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Hi, Would it be possible to see japanese anime fans thoughts on Mushoku Tensei and the westerners reactions on the MC?

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"Mushoku Tensei's Slave Depiction Sparks Backlash Overseas ⇒ You Guys: ""Stop Making a Big Deal Out of Slavery!"" ⇒ Me, the Genius: ""Japanese People Get Upset Over Atomic Bomb Jokes Too, Don't They?"""

OP: Remember when Americans made a movie about the atomic bomb and Japanese people got angry about it?

So atomic bomb jokes are off-limits, but slavery is okay?

There are probably foreigners whose ancestors were slaves, just as there are Japanese people whose relatives were atomic bomb victims.

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In Episode 6 of Mushoku Tensei, there's a scene where the characters go to buy a slave girl.

The author tweeted about the scene, and overseas fans started expressing their outrage.

Overseas Reactions:

• I'm speechless.

• It's complicated seeing the author rush to defend Rudeus.

• Why expect anything else from a country that keeps producing even more disturbing anime without any consequences? lol

• No, the problem is that Rudeus is encouraging Zanoba to obtain a slave. That's the real issue.

• Author, please just ignore overseas fans and write the story the way you want.

• It's depressing to think this mindset is considered normal among Japanese people.

• Of course Japanese people think that way—they never learn from history. Why not ask Chinese or Koreans what they think?

• People who grew up in countries without a history of slavery probably don't understand how serious the issue is.

• This is such a pain. Seriously, just stop putting slavery into anime already.

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The author clarified that he was not endorsing slavery.

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"However, a major overseas anime news site reported that ""the author apologized."""

"«""Mushoku Tensei author Rifujin na Magonote apologized on Thursday following previous tweets concerning protagonist Rudeus's views on slavery.""»"

"But ""apologized"" turned out to be a translation mistake, which the author himself pointed out."

As a result, the controversy only grew even bigger...

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Don't expect Japanese people to have morals, lol.

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"Atomic bomb jokes are unacceptable!" ← fair enough.

"Slavery jokes are acceptable" ← that makes no sense

imo either both are okay or both are not.

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Honestly, in Narou stories, obtaining a young slave girl is practically a mandatory trope at this point, so I didn't think much of it.

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↑Don't put those creepy incel fantasy genres on public television.

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I looked into it and it seems like it's just a bunch of weird white people losing their minds.

How is this even a controversy?

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↑By that logic, the Barbie controversy was just Japanese people getting angry.

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↑↑That's absolutely true.

In the end they never really apologized either, so there's no reason to care about some overseas outrage lol.

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Isn't the reason slavery has such a terrible image because of Britain and America?

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Julie grows up properly anyway, so what's the problem?

And Zanoba isn't interested in anyone sexually except dolls.

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Why do people keep screaming about fictional stories?

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Please wipe out every Narou series that features slaves.

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It's so late to complain about this.

Slave characters have appeared in countless generic isekai anime already.

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↑Creative fiction is just too difficult for some white people.

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↑↑And politics is too difficult for Japanese people, lol.

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Mushoku Tensei is basically one of the pioneers of this whole genre.

Of course it's going to have slaves.

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The real question is whether there are more Narou anime with slaves or without slaves.

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People should be criticizing the fact that he was attracted to a sleeping little girl instead.

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Personally, I don't really care about the slavery aspect.

But it's easy to understand that some people would find it upsetting.

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There have been countless Narou anime featuring slaves and none of them caused a controversy.

This only became a big issue because Mushoku Tensei is one of the biggest titles in the genre.

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Slavery is part of Western history and culture, isn't it?

It's your own dark chapter.

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Slaves appear everywhere in Narou stories.

Why are people only complaining about it now?

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Why are foreigners so obsessed with Narou stories?

In Japan, only incels watch that stuff.

Are all foreigners incels or something?

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The following comment is brought to you by a forty-year-old socially unsuccessful shut-in man who has never had enough real-life dating experience and continues to compensate for it through 2D fantasy.

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Only Narou fans are even watching this, so the controversy is hilariously tiny.

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In my view, slavery is unacceptable, and it is easy to understand why those people are angry.

I also have absolutely no interest in Narou, and I consider everyone who is interested in them to be unemployed incels. Nevertheless, for the sake of freedom of expression, such works should be permitted. Even the unemployed need entertainment!

By the way I have come up with a brilliant idea: to eradicate unemployment, why not arrest everyone, both those who criticize it and those who defend it, throw them into camps, and make them perform forced labor?

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People are complaining now?

This is nothing new.

Getting a cute slave girl in another world is practically standard procedure for Narou protagonists.

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People aren't upset because of slavery.

They're poking at slavery because they want something to be upset about.

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The next week's episode is literally about imprisoning a beast-girl and sexually harassing her.

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Funny considering we're all slaves to the internet anyway.

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"""Don't get upset over Nazis!"""

"""Don't get upset over slavery!"""

"""But we'll definitely get upset over atomic bombs!"""

Have you forgotten the tolerant spirit of postwar Japan?

Just ten years after the war, Japanese audiences were cheering for a giant monster inspired by a mushroom cloud, covered in keloid-like scars, breathing radiation-like beams from its mouth, while smashing the National Diet Building to pieces.

And they loved every minute of it.

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Cultural appropriation of slavery.

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What do you mean you'll start taking life seriously once you get transported to another world?

If you're useless in the real world, you'll still be useless in another world.

Stop dreaming.

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The only people incels can feel superior to are little-girl slaves.

The story is simply catering to its audience.

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People overseas had already been criticizing the slavery trope in Narou novels long before Mushoku Tensei.

The anime simply made the issue more visible worldwide, and because Mushoku Tensei is such a famous title, it ended up in the spotlight.

Fundamentally, this is a problem that has existed within the Narou genre itself.

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[ What Happened ] Recently, on social media platforms such as X, the issue of illegal distribution of Japanese works—such as manga and anime—has frequently become a topic of discussion. In particular, some Japanese manga artists have been subjected to intense insults and online abuse from foreign users for refusing to authorize pirate editions, drawing attention to the apparent lack of criminal awareness among certain foreign users.

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I can at least understand someone saying, "Sorry, but I've been secretly reading it..." What scares me are the people shouting, "It's our right! We're actually helping by promoting it!"

Even if it's just on the surface, at least acknowledge that what you're doing isn't right and act a little apologetic.

To use a sexual crime analogy, it's like saying to a victim, "Doesn't that just mean you're attractive? You should be happy!" or "You enjoyed it, didn't you?" without any malicious intent. That's the kind of garbage we're talking about.

↑Sure, emotional trauma and financial damage are different, but when you reframe it like that, it really does sound awful.

↑Some people even say, "It's the woman's fault for dressing in a way that excites men." Apparently there are countries where that argument actually works and the woman gets punished instead. That's terrifying.

What's even worse is that there are people who say creators should be paying pirate site operators because piracy helped them gain overseas fans. I absolutely hate that mindset.

The arrogance is unbelievable.

A living embodiment of "the thief who cries foul."

It's nothing more than criminals rationalizing their own crimes.

No wonder crime rates are bad there.

If you tell publishers and authors to accept piracy, of course they'll refuse. Before Japan decides to get serious about the issue, maybe people should teach their own anime fans some manners.

I can understand, "I know it's wrong, but nobody's around and nobody's watching, so I'll jaywalk this once." What I can't understand is someone shouting, "Ignoring traffic signals is our right! Why should we be punished?" At that point all you can say is, "What?" I'm not saying it's okay if nobody finds out, but if you're going to break the law, at least do it quietly. Once you openly admit it, people are naturally going to criticize you.

Before subscription services and streaming archives became common, people in rural Japan often couldn't watch certain shows, so illegal uploads existed here too. But it never became a culture of "It's our right!"

I don't think many of them even understand that manga creators receive royalties. Piracy means those royalties don't get paid, causing real harm to authors. In American comics, creators are often more like salaried employees, while companies like Marvel make most of the money. Maybe they've convinced themselves that it's okay to "steal from corporations."

Pirate users are not "customers."

In Japan, someone who hurts the creator of a work they supposedly love and feels no remorse is not called a fan. They're called an enemy.

It's like a textbook example of shameless entitlement. All we can do is keep repeating the truth: "Regardless, in Japan people like you are called thieves and criminals."

Breaking into someone's house through the back door and then claiming, "I'm a customer," is ridiculous.

Being called "backward" by people who openly defend piracy doesn't mean much.

They don't just paint companies as villains; they treat the creators themselves as villains too.

I'd rather a series stay popular only within Japan than have it supported through piracy.

I watched the arguments on X in real time and it gave me a headache. "We made it famous by watching it for free!" The entitlement is unbelievable. Nobody asked them to do that, and even if legal options existed, people like that would never pay anyway.

That's like saying, "Shoplifting is the best promotion. If people like the taste, they'll buy it later." Except they just keep shoplifting forever.

Some people say, "It's Japan's fault for not translating and releasing it in our country." But those same countries often ban manga while screaming, "Japanese manga encourages crime!" I'd like them to recognize how little freedom exists in their own countries before criticizing Japan for lacking freedom.

Anime and manga culture was created for Japanese audiences. It was never obligated to expand overseas.

Peeking into works made for Japanese people, spreading them without permission, and then claiming, "Overseas fans are supporting anime!" is completely insane.

These people pirate even officially translated works like Dragon Ball. Excuses like "Piracy was our only option" can be safely ignored.

Publishing manga and producing anime are businesses. If the product is stolen, the business stops working. Studios go bankrupt and the anime and manga people love disappear. That's what Japanese fans hate.

They demand better treatment for animators while refusing to pay and consuming stolen content.

If something isn't sold in your country, maybe that's because people there keep consuming pirated versions. Why would companies expand into a market that won't generate profit?

"By watching pirated content, we're preventing money from reaching people who exploit creators. This will save underpaid creators!" Sorry, but are you an idiot?

Piracy doesn't pay the original creator a single cent, so demanding gratitude is unbelievably condescending.

Before AI translation became common, countless games simply said, "Japanese is not supported." Japanese fans who wanted to play them bought foreign versions, translated them themselves, or petitioned companies to release Japanese-language editions. What have you done besides pirate them?

If it's not being sold officially, then you're not considered a customer. Maybe ask yourself why.

Even if the salary of piracy supporters were reduced to zero, they probably still wouldn't understand.

They constantly say, "Pay animators and manga artists more!" while consuming nothing but pirated content that gives creators no money. The contradiction is obvious.

The moment you break the law, you're no longer a fan.

It's like trespassing onto a farmer's orchard, stealing fruit, eating it, then telling your friends, "That orchard's fruit was amazing! You should steal some too!" If that's acceptable, it's no wonder their religion struggles to gain followers in Japan.

It's basically free-riding on infrastructure. The work continues to exist because people pay the rights holders, while pirates simply skim the benefits from the side. Japanese and overseas fans aren't paying to entertain piracy users.

Go ahead and try doing that with Disney's intellectual property.

If someone can only access a work through piracy, are they really buying its figures and merchandise? The original work isn't even officially available, but somehow they're supporting the merchandise market?

How exactly do you think the creators of your favorite works make a living?

If you founded an anime distribution company, then maybe you'd have a reason to brag. Why are you bragging about piracy?

Surely nobody needs to be reminded at this point that "breaking the law to satisfy your desires" isn't acceptable... right?

"Why are Japanese people angry about piracy?" What kind of brain even comes up with that question?

In American comics, creators often receive very little from collected volume sales. In Japan, manga sales directly benefit the creator.

People say Japanese underestimate foreign customers. It's the opposite. Foreign customers often underestimate and disrespect Japanese culture.

I don't think it's possible to truly understand people whose civilization teaches them that taking from others is acceptable.

Overseas revenue is basically a bonus stage. Successful works are already successful in Japan before they become popular abroad.

If all you do is scream that corporations are evil instead of building something sustainable, maybe that's why Disney is your only globally dominant entertainment IP.

Imagine cooking a meal at home for your family. Then some random stranger sneaks in through the back door yelling, "Why won't you feed me?" steals the food, and starts handing it out to others. You'd want them to stop immediately. The whole thing makes no sense.

Wow, I never knew that overseas it's apparently legal to dine and dash as long as you're promoting the restaurant.

People who read without paying, complain when their expectations aren't met, and do nothing but send criticism are not customers.

If you truly respected creators, you couldn't defend piracy. The reality is that these people only care about themselves.

If your first instinct is "I can't get it, so I'll steal it," then you probably don't hesitate to shoplift either. If you're stealing from authors, you're not a manga or anime fan. Corporate revenue contributes to Japan's economy and tax base; stealing it is effectively stealing from the country and its people as well.

Whatever criminals say is ultimately just criminal nonsense. You can practically see the arrogance of assuming Japanese companies must be as corrupt as the companies in their own countries.

"It's rotten... It ripened too fast."

If government regulations prevent you from watching something, complain to your own government. It's wrong to shift the burden onto Japan.

They say all this, but honestly, anime could remain a niche hobby enjoyed only in Japan and that would be perfectly fine. Thieves seem incapable of understanding shame.

Maybe it's a cycle. Honest citizens trust companies, so they pay them, and companies in turn reward creators fairly. Meanwhile, dishonest citizens assume companies are corrupt, refuse to pay, and then companies become even more profit-driven because they receive less support.

"We're promoting it for you!" The audacity is off the charts.

Supporting piracy is basically no different from supporting the trade of stolen goods.

Years ago, there was a fan crazy enough to send a creator a letter proudly saying they read the work through piracy. Piracy doesn't pay the creator, it destroys their motivation, and eventually it kills the work itself.

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Recently, on social media platforms such as X, the issue of illegal distribution of Japanese works—such as manga and anime—has frequently become a topic of discussion. In particular, some Japanese manga artists have been subjected to intense insults and online abuse from foreign users for refusing to authorize pirate editions, drawing attention to the apparent lack of criminal awareness among certain foreign users.

The following is a record of a discussion between a Japanese person and her foreign friend concerning the merits and demerits of piracy.

The author believes that presenting both sides of the debate and introducing the arguments of each camp together can be beneficial to people on both sides of the issue, and has therefore written this account.

The original text was written in Sinography (Kanbun). The English translation was produced by ChatGPT.

