Sukitte Ii na Yo. looked cute from the moment i saw it on the preview list. it had been awhile since i had seen a serious love story, which is what this looked like. While some might find teenage drama pretentious (and trust me, it can be), in some cases it can be a great subject for series, it being a window into a confusing time in everyone's life. love, romance, confusion, indescision, a lack of communication, hurt feelings, jealousy, these are all things people experience at some point in their lives, but especially around their high school years. Sukitte Ii na Yo. has all of these, topped off by warm visuals, a solid cast, and a lovely, complimentary sound track.
Nothing like a stalker to drive love along.
the indecisiveness was both charming and aggravating.
the series is based on an ongoing manga, which might contribute to the slow pacing, though it feels like even if the manga were finished it would take all the time in the world for this series to get moving. to some, this might be a frustrating prospect; why stretch it out over 13 episodes when you can get them together and happy in 3? for others, though, this will provide just the right touch of serious after-school type drama to tug at the heartstrings. the soundtrack pulls no punches, either; it took me over half the series and looping the song for hours just to get to a point where the ending theme didn't make me cry.
over the course of the series, Mei makes some friends whom she can really depend on, which really tugs at the heart.
while this could very easily be written off as "just another romance story" or "just another AWKWARD romance story" or "just another shojo", it has a little spark to it that made it different from other series i've seen. the only way i can really describe it outside of calling it "serious" (which in itself is descriptive; it's kind of hard to find deep anime these days) is to compare it to Kimi ni Todoke; the two series have several parallels. however, unlike Todoke, Sukitte Ii na Yo.'s heroine isn't out to make friends; her sullen personality adds another layer of melodrama to the series. combined with his semi-oblivious nature, it made for some really heartwrenching moments, when i just wanted to jump into the tv and shake both of them by the shoulders till they woke up to each others' feelings. as weird and corny as that sounds, there were enough moments like that in the series to make it worth saying.
the series touches on the emotions that run high during this time in a person's life.
in the end, though, the series ended lightly, with me being satisfied but with that nagging feeling of wanting to know more. i suppose it would be worth it to look up the manga, in that case, but even if i don't, it left me feeling cozy, so i'm happy with that. you could easily show this series to an anime club, your sibling, or your parent/guardian/grandparent. i wouldn't reccomend it for little kids, if only because there are moments of (*gasp!*) holding hands (and Mei gets tackled by a shirtless Yamato in one scene), but otherwise this series is clean, fanservice free, and manages to satiate my appetite for a plot without even really having one.
it is when they overcome the indecisiveness that the series has its memorable moments.
Sukitte Ii na Yo. is available from Commie Subs, Interrobang Subs, AraAraUfufu~, Hadena Subs, Horrible Subs, and Hi10 Anime. the series has also been licensed in North America by Sentai Filmworks.
Panty and Stocking with Garterbelt was one hell of a wild ride. affectionately referred to by a magazine as "a love letter to western animation", that is exactly what it is, i myself describing it as "powerpuff girls goes to the strip club". the style is kooky, the themes raunchy, and the dialogue rough and uncensored. and that is exactly what makes people like it. normally, something this explosive would have never made it off the cutting room floor, but somehow gainax worked their magic and created this brilliant little piece that has become much beloved both in-country and out.
you and everyone else.
just a sample of the chaos within.
which brings me to my next point. the dub. for years, people have argued which is better, subs or dubs, and no one could ever reach a conclusion to the debate, it becoming as heated as the crusades. Panty and Stocking provides a great control for the experiment, it being so weird that it can't be called "western" OR "japanese". after watching the japanese voiceover when it came out, i re-watched it in english to refresh myself for this review. while i still prefer the japanese voices for the most part (helps that Stocking is played by my favourite Japanese voice actress), the english presented an interesting thing: different jokes within the same theme from the original, with different references and different nuances, meaning that if you don't watch both, you're missing out on half the fun. one may argue that the style dictates that the dub MUST be superiour, but i ask you, does that mean that Teen Titans HAS to be in japanese? Code Lyoko HAS to be in french, simply because of art style? there are plenty of Japanese references in the show, regardless of which voiceover you watch, meaning that P&S is one of the rare series that walks the line of sub and dub; it literally can go either way. (in one case, however, you may not have a choice; i'm unaware if the Blu-ray OVA was ever dubbed into english.)
there are plenty of fun references regardless of language.
the series is obviously a raunchy comedy, but not to the point where we don't care about the characters. (almost.) the later episodes take some more emotional turns as we see more character development beyond the desire for cock and sugar. relationships form, motivations explored, and bonds tested. i won't say it's enough to be called a "well-rounded show", but it was still nice of Gainax to actually think of something like that. they could have just as easily kept them as flat as the art style normally looks, but instead they went deeper with it, much deeper. (these sexual puns doing anything for you?)
