Ninja Scroll: The Series Review
Anime Review

Ninja Scroll: The Series Review

Ninja Scroll: The Series Review
When anime first became a thing here in English-speaking countries there were three films that everyone, and I mean everyone, watched: Akira, Ghost in the Shell and Ninja Scroll, and while the latter may not have had the far and wide impact the first two had, it was still a big deal within anime fandom. So how come the Ninja Scroll TV series has made so little impact that most people will see this review and go “there was a Ninja Scroll TV series?”
• 19th August 2024
Super Morning Star Volume 4 Review
Manga Review

Super Morning Star Volume 4 Review

Super Morning Star Volume 4 Review
The relationship between Honda and Kaido began in high school and has weathered some storms. But now that Kaido’s film career is taking off, he’s in Los Angeles – and Honda is still in Japan. How will things turn out for the two?
• 11th August 2024
Medalist Volume 3 Review
Manga Review

Medalist Volume 3 Review

Medalist Volume 3 Review
It’s time to compete in the West Japan championships – but is young Inori ready to demonstrate the skills on the ice that her coach Tsukasa her taught her? And, more to the point, where are her skates?
• 4th August 2024
Schoolgirl Review
Book Review

Schoolgirl Review

Schoolgirl Review
One of Osamu Dazai's classic works returns to print with a new hardback release from One Peace Books. Schoolgirl follows a day in the life of a high schooler who's struggling with grief and the sense of responsibility that comes with approaching adulthood.
• 1st August 2024