there's like, other free gifts from other stores which are probably more worth my purchase. Cue "Ganbare Douki-chan" Volume 2, the direct sequel to the one doujin I bought (the first time in my life) two months ago, and I ended up with finding out that the author announced another book already... so yeah, it's just here for the ride. Nope, not going to get his artbook about stocking because again, not a fan of that (I rather touch bare thighs haha ah) And if you do have some knowledge of buying doujin online there can only be a couple of websites who will sell these, so this store is one of them which will also sell CDs too, just in case you wonder. Around this time already it's about time the two pre-order live goods were due to ship (I think it's a week before this purchase) so guess what this one was the first to arrive. That's how pre-order works I guess the Akarin one did technically send me an delay email so I guess that's why, huh.
(Okay I have to show this so)
The shrine is complete. *laughs* Nan-chan~!!
If you clicked through the gallery below and didn't see this warning about this being NSFW or something I'm sorry but I'll try to show a couple of... shots that won't get you fired lmao why are you looking at this at work anyways haha. Oh also, surprisingly it still came with the pre-order bonus of a clear folder, of course, drawn by the author too- He drew a lot of stuff just for this series anyways look at the Twitter again for some plot with comments for translations lol but yeah I'm not buying the tapestry this one's free man
Aw this is real cute

Female shame is my fuel lmao

Ah, so here's where you are hiding I thought I really got scammed buying from this store lol

As the cover suggest, yes, we have competition now haha
(No really, there's a lot more if you hop on Twitter this is volume 3 I guess)

This book's opening is perfect example of the main girl getting neglected in this series lmao

Hey, I love a free gift that can house it's purchase haha
It's not obvious so let me lay it in to you for the story, if you saw the author's Twitter in the second volume there is waaay more manga than the first volume which was zero FYI, so this one comes in as a surprise to me as much as it is disappointment because I... don't want to read. No seriously, I wanted this series to be like, fan artwork and then story is up to imagination. But as you read through and see kouhai appearing in the company the main couple are in, and even the senpai is hopping in wanting a piece of the action, in this case all of them have huge racks so they win (lol poor Douki-chan but she's cuter though those two aren't my type) (no stop flashing yout boobs at me), and... the last part was interesting because besides going out to a drinking party (I assume the guy was forced to join the two) on the way to I think the train station he dragged Douki-chan to a corner... so... *wink* You can find the continuation on his Twitter really if you can't wait for his promotions for his artbook to end by I don't even know when




That's all, actually. Quite a lot in a much smaller box this time around, and as much as my excitement went off... probably by the end of last month not to even say yesterday and whatever idiot I am to even edit this post on the go yesterday... I make a lot of mistakes in my life, but this one I won't regret. I take my chances to support people I like, so here's to show how much I do. No, Futon-chan, I don't have money for your fanclub haha no really it's not cheap at all. Cya guys next time then, and probably by then I'll make this as... satisfactory as I want it to be I'm sorry for the lack of excitement in the text though again I had it written already last night but... Haiz bye then haha

P.S. Yes here's where I can... maybe legally show this so here you go- and stop asking why the images are small those tits are BIG- Okay I'm flagging this site haha I'm making the thumbnails blurrier

I hope you're a fan of big breasts lol I mean I am too don't worry haha it's the main girl fantasising though, no joke (second image, bottom is her head)

Tuesday 6 October 2020

The Klassic Note Review 2020.10 Issue 1

Yes, the package for last month is finally here. But I'm not going to touch on that first. For I have work tomorrow and I want to "sleep early", I'll do up everything else by then, but meanwhile... we can do another Klassic Note Review.  A month in the making, and probably a lot more before that for her because you'll notice the release numbering... Mmmmm Nan-chan!!! Haha okay calm down me

So yeah, this time around, we're back to my beloved imouto yet again. Sorry for missing your 3rd single, dear girl, but maybe when you release your 2nd album we'll get back to that again BUT FOR NOW!!! Haha okay I know I love her we're good here lol. Let's get to it then! Even I wonder why this single would be here after what happened around the world this year...