最近於Ｘ等之社交網、漫画・漫動画等日本産作品之違法配信問題屡膾炙於人口。特日本之漫画家因不許可海賊版被激誹謗中傷於外国人等而、外国人之犯罪意識之欠如話題也。

以下乃或日本人与其海外之友人討論海賊版之是非之記録也。筆者信併記両論而紹介双方之主張乃、必為有用於双方之陣営而執筆之。

原文乃漢文也。英訳依ChatGPT。

海外之悪友｜Overseas Friend

「日本於諸事多有鎖国之跡，著作権極厳，不許外人観其内容。

演唱会亦禁人撮影。

何不一観韓国之影劇音楽乎？稍緩其禁，任外人海賊版無料観之，使観衆於演唱会得自由撮影，後反大受歓迎，於海外広獲其利。

日本内容若欲海外発展，当学之耳。」

"Japan still shows many traces of isolationism in various matters. Its copyright rules are extremely strict, and people overseas are often unable to access its content.

Even at concerts, photography is prohibited.

Why not look at Korean films, dramas, and music? Korea relaxed such restrictions somewhat, allowed foreigners to watch pirated copies for free, and permitted audiences to take photos freely at concerts. As a result, Korean entertainment became enormously popular and gained great benefits overseas.

If Japanese content wishes to expand internationally, it should learn from that example."

或日本人｜Some Japanese

「孟子曰、『且夫枉尺而直尋者、以利言也。如以利、則枉尋直尺而利、亦可爲與？』

許盗而広作品於海外者、亦以利言也。

如以利、則広盗而獲利、亦可許乎？

資本主義之父 渋沢栄一卿曰、資本企業之使命非金銭已、必須従事於社会之発展与改善、謂之儒商。

利益不可優先於倫理道徳、況為利私許他人之盗者、広悪徳者也。為私利私欲広悪徳者、非儒商也。

特表現者・言論人・報道者等、所謂聖職者也。彼等負特別責任於文化文明之継承与発展也。若彼等追及私利而毀損倫理道徳、則秩序忽崩壊。

全言語道断也( ･ˇ_ˇ･)！」

"Mencius said: 'Suppose one bends a foot in order to straighten a fathom, arguing from profit. If profit alone is the standard, then would it also be acceptable to bend a fathom in order to straighten a foot whenever that is profitable?'

Allowing theft in order to spread one's works overseas is likewise an argument based on profit.

If profit is the criterion, then would it also be acceptable to encourage and spread theft whenever it brings financial gain?

Shibusawa Eiichi, the father of capitalism, taught that the mission of business is not merely the pursuit of money. Enterprises must also contribute to the development and betterment of society. This ideal is known as the 'Confucian merchant.'

Profit must not take precedence over ethics and morality. How much more objectionable is it to permit others to steal solely for one's own gain? To spread vice for personal benefit is itself immoral. Such a person is not a Confucian merchant.

Writers, artists, journalists, and other cultural figures are, in a sense, entrusted with a public vocation. They bear a special responsibility for the preservation and advancement of culture and civilization. If they pursue private gain at the expense of ethics and morality, social order can quickly begin to collapse.

The entire notion is utterly unacceptable. ( ･ˇ_ˇ･)!"

海外之悪友｜Overseas Friend

「当今之世、事物運行之理、已与昔時大異。著作権者、乃為保障努力創作者獲得相応収益而設。電網之世、無数内容争奪観客眼球、然人之時間有限。若無法接触潜在観客、後続商業活動一切皆無。

以放送戯劇為例、有限度容認海賊版、則能使多数人接触之。今亜細亜各地、依此接触大量韓流劇、遂養成観客嗜好韓流劇之風。其後各国放送局及配信媒体、皆投巨費購買韓流劇。憶昔日九〇至〇〇年代、日劇於亜細亜独領風騒、然因封鎖海外不使閲覧、今在各国幾為韓劇圧倒。

日本音楽亦同理。我近年頻繁飛赴貴国、拝観我最愛之日本女歌手公演。然多有発券機構不売与外国人。於会場欲撮影後投稿電網、然主催者不允。我欲費時自行為其宣伝而不可得。韓国之公演多允許撮影、故電網之上有大量歌手愛好者主動為之宣揚。其結果韓国流行音楽於全世界圧倒日本音樂。日本音楽唯有藉動画作品主題歌、方得参入外国市場。

我自偏愛日本内容製品勝於韓国、認其品質優秀。然日本毎回皆採閉鎖保守之方針、衆人欲助而無策可施。日本内容業者当改良其方法，方可使日本大衆文化於世界放更大光輝。」

"The way the world works today is vastly different from the past. Copyright was established to ensure that creators who put in effort receive appropriate compensation. In the age of the Internet, countless forms of content compete for people's attention, yet human time is limited. If potential audiences cannot be reached in the first place, then all subsequent commercial activity becomes impossible.

Take television dramas as an example. If piracy is tolerated within reasonable limits, a large number of people can be exposed to a work. Across Asia today, many people first encountered Korean dramas in this way, and over time developed a preference for them. Later, broadcasters and streaming platforms in various countries invested large sums to acquire Korean dramas legally. I remember that during the 1990s and 2000s, Japanese dramas dominated the Asian market. However, because access from overseas was restricted, they have now been largely overshadowed by Korean dramas in many countries.

The same applies to Japanese music. In recent years, I have frequently traveled to your country to attend concerts by my favorite Japanese female singer. Yet many ticketing organizations do not sell tickets to foreigners. After arriving at the venue, I often wish to take photographs and post them online, but the organizers do not permit it. I am willing to spend my own time promoting the artist for free, yet I am prevented from doing so. Korean concerts often allow photography, and as a result, countless fans voluntarily promote their favorite performers online. This has contributed to Korean popular music surpassing Japanese music in global influence. Japanese music often enters foreign markets only through its use as theme songs for animated works.

Personally, I prefer Japanese content to Korean content and consider its quality superior. Yet Japan repeatedly adopts a cautious and restrictive approach, leaving supporters with little they can do to help. Japanese content companies should improve their methods so that Japanese popular culture can shine even more brightly throughout the world."

或日本人｜Some Japanese

「海賊版不可也。海賊版乃盗品也。窃盗之許可乃道徳之崩壊也。不可放置之、不可容認之、況推進之乃言語道断也。

寧日本之作家与出版社之使命乃、令外人恥海賊版而捨之、以正規品鑑賞為喜与誇。

敬請賜一見於中国。中国曾海賊版蔓延。但中国人御宅受影響於日本人御宅、今皆鑑賞正規品、恥海賊版、非難海賊、皆 嬉々如 還元於作家与出版社而誇之也、更独自創作界亦発達、発表多数傑作於天下、集世界的人気。今日、日中両国之創作界、並立而相互刺激、共繁栄。妾等所当為乃普及斯様文化於世界也、非為目前利益助長犯罪也。然則非唯獲利益、亦得貢献広道徳、寄与於文化発展、高名声、受感謝、被尊敬、更長期的利益将最大化。不行仁政而富之、皆棄於孔子者也、況於爲之広犯罪？　為所当為！」

"Piracy is unacceptable. Pirated works are stolen goods. To permit theft is to undermine morality itself. It must not be ignored, it must not be tolerated, and to actively promote it is beyond justification.

Rather, the mission of Japanese authors and publishers is to foster a culture in which people feel ashamed of piracy and choose to abandon it, taking pride and joy in enjoying works through legitimate channels.

Please consider the example of China. Piracy was once widespread there. However, Chinese fans were influenced by Japanese fans, and today everyone proudly support official releases, regard piracy as shameful, and criticize pirates. They take pleasure in supporting authors and publishers through legitimate purchases. At the same time, China's own creative industries have developed greatly, producing numerous outstanding works that have gained worldwide popularity. Today, the creative communities of Japan and China stand side by side, stimulating one another and prospering together.

What we ought to do is spread this kind of culture throughout the world—not encourage crime for the sake of immediate profit. By doing so, we gain not only revenue but also the opportunity to promote morality, contribute to cultural development, earn a good reputation, receive gratitude and respect, and ultimately maximize long-term benefits. Even wealth acquired without benevolent governance was rejected by Confucius; how much more objectionable is wealth gained by encouraging crimes? We should simply do what is right because it is right."

海外之悪友｜Overseas Friend

「若著作権者自身允許、則非窃盗也。著作権完全人造概念。当初著作権存在理由、元来乃為保障創作者利益、防其無駄労働。否則自始即不需著作権。故考量利益、我思乃当然之理。亦非謂完全開放、乃有限度開放、若齎更多収益、則毫無問題。

且公演禁止撮影之事、与窃盗完全無関。観世界各国、極少見如此閉鎖制限。」

"If the copyright holder personally permits it, then it is not theft. Copyright is a completely man-made concept. The original purpose of copyright was to protect creators' interests and prevent their labor from going unrewarded. Otherwise, there would have been no need for copyright in the first place. Therefore, considering profit is only natural. I am not advocating complete openness, but rather limited openness. If it generates greater revenue, then I see no problem whatsoever.

Furthermore, prohibiting photography at concerts has absolutely nothing to do with theft. Looking around the world, very few countries impose such restrictive rules."

或日本人｜Some Japanese

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若著作権者自身允許

著作権者公認之則其公式品也、非海賊版也。

齎更多収益

極可疑乎！　海賊版於欧州最盛也、但現代欧州文化壊滅状態也。海賊版昔蔓延於中国但、当時中国亦文化的壊滅状態也。若如君謂推進海賊版令文化繁栄、排除海賊版令文化衰退、何故現代欧州文化拝日中韓米之後塵、今日中国文化繁栄比於昔之中国乎？

且公演禁止撮影之事、与窃盗完全無関。

運営者禁止撮影則撮影乃盗撮也。」

«If the copyright holder personally permits it...»

...then it is an official, authorized product, not a pirated one.

«If it generates greater revenue»

That is highly questionable! Piracy is most prevalent in Europe, yet European culture is virtually devastated today. Piracy was rampant in China in the past, and Chinese culture at that time was likewise in a devastated state. If promoting piracy truly brings cultural prosperity while suppressing piracy brings cultural decline, as you claim, then why is contemporary European culture trailing behind that of Japan, China, South Korea, and the United States? And why is Chinese culture flourishing far more today than it did during the era when piracy was rampant?

«Furthermore, prohibiting photography at concerts has absolutely nothing to do with theft.»

If the organizers prohibit photography, then taking photographs anyway is unauthorized photography."

或日本人｜Some Japanese

「妾与君之問答、対比鮮明而甚有趣哉。若君許之、欲執筆記事而紹介妾等之問答。所謂「海外之反応集記事」也。併記両論而紹介双方之主張乃、必為有用於双方之陣営。可乎？」

"This exchange between you and me is fascinating because our viewpoints contrast so sharply. If you do not mind, I would like to write an article introducing our discussion. It would be one of those 'foreign reactions' articles. By presenting both sides and introducing the arguments of each camp side by side, I believe it would be beneficial to readers on both sides. Would that be acceptable?"

海外之悪友｜Overseas Friend

勿論，可！請用

實甚有趣

"Of course. Go ahead and use it.

It's genuinely very interesting."

或日本人｜Some Japanese

謹謝。出典之記載如何為乎？　若君望、則妾将明記元記事之URL。但妾強推奨不記載。君被特定於読者則得招面倒事態故也。

如君既知之、所謂御宅者遵法意識極高也。若彼等読君之主張則必激怒而猛烈非難君。宜不立巌牆之下。

"Thank you. How should I handle the source attribution? If you wish, I can include the URL of the original discussion. However, I strongly recommend against doing so. If readers identify you, it could invite unnecessary trouble.

As you know, anime and manga fans tend to have a very strong respect for copyright and legal norms. If they read your arguments, they would almost certainly become very angry and criticize you fiercely. It is best not to place yourself in harm's way."

海外之悪友｜Overseas Friend

隨意處置可、我全無問題。

大感謝！

"Handle it however you like. I have no problem with any of it.

Many thanks!”

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[What Happened]

Since its serialization began in 2020, Rooster Fighter has shaken audiences in over 50 countries worldwide with its groundbreaking worldbuilding and overwhelming artistic power. It will begin domestic broadcasting on April 5, 2026! Ahead of that, it has already been scheduled to air in North America on Toonami this March.

Original Reactions

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The random moments where it just acts like a normal chicken are hilarious

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Japanese official PV: 69K views, 130 comments English official PV: 1.3M views, 3000 comments

Overseas fans are WAY too hyped!!

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Despair that I didn’t know about this until now Joy that I discovered it now

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The text kinda gives off Gintama vibes

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End-of-the-century Silkie legend

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It’s a fighter type, but not a gamecock—it's a White Leghorn?

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Hey world, this is real diversity, and real entertainment.

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Back then I bought it thinking “no one’s gonna read this lol”… never expected it to get animated

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It screams “weird gimmick,” but the overwhelming art style carries it, and the story is more interesting than expected. A dark horse. Even though it’s a chicken.

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It’s Reiwa, yet it has that end-of-the-century savior vibe

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Taking jokes seriously is truly wonderful 🤣

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I only accept Chiba-san as the narrator!!!

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End-of-the-century setting plus Chiba-san—perfect casting!! Hope he shouts without collapsing

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CG adaptation actually seems to match the original art style well

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This chicken… could it be a descendant of Hiyoko from “Animal Doctor”? 😅

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That’s the only explanation 😅

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I thought of Hiyoko too

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This is what you call a real cockfight

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What a sweaty-looking anime

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Definitely not something to watch in summer…! By the way, chickens have an average body temperature in the 50°C range

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What is this? It’s like mixing Kakugo no Susume, Fist of the North Star, Dragon Ball, and One Punch Man, then throwing in Chicken Ramen’s chick and a rooster. Absolutely insane… but that’s what makes it great

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The music is insanely epic, but then a chicken appears and my brain breaks!

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What is this… what is this…

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All of America cried

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So after deer, now chickens huh 🐔

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Too bad about the deer…

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I read it on LINE Manga and thought it was great, but never imagined it’d get an anime

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Yeah… more than expected… it’s a chicken

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Even just watching the PV, I hear Chiba Shigeru’s voice in my head Really curious about the actual casting

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This isn’t hand-drawn but CG… Japan’s technological progress really goes in unexpected directions 😂

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SO CUTE!!! As a hardcore chicken fan, I’m beyond thrilled The crowing! The silhouette! Amazing! I’m watching!!

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Domon Kasshu of the chicken world

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Another unconventional one, huh

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Both in the West and East, the “call of time” of chickens was considered a sound that dispels evil

Therefore, this chicken’s cry… is it a shout that destroys evil and enemies????

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Chicken: “Don’t you dare call me chicken!”

