Lost in a Reverie

Recommended Fanfics: Sanji x Nami from One Piece

Fiona — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:25:39 +0000

Happy February! Can you believe it’s already the 33rd day of 2012? I didn’t realize it until this morning when the calendar was changed (yep I’m a day behind ). January sure had flown by quick and I’m still vigorously working on my new year’s resolutions, bet it’s the same for minna-san. Anyway, this time around for my fanfic recommends, I present Sanji and Nami from the infamous One Piece manga/anime.

I’ve been an avid fan of the pairing since my first encounter with the series many, many moons ago. They are adore together and compliment each other with their dreams (All Blue and creating a map of the entire world (the One Piece universe that is), crew colors (blue and orange) and childhood stories (working against or for).

Okay, many may say that Sanji would fawn over any woman that steps in his path. Though, this is valid on the surface, however, Nami holds a special place in his heart. This is evident when he officially joins the crew because she was in danger. He also drops everything and goes to her immediately when in need. Another factor would be how he addresses her, Nami-san is used unlike the other ladies in the series such as Robin-chan or Vivi-chan. Oda-sensei (mangaka of One Piece) had once said, Nami is precious to him and chan is mainly for fun.

On the flip side, Nami also gives him a unique treatment and not to any other male crew member by calling him Sanji-kun. From my understanding, the honorific (kun), this mainly used with a male that you are close with such a friend, classmate, younger brother or boyfriend. The kanji (君) used to write kun in Japanese is the same used to write kimi – the familiar form of “you” often used between sweethearts.¹ Do we feel the love between them?

ミカンと午睡 by syb @ pixiv.net

30 Days of SaNa by dandy wonderous (Completed)
Navigating Love by animefreak5483 (Completed)
Problems of the Love Cook by animefreak5483 (Completed)
A Snowball Chance by VirgoMaiden (Completed)
Cupcake by AllBlueChaser (Completed, One-shot)
Deadline by Dixxy Mouri (Completed)
Flowers for You and Me by Dancing Nightmare (Completed, One-shot
Kiss Kiss by dandy wonderous (Completed)
Love makes you Stupid! by PRMSA 855 (Completed, One-shot)
Sentimental Labyrinth by Kaori-chan2 (Completed)
Upset by Dixxy Mouri (Completed, One-shot)
Yappari As Expected by Namibean (Complete, One-Shot)

¹From Tripwolf.com

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Sakurai Sho, Oshima Yuko to co-star in television drama, Blackboard

Fiona — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:35:00 +0000

Arashi’s Sakurai Sho (30) and AKB48’s Oshima Yuko (23) will appear together in a television drama for the first time. In April, TBS plans to air a 3-episode miniseries, and Sakurai and Oshima have been cast in the first episode.

The miniseries, titled “Blackboard ~ Jidai to Tatakatta Kyoushitachi~,” revolves around teachers in different time periods having to deal with the problems of that era. For example, the first episode stars Sakurai as Shirahama, a junior high school teacher who taught his students about “dying for your country” during wartime. After later losing his right arm in the war, he returns to teaching but is burdened and conflicted by what he taught his students in the past.

Oshima will play one of Shirahama’s colleagues, an English teacher. She becomes an eventual love interest for him, though it seems to develop into a love triangle with his older brother’s wife (Miyazawa Rie).

This is the first time that an AKB48 member has appeared in a drama starring an Arashi member. Filming will take place between February and March, but it is said that initially their schedules were so busy there was only one day when they were both available. However, their schedules were later adjusted, and the production team gave up on filming on location (due to the time required just to travel) and instead constructed a nearly 2,000-square-meter set in Yokohama that reportedly cost 100 million yen.

The second episode of “Blackboard ~Jidai to Tatakatta Kyoushitachi~” will star Sato Koichi (51) as a teacher during the 1980s having to deal with school violence. Shida Mirai (18) will play a delinquent student, and Kanjiya Shihori (26) will play another teacher at the school.

