MagicalTimesInTranslation

A quaint little blog where I talk about Japanese translations and anime and perhaps tokusatsu. It's mostly for fun, really.

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P H R A S I N G

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Oh, I’m pretty sure Matoi knew exactly what phrasing he was using considering his body language.

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…wait so which is it?

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The translation is a tad wonky. The last line is more along the lines of “we’ll spend our entire lives continuing to fight against you!” What tripped the translator up was probably “kagiri aru inochi”, which would mean “finite life”, but in this case they mean it as a “devoted to fighting” sense.

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“Message” Ace Attorney Ending

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zEFJa0R5Rw When you feel upset, I made this message; And sent it to you, at midnight on a whim... So that every now and then, it'll help you Remember that I'll always be with you. Even if you feel crushed and full of regret, Just let out a sigh, and try moving forward. And if you can let yourself believe in the future, Even if you feel disheartened, never forget: After all the tears, a smile will come to you... Even on days you may have hesitated. As long as the wish for love is there, you can feel it... Tomorrow is just around the corner, so never give up! Second by second, our dreams get closer and closer... As we'll watch the light, hand in hand. Song Note: Because the song writers hate me, in the lyric: “Even on days you may have hesitated”, there's a small name pun. Maya's original Japanese name is Mayoi, and here, the lyric is “mayoi tachidomatta hazu no hibi sae mo”.

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“Turnabout Winner” (逆転WINNER) - Ace Attorney Opening

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QbK69wc9_Q Is the world that you see Actually the truth? Who's the one who Says what's right? Lady Justice has flipped her coin, A sign that something is about to change... On this long, long road to the finish line Now's the time you take the first step! Destiny? Please. That decides nothing. Hold to your insight! If we're gonna do this, go in guns blazing! We'll regret it later if we turn our backs now! Look ahead, wipe your brow... And through those tears, shout out: OBJECTION! Turn things around, deliver justice! Even when we're desperate, there's always a chance! Whatever love or dreams you hold, If you go on with them in tow, I'm sure I'm sure you're on the road to victory!

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“Since You’re Here With Me” (あなたがいるから) - Precure All Stars: Everyone Sing! Miraculous Magic

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOKKXEJEGGg Mirai: Lu-la-la-la...

Riko: You must be happy to be singing.

Mirai: Well, of course I'm happy lu-la-la~! Riko, we're walking through the town together! It'd be weirder if I wasn't having fun now!

Riko: No more games, get serious! The whole reason we're searching the town now Is to help us become even better Precure!

Both: The sun is shining high in the sky; The wind... carries our dreams along~ There's definitely something great Just waiting 'round the corner!

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Haruka: Where could the park be? Lu-la-la-la! That's where Megumi's waiting for us! I wanna hang out like now! Let's move!

Kirara: Hey, aren't these clothes nice?

???: Great eye, Kirara! Your fashion sense is amazing!

Minami: Say, isn't the flower shop over there pretty?

Towa: Is this a daisy, sir? Owner: Yep! It's the symbol of bonds!

All: No matter how far apart we are, Our thoughts are one.

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All: Hello! (Hello!) Since you're here with me Yes! (Yes!) Let's hold hands Hello! (Hello!) And with everyone here too Yes! (Yes!) We'll make a big ring!

C'mon, hold my hand (Let's!) And join your heart with mine (Let's!) And when we do, our tale of “the future” can Finally begin!

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heartcatch was fucked up like first we have the “ooh heartcatch is so dark” stuff like

cologne fucking dies? one of the cute fairy mascots is dead?

the final boss is one of the main characters’ dad and one of his subordinates (who dies) is her sister

but also

the fairies shit out heart seeds??? I’ll never be over that as lng as I live. who decided a good way for the fairies to deliver trinkets to the girls was through their butts

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Where do you think Luna carried all the trinkets she gave the Sailor Senshi

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They make fun of this in the Spring Carnival movie because EVERYONE knows what it looks like.

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W H A T

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Geki, by itself, means “fierce”. So like he REALLY IS TOTES SERIOUS GUYS.

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If I were making this sign, I probably would have put “The City of Demons” in red, but you do you I guess

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What makes this funnier is that the town name is “Daybreak Town (akebono machi)”. Nothing says dawn quite like demons.

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everyone thought black was sniffing out the org but he was just hungry

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Huh. Mr. Yoko from Abaranger.