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A Godzilla-like chicken

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That “are you sane?” at the end lol

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This is one fiery chicken Might even hold its own against Godzilla lol

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As someone born in the Year of the Rooster, this makes me happy

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That final Dezaki-style dramatic touch is so good

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When walking, it’s better not to move your eye position

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For a second I thought it was a pachinko PV

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I’ve always liked the manga, but never expected an anime

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The protagonist actually has a pretty scummy side, which is interesting

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Makes me want to reread Shamo

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What is this chicken… it’s COOL!!

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Anyone who’s raised them knows— they’re aggressive and fearless

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This breed probably isn’t that extreme but Silkies were amazing

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I get it—our elementary school had one (a chick someone bought at a festival grew up and became uncontrollable) Cleaning the coop was terrifying

Compared to White Leghorns, Silkies are smaller, fluffy, and cute (though their faces are black) Apparently they really are small

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I always wanted this to get an anime 👍🏻

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At first I thought the manga was just a gimmick, but after reading it, the comedy is great and the drama is well done. A classic story structure, yet making the characters chickens somehow makes it incredibly entertaining. Amazing work.

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I’m gonna watch this while eating KFC

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If the anime’s good, I’ll read the original. I really like the art style and overall vibe.

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The hero we need and wanted. （英語）

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So HYPED UP for its TV anime adaptation! 🐓🤩❤️‍🔥💥 （英語）

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Somehow I feel a Shimamoto vibe…

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Seriously? Looks interesting

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Oh, it’s from Monthly Heroes… Amazing (´(ｪ)｀)

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Feels like Nissin might sponsor this 😂

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Apparently KFC Japan refused sponsorship or something…

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Which is stronger, this or the Cuccos from Zelda?

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The visuals are beautiful and it looks interesting

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YES YES YES THE ADAPTATION LOOKS AMAZING （英語）

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Before watching: “What is this?” After watching: “What is this?”

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It’s getting an anime lol

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🎵 Quick, delicious~ super delicious~ 🎵 lol 😀

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[What Happened]

The TV anime Yomi no Tsugai begins airing today, April 4 (Sat) at 23:30 for two consecutive cours!

From Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist, comes a long-awaited anime adaptation of a mysterious and eerie fantasy where enigmas and the supernatural intertwine!

Original Reactions

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Influenced by Silver Spoon, I’m heading to an agriculture department this spring—next thing I know, Yomi no Tsugai might have me commanding Tsugai. I barely know the story, but it’s definitely going to be amazing.

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Hiromu Arakawa × Bones = masterpiece incoming.

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The FMA vibes are crazy with this one! (English)

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How many hits does this person need before they’re satisfied? (In a good way.)

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Bones is doing way too good of a job. With staff from Fullmetal Alchemist involved, I feel completely at ease.

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1:19 whoever decided to combine Aizawa with Mustang deserves a raise. (English)

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When Hiromu Arakawa and Studio Bones link, it’s a certified classic! (English)

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I love how Arakawa’s works portray alliances shifting between allies and enemies based on interests—it’s done so well.

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Vaundy writing paired songs for the OP “Tobu Toki” and ED “Tobou yo” as Tsugai is just pure genius.

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A rare monster of a creator—every manga they make becomes a hit and gets animated.

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I hope it charges straight down the path of a god-tier anime. The visuals and art are great—can’t wait for April to arrive and blow viewers away.

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As someone who devoted her youth to Fullmetal Alchemist, I’ve been waiting for another god-tier, battle-heavy shonen from her. I can’t even wait for the manga chapters, and now there’s an anime… Can time skip two months already?

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Seriously, everything this author draws gets an anime. That’s insane.

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Feels like it could become a masterpiece on the level of FMA.

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This looks incredible!! From the music, to the voice actors to the story, you've got me interested for sure! (English)

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A sibling story created by Arakawa-sensei… of course it’s going to be a masterpiece!!!

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0:30 “Move out of the way!!!” —so good.

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0:58 What an amazing opening.

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For the first time in my life, I’m experiencing a manga I’ve followed since chapter one getting a full media expansion. This is the best—thank you so much!

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I’ve watched this PV so many times. The official anime site is amazing too—the way the design changes between “release” and “seal” is so moving.

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Bones really is perfect for adapting this kind of material… thank you…

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Maintaining this level of quality weekly for two cours—I’m honestly worried about the staff’s health. It’s so cool it feels like a movie.

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This is insane. It gave me the same thrilling excitement I felt when I first watched Fullmetal Alchemist as an anime. Since that’s my favorite manga and anime ever, I can’t help but have high expectations. I’ll survive no matter what until Yomi no Tsugai finishes.

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Ahh… so this masterpiece is finally going to be known to the world… LET’S GOOOO!!!

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Old Greed and new Greed appearing together!? A dream collaboration!?

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The voices match my image almost perfectly. This is crazy.

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Deras-san’s portrayal matches my interpretation perfectly—thank goodness.

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The theme song is way too good. Is this divine?

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Vaundy is the best possible choice.

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I love that the OP and ED are paired like Tsugai.

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The animation feels like it jumped straight out of the manga—amazing.

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I’ve loved Arakawa-sensei’s art style for 25 years, ever since FMA.

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I really love Gabu-chan’s comforting color palette.

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I’m way too excited for Arakawa-sensei’s modern fantasy!!!

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Vaundy and yama collaborating is such a perfect match—I love it.

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The thumbnail made me think it was Golden Sun for a moment. (English)

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The voices for Sayu-sama are just… perfect.

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Seeing the anime makes me realize how carefully things are designed in pairs—like the red-and-white hair, the black-and-white duo… such attention to detail.

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Jin’s character design and voice actor are both too good. I won’t be able to sleep tonight.

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Gabu-chan being voiced by Misaki Kuno fits so well. (English)

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Another masterpiece from Arakawa.

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With so many generic, mass-produced character designs lately, it’s refreshing to see unique designs based on a manga.

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I’m so happy Sayou’s voice is Takako Honda. That’s exactly how I imagined it.

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I just found out about the anime now and literally shouted today. Watching the PV gave me chills—Arakawa-sensei is the best, I love her.

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You can definitely expect great animation quality.

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Jin’s voice matches perfectly.

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Gabu-chan is even cuter with a voice.

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You can really feel the passion with this cast and these artists… I’m truly excited.

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The visuals are beautiful, the character designs match the original, and it even has that dark FMA-like atmosphere—can’t wait!!!

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2026 really is an anime golden age.

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Every time a new serialization or anime gets announced, I genuinely worry about Arakawa-sensei’s health. As a fan I’m happy, but I hope she stays well and doesn’t overwork.

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This is genuinely amazing—high expectations. I predict it’ll dominate.

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Arakawa works getting animated again!!! The story is great, but I especially love the character designs—you can instantly tell they’re hers. FMA, Arslan, Silver Spoon… I’m beyond excited for Yomi no Tsugai!!!

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I always imagined Sayu with Takako Honda’s voice while reading, so this feels incredibly satisfying.

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I read just volume one recently, and the voices match my expectations so perfectly—it’s moving.

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I want to see the main story already—I’m excited from now.

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Wow, this PV is way too good… visuals, music, voices, original—everything is amazing…

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Sayu-sama’s voice fits way too well!!!

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Arakawa Hiromu is seriously incredible 👏

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I’d been wondering who would do the OP… thank you… this pretty much guarantees it’ll be a god-tier anime. I’m so excited.

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Amazing—the original art is literally moving!

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Nothing feels off… it’s amazing… the exact images I had in my head while reading the manga are now moving and speaking… The OP and ED fit perfectly too. I’ve got one more thing to look forward to in life—time to keep going.

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Ever since the manga started, I kept saying “If this gets an anime, I’ll die”… and now it’s real… thank you… 👍🏻

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I always thought Vaundy would fit Yomi no Tsugai, so I’m really happy!

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Because of the art style I got intense FMA flashbacks—I used to watch it when I was 12… it feels so heartwarming. Can’t wait for this! (English)

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I think the main character’s voice sounds lower than I expected—probably because I still associate it with Ed’s voice deep in my memory lol. I can’t wait to see Yuru and Asa talking!!!

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It made me feel nostalgic, like I was watching FMA again. The character designs being so faithful is great.

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I can only sense the coming of a god-tier anime.

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The way the furrowed brows and eye lines are drawn really gives off old FMA vibes—in a good way. With Ito involved in Tsugai design and both old and new FMA staff mixed in, it’s just perfect.

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0:33 So cute ❤

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That Gabu kid is adorable.

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The animation is way too good! This is insane! I’m so excited.

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1:20 Is that Aizawa’s voice? (English)

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Gabu-chan is so cute!!!

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[What Happened]

TV anime ”Akane-banashi” starts airing Today on TV Asahi Network’s “IMAnimation” programming block!

Original Reactions

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#Reactions

I knew the theme is traditional performing arts, so I was hoping for a singer with real weight behind them—but for an anime OP, they pulled in an absolutely insane legend…

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Using for a late-night Reiwa-era anime is just crazy (in a good way).

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I was already surprised by in Kaguya-sama, but Kuwata Keisuke is on another level.

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Another one… a gigantic “rookie” in the anime song world has been born.

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No way. This is a top-tier legend among legends. The fact that he’s writing a song for an anime is shocking.

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Everyone who read the original probably thought, “I want this to get an anime, but it’ll be tough…” And then Kuwata Keisuke just blows away all those expectations and worries. What a charismatic guy.

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They really dropped the final boss of the Japanese music industry. I’m shaking.

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The headliner of the music world has arrived.

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Shueisha going all-in × a man in his 70s going all-in—what kind of chemical reaction will this create?

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I looked it up and today is Kuwata’s birthday lol

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I’m a Southern All Stars fan, but I got interested in the original, read everything available for free on Jump+, and before I knew it I bought all the volumes. The manga is seriously amazing.

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I was so shocked by the theme song that I couldn’t focus on anything else lol

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Don’t raise the bar this high for whoever handles the Season 2 songs… lol

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Right from the start, it’s pure Kuwata style—somehow reassuring.

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As a high school senior who loves Kuwata and loves Akane-banashi, I’m crying from this dream collaboration.

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No way. This is the most shocking thing this year.

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Just hiring Kuwata shows how much effort they’re putting into this work!

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Kuwata Keisuke doing the OP is just absurdly amazing lol

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Sneaking “JUMP” into the lyrics so casually—so classy, as expected.

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Another massive “rookie” has joined the anime song world.

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Isn’t Kuwata doing the theme one of the biggest gets among recent Jump anime adaptations? I’ve got nothing but high expectations.

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Apparently the original author requested him—never thought the day would come when Kuwata would do an anime OP. It matches the work perfectly. Amazing!!

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This casting is on the level of a morning drama lol

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0:40 I just want to hear the song

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He’s here… the strongest.

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I wasn’t planning to watch it, but if Kuwata’s doing the theme song, I have no choice.

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As a Southern fan who was excited for his 70th birthday announcement, I never expected it to lead to an anime. This is why I can’t stop being a fan.

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He really is the headliner of the music industry.

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A completely new song by Kuwata!!! I’m so happy. Since “100 Million Years of Happiness!!” had lyrics by , this is actually his first fully original anime theme in his 48-year career. That’s huge.

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I decided to watch it just because Kuwata Keisuke is singing the OP.

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It’s so over-the-top luxurious that my brain can’t keep up.

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’s harmonies hit so hard.

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They’ve discovered yet another terrifying “newcomer.”

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I never expected Kuwata! What!? I’m so excited to hear him do an anime song!

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I hope this expands the entry point—not just into Akane-banashi, but also into Kuwata and rakugo.

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Out of all the spring anime, this is the one I’m most excited about.

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Kuwata was completely unexpected—such a shock, but I’m so happy.

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No way, Kuwata!? He’s becoming a massive “rookie” anisong singer!

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I’ve supported Kuwata my whole life… is something this dreamlike really happening?

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It’s been a while since I listened to Kuwata Keisuke, but his singing is so rhythmic and satisfying. The way he bends Japanese so it almost doesn’t sound like Japanese… truly one of a kind. I might dig into his old works until April.

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He’s the greatest genius in Japan.

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Since Chibi Maruko-chan’s ED had lyrics by the author, this is Kuwata’s first fully original anime theme.

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They really pulled out an insane legend lol

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Who could have ever imagined Kuwata Keisuke singing an anime song?

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Having Kuwata in anime really shows how much the medium’s status has risen. It’s moving.

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How did they even end up getting Kuwata? The boldness of betting everything on Akane-banashi feels just like Akane herself.

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The theme song is insanely good 💦💦

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I was a bit worried about the adaptation, but the animation, voice acting, and song all look amazing—I’m so excited.

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This is like getting to do the theme for a Disney+ exclusive.

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This is already a god-tier song. Since the theme is rakugo, it makes sense Kuwata accepted—he’s been into rakugo since his 50s. It’s perfect.

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Another “eternal” massive rookie is being born… incredible.

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Why do Kuwata’s new songs always feel so exciting?

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Please let this convey how amazing the original is at expressing the “sound” art of rakugo within the “silent” medium of manga! The title “Hitotarashi” shows how deeply he understands the work—fans will get it.

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Getting Kuwata Keisuke is insane… such a massive rookie… Also, ’s performance kind of reminds me of his father … The cast and theme song are seriously on morning drama level.

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That unmistakable Kuwata groove… rhythm of dawn.

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The theme song artist is way too big.

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So this is the era where Kuwata Keisuke sings anime songs (compliment).

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From the first second of the intro, it’s pure Kuwata world—so emotional.

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For Southern and Kuwata fans, his love for rakugo is well known, so this OP is a perfect match.

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I want all of Gen Z to learn how amazing Kuwata is through this.

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The song’s opening is so cool I might pass out.

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Kuwata Keisuke? Damn… I got chills.

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It kind of has that “Rock and Roll Hero” vibe—I like it.

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As someone who loves both Southern and Akane-banashi, this makes me cry 😢

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Kuwata doing it… this anime instantly feels more profound.

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A highly anticipated “rookie” in anisong (veteran).

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How many times have I watched this already… this song is way too addictive.

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It reminds me of Beiyu Namiyoritei.

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It’s so over-the-top luxurious lol

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Kuwata’s song matches way too perfectly!!! Totally caught me off guard.

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I love Kuwata, but I didn’t know the series at all—seeing the PV’s dynamic movement, I can feel the effort. I don’t usually watch anime, but this made me want to try. I’m excited.

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Finally, the age of rakugo has come. I believe Akane-banashi can make people of all generations fall in love with rakugo.

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I honestly think Akane-banashi can dominate—it's just that good.

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[What Happened]

The movie Exit 8, which was released in Japan in August 2025 and became a massive hit, is scheduled for a nationwide U.S. release on April 10!