The cast for the third episode has not yet been finalized.

TBS plans to broadcast “Blackboard ~Jidai to Tatakatta Kyoushitachi~” over three consecutive nights in April.

From Tokyography

Sakurai-sensei! This is so fitting for his image, so proper with a suit and tie, ne?! The plot sounds quite interesting enough, hopefully they do not compact excessively into one episode.

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Ninomiya Kazunari to star in latest Higashino Keigo adaption, Platina Data

Fiona — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:17:02 +0000

On January 26th, it was announced that Ninomiya Kazunari from Arashi will be starring in an upcoming movie titled,”Platina Data“.

“Platina Data” is based on a novel by famed writer Higashino Keigo. Set in 2017, it tells the story of a young brilliant scientist named Kagura Ryuhei (Ninomiya), who works as a DNA specialist for the National Police Agency in the newly created underwater DNA data center. One day, he suddenly becomes the prime suspect in the murder case of the person who developed the new DNA investigation system. Having no memory of what actually happened, Kagura decides to run away from the police.

Ninomiya commented, “It’s an incredible story that lets you take a look at a not too distant future… It’s an honor to be involved in this project.”

It was also announced that the detective in charge of the pursuit, Asama Reiji, will be played by actor Toyokawa Etsushi.

“I’m really happy to be able to work with Toyokawa. I can learn so many things from him,” Ninomiya said. “I’ll immediately start the preparations in order to be able to keep up with him.”

Toyokawa commented, “I’ve always thought of Ninomiya as a wonderful and young actor with a great individuality, from whom I can still learn a couple of things myself. I can’t wait to interact with him.”

The filming will begin in February, which gives Ninomiya a few more days to study the latest reports about DNA research, as he said. Aside from the science factor, the movie is said to include various dynamic action scenes as well. Distributor Toho stated that they want to create an epic mystery on the level of a Hollywood movie.

“Platina Data” will not appear in cinemas before 2013.

From Tokyohive

Looks like another great movie for Nino, I love the sci-fic and mystery factors and cannot wait to see it!

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Happy 30th Birthday, Sho-kun!

Fiona — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:50:18 +0000

May your special day be blessed with many fun and wonderful thing, hopefully celebrated with your loved ones and the other Arashi members!

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Gong Xi Fa Cai

Fiona — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:01:47 +0000

Chinese New Year – AnitJi.com

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Sweet Drops by Puffy

Fiona — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:57:58 +0000

I had finished the anime, Usagi Drop, in mid-November and forgotten about how enjoyable its opening theme was, Sweet Drops by PUFFY. It appears that the song was added to my mp3 player, but, not to the playlist. Thus, I never was able to play it until now, talking about being a ditz. LOL

I found myself humming happily to it last night, its upbeat melody provided such a positive and uplifting atmosphere. The composition consist of light acoustics along with the meaningful lyrics, it certainly makes this a cute and fluffy song.

The anime itself was delightful to watch, had finished it within two days. The series revolves around a six year-old child taken by a thirty year-old bachelor due to complicated circumstances. As the single parenthood story progressed, it illustrated their daily interactions, how their relationship develops and coping with complex issues. It’s truly a heartwarming little tale and highly recommended to any Josei and/or slice-of-life fans

So here is my favorite of the week (thinking of posting something like this every week now, we’ll see ):

Sweet Drops
Lyrics/Composition: Suzuki Shouko
Arrangement: Chiba Yuusuke
Vocal: PUFFY

Ashita no koto wa wakannai.
Kore tte gisei to wa chigau. Nani ka ga chigau.
Batsu GEEMU jan, Nante omowanai.

I don’t know what’s gonna happen tomorrow.
This is different than a sacrifice. Something’s different.
I don’t wanna think of it as a punishment game.

De, Nande na no ka wakannai.
Chotto shakuzen to shinai kedo, Kimi no sonzai,
Ima daiji da, Nante mon ja nai.

