Let me tell you, I usually consider myself pretty on top of the summer anime releases. But this year, a hidden gem snuck past my radar and completely stole my heart – The Elusive Samurai! This show is pure fire, and I can’t believe it took me so long to jump on board. About The […]
Summer Ghost Review: A Hauntingly Beautiful Tale of Hope
Forget everything you think you know about ghost stories. Summer Ghost isn’t here to scare you with jump scares or creepy crawlies. Instead, it weaves a hauntingly beautiful tale about finding your reason to live, even when the world feels like it’s crumbling around you. This 40-minute anime film, a gem by Flat Studio, snuck […]
Renegade Immortal Romance: A Guide to Wang Lin’s Three Wives
Yo, cultivation peeps! Let’s talk about the most important thing in any cultivator’s life besides spirit stones and epic battles – romance, baby! And who better to explore the world of love and celestial spouses than our renegade himself, Wang Lin?
10 Chinese Anime Like Shrouding the Heavens: Cultivate Your Cravings!
Shrouding the Heavens (Zhe Tian) was a wild rollercoaster ride, wasn’t it? Imagine a bunch of regular high school grads, just out celebrating their graduation, and bam! They stumble upon an ancient bronze coffin rumored to hold the bodies of nine mighty dragons. Next thing you know, they’re whisked away to a whole new planet, […]
The Umbrella Fairy (San Shao Nü): A Chinese Anime Adventure
Have you ever wondered if the objects we hold dear have a soul? This summer, a new Chinese donghua (Chinese anime movie) titled “The Umbrella Fairy” (San Shao Nü), based on the manga “Umbrella Girl Dreams” by Zuo Xiao Ling and Wei Ying, explores this very notion. Released on July 6, 2024, the film takes […]
Renegade Immortal Cultivation: A Dive into the Realm of Celestial Power!
Yo cultivator peeps! Buckle up for a wild ride through the crazy world of cultivation in Renegade Immortal! We’re ditching the boring stuff and diving headfirst into the power system that fuels epic battles, makes mountains crumble, and lets you live for, like, ever! This time, we’re focusing on the baddest dudes (and dudettes) of […]
Bureau of Paranormal Investigation Season 2: It’s Finally Here!
Calling all donghua fans who crave action-packed adventures with a supernatural twist! Brace yourselves because Bureau of Paranormal Investigation Season 2 has finally arrived after years of waiting! Remember the cliffhanger ending of Season 1, where Shen La’s mysterious power threatened to consume him? Well, the wait is over, and we’re diving headfirst into a […]
Lantern Blade: A Stop-Motion Wuxia Epic Arrives on July 13th!
Get ready to be swept away by the breathtaking world of Lantern Blade, a stunning stop-motion wuxia adventure coming to Tencent Penguin Pictures on July 13th, 2024! This captivating mini-series, brought to life by the renowned studios Nice Boat Animation and Mote Stop-Motion Animation, promises a thrilling blend of action, drama, and supernatural elements. About […]
Whimsical Wish: An Original Donghua Coming Soon to Bilibili (Aug 2024)
Guys, have you heard?! Get ready to be whisked away to a world of quirky fun because Whimsical Wish (or Guai Xiang Shou, for my fellow Chinese anime fans) is finally arriving! This one’s been on my radar since Bilibili announced it as part of their 2022-2023 lineup, and let me tell you, the wait […]
Unexpected Champion! My Top Anime Picks of Spring 2024
Spring 2024 was a wild ride for anime fans! We were bombarded with new seasons of beloved classics, surprising newcomers, and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Picking just four favorites felt like an impossible task, but after much deliberation, here’s my personal top picks! My Top 4 Anime of the Spring 2024 Season – […]
Roommate Blues with a Boys’ Love Twist: Why You Should Watch Twilight Out of Focus This Summer
Let me tell you about a new anime that’s equal parts heartwarming and hilarious – perfect for those summer nights when you just want to curl up with a delightful rom-com. It’s called Twilight Out of Focus, and it premieres on July 4th. Buckle up, because this boys’ love story from Studio DEEN is about […]
My Deer Friend Nokotan: Hilarious High Jinks with a Secret-Sniffing Deer!
Calling all fans of slice-of-life comedies with a unique twist! My Deer Friend Nokotan, premiering on July 7th, is the perfect summer anime to bring a smile to your face. This quirky and heartwarming series follows the story of a seemingly perfect student named Han and her unexpected encounter with a most unusual classmate – […]
Dive into 2024’s Donghua Gems: A Fangirling Guide!
Hey everyone, buckle up for some serious donghua excitement! As a huge anime fanatic, especially when it comes to Chinese animation, 2024 has been an absolute rollercoaster ride. So many incredible shows have come out this year, and I simply had to share some of my absolute favorites with you all. Top 10 Donghua of […]
Suicide Squad Isekai: DC’s Anti-Heroes Unleashed in a Fantasy Extravaganza!
Calling all anime fans with a taste for explosive action, irreverent humor, and a dash of excitement for something supernatural! Get ready for Suicide Squad Isekai, premiering on July 6th as part of the summer 2024 anime lineup, a wild new anime series from the acclaimed Wit Studio (Attack on Titan, Vinland Saga) that throws […]
SHOSHIMIN: How to Become Ordinary – Mystery, Mishaps & a Hilarious Quest for Normalcy!
Calling all fans of lighthearted mysteries and heartwarming friendships! SHOSHIMIN: How to Become Ordinary, premiering on July 7th, is the perfect summer anime for you. This delightful series, based on the beloved novel series by Honobu Yonezawa (also the author of the popular anime Hyouka!), follows the quirky story of Jougorou Kobato and Yuki Osanai, […]