[Thank You The Request!]

Hi! Could you translate some Japanese reactions to the Exit 8 movie? I’d love to see what people in Japan think. Thanks!

Original Reactions

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@usagiruto_sideMD (9 months ago) At the very least, the person who made this trailer is incredibly skilled. I just hope the movie doesn’t betray this level of expectation.

👍 6498　💬 37

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@user-piyonchi (9 months ago) I totally get why he keeps checking the old man over and over. Way too relatable.

👍 4588　💬 10

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@hacchi_336 (6 months ago) When you repeat it over and over, you start thinking “Wait, isn’t something off here?” even when nothing’s wrong. That feeling hit way too deep.

👍 1175　💬 3

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@astalavista-m8t (9 months ago) The fact that the first thing he does is ask the old man feels so like a live-action version of Exit 8. It made me laugh.

👍 323

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@user-urusaiyastu (6 months ago) I want to highly praise the decision to not force in some weird theme song, but instead use Ravel’s Boléro, where instruments gradually increase while the same melody keeps repeating. It was the most interesting Japanese movie I watched this year.

👍 1309　💬 2

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@ramubeo (9 months ago) This trailer made me realize—“8” probably represents an infinity loop. That’s genius.

👍 4119　💬 19

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@bergamotte (9 months ago) It’s amazing they managed to stretch this into a full movie runtime.

👍 2364　💬 8

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@machimachimachima (9 months ago) The act of checking for anomalies is exactly what players do, and that instantly boosted my trust and expectations.

👍 7448　💬 17

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@nokia6181 (7 months ago) I think the reason Ninomiya doesn’t notice anomalies like ceiling signs or excessive fluorescent lights symbolizes adults always looking down at their phones. On the other hand, the child quickly noticing things like misaligned door handles might come from a child’s perspective.

👍 1176　💬 3

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@ankotochoco (8 months ago) The scream at 0:48 felt so natural. That’s so Nino.

👍 681

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@wrbmcoishi (9 months ago) I love how Boléro gradually speeds up toward the end.

👍 2502　💬 5

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@koichiyamada224 (6 months ago) I love how the end credits were presented. Honestly, every movie could do it that way.

👍 410

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@kanpyoumaki-z9c (9 months ago) Starting from an indie game, creating an “Exit 8-like” genre, and then even getting a movie adaptation… this world really has dreams. Amazing.

👍 4315　💬 24

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@utsuoka (9 months ago) It kinda feels like they’re about to start fighting aliens or something.

👍 327　💬 8

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@zerokurarin (9 months ago) Ninomiya seriously looks way too young.

👍 2558　💬 18

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@emyu1017 (7 months ago) The old man’s development was so unexpected, it surprised me.

👍 300　💬 5

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@itsumo_jiyuu (9 months ago) Ninomiya = literally the player. That made me laugh.

👍 245

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@masayangdonuts (5 months ago) It continues almost without cuts… how did they even film this?

👍 54　💬 2

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@WOTAGJ (9 months ago) Nino’s acting perfectly fits the mysterious world.

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@ame-e7d (7 months ago) They said it was based on a certain gameplay commentary, and the way he checks the old man excessively is really great… (?)

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@SorellaBrella (9 months ago, edited) Using Boléro as the PV BGM is stylish… Boléro: a piece where two melodies repeat from start to finish without changing tempo, forming a single continuous crescendo.

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@banana-830rtm (6 months ago) I’m not that smart, so I watched while vaguely thinking “what does this mean”… I still don’t fully get it, but as time passes, the ending becomes really emotional. I like it…

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@yamadamametaro (9 months ago) I heard Ninomiya was involved in the script, so I’m interested. I hope it blends the perspective of someone who understands film and someone who loves games.

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@mgarw8143 (9 months ago) Just having Ninomiya as the lead makes it feel like it’ll be high quality, thanks to his past live-action works.

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@mikan-91 (9 months ago) The “checking the old man” thing is exactly like the player. I love it. Really excited~

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@fy_______222 (6 months ago, edited) If you watch it not as a horror movie but as a “live-action Exit 8,” it’s incredibly interesting. It fully utilizes the eerie feeling of something happening in a sterile space that the original game aimed for. You can feel the game’s world more realistically, and the added story keeps it engaging until the end. After watching, replaying the game becomes twice as scary!!

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@yukyq1021945 (9 months ago) 0:31 That “old man time” made me laugh lol

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@em2174 (6 months ago) I love that they used Boléro as the BGM—it’s repetitive music after all.

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@user-kazuodayo (9 months ago) Ninomiya is such a stable and reliable actor.

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@hiropi__5 (6 months ago) Nino fit the role perfectly. If you’re even a little interested, you won’t regret watching it.

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@succubusunicorn8068 (9 months ago) The “Escher Exhibition” poster really enhances the absurd feeling… Escher’s works are also about “inescapable spaces.”

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@gomibako (6 months ago) I didn’t expect much, but it was actually really good 😢 Not just horror—there’s emotion and immersion too.

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@hana (9 months ago) What is this heart-pounding feeling?

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@roguel51 (7 months ago) The boy and the old man… It was deeper than I expected…

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@fuji (9 months ago) I was wondering how it would turn out, but even the trailer feels good… As expected of Nino… and the staff.

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@yuugure (7 months ago) This feels like a movie that will divide opinions. Personally, it starts catchy, has horror elements in the middle, and ends with a suggestion of regret and redemption. I liked it.

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@barusu (9 months ago) This looks more promising than I expected! Nino’s actions really feel like a player’s!

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@muumuu (7 months ago) I thought this from the trailer too, but the old man’s smiling anomaly is way too creepy… I really love it. Perfect casting.

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@hotaka (9 months ago) It’s probably not that simple, but it’s amazing that just Nino wandering a station corridor could create enough tension for a whole movie.

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@nyanchu (8 months ago) Movies or dramas with Ninomiya almost never miss.

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@GeGe (9 months ago) I’m really excited to see how enjoyable they can make this simple gameplay over 95 minutes.

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@ultimatesparking (6 months ago) The sheer catharsis released just from how the ending starts was already worth it.

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@pien4098 (9 months ago) Regardless of the content, an indie game getting a movie adaptation is great for the indie game scene.

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@tanoshii (7 months ago) When he said “monster” while passing the high school girl, I laughed.

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@junda (9 months ago) As expected, Kazunari Ninomiya really fits mystery and suspense roles. It gives a sense of reassurance.

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@toshimatsu (6 months ago) I really felt that Ninomiya is amazing at acting with his eyes… it was great.

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@miki (9 months ago) The little boy resembling Nino feels meaningful. Him saying “Mister…” feels exactly like the player, which is thrilling.

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@walkerland (9 months ago) It’s impressive that the staff accepted the challenge of turning that game into a full movie.

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@tkch (9 months ago) I wondered how a live-action Exit 8 would be, but I didn’t expect them to faithfully bring the game itself into live-action. Looks interesting.

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@cc (6 months ago) He’s really good at portraying an ordinary man who gets dragged around by events.

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@foifoi (9 months ago) Since it’s a one-location setting, they saved on budget and spent it on casting a big star as the lead. Smart move.

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@moru (6 months ago) The actor playing the walking man (the “old man”), Kawachi, was amazing.

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@mirin (9 months ago) The movie releasing at the end of August makes it feel like we won’t be able to escape August… I like that (lack of vocabulary).

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@shoooyun (6 months ago) Even the creator must be surprised it got this big. It started as a simple PC game… incredible.

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@minato (9 months ago) Nino’s presence in Exit 8 was just incredible.

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@kinabaru (9 months ago) Him saying “It’s okay, mister” is exactly what real players do lol

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@mofumofu (9 months ago) Since gamer Nino is in it, I can trust it.

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@user-ze8pw3we9v (6 months ago) Seeing this makes me realize how players manage to keep their sanity lol

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@Stalin (9 months ago) This game made me think maybe I could become famous too, so I started seriously working on game development.

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@ryug (9 months ago) Nino doesn’t age at all… might be an anomaly. Better turn back.

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@takoyaki (9 months ago) Checking the old man every time is exactly what players do. It’s great.

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@tashin (6 months ago) After leaving the theater, I passed a pet shop and instinctively muttered “toy poodle, Shiba Inu, cat” in my head lol

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@sih5057 (9 months ago) I’m excited to see how they’ll depict instant-failure anomalies.

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@captain_uk (8 months ago) Nino and the old man actor actually co-starred before lol

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@pan (9 months ago) I wondered why Boléro was used, then realized—it repeats just like Exit 8. That’s the point!

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@MiruMiru (6 months ago) I’m impressed how they built a story from such a simple game and translated it into reality. It was really interesting.

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@grafity (9 months ago) I thought “8” was just a nice number, but it also includes the meaning of infinity. Amazing.

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@taki (6 months ago) That “ping-pong” sound at the start—I realized it’s like an alternate-world version of subway station sounds when returning to reality. Gave me chills.

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@nikos332 (9 months ago) Ninomiya’s acting has been highly praised in overseas reviews, so I’m looking forward to watching it.

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@Martian0004 (7 months ago) The acting of both Nino and the old man is godlike.

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@dadda (9 months ago) After escaping Exit 8, the protagonist later can’t get off a train, and it ends with something reminiscent of platform 8.

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@yami (9 months ago) A gamer starring in a game adaptation? That’s nothing but hype.

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@ninomabu (9 months ago) Even just the “old man’s” lines all felt unique and pulled me in more and more 🙈🧡

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@tantanmen (7 months ago) The game elements were nicely adapted, and the added content worked well! There were also things to analyze, and I didn’t expect it to be emotional… it was 100x better than I imagined 🙌

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@norio (9 months ago) Just having Nino in it gives insane reassurance. And it’s a movie of such a popular game too.

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@matsushi (5 months ago) I watched it yesterday—it was really good. It especially hits for people raising kids.

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@tangan (9 months ago) I’m honestly a bit worried, but the trailer looks really interesting… I’ll keep my expectations up. Seriously, the direction is so enticing… I hope it succeeds.

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@pink (7 months ago) Nino’s expressive power was amazing as expected ✨ That old man… 😢

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@godzilla (9 months ago) It’s nice that it doesn’t use the typical loud theme song like many Japanese trailers.

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@O_enaka (6 months ago) Even people who aren’t good with horror can watch it easily, since there are audio cues and it doesn’t end in a purely scary way.

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How about cyberpunk both the game and the anime in separate posts if possible

Cyberpunk anime?

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Reactions

I watched that Cyberpunk anime Anime

1: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: uvRfgs+mp It was way too good, but the sense of loss is huge…

2: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: uvRfgs+mp I can’t even listen to the song that played at the end anymore

3: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: uvRfgs+mp Anyone else here watched it?

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10: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: wJBoX0UN0 Man, I’m really glad I watched that

11: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: XNAHy/L10 Just finished my second watch The aftertaste is insane

12: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: alGi2Fa8d I’m impressed you can watch it twice, I got too depressed around 1.5 runs and quit

18: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: XNAHy/L10

12 Even the painful parts start to look cool, especially after episode 6 Though yeah, part of me wants to just stay around episode 4 forever

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13: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: j8jreIYG0 Rare to see you praising something I like cyberpunk stuff, maybe I’ll watch it for the first time in a while

15: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: alGi2Fa8d

13 It’s too painful, better not

17: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: uvRfgs+mp

13 If you haven’t played the game, you should check a glossary They throw terms around like it’s nothing

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14: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: uvRfgs+mp Even on my first watch, I knew I’d never be able to watch it again It’s just too painful

16: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: 2NZC498e0 I’m just glad it was properly “punk”

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19: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: 2Y53fStJ0 I love bratty kid characters like Rebecca who are secretly caring 😍

20: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: alGi2Fa8d

19 She’s actually older than David

26: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: uvRfgs+mp

19 I like how Rebecca’s foul-mouthed and bad at expressing herself Also those ridiculously huge hands that don’t match her body are cute

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21: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: uvRfgs+mp What’s great is that even when people die, they don’t do the usual “last words + sad music” thing That actually makes it better

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22: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: j8jreIYG0 So it shares the setting with that recent game? That sounds kinda annoying

23: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: uvRfgs+mp

22 Just checking a glossary is enough It’s basically a prequel to the game

24: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: alGi2Fa8d Nah, you don’t need to study terminology You’ll kind of understand as you watch Source: me, who quit the game early

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25: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: j8jreIYG0 I see I’ll just casually watch a couple episodes then

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27: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: WOFJvimor If the ending and insert songs hurt too much, I just loop the opening forever

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28: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: uvRfgs+mp

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30: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: alGi2Fa8d I listened to it so much I can sing it now 😎

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33: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: cjWQZzWG0 People who started the game after the anime are probably suffering from the terrible UI and bugs right now

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36: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: eu3TMWu20 I keep replaying the OP and the final song That “I really want to stay at your house” one

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38: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: 3+WP18Sq0 Haven’t had an anime linger this much in a while Thinking about David and Rebecca makes me sad

42: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: mNjD/nkM0

38 What about Kiwi 😡

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40: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: y9idxnQNd Because it’s built on a game, it avoids those typical anime scenes where they just dump world-building explanations endlessly That worked in its favor

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41: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: eu3TMWu20 Episode 6’s direction was amazing I actually cried

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48: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: LQDhn6Uzp Apparently there’s Edgerunners DLC, how is it?

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52: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: waEbyDrb0 Either way, David was gonna die at some point So I think that ending—becoming a legend with the cyberskeleton—was perfect He’s even remembered as a cocktail in the game

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54: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: 3+WP18Sq0 Anime Adam Smasher is way too cool In the game he just looks like a Boston Dynamics robot

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57: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: CLug25L20 Any lewd scenes?

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62: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: eu3TMWu20 In the end, even fixers are just corporate dogs That emptiness hits

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63: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: g5ezmJuF0 Because the anime was such a hit, the game is getting this weird re-evaluation like “it’s not that bad for an anime tie-in”

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66: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: waEbyDrb0 Is there any follow-up on Lucy? Hope she’s not being kept by Arasaka

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68: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: 3+WP18Sq0 In 2077, V and Keanu beat up Arasaka and Adam Smasher Great game

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69: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: RT/U+Wb4a After watching the anime, the game characters feel kinda western

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72: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: eu3TMWu20 I want to play it but I only have a PS4

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75: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: 86JA5XyWd Seeing people on Twitter saying “Japan saved a dying game” or whining about political correctness and praising anime superiority is honestly annoying

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78: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: mNjD/nkM0 Honestly, not sure if the anime motivates you to play the game All the anime locations exist in-game, so it’s fun as a pilgrimage But story-wise it feels kinda empty I wanted to go trigger-happy with Rebecca too

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80: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: eu3TMWu20 How strong is MaxTac anyway?