And, I don’t know why.
I don’t quite get it but, Your existence,
Is more than just important right now.

Sabaku de mayotteru yo na mainichi wa tsurai.
Namida wa yowai n ja, Nai no, Ai no SWEET DROPS.

It’s painful spending everyday like I’m wandering the desert.
I don’t tear up because I’m weak, They’re SWEET DROPS of Love.

Onna no ko tte yowai ne.
Dakedo tokidoki tsuyoi ne.
Kimi ga ite kurete, HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY!
Sonna hibi mo HAPPY.

Girls are weak, you know.
But sometimes they can be strong, you know.
When you’re here with me, I’m HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY!
Such days will be so HAPPY.

De, Nande na no ka wakannai.
Otona datte gyutto dakaretai, Fureraretai.
Ikutsu ni natta tte kawannai.

And, I don’t know why.
Even as an adult I want you to hug me tightly, I want you to touch me.
It won’t change no matter how old I get.

Owaranai koto nante kono yo no doko ni mo nai.
Naku no wa tsurai n ja, Nai no, Ai no SWEET DROPS.

There is nothing anywhere in this world which won’t come to an end.
I don’t cry because I’m hurt, They’re SWEET DROPS of Love.

Otoko no ko tte tsuyoi ne.
Dakedo tokidoki yowai ne.
Kimi ga ite kurete HAPPY.

Boys are strong, you know.
But sometimes they can be weak, you know.
When you’re here with me, I’m HAPPY.

Zutto yume mite itai ne.
Motto yasashiku shitai ne.
Kimi to iraretara, HAPPY.

I wanna keep dreaming forever, you know.
I wanna be kinder, you know.
If I can be with you, I’ll be HAPPY.

Onna no ko tte tsuyoi ne.
Dakedo tokidoki yowai ne.
Bokura no negai wa, HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY!

Girls are strong, you know.
But sometimes they can be weak, you know.
Our wish is, HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY!

Sonna hibi mo HAPPY.
Sore de itsu mo HAPPY.

Such days will be so HAPPY.
So we’ll always be HAPPY.

JUST WANNA MAKE YOU HAPPY☆.
JUST WANNA MAKE YOU HAPPY☆.

JUST WANNA MAKE YOU HAPPY☆.
JUST WANNA MAKE YOU HAPPY☆.

Lyric credits: honya-chn.com

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New fanlistings acquired

Fiona — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:11:33 +0000

About a month ago, I had adopted two Jdrama related fanlisting from J&R butterfly, and haven’t gotten a chance to advertise them. Tatta Hitotsu no Koi and Stand Up! are both which I adore and was quite excited when my application was selected.

The layouts are nothing fantastic, just something that was whipped up within a few hours. They will be kept intact for the time being, I’ll make changes when more time is at hand. So here are the two new fanlisting, click on the images to be forwarded to the sites:

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Matsumoto Jun – Lucky Seven CM

Fiona — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:50:47 +0000

Has everyone seen the CM for Jun-kun’s new drama, Lucky Seven — very intriguing and promising, ne!

Jun-kun as a boxer/detective is XD, especially with his shirt off! *faints* Matsushima-san looks quite pretty and the rest of the cast members are a delight.

BTW, I just realized that both Jun-kun and Eita had previously starred in Kimi wa Petto! Wow, that brings back memories and they had so little screen time together. I cannot wait to see the new interactions between them on a more mature level.

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I.D.E.A. ~Boku wa mainichi, yume o miru~ by RoST

Fiona — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:01:51 +0000

Out of the blue, my brother had asked for information about Mega Man and off I went searching. To my surprise, a Youtube clip associated with RoST had appeared via my Google search, I knew that my beloved Miki-sama was associated with the act…could they be same?! Kyaa~~ and yes, yes, it was truly them. XD

RoST (紳士的好色三人組) is a seiyuu group consist of Miki Shinichiro, Ishikawa Hideo, and Kasahara Rumi. I am not positive of the reasons to why the group was born, might have been for a series or something else (Do drop me a note if you have any ideas, I would love to know. ) However, for the short life span of the act, they had produced many wonderful and lovable songs.