Gainax really seemed to have fun with this series, using it as a chance to flex their stylistic muscles.
Panty and Stocking is everything you could want out of an adult anime without it being a porno or constant blood. it's what Family Guy is to America, only a bit swearier. the style, as i said, is quite unique, but Gainax shows their chops with the transformation sequences, proving that they don't HAVE to draw in this style, they WANT to. and why not, it's a great way to show things rather than the same old, same old. it's part of the reason that Panty and Stocking became so popular. however, popular or not, just because it looks like a kids show DOES NOT mean it is. if you couldn't tell by now, this is not the series to show to your sister/brother/little cousin/grandmother/parents/teacher/police officer/priest. just because they're angels doesn't make them cherubs. just because it looks like PPG doesn't make this sugar, spice, and everything nice. (there's plenty of sugar and plenty of spice, though.) show this to your college friends. show this to your raunchy uncle with the pet iguana. show this to your funky older sibling who will get a kick out of it and then show it to his/her friends.
there are some points in the series when a more traditional anime style shows through.
Panty and Stocking with Garterbelt is available from HyperSubs, CrunchySubs, HorribleSubs, WhyNot Fansubs, ColorMeSubbed, and Kira-Fansubs. the series is licensed in North America by Funimation Entertainment.
Kamisama no Memochou (otherwise known as God's Notebook or Heaven's Memo Pad) was a nice series. Nice as in aesthetically pleasing with a lovely soundtrack; the content of the series is firmly a drama, being what i call "Anime's Answer to Law and Order".
the visuals in this series are really lovely.
The series follows Fujishima Narumi, an introverted boy who moves to a new city. at first deciding to live his life the way he always did, as an insignifican "pixel on a screen", he ends up becoming wrapped up in the world of the local NEETs (Not engaged in Education, Employment, or Training), centering around the ramen shop Hanamaru and the little girl Alice, who claims to be a NEET Detective.
he goes through a lot of internal melodrama, maybe because he feels helpless at times. man up, dude.
From here, the series spins off into several arcs, involving such dramatic topics as drugs, suicide, prostitution, and mostly gangs. with the help of his newfound NEET friends and a local delinquent Yakuza group, Narumi helps solve several cases assigned to Alice, acting as his assistant in addition to working several other jobs around the series. (in fact, a running joke among the anime club i watched it with was how many titles Narumi recieved; by the end of it we were calling him "Assistant Uncle Vice-Admiral Gardening Club", and i'm not even sure if that was the whole title.) Through it all, Narumi manages to be a bit of an indecisive wimp through most of it, though he does man up at some points (adding a unique flavour to it all when he does). the other characters manage to maintain their own unique personalities, however, making them all the more likeable for it. the emotions feel real. the pain, the anger, the joy, all of it feels genuine as it unfolds in front of us.
the few times Narumi DOES go badass are rather thrilling, if only because when there's a wimp in an anime, they usually STAY a wimp.
However, that is not to say the series isn't without its flaws. there are some points where things feel a wee bit ridiculous (such as during one episode, Alice gives orders from a car packed to bursting with all her stuffed animals), and the moments of undue fanservice make the series feel a little tired, as if they were trying to "spice it up" to appeal to a wider market.
i think they're doing a bit more than "disturbing" them.
despite these problems and occasionally a common trope, i feel the series was definitely worth watching, despite other reviews of the series i've read giving it a less than favourable glance. however, in the sea of moe girls and tired archetypes (if i hear of one more "i'm in love with my little sister" type story i think i might lose it), this series stands up as a solid drama and ONLY a drama, something sorely lacking in today's anime market. it has its comedic moments, but overall the show retains a serious tone, something i had been wanting in an anime. even the way it handles its topics is solid; the subject of drugs is brought up a few times, and each time it is handled with the intensity that the subject recieves in real life. (that drugs are discussed AT ALL in the series is somewhat refreshing; perhaps the problem of illicit substances isn't as prevalent in Japan, but it's not a topic touched on very much in anime, even in more serious ones.)