And yes, I know the official title was "Antithese" so give me a break already I don't want to do spell checks all over this post haha




音楽 The Klassic Note Review
Natsukawa Shiina - Antithesis [Single]
Limited Edition
Regular Edition
(Don't ask me why let her hold the traffic post which is real heavy according to her, but I'll take the slight closer-up, thank you)

Origin: This, is a single of sorts. This is a single from her own music label and talent company MusicRay'n moving into the new age, in my opinion. It was April 2020, a time of confusion and instability, and that's where Natsukawa Shiina - voice actress and member of unit group TrySail - started her own YouTube channel. And first in her group. In the whole company, even. I suppose it was probably then where she covered songs she liked from rap to modern pop rock tunes that led to this single, I might say. Fast forward a couple of months later, she introduced her new single to us, bringing up much hype to every aspect of it, from the songs, to the music video, behind-the-scenes footage and so on... all produced/edited by yours truly, this is truly an age to live in. I hope that she really enjoyed making this single as much as I listened to it, because I tell you, this is some kind of a release.

(1) Antithesis
From the first chorus:
"Always
Until (my) emotion limit can be released, I'm still holding the grudge to be alone
Above this kind of life and still eating away, (I'm) still strongly, strongly struggling"
If this is not the definition of modern day pop rock, I can't find another description. Listening to this within seconds it'll hook you in, as with the intention of the indie composer and producer Surii would intend to do, and even later presented in a lyric video about how rebellious this song might sound, and it's totally on point. The song and music video show the strong and cool type image of Nan-chan we might otherwise not see (all but more, of course), but this makes it even cooler, embodying itself into a song that dabs itself. With a catchy melody and lyrics to remember, this will make a point across, with hype and even fit with anger. So much power, you'll won't even question my criticism of parts of this song I would otherwise dislike, just because.
Rating: 4 stars (Crazily Above Average)

(2) RUNNY NOSE
From the first chorus:
"(I) want to stand out, (I) want to laugh (it out)
(I) want to be in a form without keeping up image
(I) want to expose (myself) but it still hurts
Peeling off (my) shell
(I still have to) Come up with a reckless excuse"
And as if one hype song isn't enough, the B-side will make you never put down this release. Apart from the fact that the solo artist singer herself came up with the lyrics which are hard to read even if I have read Japanese for the past decade, the music itself will be enough for you to bop your head, let alone shake it like it's Saturday night. It's also this that brought in a great first impression when she revealed this on her YouTube channel, just days before release date. The whole song itself is even more impressive than I thought, though I did hesitate in giving the song mostly because it'll take some time to get used to, considering the genre and obvious extension of melody to keep up with the lyrics. As much as this is a weakness of having separate composer and lyricist, this won't stop you from cheering with the background vocals, and shaking your head up and down in the chorus. This truly is a wild song inside out.
Rating: 4 stars (Rocking High on Average)

Conclusion: Everything done here might be an experiment. To suit Shiina's tastes, to test out modern day social media, to go into a genre the company itself hardly explores... all in the name of an emergency. I guess that's how we will have something good in our hands right now. If you are a fan of her, I'm not going to convince you to do otherwise, but if you have heard any of the songs on YouTube and thought this was cool? You're only hitting the tip of the iceberg, my friend. Nan-chan can do so much more, you'll think her cuteness is getting her way, and I love her efforts for that. This single will go down as something to remember, even for her as an solo artist.

- Kaineng, on the Klassic Note

[TL:DR; This single got me through depression from work haha BABYMETAL got nothing on this lol]


(So... how was the review? I put in all my literary skills to praise her I can't even) (haha) (This single is really good though imo)