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ENDLESS TORCH (Cure Scarlet/Towa’s Chara Song #2)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqqSSnb46y0&list=PLo_MF3x8zffR2qyLeo6wxDUePsOwJj-yZ&index=8 Never again shall I Wander in the darkness, For I have decided to chase my dream Whilst accepting my sins.

Even if it seems like a Towering shadow obstructs my path, I am never alone because I have Comrades I can put my faith in.

And because my heart knows despair, I know I can find my hope. I will take the fuse of courage And light it aflame!

Burning within me is an endless torch, A flame to light tomorrow's way. I will be a Phoenix, Soaring into the great unknown.

To envision my dream with my friends, And to make it come true Let us ignite our undying passion!

What warms my heart During chilly nights Is not a blanket, But rather the smiles of my friends.

Though I am sure far stronger Enemies may be on the horizon, I will not give in, and I will Stand against them, again and again.

Illuminating the future is an endless torch, A flame vowed to defend it... And a refrain of supportive friendship.

Even if the past cannot be erased, I have overcome destiny itself, Because I have met My irreplaceable comrades.

From hand to hand passes the endless torch, A flame pulsating with power That has accepted true warmth.

To envision my dream with my friends, And to make it come true Let us ignite our undying passion! To be connected towa-rds eternity...

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“A Princess’s Requirement (プリンセスの条件)” - Go! Princess Precure

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvUdgkMFiJ4&list=PLo_MF3x8zffR2qyLeo6wxDUePsOwJj-yZ&index=3

All: When we find ourselves enveloped By the storm of despair around us, Once again we look deep within and stand. MinaKira: Our hearts may break, We may not be able to do anything... But we stand firm in what we believe in.

Kira: With unwavering passion, Mina: Let your courage support you Towa: Towards hope... Haru: Towards light... Towa: And if you release them... HaruTowa: See, the future awaits!

All: A shining spirit is a Princess' requirement! Haru: Stepping forward with fire Kira: And elegance, Towa: We go to open Mina: The door of our dreams.

All: That we met you, that we protect everyone... Haru: That is my power... Mina: And even more strongly, kindly and beautifully... All: Our persistent faith is the key towards tomorrow.

MinaKira: If you're a girl, then within your heart It isn't strange to find the yearning To become a wonderful and strong heroine.

HaruTowa: Looking the part isn't all there is to it. When you look within yourself with your reflection, And stand to face it, you'll bloom.

Kira: Reflecting on it, I realize Mina: My own weakness... Towa: I'll acknowledge it Haru: We can change, because HaruTowa: We want to overcome it!

All: To grow as a person is a princess' duty. Haru: Warmly, honestly Mina: We'll paint Towa: The tracks to Kira: Our splendid dreams.

All: Even our scattered tears are bound by friendship. Towa: You aren't alone, Kira: And even if you're battered and bruised, All: You can fly, with eyes shining bright.

Haru: To see a princess take up the fight is natural, Mina: For no one will ever take Haru: Our magnificent Kira: Dreams away, because Towa: They're our precious treasure.

All: A shining spirit is a Princess' requirement! Haru: Stepping forward with fire Kira: And elegance, Towa: We go to open Mina: The door of our dreams.

All: That we met you, that we protect everyone... Haru: That is my power... Mina: And even more strongly, kindly and beautifully... All: Our persistent faith is the key towards tomorrow.

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I said something a while back about the early episodes being “Matoi is an ass” episodes. I was wrong.

They all are.

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32, I assume? I just... don’t like this episode for a variety of reasons.

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okay wow

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Literally one step away from “Indian burial ground”.

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Imagination Station that phrase does nOT MEAN “HAND-ME-DOWNS”

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Okay, TO BE FAIR, I’ve heard and seen that used to mean “hand me downs” since I was little. Forgive me for not being aware of the... original meaning.

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Here’s the trailer for the upcoming Kamen Rider Ghost Televikun DVD Special: Ikkyu Eyecon Contention! Quick Wit Battle!!

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IKKYU! IN A PINCH? USING WIT IS A CINCH!

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robin hoodie

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skillz is laughing so hard right now over her own shitty pun

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Just what until Harry Hoodieni.

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Will this be the episode that introduces his relationship with milk?

I’ve seen Gaoranger Vs Super Sentai, so I know he’s what some people would call a “milk fucker.”

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No, actually. That episode is 36. And... Gao vs. SS really kind of hammers that into him, despite the fact that Daimon isn’t nearly that screamy in the show.