NOT for kids.
overall, i had wanted to see this series when i heard about it, and i'm glad i did. though the series didn't wrap up all the loose ends (most, but not all) is a slight bit disappointing, but considering the source material is ongoing (the anime only covers the first volume or so of the light novel series), that's to be expected. despite that, the anime club enjoyed it, i enjoyed it, and anyone looking for a more serious-toned anime (including those who think anime is "nothing but kids stuff") will enjoy it. be warned that the moments of light fanservice make this series a bit above PG-13, but nothing explicit really goes on. there is also an english dub, though this is the type of series where i'm not sure making a dub was really the best move.
i can't identify half the plushies she has.
Kamisama no Memochou is available from Evetaku, Chihiro Subs, Unlimited Translation Works, Horriblesubs, Kanjouteki, AnimeTake.com, Bowling Ball Fansubs (italian), Vocamiku Fansubs (french), EvermorE Subs (spanish), ACT-Subs (Chinese), and Akatsuki Subs (german). the series has also been licensed for sale in North America by Sentai Filmworks.
Tsuritama was one of the weirdest series i have ever seen. it starts off weird, stays weird, and ends in a wet, weird bang. the primary focus of the series is fishing, adding yet another curious layer to a very unique and colourful series.
"colourful" and "weird" are two very accurate terms for this series. this, by the way, is the best defense ever. -w-
the series follows Yuki, a boy with crippling social anxiety issues due to frequent moving for his grandmother's work. as he enrolls in a new school on the island of Enoshima, he vows to overcome his problems, starting by making a nice introduction to his new class.
this is soon shattered by the introduction of Haru, a boy claiming to be an alien. showing up at Yuki and his grandmother's new house, he declares that he is an alien who will be living there from now on. after the grandmother agrees on one condition (which is never revealed to the audience), Haru makes a very loud and public entrance to his new class, holding a fishing pole and declaring Yuki his friend. as the series progresses, we see a slew of characters introduced, along with an odd plot and practical fishing advice, all wrapped up in a shiny, rainbow brite package.
Yuki makes this face a lot in the beginning.
one of the most noticable things about this series is its pallette. the opening is easily the most colourful i have ever laid eyes on, and the series doesn't disappoint in that department, either. that Yuki is japanese AND sports a crop of fire-red hair (the only other characters in the series with so called "anime hair" colours are both aliens) is interesting enough, but then we get to the aliens, the secret organization, and the scenery. the crisp blues and greens, however, help paint an accurate picture of island life. looking back at it, i can almost feel like i'm there in the flower garden or out on the pier. the art style meshes nicely with the rainbow overload as well, resulting in a pleasing aesthetic.
Enoshima has a lot of local customs which present themselves
near-constantly in the background, even meshing themselves quite
prominently with the story.
with the art comes the soundtrack, which is cute and fluffy, with a distinct nautical air. the main theme is always appriciated, it being bright and sunny, but not overbearing. the music always fits the tone of the series, as a soundrack should.
worst name for a boat ever.
to be honest, i can't find much fault with this series. i know it sounds like i'm being nice by saying that, but the main characters have distinct personalities and goals, the plot is interesting and detailed, and the setting is perfect for this sort of anime (full of odd traditions and local customs). even the ending was nice, with the potential for a second season, but more likely just to leave it as it is. there are some characters and themes i wish they had developed further, such as natsuki's mother, but all the same the show was satisfying without it. though i do wish they hadn't gone their separate ways at the end (potential spoiler, sorry ^^; ).
om nom nom.
overall, Tsuritama was an odd but enjoyable watch, both compelling and clean, making this an easy pick for anime clubs and most age groups. plenty of the episodes focus solely on fishing and what goes into it, so while it might not appeal to everyone, people interested in odd anime, sports anime, sci-fi anime, and cute-but-not-too-cute anime will enjoy this. i had a hard time believing this was originally a shonen series, but given the action and the core of **FISHING** makes it a bit more believable in that respect.
i know we've all woken up with our share of questionable bedmates, but
this is a tad ridiculous.
Tsuritama is available from Commie Subs, Kamigami Subs, Terrible Subs, Why Not Subs, Deadfish Encodes, and HorribleSubs. It is also licensed for sale in the US by Sentai Filmworks.