THE PACKAGE (FOR THIS CD)
Haha don't ask me why they don't even bother to put in the seal for that photo with an oversized wrapping lol. Let's see... that was from? (Forgive me it has been a month) Yes, Toranoana because since she's not that popular (oops) and I can take my time to order this at any time, I ended up choosing the one I liked most with that combination of close-up and you know, maybe a different expression of her. Well, her smiling is the best, isn't it? Haha my inner fanboy is showing. Other good ones include from (why are they so big OMG) Gamers to ANIPLEX+ to Rakuten Books (please kill me with that cute face), if you think I may not have chosen the best. I may be regretting but I got it from this store also because of...!! (See whole package review for answer) (Poor guy buying from Amazon Japan without any bromides haha)
In case you didn't notice even from the disc because I covered it, it's also a first for MusicRay'n to release both instrumental tracks for their singles (normally it's one, unless it's double A-side), which is why I keep emphasising how much has been blessed on us for this particular release.And since Nan-chan is so generous to share pretty much everything of this single to the world, you can click in to see the images, including the one below. You're welcome. *thumbs up*
OMAKE




That shall be it then. Stay tuned for tomorrow where I will unravel the rest of the package I got like, 2 weeks after all of them have been shipped. Or to make this sound worse, planned back in August. Yeah, remember that month? It's gone now. *laughs* So yeah, cya guys tomorrow earliest then, and with bromide photos to scan, you bet my weekday nights this week will be busy haha I really need to sleep early so bye

P.S. About what I mentioned about release number, MusicRay'n ones start with "SMCL", and for comparison (Regular Edition for reference) Asakura Momo's 2nd album released in April was "SMCL-655" and Amamiya Sora's 3rd album released in September a week before this single is "SMCL-675". This single was "SMCL-649". Now you should get the idea: it was intentionally delayed. Or the reverse, so that part of the music can be licensed on YouTube for her videos. Hmm... I'll leave you guys to think about it haha

P.P.S. Considering how this was packaged and especially, consolidated so all of it can come in one piece, I'm highly suspecting how much the staff at tenso.com are enjoying looking at my package hehe more tomorrow I promise

Sunday 4 October 2020

The Entertainment News 2020 Edition Issue #40

Man, why are the new shows I want to watch this season all about smart kids lol okay I wouldn't call Makoto smart but *laughs*

Hmm... I don't have much for this month's Otaku Package haha but at least I paid for something, so there's at least one thing now. Haha me trying to find more things to justify the international shipping it's so dumb. Also, I'm thinking of... crossing the line with calendars here with AV actresses but, uh, I worry for nudity so I'm holding back for now. I'll see what it looks like based on reviews of Twitter fan images then we will see. I can't think of any alternatives for calendars for next year too tbh

Well, let's cut to the chase, yes? If you see this posted early compared to previous ones because specifically on the day of this post, 7pm is Uesaka Sumire Instagram live, and 9pm is Touyama Nao Instagram live. Problem is, Sumipe decided to do 2 hours. Yeah. I wish I haven't liked any of them or if the pandemic ever existed they would have never got to this haha then again she's freelance now I suppose

ANIME NOW! I can't WAIT to get laid with Akarin in Anime haha the photobook earlier this year was just a taste




