Journey back into the manga world

by Fiona

It’s been a while since I had picked up a manga to read. Mainly devoting my time in video game playing, Jdrama/anime watching , learning Japanese and other interests. Just a few days ago, I decided to catch up what I had started. Looking back, it’s has been almost a year and a half since my journey in the fascinating anime/manga world. Time sure has flown, and not a second wasted.

I can proudly say that the last volume of Kimi wa Petto has been read, it had ended so lovely. Wish it didn’t, but all goodness has to conclude and for the new to commence.  I’ll provide my thoughts of the series on another post, will be doing some manga reviews soon. Nextwill be picking up some manhwa (Korea manga) and continuing some of my faves. I am a sucker at romance ones, who wouldn’t? Here is my current reads:

  • I.N.V.U
  • Hot Gimmick
  • The Other Side of the Mirror
  • 9 Faces of Love
  • One Piece – awaiting for new scanslates
  • Nana – awaiting for next volume to be released
  • Gokusen – awaiting for new scanslates
  • Nodame Cantabile – awaiting for new volume

Next to read:

  • Forest of Gray City
  • Can’t Lose You
  • Seduction is more beautiful than love
  • 100% Perfect Girl
  • Kaikan Phrase
  • Koukou Debut
  • Mars
  • Town of Evening Calm, Country of Cherry Blossoms

May consider:

  • Zettai Kareshi
  • Koukou Debut
  • Vampire Knight

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Gokusen movie in planning

by Fiona

Looks like Gokusen will be going to the big screen starring the third season cast. I had high hopes when the heading was first read at Tokyograph, excepting they would have Sawada Shin return. Nope, really wish that was the case. Season one was awesome with Jun-kun (the reason why I adore him so much ). Season two was okay with Kame and Jin, but cannot compared to the first one. I guess there is still hope, maybe a season four with the returned cast. Let’s keep our fingers-crossed. hehe…

Article can be found here.

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Happy March, everyone!

by Fiona

Yep, the first quarter of 2009 is at its last stretch, I hope everyone had a wonderful and fulfilling February. Aside from the PC troubles, I had a pretty good month.

The Persona 3 journey has been completed including the extension. Though, the ending of the main game was not to my liking, it was quite enjoyable. Persona 4 has been received from Amazon and placed onto my collection, taking a break from this series. On a side note, the Persona series appears to be aiming toward the brighter plot, I had a glimpse of the previous games, they are definitely darker. Not certain if I’ll play on those, but will consider on a later date. Also, had begin playing on Grandia, an older PS classic which my brother had recommended. It’s been funny so far with the clever characters and intriguing plot.

I had the opportunity to re-explore my older fandoms such as Taiwanese opera/歌仔戲. It has been years and years since they were touched, glad that I recently did. I’ve gain a better understanding and respect toward this type of art form, learned to love it even more. Since the stories are usually based on Chinese historical figures and folktales, it provides some educational aspect. Though, the accurate facts may not be performed, it gives me a foundation to where to start researching. Really hope that its culture will continue for younger generations to enjoy.

A fanlisting collective has been on my things-to-do list for ages now, finally had the chance to create one. The layout is quite simple and I was able to accomplished it over a weekend. Will expand on it when I get the chance.

My ones-to-see Jdrama list has doubled in the last month or so, I had the opportunity to finish a few such as Sapuri, Hataraki Man, Anego, Ryuusei no Kizuna, Engine and Tatta Hitotsu no Koi. All were enjoyable; through these, I have gained interested on Kamenashi Kazuya. Of KAT-TUN, I am acquainted with Kame and Akanishi Jin, however, I find Kame a much more versatile and well-rounded actor than Jin. He is quite charming and convincing on-screen, making me intriguing and wanting to see more. Though, Jun portrays his characters accordingly, there is no additional spark that sways me to pursue another of his dramas. Just my cent though.

With that said, wishing everyone a happy, happy month. It’s going to be an exciting with all of the Arashi goodies.

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