Tasogare Otome x Amnesia got my attention immediately on the list of Spring 2012 anime, as the picture provided on TV Tropes' list prominently featured the series female lead, Yuuko. The description told of a ghost-themed anime, and the picture helped propagate the image. I expected a very dramatic anime, which is partially what i got.
There are a lot of derp faces in this series.
The result was actually more of a dramady, with plenty of gags flying in every direction. despite the lack of devotion to a single genre, the blending works rather well, though there are moments when i feel that a more serious touch might have worked better, such as the moments of undue fanservice. when the time comes, though, the series delivers, with plenty of twists, turns, and emotional punches being thrown. the storyline is pressing, keeping your focus as it tells the sad tale. all events blend together in the end, too, meaning that episodes that might feel like filler end up tying in with the main story nicely.
The delightful moments of silly rarely detract from the overall tone of the
series.
Falling in line with the dramatic theme of the series is its artwork and soundtrack. the music is handled beautifully, being perfectly appropriate for each moment, and moving ones' heart even more. the opening first struck me as rather odd (especially the title), it grew on me, becoming a natural part of the series. the music also clicks nicely with the rich, gothic (yet distinctly japanese) visuals, cementing this as a supernatural story. even the previews are handled with care, each card being done in a different style than the series and each other. the opening, ending, and show itself all feature fluid, stunning animation complete with CG effects and style shifts appropriate to the situation.
One of the many beautiful preview cards.
The pitfall with this series is likely the characters. while the female lead, Yuuko, is memorable and relatable, the rest of the cast seems to suffer a bit by comparison. the show typically only showcases the main 4 characters, consisting of Yuuko, Teiichi, the male lead, and the other members of the Paranormal Investigation Club, Okonogi and Kirie. Okonogi plays the clueless, bouncy, overeager girl to a t, and Kirie is well done as the brooding, mysterious girl, but overall they're rather pale in comparison to Yuuko. Okonogi never ceases to annoy me, and Kirie might be a big stronger in the series if she had a stronger presence. Even Teiichi doesn't fall on the same level as Yuuko, being one of the most forgettable protagonists i've ever seen. It is his forgettableness, however, that seems to be his defining trait, this being discussed once or twice throughout the series and even becoming the focus for a few episodes. he is somewhat relatable, being very sensitive and bashful in nature yet very strong-willed, but even his face isn't very noteworthy. despite this, he and Yuuko mesh rather nicely.
F-f-f-fanservice~~
I'm glad i saw this series, really glad. it's been a while since i had seen a real ghost anime, and while the early episodes are more silly, the later ones really satiated my appetite for a good, rich story. i was moved by Yuuko's plight, her tragic memories and unnecessary death. i wish that the series had touched on certain characters more, such as the people from Yuuko's past, but otherwise everything was handled very well. the series ended nicely, with hints of a second season, but so far nothing has been said about one. overall, though, the series was a great watch, with a few ecchi moments, but mostly an interesting supernatural mystery.
The truly dramatic moments are handled very elegantly, resulting
in highly emotional scenes.
Tasogare Otome x Amnesia is available from Commie Subs, Unlimited Translation Works (UTW), Hadena Subs, Deadfish Encodes, Final8 Subs, Tekeremata Subs (esp), and Aozora Team (ita). Tasogare Otome x Amnesia is also licensed in the US by Sentai Filmworks.
Acchi Kocchi caught my eye on the Spring 2012 list of new anime, though the picture did little to showcase what the series had to offer. what i got exceeded my expectations enormously, giving me one of the most adorable series i have seen to date. the series' opening ("Acchi Kocchi", "Here and There" or "Place to Place") and ending ("Te o Gyu Shite ne", "Squeeze My Hand Tight") provide a very accurate glimpse of what the series is: the former shows off the sheer comedy chaos that the series was and is (the yonkoma manga is still running), and the latter shows off the squee-inducing fluff of the budding romance of the story.
Bu-nyu-nyu-nyu-nyu-nyu-nyu~~
The first episode gives an accurate rendition of how the show runs: cute, random comedy broken into a pair of 15-minute segments per episode. with this, there isn't much plot, but a story like this isn't supposed to have a lot of plot. it would honestly be quite weird if there were a multi-episode arc, given that one episode is actually 2 (and these are segmented further by the scene changes). after all, this was based off a yonkoma (4-panel) manga, which are known for being basically pure gag comedy. for it to be anything other than silly would require a major story overhaul.