アニメ Majou no Tabitabi
"For me to be the youngest graduated witch, it doesn't seem to be interesting for the rest of the witches in the country" I mean, that's called jealousy you know how long some of them took to become even an apprentice? lol
Wait, how did Elaina keep her broom when she landed? Did she shoved it up her- Okay in this very healthy series that I shouldn't make jokes of (#MajoTabi01) we, uh... see the realities of life. No really, from the perspective of a 14-year-old. So, let's give you a summary of Elaina's... first three years as a magician. Well, it all started from reading a novel series or probably, diary series of a witch, and makes her aspire to become one as a kid. And so she worked hard for it, and graduated as the youngest graduate in the country. Hey, if that doesn't make anyone jealous, think again. Because since the world's requirement here is to ask for an existing witch to recognise her abilities to become a full fledged one, everyone is shunning her just because. It's sad, but hey, that's the reality right there, girl. Really makes me wonder why she never questioned why is it such a case, but you know, I got my current life pretty easily already so don't ask me about rejection. *laughs* Anyways, she overheard her parents talk about a passing by witch named Fran on the outskirts of the country, and she decides to try out on someone who isn't in town, so maybe she won't think she's some kind of genius only or something. Surprisingly, she got took in easily, so yeah, gotta have a drawback, isn't it? The Stardust Witch accepts her as a discipline, and then... she became a slave. Again, Elaina, if you have watched the many majo Anime out there, you're doing it wrong. Everyone makes the same mistake anyways, so let me tell you the way. *lifts up glasses* Firstly, always question anything and everything. Not like, being a jerk, but putting up with everything is a mistake. We'll talk about that later anyways, so I'll just say in passing. Just like in real life, if you really have questions about how the world works, you can always ask. But then again in this case it's unlikely going to work since Fran will just shun her anyways. For a month, even. So secondly, know the situation. As mentioned before, we talked about why her as a genius isn't practically accepted throughout the state, mainly because anyone you ask to be your sensei will be such a loser compared to you, and that's not your fault honestly because it's always on the surface anyways, but that's kind of a two-sided sword (or wand), so I won't say much. Lastly, feel it out. I mean, she did break so that's good, and that's also what Fran wanted to do to her? Yes, cue the parents, I guess. I hate to think this is a scam, and if you also wonder how Fran has a year to do this lol, but since Elaina will take every opportunity she could to become a witch, she'll do all it takes, even if it means doing chores for a month and then getting trashed in magic fights haha that's cool though tbh. And I think Fran knows it too: Why is this girl not complaining? She's not a POW, she's not a slave bought with money; (*gets employee deja vu*) Why wouldn't you question anything? Think about it. So yeah yeah, she broke the heck out of this innocent girl, for I would like to say she's already matured as she is for her age, so besides people who shun her and not take her seriously, I would say Fran has tried her best to do what the parents ask of her: Let her learn of hardship. Because you know, experience is hardship. It's never easy, you always lose, and even if you win you'll never forget you're just balancing in the rope of life, just like everyone else. Okay, as to why I was convinced to watch this for the season, at least, with a three-episode rule. It's kind of funny. And that's good enough. I expected this to be some serious shit (it is), but thankfully it isn't. From Fran being fran-tic (haha I'm sorry) to the father crying lol, there is some level of jokes we can take once in a while, so thanks for this not being like, a Fate series or something. Then, it's the direction of the Anime so far. It's just adventure. So yeah, more on the slice-of-life elements probably in the future, and that's why I have to watch two more episodes to make a formal decision. It's like me recognising this Anime as an Anime- That's not done by me that's the Anime production doing it on the author lol. Lastly, the cast. I mean, if anything, I think Ede-chan (Hondo Kaede) bring Elaina is already good enough reason to give this a try. Fran is Kana-chan (Hanzawa Kana) but with a more matured tone until you cry in front of her lol, and there are more familiar voices as we move on. So yeah, let's hope we get to talk of them soon haha. It's been some time since I gave such a series, previously along the lines of "Kami no Nai Nichiyoubi" which is like 2012? Haha yeah, so... I'll give this a go. The whole package is great so far, I know it's kind of an adult story which will hopefully lessen as time goes by because I see cheeky Elaina at the end of this first episode as a great entry to drama lol, and man, Harry Potter might be awesome but this is pretty cool too. *laughs* We'll see how far this takes me. Get it? Because I'm on an adventure too? I have a feeling this is a feature-episode style thing (as in every week she goes somewhere and meets new people), so don't get too used to Fran because we got new people coming right up! Yes, Ede-chan is good enough for now hehe 18 years old too so that's good she'll show up half naked now lmao bye
This is pretty cool, actually.
MFW Saturday's over and Animal Crossing reminds me Sunday is the start of a new week lol
P.S. *after seeing the Stardust Witch* "Maybe I'll just go back..." You know? If you're someone who wants others to be in happiness, this might be a good choice haha that's literally me asking for help
P.P.S. "Then the weeds around here is fine (for breakfast)" Okay that's sort of bitch talk when a field of guys are wooing you lol
[Since we're probably not getting more Fran for now so here's some to remember her by]
Obligatory boob shot just because, and not because Kana-chan who voiced her has any
(haha)
When you know you went too far lol