I.D.E.A. ~Boku wa mainichi, yume o miru~ is the ending theme for Mega Man X6. The music is quite upbeat and catchy causing me to hum along with it as the piece was played continuously via my WMP. The vocals were executed beautifully by the three seyiuus, even the rap performed by Miki-sama. which I found delightful. Now, now you probably think I believe that all things touched by him are gold, which they are not, but this one certainly is! I absolutely adore his energetic performance. XD Also, the lyrics are quite inspirational — being able to dream every day and aiming to succeed them. Definitely wonderful, ne?!

So here is I.D.E.A. ~Boku wa mainichi, yume o miru:

I.D.E.A. ~僕は毎日、夢を見る~ (I.D.E.A. I see dreams, every day)
Lyrics: Yokoyama Isamu
Music and Arrangement: Kashibara Nobuhiko
Vocals: RoST (Miki Shinichiro, Kasahara Rumi, and Ishikawa Hideo)
Ending theme for MegaMan/Rockman X6

Todokisou na
hitosuji no hikari mo
gooru janai
tsugi no tabi no hajimari

It seems when you’re going forward
The straightforward light of glory
Is not your goal
It’s the beginning of the next journey

Subete o sutesaru
yuuki ga aru nara
motto tooku e yukerusa
dokomademo

Abandon everything
If you have the courage
You can go even further
Anywhere

Hoshizora ni chikai ano basho ni
nani ga aru no darou
tozasareta doa no mukou
tashikamete mitai
puropera mo hane mo iranaisa
sukoshi aidea ga areba
kanarazu toberu Fly high

In that place close to the starry sky
I think there’s something
On the opposite side of a locked door
If you want to see for sure
Even if it seems you have no propellar or feathers
All it takes is a small idea
and certainly you can soar Fly high

Sora wa takaku
fuku kaze wa yasashii
koko ni itemo
fuman nankanai kedo

In the endless sky
The wind is gentle
Even in this place
There is no dissatisfaction, however

Ushinau kawari ni
tsukamu mono mo aru
motto ooki na jibun o
mitsuketai

In parting with compensation
You’ve seized something
If a bigger self
Is what you want to find

Sansarou de mayou migi hidari
sukoshi fuan demo
onaji dake mune no naka ni
kibou ga aru kara
sobie tatsu kabe mo torikku mo
kimi ni aidea ga areba
norikaerareru Fly high

If you lose your way at a three-forked road and don’t know left from right
Even if you feel a little uneasy
Because in that same heart
There is also hope
You can stand tall against walls and tricks alike
If you have an idea
You can overcome it Fly high

Anzen o negau Donkey
bouken o erabu Monkey
taikutsu…
juujitsu…
boku wa mainichi, yume o miru
soshite subete o tobikoeru
I.D.E.A.

A donkey wishes for safety
A monkey chooses the risk
It’s boring
It’s fulfilling
I see dreams, every day
And rise above everything
I.D.E.A

Hoshizora ni chikai ano basho ni
nani ga aru no darou
tozasareta doa no mukou
tashikamete mitai
puropera mo hane mo iranaisa
sukoshi aidea ga areba
kanarazu toberu Fly high

In that place close to the starry sky
I think there’s something
On the opposite side of a locked door
If you want to find out for sure
Even if it seems you have no propellar or feathers
All it takes is a small idea
and certainly you can soar Fly high

I D E A I D E A I D E A I D E A I…

I D E A I D E A I D E A I D E A I…

Lyric translation from Freiheit Lyrics

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Cute Juntoshi moment

Fiona — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:55:07 +0000

Just watched the NTV Best Artist 2011 and had to capture this moment:

It’s been a while since I’ve been Juntoshi and went all giggly. XD It’s amazing on how comfort they are with one another…pure love, ne!

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