Santa Claws.
It is expected then that the anime adaptation is likely faithful to the manga, with quick jokes, slapstick humour and out-of-left-field quips. despite yonkoma being a very japanese comic format, however, most of the jokes translate easily into english, meaning that someone with no knowledge of japanese culture wouldn't have much trouble at all understanding what is going on.
Some people shouldn't be allowed to cook.
Given that each episode is standalone, watching this slowly or out of order doesn't really create many problems (and in fact, i've been showing it to my anime club at a rate of half an episode per week). it's light and breezy, meaning it can appeal to a very broad audience. young or old, casual viewer or hardcore otaku, japanophile or culture noob, all can enjoy this series, since at the heart of it all, we can all relate to what the characters do and go through. She likes him but can't admit it. He's clueless. They like to make fun of them. it's easy to get.
OmNomNom~
My one beef with Acchi Kocchi is that the ending was sort of unsatisfying. that's likely due to the manga still going, but all the same, i really wish that things had been resolved a bit more. maybe i was just being a bit too fanatical with it, or maybe this points to a second season (after all, it only finished its run in june of this past year). i suppose it reminds me a tad of Ai Yori Aoshi in that there was a loose end that had yet to be tied, but if i divorce my feelings from it a bit, i suppose the ending wasn't all that bad. like the rest of the series, it was rather cute.
In retrospect, though it didn't wrap things up, it was a good ending.
those looking for a more meaty story (or those who are sick to death of cute, fluffy anime) will not enjoy this story. not one bit. but for the vast majority of us who are willing to open our hearts for one more adorable romp, this is gold. the simple plot also makes this an easy watch for those new to anime, and the clean jokes make it suitable to show to anyone, so for those looking to introduce someone to the anime market, this is the type of series you could easily show your 3-year-old cousin or 75-year-old grandmother. i can (and do, and will) recommend this to anyone, especially if that person needs a heartwarming watch or good laugh.
You can't help but root for them.
Acchi Kocchi is available through Deadfish Encodes, FFFansubs, Evetaku Subs, Hadena Subs, Commie Subs, Sakura Circle Subs, Sugoi Subs, and Tsumiki Subs. (Be warned; just because the last one shares the same name as the main character doesn't ensure quality. i downloaded a batch from them and i still had to do some light patching.)
A guest appearance by Pedobear. RUN, HIME, RUUUUUN
Jinrui wa Suitai Shimashita (Humanity Has Declined) looked cute and lighthearted from the start, with its pastel palette and adorable styling. and it was rather cute, in between the times when i was left wondering what the hell was going on. the series' ending theme, "Yume no Naka no Watashi no Yume" ("My Dream Within a Dream") sets the tone for the series quite nicely, feeling sort of like a dali painting given voice. i was told through various written sources that the series was intended to be a political commentary on various social flaws, and if one knows what to look for, it's there.
There's something to be said here, i'm sure.
Jinrui (or Jintai, as the shortened version of the title is said to be) started off with some rather obvious political commentary in the first 2 episodes, citing humanities willingness to sacrifice quality in the name of the bottom line, and that our rampant consumerism will eventually be our downfall. after this, however, the series just continued with some of the most random shit it could pull, from sentient headless skinned chickens to being stuck in a time loop for 2 episodes. i literally asked myself at one point, "Am I having a fever dream?", to which the series responded with a superpowered girl with cat ears.
Why indeed.
Jinrui did, however, deliver in other areas. the Heroine, despite never receiving a name (outside of her schoolyard nickname, Okashi-chan/Ms. Sweets), has depth to her character and is believable, despite the outrageous nature of the series. Her Grandfather, Assistant, and friends are as well, each having their own likes, dislikes, goals, and even episodes. The later episodes reveal things about the characters backstories', providing even more depth than what is usually covered in such a short series. Even the fairies are distinct, with some of them becoming recurring characters (such as Nakata-san).
Stuff like this happens a lot.