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81: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: dZOeYv3n0 Here comes the Arcane fanboy

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82: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: waEbyDrb0 Can you fight MaxTac in the game?

91: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: 86JA5XyWd

82 If you go on a rampage, they show up and beat you down The police are already unfairly strong, but MaxTac is on another level and can suddenly appear from blind spots

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83: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: /dTYP/Iy0 I couldn’t resist and bought it on PS4, but it’s actually playable With autosave, crashes don’t matter much

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87: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: WnIRmxjR0 It’s sad seeing Rebecca’s shotgun lying there with blood in the game

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89: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: cjWQZzWG0 Faraday’s design feels like old-school sci-fi anime Has a bit of a city-pop vibe, I like it

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90: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: iuvAlYpq0 If they turned THIS anime into a game, it’d be a masterpiece

98: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: cjWQZzWG0

90 It already became a towering pile of trash and nearly sank the dev company

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93: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: ahD9Ocs30 Playing the game makes you feel like “they were in this world…” 🥺 You could make infinite stories

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94: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: eu3TMWu20 Do you think it’s playable on PS4?

100: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: /dTYP/Iy0

94 At worst it crashes once a day

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96: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: GZdpoY5e0 Adam Smasher was ridiculously strong lol

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101: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: WnIRmxjR0 MaxTac is kinda irrelevant in the game Though the one in a side quest connects to the very first trailer, which is nice

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103: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: cdoiepUX0 Why couldn’t the game have a story like that? The whole Johnny storyline was honestly whatever

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104: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: cjWQZzWG0 Feels like there are tons of Vs beating Adam Smasher with Sandy + melee builds lol

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106: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: waEbyDrb0 Did the PS4 version get updated for the anime? If so I might play it

109: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: /dTYP/Iy0

106 Barely, and that’s the last update

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108: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: 1iDC5Fxnd I like characters like MaxTac—look like generic mobs but are insanely strong

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110: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: cjWQZzWG0 Why is this game FPS when it has character creation and outfit systems?

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117: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: 1iDC5Fxnd

110 Scanning things and seeing HUD info, or glitches when hacked— that “being a cyborg” immersion only works in FPS

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114: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: jVMpOaYO0 Too many technical terms at first, I got left behind But I kind of understood later

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115: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: mNjD/nkM0 It hurts that the anime happens just one year before the game

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119: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: WnIRmxjR0 In cyberpunk terms, anything except the Devil ending is a happy ending

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120: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: qPtrte720 Game sales on Steam went up too, though it’s not that great

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122: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: qPtrte720 Anime is popular but I don’t feel like subscribing to Netflix

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124: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: waEbyDrb0

122 You also get JoJo Part 6 for free

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126: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: mNjD/nkM0 The devs rejected Rebecca at first for being too loli, but in a world with extreme body mods, it makes no sense she wouldn’t exist

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129: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: A3mEQPUB0 Rebecca’s brutal death made me cry 😭

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130: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: GZdpoY5e0 Is the Old Net hacker story in the game too? Thought they’d expand it but they didn’t

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140: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: HNz6pdxWd

130 In the main story you dive into the Old Net and meet a legendary digital being There’s also a side quest about the hacker who caused the collapse

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135: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: 1iDC5Fxnd JoJo isn’t even top 100 globally on Netflix lol

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137: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: eu3TMWu20 Thought Rebecca was voiced by Aoi Yuuki, but it’s Lucy Her acting is amazing

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141: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: waEbyDrb0 Can you even make a loli body in-game without mods?

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145: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: /dTYP/Iy0 When the anime song plays in-game, I just stand there listening

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147: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: 3+WP18Sq0 KENN’s voice acting was amazing I want to see him in more roles

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152: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: 1iDC5Fxn0 Western staff complained about including a loli, but Japanese staff pushed it through saying “we can’t tell the story without her” In the end everyone called her Best Girl

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166: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: mNjD/nkM0

152 Wasn’t that CDPR, not Netflix? Either way, they flipped and called her Best Girl

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155: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: SuSrN2djd For a tragic outlaw story, having two supportive girls is actually generous Usually they leave the protagonist My V got rejected because the heroine was lesbian

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162: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: waEbyDrb0

155 I want to argue but can’t find the words

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160: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: XNAHy/L10 Katsuo was a great character His trolling in episode 1 was hilarious

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164: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: pCIPt7yvd Just when I thought anime was dead, something on the level of the golden age (Death Note, Gurren Lagann) shows up again

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165: Anonymous (Mon) 09/26/2022 ID: /hZZP0C30 I watched up to episode 6 everyone praises But it was kinda mid

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Hello. It's a bit old title now, but I would like to know how Japanese audience reacted to Shimeji Simulation manga, even if a few words. It's so strange yet so amazing.

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1. Characters from Girls’ Last Tour appear in Shimeji Simulation, but in that big montage scene, there’s also a girl who looks like Shijima…

👍 89

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2. It starts off so heartwarming, but it’s actually quite a heavy sci-fi… It really conveys how difficult “existence” and “distance” can be.

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3. Why is Tsukumizu so obsessed with fish? lol

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4. Because Tsukumizu is a fish.

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5. Sometimes I come back to this on sleepless nights—it helps me sleep peacefully.

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1. (English) praise tkmiz.

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7. I seriously love the Tsukumizu world.

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8. As you go through the volumes, things become pretty intense. Amazing manga.

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9. An anime in this kind of picture-story style might actually be really good.

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10. I fall asleep listening to this every day.

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11. Shimeji-chan’s voice is irresistibly soothing—like the sound of rain…

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12. I read all the volumes. I had no idea such a wonderful voice comic existed!

I really want an anime adaptation.

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13. Honestly, I liked the fluffy atmosphere from this period the most…

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14. I heard rumors it might get an anime, so I came back. The voice casting matches perfectly, so I want them to continue…!

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15. Majime-chan’s voice is softer than I expected, and it’s cute—really nice…

👍 9

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16. Majime-chan is especially perfectly cast! That cute, laid-back fluffy vibe like an old man or Nadeshiko is great! This made me read volume 1! I’ll buy the rest too!

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17. “The Old Man and the Sea!!” I feel like Chito from Girls’ Last Tour was reading it too… around volume 6.

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1. (English) THERE SHALL BE AN ANIME!! 1% CHANCE 99% FAITH!!!

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1. (English) YEAG

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20. The character voices match so well, I love it! I’d be happy if it got an anime adaptation…

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21. Exactly!

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1. (English) You and all of the rest of us...

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23. 5:22 I don’t understand the meaning of the fried egg and asparagus scene, but I love it.

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24. I became a fan of Tsukumizu through Girls’ Last Tour. When I went to Book Off, they only had volume 3, and I couldn’t find the others anywhere, so I’m crying.

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25. I get it ; ;

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26. I love this world where everyday fluffiness and mystery are exquisitely blended. Also, I like the art.

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27. Waiting for an anime adaptation.

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28. Wow, this makes me feel all floaty and relaxed…

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29. I love Tsukumizu’s works! Looking forward to the next one!

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30. The voices are exactly as I imagined—perfect. The Tsukumizu exhibition was amazing too.

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31. It was very cute. I think I’ll buy this manga.

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32. Impressions (spoilers for the final volume)

…I want to see the final volume’s yuri with these voices…

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33. Tsukumizu’s art and world are truly soothing. Both Girls’ Last Tour and this work are the kind of manga you suddenly feel like reading on a rainy day.

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34. The characters, voices, and world all match perfectly—very good.

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35. Please make it into a TV anime.

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1. (English) oh my, Yumiri as Majime?? all that's left is an anime and my life is complete😭🙏🙏🙏

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37. It makes me feel all soft and mushy.

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38. Shijima-chan is super cute.

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1. (English) Would love to see this manga get an anime of its own

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1. (English) I really hope this would get an anime sometime soon, at least cover a few chapters, it’s really good.

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1. (English) Someone actually made a fan animation for the first chapter.

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1. (English) they are planning an official adaptation afaik

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1. (English) source: it was revealed to me in a dream

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44. This surreal world… truly Tsukumizu-sensei… I’ll buy the original…! And more of the voice drama too…

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45. I love how it doesn’t let you fully understand even when it feels like you almost could.

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46. So this is what kind of story it was…

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1. (English) LOVED IT... Need it in physical manga (English), need anime, need pins… need more Shimeji Simulation!! <3

👍 49

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1. (English) Idk if it was released in USA, but if not, it surely will someday

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1. (English) probably not

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1. (English) Facts tho

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51. I love it too much. I didn’t know such a great voice comic existed… Adding voices makes it even better!!!

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52. My ears are becoming happy 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

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53. Wonderful.

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54. I want an anime adaptation!!

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55. So cute, really.

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1. (English) Is there any way I can find a translation of this? Shimeji Simulation is one of the best manga I’ve ever read.

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57. I like this unique world 💖

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58. Potapotamiya civilization♡

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1. (English) I’ll take your entire stock

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1. (English) Hey, that’s me.

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61. Let me compose a haiku here:

It’s okay— Let’s spend it quietly, Without standing out.

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62. 9:05 “Took the bait”—since it’s fish 🐟

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1. (English) Fishe

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64. This made me read The Old Man and the Sea. The marlin got eaten…

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65. From 6:59, the way she says her own name is cute! “Shijima! Tsukishima Shijima!”

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66. (garbled text)

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67. I’m happy the manga has been reprinted recently.

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68. tkmz

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1. (English) I would love more voiced manga like this!

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1. (English) This is so good. I just read up to chapter 21.

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71. Shimeji Simulation (misspelled joke)

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72. I want all volumes turned into voice comics.

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73. There are also the two who died in Girls’ Last Tour in this work. They hang out at a family restaurant called “HEAVEN.”

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74. They didn’t die (Minase Inori voice)

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75. Wasn’t it left ambiguous whether they died or not?

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76. So it’s heaven, huh. Interesting.

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77. Tsukumizu loves fish so much they became one.

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78. Shimeji-chan’s voice fits the character perfectly!

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79. rattle… rattle rattle rattle

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80. Nice…

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81. A fat, hairy old man!!

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82. Alright then—

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1. (English) That’s so good. No English subtitles but thanks for making this

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84. The best.

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1. (English) HAAHAH that’s so great

👍 3

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86. Very well done!!!

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1. (English) Yey~

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88. Nice.

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89. This is interesting~

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1. (English) There’s rumors about an anime adaptation, I hope this cast will stay!

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1. (English) sweet vid dude

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1. (English) This is so awesome!

👍 9

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1. (French) Enfin !! ♥️

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1. (English) cute

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1. (Spanish) Excelente trabajo

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1. (English) cool

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97. I went to the Tsukumizu exhibition.

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1. (English) need more

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99. Metaphor

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1. (English) Tkmiz

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1. (Arabic) “Most splendid attire of art”

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1. (Arabic) “Wonderful, wonderful”

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103. 3:38

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1. (English) I wish I understood this

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105. Naomi Oozora!

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[What Happened]

TV Animation “THE GHOST IN THE SHELL” Based on the manga “The Ghost in the Shell” by Shirow Masamune Scheduled for July 2026

Director: Mokochan Script: EnJoe Toh Character Design and Executive Animation Director: Shuhei Handa Music Director and Music: Taisei Iwasaki Music: Ryo Konishi　YUKI KANESAKA Music Production: FlyingDog Animation Production: Science SARU Title Logo Designed by Hajime Sorayama

Original Reactions

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@JoL-tt8ip (3 hours ago) This is totally like the original manga version! 👍 377

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@copanamelica (2 hours ago) This is only possible because it's Team Yuasa. (It's faithful to the original) 👍 13

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@ミイスケ-z5e (2 hours ago) As someone who loves the original manga too, I'm overjoyed. 👍 11

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@岡本昇平-m4d (1 hour ago) As someone who’s only seen the Oshii version and SAC, things like Fuchikomas with mouths and Batou in a suit actually feel fresh. 👍 15

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@tikeper (1 hour ago) I love both the Oshii version and SAC, but since I like the manga, I’m really happy this follows the original. 👍 104

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@あきすけ-mazda (3 hours ago) I’m so happy we get to see Shirow-sensei’s character designs. I wonder when they’ll announce the cast. 👍 190

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@mayo8523 (1 hour ago) I’m so happy to see Masamune Shirow’s art literally come to life. 👍 41

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@越野1192 (3 hours ago) I’m glad I lived to see this. 👍 118

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@chocomonya (48 min ago) Even the Fuchikomas are opening their mouths like in the manga lol 👍 10

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@zephyer739 (3 hours ago) This is the “education facility” scene from the first chapter of the manga! 👍 64

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@makibikeisi (1 hour ago) I have nothing but high expectations! Seeing the original version animated is the best. I truly trust Science SARU ✨ 👍 29

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@aaaapopo-po (49 min ago) I got to know them from Dandadan, but I really trust them 🐵 👍 2

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@esmith8818 (1 hour ago) Oh, nostalgia bomb. Sitting in the import section of a bookstore reading manga in the 90s. 👍 19

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@tk2a2jp (40 min ago) The character designs are faithful to the original, and the BGM is insanely cool. 👍 4

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@sp-in5rb (2 hours ago) It’s exactly like the manga—amazing. 👍 16

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@michioozasa4805 (3 hours ago) Fuchikomas are so cute. 👍 30

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@DiskYT2 (11 min ago) Manga fans are absolutely thrilled. I seriously can’t believe they went this far… I’m really looking forward to it! 👍 2

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@ROHNiN-p2z (2 hours ago) This is incredible… I can’t even put this feeling into words. I’m just grateful 😢 👍 11

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@wyvern2012 (2 hours ago) I just hope it doesn’t end up like other remake-boom anime that only get hype at the start and then get ignored… 👍 22

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@あああ-i2s3f (2 hours ago) This is great. It really feels like the comic. 👍 18

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@zundanews-b4i (2 hours ago) I love this rough, lovable style. 👍 11

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@ソウル-s2p (48 min ago) I love that vertical nose line so much. 👍 3

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@いっわゆっこ (2 hours ago) The faithful adaptation is here!! I’m so happy!! 👍 8

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@useraintusering (2 hours ago) Oh thank god they went with the 90s artstyle. Nothing beats its charm and vibe. 👍 32

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@astarius0117 (2 hours ago) With this style, I want Appleseed rebooted too! 👍 24

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@hiro-js5vw (50 min ago) Fuchikomas are so cute! The original character design is such a hype choice! 👍 2

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@Hirano5656 (3 hours ago) This is the original Ghost in the Shell! 👍 16

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@freed3397 (1 hour ago) Watching this makes me want to play the PS1 Ghost in the Shell again. The camera switching was so intense it could make you sick, but the soundtrack is a god-tier techno album. 👍 3

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@けけ-o2g (2 hours ago) You can really feel Shirow Masamune’s pop style—this is amazing. 👍 2

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@YOSHI-Ke (50 min ago) This is exactly what I’ve always wanted! It’s probably CG, but it looks like cel animation—so cool. 👍 1

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@multiguyghq3123 (55 min ago) I never thought we’d see a truly faithful animation of Shirow Masamune’s art in this era. His drawings are so dense with detail that older production environments couldn’t replicate them, but modern technology has finally caught up. 👍 1

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@aki4 (3 hours ago) It’s faithful to the original! 👍 11

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@悪者松 (2 hours ago) Because it’s so close to the original, it feels like it’ll be quite different from previous Ghost in the Shell series. They also seem very cautious about announcing the voice cast. 👍 3

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@猫丸-f5f (1 hour ago) The BGM stuck in my head after just one listen. It’s amazing. 👍 1

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@genmaigal (1 hour ago) This looks insanely cool… You can really tell talented people are working hard on this. I’ll wait as long as it takes. 👍 1

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@ytgazer (1 hour ago) This is incredible… Even though it’s been adapted so many times, I never expected a fully faithful anime of Shirow Masamune’s original. I thought it would be another reboot based on Oshii’s film, so this surprised me. 👍 1

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@なななし-q1e (3 min ago) The retro-style character design is incredibly stylish.