アニメ Tonikaku Kawaii
"Please, give your kid a normal name!!" Nasa-kun, you've clearly not watched Anime "Servant x Service" haha you're lucky to get away with this name
Yes, it's in the title. And I'm feeling pissed. And envious. And my bestie just got a girl to date and you give me this Anime?? Yes, I'm in. *laughs* That is my first impression of this series, so let's get into it. In the first episode of marriage (#ToniKawa01) I, uh, highly suspect this guy has never seen a woman before. And I've seen at least twice by his age. *laughs* Okay, my story aside, let's talk about this miracle of a story. Ignoring that it's from the same author as "Hayate no Gotoku" series which ended like, a decade ago, uh... I don't know where to start haha. For starters, SCREW YOU KANOKARI lmao wait what. *laughs* No seriously, we got a lot to talk about just this episode alone. So, in case you haven't heard of this series, and I don't until like a couple of weeks ago where Kitou Akari (who voices Tsukasa) dropped this on me and I replied "Yes" as fast as Nasa-kun could (lol), but yes, this is the Anime. Firstly, I would like to warn you, don't doubt this miracle. Yes, don't even. I know the Anime talked about the story of Kaguyahime like, 3 times at least (I'm not good at math so if I'm wrong don't blame me) and it really sounds like no one would ever trust this dude who is so desperate for her in any case, but that is it. It's literally... well, besides getting hit by a truck so I assume Nasa-kun here is already bonkers (lol) (okay he wasn't before it so), but yes, it's just his confession and the girl said yes. That's it. Plus, getting married. To you know, seal the deal? Haha which is why I would like you all, yes you included dear reader, to just take this Anime as some guy who wholeheartedly asked her out and she didn't think this guy is bad even with injuries, and actually agreed to it. So, story. Story goes that, because of his name (I've clarified that in the quote above lol) he decides to prove people otherwise that he is not to be laughed at (I would argue your confidence is something to laugh at already haha), even if it means aiming for top university without a backup plan. Man, this guy's got all the balls. But then, as he mentioned it himself, he got distracted. Pretty reminiscent of real life where we are in middle school too (those were the days... haha), but all it takes is for one girl you like to appear and your whole life changes. Yes, the author may have exaggerated this if you didn't notice (including the bleeding lol), but yeah, this is roughly what it feels like to fall in love. Trust me, I have my days too haha. You get the iconic scene you see in the trailer, and I really didn't expect them to play it this long to be honest (I mean, you saw the truck driver's reaction? lol), but yeah, and then he finally collapsed. I would argue that Kurosaki Ichigo from "BLEACH" didn't last as long as this guy did lmao. After waking up, of course, she is nowhere to be seen, so he probably thought it was a dram, amongst other things. So, as with any other Anime, you have to ask questions. (See, Elaina? It's not that hard) (lol) And so he did. To think that he may have done a confession even like, half awake, and then the girl saying "if you marry me" to be together? That sounds like a plot for an Anime That sounds too good to be true, that's for sure. But she's cute, I'll give you that. Not really my type even for 2D standards, but sure. *laughs* Hey, what can I say? He likes the girl. I guess he didn't say how long he took to stay hospitalised, or whether his parents were with him at some point. I mean, he only mentioned he left his parents to live alone because he can't take their nonsense anymore, and probably hiding the secret of his reason behind not going to university as any parent would ask. Still, this guy's a genius, so he'll live it out. Yes, that's why the intro of this post. Even at work, he's so good. *laughs* Such a wasted talent, isn't it? But hey, they say happiness is real important, so I'll take a woman I love too, thank you. Okay wow this is quite a long one already, so let's wrap up a little since we can talk about buffet-level holding hands and sleeping any time of this series lmao. So, a couple of things you have to understand by this episode. Firstly, about marriage. In Japan, the minimal legal age is 16. And yes, I assume with the cherry blossoms out and Tsukasa suddenly popping in front of his place probably through searching around for a while, this is precisely what Tsukasa was waiting for ie. Her 16th birthday, because there's the agreement back then. And yes, you need guardian consent. I'm going to leave the doubts for later, but suffice it to say, you don't need to have parents around to get married (that is not wrong, because what if your parents don't get to see... you... get married) (oh, me) (haha) so I guess screw you Nasa-kun's parents, and you can register for marriage any time of the day. Even at night. Is this how celebrities do it? Hmm, cheeky, isn't it. *laughs* Secondly, about getting hit by a truck. Again, I didn't expect to learn some first aid emergency knowledge in this Anime lol, but for starters, Tsukasa mentioned a lot about emergency, so for us lucky bastards who didn't cross the road and get T-boned by a truck (lmao), I hope we all learnt something from this. How long Nasa-kun has survived to do the confession though, that's what we'll talk about next. So lastly, about all this being a scam, specifically, because of Tsukasa. Again, I said not to doubt this series, and you shouldn't because have you read the manga haha, but yes, the author did leave a lot of clues to let you think this might be a trap all the same. I'll summarise that to the hints about Kaguyahime (if you watched the episode thanks for the summary of the story because I'm sorry Studio Ghibli if I didn't watch that Anime to learn of this story), Tsukasa's dictionary level knowledge (the easy explanation is that she might be also a bookworm like Nasa-kun, which then makes them a good pair haha) (ugh my heart), and Nasa-kun's reactions about all this. So, since the author has made this easy on him to accept this reality, he made him a confident person in life to pursue anything he wants (so yeah, even asking a girl out), while still doing things in impulse - or as he says, "faster than NASA" - at the right time, as in signing the papers. All these combinations must be the perfect situation for them to be together. Well, in the Anime sense, of course. Man, Kazuya you can go screw yourself because I wish like everything else I've gotten in life, I can get my marriage this easy haha I wish. Meanwhile, I'm going to enjoy 11 more episodes of this at least, unless I can't stand the opening theme (if you saw who did the music for the series you'll know) and can't give the ending theme but unlikely this is not as bad as "Hanako-kun" I'll give something haha Akarin~
[TL:DR; As Kitou Akari who voiced Tsukasa tweeted: "It was a great final episode... Congrats on the marriage! (Episode 1)" lol get it because marriage is always the ending for romance shows]
Any girl's reaction when I ask her out lol
I admire this guy's enthusiasm tbh haha
P.S. "No matter what happens I'll be able to manage!" Yeah and he gets hit by a truck lol
P.P.S. "If I die like this, what's the point of being born in the first place?" Because it was a mistake? lol I mean your parents didn't think too much when giving you your name too Nasa-kun so... *laughs*