Not much else can be said about Jinrui. i get the feeling it's the type of series that i'd understand more after a second watch, or if i was more politically active (or both). there were times when i was left clutching my head in the Jackie Chan "my brain is full of fuck" pose due to the sheer nonsensical attitude towards the plot. as a result, it dragged on at some times, and was extremely engaging at others. despite everything, however, i'd be inclined to watch it again, if only because the animation and art were just very, very pretty and unique. don't be surprised if you're left wondering what the hell just happened, though.
Um...what?
Jinrui is available through Horrible Subs, Doki Subs, Deadfish Encodes, Commie Subs, and AnimeSenshi.com. Jinrui is also available for purchase through Sentai Filmworks.
I've wanted to see Ai Yori Aoshi since i first started watching anime. the series came out in the early 2000's and the trailer was on basically every anime dvd that came out during that time (2002-03). the series initially looked very emotional and dramatic, helped in no small part by the opening, "Towa no Hana" ("Eternal Flower"), which is both iconic and touching.
Heartwarming.
The result left me feeling rather odd. While the series starts off serious, holding a good stock of deep feelings, this was quickly nipped in the bud after a couple episodes, with sudden improbable circumstances such as moving into a large mansion free of charge and the main character being surrounded by beautiful women. i chalked this up to it being a "typical 90's type series" and kept with it, enjoying the more dramatic moments. overall, though, i felt the anime copped out a bit when the time came, perhaps to pad out the episode count. obligatory beach episodes, hot spring episodes, and generalized character archetypes (the little sister type, the clumsy one, the boisterous friend) didn't help this much. i felt the characters themselves lacked some depth, instead being turned into cookie-cutter molds of fan-favourite girls so as to appeal to a wider market. despite this, the series was rather pretty, the characters all looking so as well, even having the 90's holdovers in style (large, squareish eyes, small rounded mouths, simple body lines), which i found rather cute. the anime shows its age slightly, but nothing like older series such as Urusei Yatsura.
Pretty.
As i have yet to read the manga, i can't comment on the faithfullness of the adaptation, but have heard that the manga's plot is more serious in nature. this leads me to want to read/collect the series (which is sadly out of print), if only because i feel a sort of nostalgic loyalty to the series (odd, since i had never seen anything but trailers till now), and thus want to see if it was worth it. the anime lacks a lot in plot, to the point where i was angry by the end of the first season for not tying up a single loose end (save for one, which wasn't even fully resolved). i was eager to see the second season, Ai Yori Aoshi ~Enishi~, but this did little to provide for the plot, either. if anything, i felt even less satisfied by the end of the second season than by the first. i'm not even confident the last resolved issue in the story was even in the manga. and though i haven't yet seen the ~Enishi~ OVA, i doubt that provides any story insight, either. (From what i've heard, it's actually a prequel episode.)
Not without its touching moments.
Overall, Ai Yori Aoshi and Ai Yori Aoshi ~Enishi~ were cute and pretty, but did little to satiate my desire for a story. Aoi and Kaoru's relationship doesn't get far due to the harem running interference. Tina is such the stereotypical "American" that she is blonde-haired, blue-eyed, and has a southern accent (in the dub). Taeko happens to be a clumsy meganekko (glasses-girl) with a braid who also happens to be a maid. Mayu showcases the classic rich fangirl. and Aoi personifies the Yamato Nadeshiko. The arcs are never more than 2-3 episodes long, and few and far between, with most episodes being one-offs that could easily be watched out of order. if you really, really liked the manga, or feel like seeing something fluffy and silly, then feel free to watch it. but if you want a rich storyline, you'll be sorely disappointed.
Ai Yori Aoshi is available through KickAssAnime or Anime-Works (or just by googling), and is licensed for sale through Funimation Entertainment.
Helllllooo, readers and potential readers! Welcome back to KK Anime Reviews, even if this is your first time here! Initially, I wasn't too much into tumblr. I tended to forget I had one, even. However, recently my friends and brother in law (who is, incidentally, also a friend) have gotten me more into using it, so I figured, why not expand the blog's audience by cloning it on the tumblies?
Rest assured, the blog won't be leaving Blogger in favour of Tumblr. Instead, I'll be posting all of the old reviews from the main site over here. They will all remain up, unchanged, at the main site as well. This is more of a rerun than anything else, but I hope you enjoy it anyway. As time goes on, I may introduce tumblr exclusives, but seeing as how it took me a few hours of poking the html with a stick to get it to function properly, that will wait till later. In the meantime, enjoy KK's first tumblr review, Ai Yori Aoshi!
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