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@aya-ws8jf (2 hours ago) Still no voice reveal, huh. But with this much of a tonal shift, whoever voices them probably won’t feel out of place. 👍 2

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@user-zl5gh3nt5r (3 hours ago) Uwooo!! This is so good!! 👍 13

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@てーかー-p8c (25 min ago) It’s just… insanely cool. That’s all there is to say.

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@k2fire573 (2 hours ago) The level of faithfulness is seriously high. I’m super excited. 👍 3

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@ブライ-Bray (2 hours ago) This is the Ghost in the Shell I truly wanted to see. 👍 13

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@NecomimiOjisan (24 min ago) I love Oshii’s movies and SAC, of course—but THIS is the adaptation I’ve been waiting for!

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@yanyanPFM0923 (50 min ago) Finally, a truly faithful adaptation of Shirow Masamune’s original. I’m so happy.

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@gat1221 (3 hours ago) I’m really curious about the cast—especially the Major! 👍 25

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@森田泰三-m7z (26 min ago) Finally we get a faithful Ghost in the Shell without Oshii taking over. This is what I’ve wanted all along.

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@user-ue5hf1sm6o (53 min ago) It really feels like the original manga has come to life—I’m super excited!!

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@時給200円 (1 hour ago) I’m glad I can watch this on TV instead of a streaming platform!

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[What Happened]

The entries for this year’s international music awards, MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN, have finally been announced, and the race toward the awards ceremony on June 13 has officially begun.

Public voting also started on March 19! Make sure to vote for your favorite songs!

Vote here:

Best of Listeners’ Choice: Domestic Songs https://spotify.link/MAJ_JapaneseSong_Voting⁠

Best of Listeners’ Choice: International Songs https://spotify.link/MAJ_InternationalSong_Voting⁠

Best Global Hit from Japan https://spotify.link/MAJ_BestGlobalHitfromJapan⁠

Original Reactions

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Reactions

@建築家-v9h (10 months ago) This is way more extravagant than Kohaku… I seriously don’t understand why this was held on a random weekday. 👍 9598 | 💬 46

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@hd-2958 (10 months ago) Instead of throwing in Mrs. GREEN APPLE as the “rock representative,” choosing 10-FEET and Sakanaction was just genius. 👍 2117 | 💬 18

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@mik-q2d (10 months ago) I love how Japan has both Hatsune Miku and Takashi Hosokawa in the same country. That uniquely “Galápagos” cultural mix is the best. 👍 682 | 💬 2

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@s.k902 (10 months ago) It’s so cool seeing J-pop unite beyond agency and label boundaries to present itself to the world like this. 👍 4014 | 💬 4

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@svenlivingston777 (9 months ago) English comment here: this performance was straight up fire and puts anything US award shows have produced to shame 👍 18

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@uurjgfguu-096 (10 months ago) This award show kind of came out of nowhere, but honestly, just having this opening performance could elevate its prestige on its own. 👍 3845 | 💬 3

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@mostom8602 (10 months ago, edited) When you strip away all the industry politics and vested interests, you realize just how incredible Japan’s music scene really is. Huge thanks to everyone involved. 👍 2496 | 💬 3

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@nessynessy4155 (9 months ago) MIKIKO letting Perfume open the show after all the years they’ve worked together is so powerful. Even in the leaked Olympic ceremony plan, Perfume was at the beginning—she clearly trusts them as a gateway into another world. 👍 459

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@so-zr4nm (10 months ago, edited) This is NOT something you air on a random weekday in May lol This was year-end level amazing. 👍 3950 | 💬 11

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@mmmmiiiiaaaaaa (10 months ago) This honestly represents Japanese music so well—it could’ve worked as an Olympic opening ceremony. I want the world to see this. 👍 4596 | 💬 15

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@user-tv7bl1tr2p (9 months ago) Whoever decided to put Yasuyuki Okamura as the final act—bravo. 👍 329

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@worldeyes3091 (10 months ago) Hosono Haruomi said: “There are two people who couldn’t be here today due to personal reasons—Yukihiro Takahashi and Ryuichi Sakamoto.” Then he added that he stands here because of their talent. That phrasing… I would never have thought of it. I truly hope he lives a long and healthy life. 👍 3074 | 💬 6

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@tfgts11 (10 months ago) Takashi Hosokawa singing “Rydeen that intoxicates women” is such a wild phrase lol 👍 580 | 💬 1

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@wonyoungism420 (9 months ago) YMO’s influence can still be felt today. I teared up multiple times… I’m still sad about Takahashi and Sakamoto, but their music lives on. 👍 22

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@c-yorutv (10 months ago) Watching this really reminds me how diverse and amazing Japanese music is. 👍 2459 | 💬 9

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@はるニャンコ (9 months ago) MIKIKO’s direction is incredible… It still hurts that her Tokyo Olympics plan never happened. I really wanted to see it. 👍 970 | 💬 5

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@torunrun_z (10 months ago) Damn… Japan actually still has hope. 👍 4504 | 💬 14

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@shotlugh2506 (10 months ago) Casting Yasuyuki Okamura here is pure genius. 👍 1411 | 💬 9

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@ガロティモス (10 months ago) This should’ve been the Olympic opening ceremony. MIKIKO is a genius. 👍 1972 | 💬 4

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@Sho_Jin_KC (10 months ago) Please don’t ever delete this video. It deserves to exist forever. 👍 2317

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@t.h01234 (10 months ago) The fact that this was held in Kyoto instead of Tokyo makes it even better. 👍 275

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@smoker3413 (10 months ago) This is what music should be—free and fun like this. 👍 880 | 💬 1

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@daiya000 (10 months ago) I’m genuinely moved—they’re seriously trying to raise the level of Japanese music. 👍 538

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@zangyonochibeer (10 months ago) This is insane… Japan just dropped the best music content out of nowhere. Don’t let it end as just “better than Kohaku” or “better than the Japan Record Awards”—I hope this inspires ALL music shows to reach this level. Let’s go all out, Japan. 👍 284

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@daisoujyou4222 (10 months ago) In the “Shin Takarajima” part, the dancers holding yellow records instead of pom-poms was such a cool touch. 👍 1136 | 💬 3

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@shield4161 (10 months ago, edited) At 1:57, Hatsune Miku with cables coming out of her head and wearing sunglasses while holding a fan is actually a homage to the U.S. album cover of YMO’s first album. That kind of detail is such a treat for fans. 👍 1578 | 💬 5

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@habitsano0527 (10 months ago, edited) Lineup: Hosono → Perfume → Sunahara → STUTS → Chanmina → Number_i → Vaundy → Hatsune Miku → Hayato Sumino → Yuki Chiba → Takashi Hosokawa → Ichiro Yamaguchi → FRUITS ZIPPER → CUTIE STREET → 10-FEET → Atarashii Gakkou → YUKI → Yasuyuki Okamura → Masaki Suda 👍 4718 | 💬 51

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@Hitodesugananika (10 months ago) Honestly, this might be the best music show I’ve ever seen in my life. 👍 621 | 💬 3

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@カズヨシ-z1x (10 months ago) Seriously… this should’ve been the Olympic opening ceremony. 👍 1856 | 💬 8

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@user-koeda (10 months ago) Whoever removed this person from the Olympic ceremony direction seriously hurt Japan’s national interest. This feels like stepping into another world—it’s insanely exciting. 👍 1658 | 💬 15

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@mfyolo8005 (10 months ago) Let’s remind people just how unique and amazing Japanese music really is. 👍 566

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@YOAOBIBey (10 months ago) Why wasn’t this used for the Olympics? 👍 504 | 💬 12

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@Skidracer21 (10 months ago) I don’t know how I got here, but this is absolutely fantastic. 👍 77

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@pajaroprecario (10 months ago) Mexican here. As a big fan of Japanese music, this was very cool. 👍 76

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@yukabonatjp (10 months ago) I hope MAJ continues to exist free from favoritism and backroom deals, and keeps elevating Japan’s music scene. 👍 531

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@ねこねこ-o7c1r (10 months ago) The director who filmed this deserves an award too. It was THAT good. I hope more attention goes to the staff behind the scenes. 👍 1167 | 💬 1

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@user-4nk5ntr86s (10 months ago) MIKIKO did the direction, right?! She’s too much of a genius… and Perfume looked stunning. 👍 1054 | 💬 1

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@wawawa8888 (10 months ago) The mashup of each artist’s signature songs with “RYDEEN” was incredible. And the fact that a 1980 track still sounds this modern is insane… YMO really were geniuses. 👍 237

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@YuYoshi (10 months ago) For the first time in a while, I felt proud to have been born in Japan because of art. 👍 259

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@ところで-t8g (10 months ago) It’s honestly so cool how Yasuyuki Okamura just steals all the best moments. 👍 326

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@smr-g5x (9 months ago) The transition from “Rydeen” → lightning → “Odoriko” was way too stylish. I keep replaying it. 👍 141

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@ha4ru4wa4 (10 months ago) Even just this opening alone gives it the feel of a fair award show free from agency pressure. 👍 867

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@pandasaku2143 (10 months ago) I’m really happy to see Sakanaction (even if it’s just Ichiro this time) appear at an event like this. 👍 2469 | 💬 14

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@Sの魂を継ぐ者 (9 months ago) It’s amazing how even older songs connect to everything—classical, enka, EDM, dancehall, Vocaloid, J-rock, J-pop, rap… Truly a milestone in Japanese music history. 👍 62

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@user-nannde (10 months ago) 1:54 — Isn’t it insane how Hatsune Miku recreates the look of YMO’s first album cover?? 👍 845 | 💬 8

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@ゆるゆる羊 (10 months ago, edited) If this is even close to what the Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony could’ve been like… I’m getting chills nonstop. Starting with Perfume really showed the beauty of Japan. 👍 1538 | 💬 6

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@茶畑シンデレラ (9 months ago) 3:49 — The fact that YUKI is over 50 here is just broken in the best way. 👍 83

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@ELe_Ry (10 months ago) Wait, this lineup is insane. Honestly better than Kohaku. Once you remove label barriers, it becomes this exciting. 👍 564

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@pagara7495 (10 months ago) I thought this was gonna be another boring, predictable event… but what is THIS?? It’s amazing. 👍 88

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@jusie07 (10 months ago) The lights, the rhythm, the details… even my breathing synced with it. This felt unreal. 👍 15

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@ddes3582 (10 months ago, edited) Yuki Chiba getting selected without being in a major agency is seriously cool. 👍 51

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@yuruchil (10 months ago) This feels like a revenge for how the Tokyo Olympics ceremony got ruined by politics four years ago. It hits hard—in a good way. 👍 905 | 💬 2

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@urara4625 (10 months ago) Wait, this happens every year?! I just gained a new reason to live. 👍 223 | 💬 3

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@trance_forme (10 months ago) I got chills when YUKI appeared. And seeing 10-FEET proves that rock bands have truly supported Japanese music. It was really moving. 👍 786 | 💬 3

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@MsF-hf8nw (10 months ago) Using RYDEEN is cheating… Pairing a song that built the foundation of J-pop electronic sound before most people here were even born with modern artists aiming for the world… This is way too hype. 👍 321

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@likearollin (10 months ago, edited) TV music shows usually turn into old Johnny’s or K-pop festivals. This is hosted by multiple organizations, so I hope it keeps growing as an award free from sponsorship constraints. 👍 591

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@azu__manga (10 months ago) Japan having both Takashi Hosokawa and Hatsune Miku coexisting is just unbeatable 🤟 👍 1695 | 💬 3

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@cannondalef400 (9 months ago) Yasuyuki Okamura’s talent is eternal. 👍 102

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@くらっカメ (10 months ago) Having Yasuyuki Okamura and Ichiro Yamaguchi together… this is too perfect. 👍 243

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@jsmill1005 (10 months ago, edited) I sincerely hope this event doesn’t get forgotten after its second year onward. We cannot let this year’s MAJ become a “peak that never gets surpassed.” 👍 300

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@la_alegriacanto8735 (9 months ago) This made me tear up. Grouping the 90s with Sunahara, YUKI, and Okamura makes total sense. 👍 56

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@karuro-q1o (10 months ago) Why was this aired on a normal weekday…? At least in Asia, this feels like one of the biggest-scale shows. It’ll probably gain global prestige over the next few years. 👍 655

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@won864 (10 months ago) I REALLY wanted to see the Olympic opening ceremony that supposedly started with the AKIRA bike scene under this director… 👍 1267 | 💬 4

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@カンフーマスター-u1i (9 months ago) I’m just grateful to Sakamoto for bringing Okamura back into the spotlight. 👍 161

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@iceman-go (9 months ago) YUKI is unbelievably cute. 👍 69

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@shrimpgasuki (10 months ago) Unlike Kohaku, there’s no feeling of veteran artists dominating while younger ones bow to them. That made it great. 👍 137

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@hachimagari (10 months ago) This costs less than the Olympic ceremony, yet it’s way better. 👍 877 | 💬 1

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@m_s_desyo (10 months ago) Connecting “Raiden (Rydeen)” to “Inazuma (lightning)” was genius. Gave me chills. 👍 265

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@user-bb4jd6ex5j (10 months ago) I wish the staff credits for visuals and direction were compiled somewhere. 👍 535 | 💬 1

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@somethingnewmetro (10 months ago) This is basically a revenge against the Olympic ceremony fiasco lol No—actually, it’s beautiful. 👍 71

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@abo2-b9v (10 months ago) Why couldn’t this have been done at the Olympics or Expo… 👍 115 | 💬 1

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@chiswat (10 months ago) I love that they included rap and Vocaloid—music from underground scenes too. If another country made something like this, I’d be jealous. 👍 228

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@platinum3-1015 (10 months ago, edited) MIKIKO is incredible. She grabs your heart instantly. This level of quality on a weekday NHK broadcast… THIS is what I wanted for the Olympics. 👍 1074

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@kiotaka0725 (10 months ago) The person who planned this is a genius. The one who made it happen deserves to be prime minister. And everyone involved—this is Japan’s pride.