アニメ GREAT PRETENDER
"I studied a bit and with a bit of luck..." Okay James we know you like fake paintings lol
Is it just me or can I not forget about Cynthia's love story from last week? Ah, I wished I was a painter lol. In this new episode (#GREATPRETENDER13) where what's gone is hardly ever going to come back, hey at least Thomas' art skills were back. So, story. Story is now that Thomas is found, but he's in debt. Long story short, remember last week where James scouted Thomas out to be a great counterfeiter? Yeah, it changed his life for good or for worse. And of course, Cynthia isn't buying it. (Get it? Because artwork) Along the days, Thomas got richer because you know, the plan for James is that he paints artwork real enough it can get vetted by James as real, and then... if the actual one appears then we're screwed. Remember in an interview in the episode he said he studied? Yeah, it's just to assure that this artwork he was going to ask Thomas to paint is, you know, already missing. Haha this is so screwed up I can't even. So yeah, to the extent that moving up his status is also the start of James psycho-ing him that his woman should be left out. Hey, it's that career vs love question again, isn't it. But seriously though, if a girl asks me to work MacDonald's for my current job, I'll never say no. It's for her, man. Canned beans are a small price to pay (Get it? The beans are small too- I'm sorry) just to be with your loved one. I guess not, considering you won't be warm in winter. The reason then, that Thomas got into debt, after Cynthia left him, is that he realised that his "artwork" were then placed in real museums for others to look at, and that, is ridicule to Art itself. I mean, really, he should know as a painter. Then again he could have not visited the local museum lmao. Anyways, he took the turn, buying back all the art he has created for James, which of course, forced him into debt because what else he's going to use to pay to bid out those artwork. But even through all this, Makoto did actually convince him to paint the counterfeit for Snow of London mainly because... he stole that box Cynthia was holding haha. That box, which contained, not a joke, a drawing of a wedding ring. Aw, how sweet. Stopping her for the moment though, let's talk about how things are going with this heist. Abbie had to swallow her own pride (if she has any) to you know, get closer to James literally (ugh), but also, report on what Laurent is about being a black market art seller to the mafia. Laurent tips him about an upcoming auction that James can participate to buy back that painting Laurent outbid in the first place (the original, by the way), and then of course, scam him by giving a fake and taking back all the money plus profit in the first place because, you know, it's currently rated at 30 million euros now. They gotta take their money back somehow. So, to conclude on the arc, I suppose with next episode they have to touch on two things: (1) whether James will get scammed for real. I sure hope so for this one he has seen the real one. Well, I forgot we're supposed to also scam Fran not him so we shall see how that goes haha. And (2) Cynthia's feelings for Thomas. Hey, this is even more unlikely to happen though, as she would probably argue that she can't revert back on her rich swindler life now, mainly because I would argue for her that it's technically social justice, and the guilt is lesser? Haha I wouldn't say that but see how Makoto has blended in so much now. *laughs* So yeah, let's actually see if any of these will take off, but as with every arc so far, I'm sure it'll go swimmingly well. For Cynthia though... if you want to retire from this we understand hehe cya guys next week
Happiness is...
Happiness (to a woman) is...
P.S. *James points to below him* I legit thought someone was going to suck d*ck lol Abbie how low have to sunk to haha
P.P.S. "You (Cynthia) wanted to be a stage actress" I mean, she is still now haha. Her acting skills weren't useful on guys like Sam though lol

