anime
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Heroines Run the Show – Idols Off Stage
Hiyori is the new manager in training for LIPXLIP whose bene stagnant in their career. She wants to see them grow, but first she ahs to get them to stop fighting. Will she have time to continue her track career and find love in between LIPXLIPs messes? Read more
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Peak – BBNO$ Comeback Concert
Scouts, grab your tickets and board your planes to see BBNO$ live from the Shore! With special guests Ironmouse and Vanillamace. Bing Bong take the mic! Read more
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Practical Merch – Studio Ghibli
Studio Ghibli releases new plushies and I learned about their official site with tons of goodies! Read more
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Sacrificing Identity for Fame – Perfect Blue
When Mima starts filming the television drama Double Bind is when Satoshi’s dreamy reality bending story telling starts to take root. Mima is repeatedly saying the line ‘who are you’ for her role. Slowly it sounds less like she’s practicing her line and like she’s asking herself. Read more
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Sending a Virtual Star to the Stars – JAXA Akatsuki Satellite
Miku wasn’t the focal point for the satellite as far as its purpose. It’s not like we sent her space to see if we could still hear her among the stars, it would have been kind of cool if it played music though. The satellite was created by the Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency or JAXA.… Read more
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Rock and Roll Anxiety – Bocchi the Rock
Bocchi is such a relatable character, especially with her anxiety that runs the show dictating each of her actions and mindset. She’s the main character but resigns herself to side character status as someone who struggles to function in the world unless it’s digitally. Seeing the impact Kessoku Band has on Bocchi and her growth… Read more
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Back in Theaters – Perfect Blue
I’ve said it before, but I adore Satoshi Kon films. They’re the perfect blend of whimsical and gritty that leave me in a feeling of awe each time I’ve seen them. His style always captivates me and it’s so easy to get lost in the narratives he creates. I’ve only been able to see Satoshi Read more
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Sip Some Romance – Sunright Tea Studio x Love and Deepsapce Collaboration
Shaking your beverage 17 times is the motto of small boba tea chain Sunright Tea Studio. They claim it not only perfectly blends the drinks’ flavors together, but also makes you pause and enjoy the moment you’re having your tea. I don’t have any boba tea places near me, so I appreciate the sentiment to Read more
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Crossing the Finish Line – Uma Musume Pretty Derby
On your mark, get set, pull gotcha! If you’ve spent any time on the internet recently then you know the hottest gotcha game of the moment Umamusume: Pretty Derby has taken over the internet. 2025 is the year of the horse girls! The more I see about this game the more I think about downloading Read more
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Loft Top Picks – Summer Anime 2025
Summer 2025 anime has officially started airing and the titles I’ve seen are an interesting mix of feel-good summer fun, and spine-chilling horror. My two favorite genres that somehow alternate perfectly as they release throughout the week. A split between fun in the sun and jumping at creaky floorboards. There is plenty of great anime Read more