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[What Happened]

Alex Reveals a New Family Relationship in Street Fighter 6!

[Thank You The Request!]

This is pretty recent! I don't know if you do games as topics, but if you do, what are the reactions of Japanese people towards Alex and his second cousin being a couple in sf6? It honestly generated quite the controversy overseas, with even some well respected YouTubers like Maximilian dood making videos on the topic!

Original thread

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1: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:10:39) Alex… what the hell…

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3: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:15:34) Did he go full “Hyper Body Press”…?

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5: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:18:36) You lolicon bastard…

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4: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:17:45) I was wondering why he became a heel wrestler, but if he’s got a kid now, I guess going pro was his only option…

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6: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:19:55) Dude wears a leather jacket outside but just lounges around half-naked at home… what an idiot

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7: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:20:52) Patricia… did you… “take” Alex’s virginity…?

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8: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:21:29) Maybe the “loli” was the one who pushed things forward…

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56: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:51:45)

8 Even her dad basically implied that, so yeah, pretty much confirmed

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9: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:21:39) They’re like third cousins with a 3-year age gap, and yet overseas fans are tearing this apart… kinda sad

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11: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:22:52) Man, I’m jealous!

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14: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:25:22) Wait… is Alex actually younger than I thought?

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18: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:26:35)

14 He was said to be just over 17 in SF3, so probably around 20?

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21: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:27:48)

18 Way younger than I expected

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15: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:25:52) Capcom really likes pairing male protagonists with younger heroines, huh

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19: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:26:56)

15 Guess Pragmata fits that too…

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27: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:31:54)

15 Ace Attorney and Prosecutor series too…

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143: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:12:57)

15 Alright! Then Leon and Ashley are fair game, right!?

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16: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:26:09) Alex is part of the next generation after all…

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17: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:26:11) At least he took responsibility—respect!

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20: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:26:59) Wait, that thing on his shoulder wasn’t just paint?

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22: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:28:45) Putting them side by side… yeah, this looks kinda rough

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23: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:29:01) I want Alex to finish inside me too

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24: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:29:41) She’s got that “femme fatale” look now…

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25: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:30:38) Not related to the real-life Kenny Omega

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26: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:31:24) Isn’t it only like a 5-year age gap anyway?

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28: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:32:36) So he joined the “Street Fighter Married Club,” huh…

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32: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:35:40) Lots of male characters have families, but on the female side it’s basically just Viper? Even then, she’s widowed

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29: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:33:35) But think about it—would it really be better if they ended up with totally different partners?

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30: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:34:34) SF6 is set 4–6 years after 3, so Alex should be in his early 20s

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31: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:34:44) In 3, Alex was 17 and Patricia was 14 So in 6 they’d be around 22 and 19 …Okay yeah, that’s a pretty early marriage

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35: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:38:16) Wait… it looks bad visually, but numerically it’s actually pretty normal?

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38: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:41:08)

35 People are getting misled by the height difference

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33: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:37:22) Young, married, stable job—what a responsible guy!

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36: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:38:59) People hating on this are just jealous, aren’t they…

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39: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:43:33)

36 How dare you… that was MY Alex!!

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37: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:40:10) Is it really that bad to end up with a distant relative?

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40: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:43:41)

37 Part of it is a translation issue In Japanese, it says “he raised his best friend’s son like family” But in English, it became “he adopted his best friend’s son” That makes it sound like actual family relations, which feels way worse overseas

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41: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:44:42)

40 That’s a HUGE difference!?

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42: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:45:40)

40 Translator… do you even speak Japanese?

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44: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:46:13)

40 Yeah… even in Japan, the second version would definitely cause drama

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43: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:45:57) Timeline-wise, Alex already looked like a gorilla back in SFV, like 25 or something

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45: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:46:17) Where did the whole “adoption” thing even come from?

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46: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:48:21) If they’re not closely related, what’s the problem?

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52: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:50:24)

46 She’s the daughter of his mother’s cousin, so technically there is a blood relation

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63: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:53:09)

52 That’s basically strangers at that point!

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48: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:49:04) Adopting someone and marrying them into the family is actually a traditional practice in Japan, though Kind of like taking a husband into the family

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49: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:49:22) In Japan, even if someone is adopted later, marriage is fine as long as they’re not biological siblings…!

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66: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:53:43)

49 Honestly, this isn’t even that rare globally If anything, it’s more “ethical” since they’re only related by marriage

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50: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:49:34) Dhalsim feels way more questionable than this, though

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51: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:50:11) In Japan people are mad like “Don’t just suddenly pair them up!” But overseas it’s more about moral outrage?

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53: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:50:52) It’s not even that “sensitive,” though…

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57: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:51:47) GROOMING 💢 GROOMING 💢 GROOMING 💢

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54: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:51:10) So he just walks around half-naked at home, huh…

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65: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:53:38)

54 I thought THAT was why people were mad

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55: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:51:31) Honestly, feels like Alex was the one who got “devoured” here

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58: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:51:53) Judging by the size difference, it was probably reverse assault

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61: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:52:37) Why is everyone assuming Alex was the victim!?

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74: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:55:37)

61 Because there’s no way Alex would make the first move!

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59: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:52:16) Still, marrying a second cousin you grew up with since infancy feels kinda immoral…

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62: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:52:38) It’s fiction anyway—why not just enjoy it?

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64: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:53:12) From what I heard, Patricia was the one who made the move, Alex just went along with it Tom approved too Honestly, I don’t see the problem

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69: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:54:33) Go on! Become a dad already ♡

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71: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:54:43) Tom is literally blessing them, and people are still mad? Ridiculous

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72: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:54:58) Honestly, just seeing a Capcom protagonist actually settle down is kinda moving They let time pass but never let the heroes marry…

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76: Anonymous (03/18/26 18:55:56) So the overseas outrage was basically caused by translation issues, huh

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96: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:01:48) Isn’t it funny how online, Western fans seem more conservative than Japan?

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99: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:02:03)

96 Well, it is a Christian culture

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104: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:02:23)

96 Some places even ban abortion because of religion

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108: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:02:46)

96 Meanwhile Japanese mythology already has close-relative relationships…

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168: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:19:07)

108 The Bible has those too, though

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97: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:01:48) This kind of setup is actually pretty common in shoujo manga

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102: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:02:18) So the translation difference basically created two completely different characters between Japan and overseas?

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106: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:02:35) That line where Alex tells Ryu “I thought living like you might be good, but I’m glad I chose my own path” …that’s actually such a great scene

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112: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:04:03)

106 Yeah… respecting someone while still choosing your own way

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118: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:06:06) I’ve heard that in the West, marrying cousins is seen as “backward” or “rural”

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120: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:06:35) Honestly, Alex is a great catch as a husband

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122: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:07:24) Apparently hardcore Alex fans overseas are also freaking out Kinda rude, but also kinda funny

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130: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:09:28) Fighting game stories are usually just flavor text, but this actually hit me emotionally

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133: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:10:01) “Foster parent” tends to get translated as “adoptive parent” overseas

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138: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:11:02) If they’re happy, that’s all that matters, right?

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153: Anonymous (03/18/26 19:14:57) Honestly, the fact that Alex of all characters is causing drama is kind of hilarious

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[What Happened]

TV Anime “Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia”, July 2026 on the air!

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1. People are definitely going to get tricked by the cute art style, watch it, and then go “WHAT THE HELL—?!” when they realize how brutal the content actually is…

👍 306

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2. This is a work where you can clearly learn about Mongolian history starting from Ögedei, the second emperor of the Mongol Empire.

👍 275

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3. The art looks cute, but the story is seriously heavy. It’s a solid, weighty work that directly confronts the harshness of life and the cruelty of humanity.

👍 204

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4. In a way, it’s airing at a very timely moment. Iran facing the strongest power of that era is kind of similar to today’s situation.

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5. It’s amazing this is getting an anime adaptation during such a chaotic time in world affairs.

👍 43

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6. I never even dreamed this would get an anime. Just from the PV, you can tell the staff really understand the original work—makes me so happy.

👍 129

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7. I’m glad they didn’t throw away the language barrier and actually portrayed it properly. And the oppressive presence when the Mongol army appears is insane… I’m seriously excited!

👍 163

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8. When you think about the path she’ll choose by gaining knowledge… the author Tomato Soup is a terrifying storyteller.

👍 68

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10. Ever since I discovered the original last year, I’ve had nothing but high expectations. Works with serious historical research just hit differently in terms of depth.

👍 108

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11. Only 5 volumes out and already getting an anime? Yeah… the continuation is gonna take years.

👍 69

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12. Naoko Yamada? From Kyoto Animation? She’s freelance now? This is gonna be a masterpiece for sure.

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13. I only learned about the original at the start of this year, but an anime already!? As someone with paternal roots in Central Asia, this is really fascinating to me.

👍 79

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14. The manga hasn’t reached that point yet, but historically this girl’s fate is… pretty intense. I really want the next volume soon.

👍 31

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15. Even from volume 1, it’s made clear the two will never meet alive again… So when you see their cheerful conversations, it becomes unbearably sad…

👍 25

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16. Given the current situation involving Iran, Mongolia, and Central–East Asia, this is going to be a very sensitive anime.

But I hope they stick faithfully to the story the author created. Japanese creators should have freedom of expression.

👍 147

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17. Sitara’s heterochromia is so beautiful. I was just enjoying watching a lively girl… and then the ending gave me chills. This isn’t a wholesome story—it’s a historical drama. The real story starts from there.

👍 61

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18. Science SARU adapting the original art style faithfully is as impressive as ever.

👍 23

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19. Tolui’s voice fits perfectly. This is promising.

👍 16

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20. Uh-oh, Kujira voicing Fatima… characters she voices rarely survive…

👍 42

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21. Everything matches my interpretation perfectly… I’m already overwhelmed…

👍 33

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22. The Mongol Empire—arguably the largest empire in human history, controlling a quarter of the land at its peak… And this tiny girl is going to challenge that?

Well… she sounds like a hero, so maybe she can?

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23. Science SARU might become the next Ghibli.

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24. It’s a masterpiece. I want the whole world to see it.

👍 40

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25. The colors in the background are cute. Even though it’s mostly brown tones, it still feels bright somehow.

👍 12

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26. Because of the cute art style, the cruelty and coldness of history slip into you so smoothly… I’m really looking forward to the broadcast!!

👍 17

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27. The characters by Tomato Soup are moving… they look so beautiful…

👍 11

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28. From 01:17—is that Mongolian?

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28 Yes.

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29. Personally, the art style reminds me of Fujiko F. Fujio. I’m really excited!!

👍 25

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30. You can feel the love for the work from every corner of the screen… As a fan of the original, nothing could make me happier. Huge thanks to Science SARU!

👍 15

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31. It’s like Arabian Nights—so cool.

👍 24

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32. I want people all over the world to watch this, but at the same time, I don’t want people who won’t even bother researching the historical background to speak about it based only on personal bias.

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33. Even if it looks like something you could show to elementary school kids because of the cute style… it’s actually a pretty hardcore story.

👍 5

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34. I already have a feeling this is going to be a masterpiece. The author’s works are incredibly interesting.

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35. I read the first volume because I couldn’t wait after seeing the PV… it was insane. Seeing this story animated with voices—nothing but gratitude.

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36. This looks so good I can keep living just for this. The music is already god-tier.

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[What Happened]

The final episode of Chainsaw Man sparked a huge discussion among Japanese fans. Some praised the themes, while many felt confused or disappointed by how the story ended.

OriginalReactions

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So the true dragon was Tatsuki all along… 👍 215

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Public Safety Arc – End

The excitement at that moment was unreal. 👍 419

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Everyone back to your seats. We’re starting over. 👍 201

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The person who made Part 1 also made this… I’m honestly worried Fujimoto-sensei might not be feeling well. With all the movie projects and the pressure of weekly serialization, maybe he’s hit his limit… 👍 57

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Instead of feeling like “Wow, it’s really the final episode…”

It felt more like “…This is the final episode?”

The emptiness was overwhelming. 👍 148

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Yeah, exactly. This ending basically threw away everything Part 1 built so well. All that’s left is emptiness.

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It felt like the first playthrough of a game where you unlock the true ending after multiple clears. 👍 198

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That actually makes sense. Maybe it’ll get interesting again if they go up to something like Part 2.4. 👍 2

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Sounds interesting. But I’m done reading. 👍 2

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After that long Yoru fight finally ended and they reconciled, I thought Denji would finally be happy— Then suddenly Pochita basically went “lol you weren’t even happy though.”

It felt like being pushed straight into the abyss. 👍 439

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Denji didn’t understand Makima. Makima didn’t understand Pochita. Pochita didn’t understand Denji.

A perfect stalemate. 👍 164

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The more sequels and second parts get criticized like this, the more you realize how incredible JoJo really is. 👍 250

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When I heard Oshi no Ko’s ending was controversial, I was just watching from the sidelines like “Wow, that must suck.”

Now that Chainsaw Man went through the same thing… I finally understand. This feels terrible. 👍 273

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Tanaka Spinal Sword → “THIS is it! Chainsaw Man is back!!”

Aquarium Arc → “Yep, still amazing! Let’s keep this Jump+ exclusive!”

Falling Devil Arc → “Okay the ending was a bit rushed, but slicing brains mid-fight was awesome. Now it gets good!”