音楽 This Week on Klassic Note
So, this week, and let's talk about this quick since this is likely also the only thing which is great, Sangatsu no Phantasia's new album is... I guess, going to join the list of albums this year which I got many songs out of (others include Asakura Momo, yorushika and so on), as I give like, 5 songs already at this point. Yeah, without much hesitation too. Well, mostly because like, I know 2 songs from artist I know of (literally one of them is also composer of yorushika, yes n-buna, which I did not know of when the lyric video of this written song was played early this year, and I thought it was good) (it's fate haha), and the rest... are just me wanting to hear more Mia-san. Mostly being cute, and sometimes being like everyone else because I could use some emotional songs once in a while. Also, because Anime "GREAT PRETENDER" Original Soundtrack was literally released last week and if you didn't hear me talk about how good the current arc is, then you're missing out on the one song they've played on this week's episode like, 3 times. *laughs* I gotta give it now haha. Oh yeah and lastly, YuNi's new single which almost gave me hope on giving the B-side ever since the digital single which was some ending theme *wink* Uzaki-chan *wink* and (saw potential to do a physical release and) released a proper release, almost made me want to give the single in full. Don't worry, the second listen of the song on the way home killed it real good haha I was in the mood at work to listen the first time apparently lol

So, in news concerning music or not as I would see fit and that is on Twitter, yanaginagi's new album is coming due December (thank goodness I gave the one song a couple of months ago), I guess KANA-BOON has a new song for that firefighting Anime, Anime "ToniKawa" theme songs are already on digital if you have music subscriptions or something (ending theme recommended unless you like... rap?), and this has nothing to do with music but I want to say and you can probably Google it yourself, romance harem series "OsaMake" is getting an Anime adaptation. Why this last time is particular spicy is mainly because apart from the perfect cast which I swear it's not coincidental (Minase Inori is the childhood friend who is jealous of everyone you meet, and will eventually rid of them I assume) (I mean, read the title dude), the main guy of this harem is also... that one guy. Matsuoka. Yes. Harem kind of Anime haha so yay? At least they're going to enjoy the recording in the studio lol

So for next week, we have a slew of releases I have no much idea about so going in blind, from ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION's new single which is quite some time already (last was in 2018?) and I've heard nothing thus far, to GLIM SPANKY's new album which I swear I've not touched them since last year or even 2018 tbh (okay I did mention them in the Digital Singles Week I did some months ago but I didn't give anything, I promise you), to I almost forgot Waki Azumi's new single is also next week because I like the one - shockingly this time around - topic song that is also an Anime theme song (don't try to read the title, don't), so let's see if she can continue to make me like her (songs) third time coming. Again, it's one song every time so I would like to break the record if she didn't having 3 more songs... that I don't give a damn about every time haha Columbia Japan's budget is off the charts lol




So yeah, it's still going as I am still writing this and you will see posted if you are that on time (lol please, me), Naobou is still doing her Instagram live. And if you did watch from like, 7pm or 8pm Japan Time with Sumipe and her 2 hours (Jesus Christ) live and then she jumped into Naobou's stream for like about an hour and she then said that she doesn't have a schedule on this so she'll see how long this goes... Good chances I'm going to hear this until I sleep tonight haha. Hey, what a time to live in, isn't it? It's barely even anything a decade ago, man. So kids, what you see now... *laughs* Okay, feeling old already listening to older women talk (haha sorry), so I'll see you next week. I have a harsh feeling the upcoming package is coming real soon, and we may not have to wait until next weekend to see it. With that set aside, enjoy your next week ahead because I know I won't haha, and until then... take care of yourselves. Not because the President of United States of America is also infected, but... I mean, just in general. I can barely keep up with my health with the unhealthy lifestyle I'm living I AM WATCHING MIDNIGHT LIVESTREAMS MAN WHAT AM I DOING WITH MY LIFE haha bye

Saturday 3 October 2020

The Dream Fragment 20201003

Wow, double appearances?? What?? Is this a dream?? Yes it is, me. Haha this is so dumb

I felt like I should talk about this wonderful dream I had as bizarre as it is so you're welcome. Yes, two ladies were featured in this somehow, and I'm only going to talk about the good bits here since I forgot most of it and the last bit is even weirder so...

(As usual, dreams stop when the quote ends, and anything inside in brackets are my comments if I can't keep myself shut lol)

"It looks like a summer party or something, probably out of a 90s movie. People were hanging out drinking and hanging out in the pool, likely in a mansion of sorts, so a night pool setting would be appropriate. Among the groups of sexy ladies were (yes she is not that hot but) Takahashi Rie, who looks more desperate to find guys and/or interesting things to look at. For the former, the others were looking for the best hunk in the house, but he's hidden somewhere in the corner, and so they decide to find him. Dressed in cropped tops and short denim pants (someday, Rieri, someday haha), they walk around to find a curtain behind where the shadows of two people were found: clearly a taller build of a male and the curves of a woman.

A lot of things went through her mind before the reveal. As the others were discussing about how erratic the guy's behaviour might be probably because he's a rich kid, and that he's kind of a sadist and an alcoholic (I think I added the latter in I forgot lol), but despite all that, her enthusiasm may have not faded enough to deter her. So, as the curtains were drawn, the group were shocked to see... The handsome hunk of a dude (hanging out with another dude just joking haha) doing the dancing kiss position but instead, is chugging down beer down a woman's throat on a table. The ladies witness in shock for a moment and then ran away.

As the camera zooms away (yes forced perspective is a thing in my dream remember I did it's like a 90s movie) and the guy continues to happily chug down beer but not onto himself, Hanazawa Kana, on the other hand, is surprisingly enjoying herself. (Oono Kensho, is this you? You sick f-) Drowning herself in happiness and mostly alcohol, it's almost as if she and the bottle of beer were one, leaving her drunk in happiness as the guy stopped and walked away. (Camera focus on her please, and... Cut!) (lol)"

In terms of references haha, I think my interpretation of old movies are mixed in with Kana-chan and her slew of recent ads for beer on Twitter (yes that's a thing now; Akarin is doing one but more subtle for an energy drink), but don't ask me why Rieri is here even (guess I need her in a dream once in a while hehe), and the handsome dude... is probably not me or the husband lol. I'm done imaging Kana-chan with her head only fused into the whiskey shaped square glass bottle haha ugh she must like beer a lot lmao ok bye

P.S. Woke up to a "WORKING!!!" ending theme song haha I wonder why but I suspect I heard it at work yesterday but yeah why is all dudes singing too for fans who know of this