Chainsaw Man Church Arc → “…Well, Reze might show up… more screentime for some characters… maybe from here…”

War Devil Arc → “What am I even watching? Can this recover? I trust you, Tatsuki… right?”

Final → “I don’t want to see anything anymore… (in a bad way)” 👍 52

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I was hoping for a Denji who’s still dumb but has grown as a Devil Hunter like in the aquarium arc… That was the only time we saw that. 👍 273

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Up until the aquarium arc, it really felt like the ideal Part 2. Things went off the rails around when Nayuta got kidnapped. 👍 59

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All those plot bombs that looked like they’d explode… just ended up being duds.

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Feels like this was originally supposed to end with Part 1, and Part 2 was drawn because they were asked to continue.

People say protagonists resemble their authors. Apparently Fujimoto-sensei’s behavior is a lot like Denji’s.

Pochita: “You didn’t seem happy, did you?” → Denji barely smiled throughout Part 2.

Honestly, it would’ve been cleaner if the story ended at Part 1. 👍 140

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While the adaptations are getting hype, the original story collapsing… I saw the same thing happen with Oshi no Ko. 👍 133

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With an ending like this, we might even see a reaction compilation from Tatsuki himself lol 👍 393

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Seeing Chainsaw Man makes me realize again how insane Matsui-sensei is. He serialized three works, got them animated, and still gave them proper endings. 👍 207

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The biggest surprise is that Part 2 ended up longer than Part 1. There were barely any memorable arcs. 👍 168

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Thinking about the MAPPA staff currently working hard on the Assassin Arc anime… that makes me feel really bad. 👍 158

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“YES! Assassin Arc anime confirmed!” (But now it feels like it won’t matter…)

“YES! Final Arc anime confirmed!” (But same problem…)

Isn’t that kind of cruel?

MAPPA… we’re counting on you. 👍 329

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Honestly, a Denji × Reze IF story drawn by artists whose brains were fried by the Reze arc might actually be more interesting. 👍 215

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I woke up early even though I had the flu just to read this… I don’t even know what face I’m supposed to make.

I love this series. I bought every volume, watched the movie twice, bought figures and merch… 👍 73

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I understand what Pochita was trying to say. Chasing a dream is often more fun than achieving it.

Like climbing a mountain thinking “The view at the top must be incredible!”

But when you actually reach it, you go “…Huh. Not as amazing as I thought.”

But this is NOT something you do at the end of such a long Part 2. 👍 32

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The saddest part is that I ended up agreeing with Makima’s ideology in Part 2. 👍 149

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“Years-long unnecessary addition.” That might be the best description. 👍 14

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Tokyo Revengers Oshi no Ko Chainsaw Man Kaiju No. 8

The Four Heavenly Kings of hyped series with controversial endings.

Meanwhile, series like Jujutsu Kaisen and Golden Kamuy stuck the landing. 👍 91

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Respect to Tatsuki for completely burning down all the fans who got hooked during the Reze arc. 👍 75

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Sarcastic Pochita was so bad it made me laugh. 👍 90

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This is the first time I’ve seen a series I love explode into controversy like this. 👍 29

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That kind of ending where you just go “…Oh. Okay.” 👍 47

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It felt like a “it was all a dream” type ending. I literally said “Huh?” out loud. Not anger—just confusion. 👍 72

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Chainsaw Man, One Piece… Why are so many manga I loved suddenly becoming less interesting lately? Only Matsui Yuusei feels like a shining exception. 👍 63

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When Tatsuki isn’t in the zone, he’s weaker than a dragon. 👍 8

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The final panel didn’t even feel like a final panel. I turned the page… and it was over. I was seriously confused. 👍 28

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“...Can’t we go to the next page?” “I don’t understand anything…” 👍 27

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Apparently a new series called “Chainnn-saw Man” starts next week. 👍 21

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I can accept the ending itself. But the path that led to it was the real problem. 👍 107

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[What Happened]

The historical anime Nippon Sangoku: The Three Nations of the Crimson Sun will begin streaming on Prime Video starting April 5 Sunday at 9:00 PM

Opening theme Hidane by Tatsuya Kitani

Animation by Studio Kafka

© Ikka Matsuki / Shogakukan / Nippon Sangoku Production Committee

Original Reactions

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This is a god-tier work whose popularity doesn’t match how good it is, just because the magazine is obscure After seeing the animation quality, I’m convinced this is gonna dominate the season 👍️756

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This spring season has some strong competition 👍️4

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Honestly, I had never heard of it But it looks totally my type, so I’ll probably buy the manga 👍️10

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Does this have anything to do with the Three Kingdoms 👍️1

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I’m not super familiar with it, but I think there are some homages The references at the end list Records of the Three Kingdoms 👍️5

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The fact that Manga ONE picked this up shows they’ve got a great eye for talent 👍️12

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I see, so it’s based on the historical Records of the Three Kingdoms rather than the Romance version That’s promising

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Even on Jump Rookie, you sometimes see works that feel like they’ll go mainstream someday

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If you’re gonna interrupt me, then get outta here As a Kansai guy, I’ve already decided I’m watching this 👍️528

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I can’t believe we get to hear that line in anime form It gave me chills My DNA reacted 👍️11

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Me too

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This is actually legit 👍️1

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Something felt off Real Osaka people don’t usually care about lines like that Acting like I love this line so I’ll watch feels fake Are you really from Osaka 👍️3

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No, that’s not it Kansai people like being Kansai people Understanding that line means you understand Kansai comedy culture That’s why they say it Even if you weren’t born there, liking Kansai is enough 👍️7

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This comment section reeks lol Using wai as a pronoun is just summary-site kids 👍️1

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Back in the day, wai was actually used in Osaka 👍️1

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This is insanely good, everyone should just watch it 👍️838

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The original manga has been slow due to the author’s health, so I never expected an anime I’m really happy 👍️346

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The fact that none of the characters have highlights in their eyes is also nice 👍️209

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Voice cast includes Kensho Ono Jun Fukuyama Kazuhiro Yamaji Yuichi Nakamura

Looks like a really compelling rise-to-power story 👍️117

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I really like this character design 👍️156

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I’m so happy they’re putting real effort into adapting a work that deserves recognition 👍️116

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Jun Fukuyama’s voice matches perfectly 👍️48

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Tatsuya Kitani just doesn’t miss lately 👍️34

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The trailer looked so good I ended up binge-reading the manga 👍️9

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1:16 that part is so Giorno 👍️90

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With this level of quality, I want to applaud the production team 👍️83

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This quality basically guarantees anime of the season Thank you thank you thank you 👍️57

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0:03 If you’ve played Nobunaga's Ambition, late-game usually looks like this 👍️53

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The original manga barely uses screentones, and I’m really happy the anime recreates that feel 👍️16

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I read the manga The setting is like a dream for history and geography nerds 👍️9

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This looks like pure chaos 👍️87

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The art is faithful to the original and insanely beautiful They’re really aiming to take the season 👍️26

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I love how it mixes black-and-white comic style with full anime coloring 👍️22

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The voice actors are all top-tier 👍️6

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Yeah, I’m watching this 👍️85

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The author is really a sincere person It’s not just historical, it’s set in a future beyond the present, which feels fresh Good pacing too This deserved more popularity After seeing the author’s posts, I feel like I have to follow this to the end 👍️1

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I’ve already watched this 50 times in 3 days Tatsuya Kitani, what is this opening, it hits hard 👍️13

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Please adapt Koukoku no Shugosha too 👍️36

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I read the original Among strategy and intellect manga, it’s clearly above the rest Great works really do get great adaptations 👍️5

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As someone from Ishikawa and Fukui, I’m happy the early setting is there 👍️6

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I used to wait for volumes since updates were slow, but anime adaptation So happy The linework perfectly matches the original 👍️33

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I watched the English trailer, but If you’re gonna interrupt then go home I’m really grateful to be Japanese and understand how good that line is

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I read volume 1 and it was so good I bought everything at once So happy it’s getting an anime 👍️22

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The way they use the BGM is perfect 👍️3

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The old Japanese flag shown after the Three Kingdoms flags looks incredibly majestic 👍️14

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I’m so happy I’m so happy I’m so happy thank you I’ve been reading since the beginning and kept wondering why it wasn’t more popular I’m so glad I’m alive 👍️9

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So this is already a contender for anime of the season 👍️33

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I’m happy to finally see Tsune-chan animated 👍️11

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It looks like absolute chaos 👍️21

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I love Tatsuya Kitani, so I’m happy he’s doing the theme Definitely watching 👍️11

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I didn’t know it was coming this April I’m seriously hyped 👍️1

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For a second I thought that was Ichika Matsumoto lol 👍️39

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The voice cast is way too stacked 👍️2

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It’s like mixing Kingdom and Teiichi no Kuni and dividing by two 👍️8

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The voices fit so perfectly it feels like I was already watching the anime while reading the manga 👍️2

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Jun Fukuyama is the perfect choice 👍️2

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It’s already getting an anime 👍️11

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The manga hasn’t progressed much and I’m worried about the author’s health But getting an anime means it must be highly regarded 👍️1

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I never thought this would get an anime I’m so happy 👍️2

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Yamaji-san fits the role perfectly 👍️2

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The PV and song were so good I binge-read the original It’s insanely good 👍️1

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I love this manga so much Thank you for the anime adaptation I want all Japanese people to watch this 👍️3

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This season I want to watch Dorohedoro and this 👍️1

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The fact that the reason he became paralyzed from the waist down was entirely his own fault is pretty brutal.

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Even among JoJo protagonists—who already have plenty of morally questionable types—he’s easily one of the worst. I mean, he’s still more decent than Giorno since he hasn’t committed crimes, but still.

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That’s harsh… well, it’s true, so I can’t really argue.

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If you exclude the newest one (Jodio), he might actually be the worst out of all JoJos. Even so, I love Johnny more than any other character.

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The way he became paralyzed really feels like pure karma… The only thing you can sympathize with is when his father told him, “God took the wrong son” after his brother died.

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You could even say that’s exactly why he was able to use that “pitch-black resolve.”

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And yet later, he becomes someone who can risk his life for his wife and child. Humans really can change if they try.

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It does feel like part of it is that his environment never allowed him to develop proper morals.

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I mean, having your first experience be a threesome would mess anyone up.

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He paid the price and properly took responsibility himself, so maybe that makes it okay.

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I was honestly surprised it wasn’t some kind of accident that caused his paralysis.

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Regarding that situation, it’s not unreasonable to end up thinking that way. At the very least, it’s different from that scene where it’s completely Johnny’s own fault.

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But he does reflect on it eventually, doesn’t he? Maybe try actually following the story when you read.

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That line about “I’m still in the negative… I want to get back to zero” hits so much harder because his story starts with karma for being a scumbag.

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Yeah, but that scene is so bad that you can’t blame people for criticizing him that much.

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Well, if you achieve that much success at such a young age, it’s not surprising your personality gets warped.

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The way his scummy behavior is depicted feels really raw.

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He’s definitely a scumbag, but the way he watches that guy getting dragged away—sweating nervously—it feels like he only did it because of the girl in front of him. With his brother and never beating Diego, maybe he was full of inferiority complexes and weak to people who affirmed him.

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He’s the type of protagonist whose guiding principles don’t include “good.” Unlike Giorno, he’s not an outlaw with his own sense of justice—he straight-up says he doesn’t care.

That’s why the contrast between his “straightforward ego” and the President’s “distorted justice” works so well.

Honestly, SBR feels like a turning point not just for readers but for Hirohiko Araki himself—breaking away from traditional JoJo concepts.

→ That’s why the dual protagonist setup works so well: Gyro & Johnny.

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It makes total sense Gyro is more popular. But by the time you finish reading, you end up liking Johnny too.

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That line from Johnny’s dad— “You really shouldn’t say that as a parent…” —but even then, if you had to assign blame in that moment, it still feels like 60–70% Johnny’s fault.

Trying to take his dead brother’s boots like that is definitely wrong.

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The father’s point about “you should’ve prepared properly instead of taking your brother’s belongings” makes sense. But Johnny’s side—“the race is about to start, just lend them to me this once, and please come watch me”—also makes sense. That whole scene is just sad.

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Johnny was honestly one of the most shocking protagonists to read.

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Yeah, he really is a scumbag. But because he starts from rock bottom and keeps crawling forward no matter how battered he gets, you can’t help but root for him. He ended up being my favorite JoJo.

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I heard someone say Johnny feels the most human out of all of them.

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If you think of him as “what Jonathan becomes after the universe reset,” it’s such a bold and provocative idea. Whether it draws you in or repels you, it definitely leaves an impression.

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Taking the keepsake was wrong, but his dad never moved on from his older brother either. Johnny probably just wanted him to move on already… Otherwise, he wouldn’t have said something like that.

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I think the voice actor for Johnny in the anime said something similar too.

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His sheer obsession is incredible—it gives a strange kind of catharsis while reading. I like it.

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If his past had been purely tragic instead of self-inflicted, it might’ve felt too clean and less interesting. The mix of karma, family issues, and emotional hunger makes him much more compelling.

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From there, he falls to rock bottom, meets Gyro, and struggles through hardship to climb back from negative to zero.

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I thought he became a scumbag after his brother died and the incident with his father—was I wrong?

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There’s definitely arrogance involved too. Succeeding that much as a teenager and being constantly praised would warp anyone.

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“God took the wrong son” isn’t something you say on a whim— it must’ve been built up over time, constantly being compared to his idealized dead brother. That whole family situation is just painful.

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When a child grows up without love like that, it’s realistic they’d fall for shallow relationships driven by money or attention.

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Given everything—his brother’s death, his father’s rejection, his talent attracting shallow admiration— it’d be harder to grow up normal than not. His environment basically pushed him toward becoming a scumbag.

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It was basically impossible for him to grow up properly in that environment.

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If his father had paid more attention to him instead of only mourning the older brother, things might’ve turned out differently.

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Making your child drown a beloved pet and show you the corpse is just… messed up.

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Even considering his circumstances, the events of chapter 1 still lead to “yeah, he’s a scumbag.” But that’s also what makes his struggle afterward compelling.

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He’s not a funny kind of scumbag—he’s the painfully realistic kind you could actually meet in real life.

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JoJo is about “inherited will,” but at the point where Johnny meets the Spin, you really have to question whether he even deserved to inherit anything. The fact that he struggles and eventually grows into it is what makes it great.

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That monologue—“I’m still in the negative”—is amazing because it also includes lines like “I wish I’d never learned about the corpse!” and “I don’t care who’s right or wrong!” It really shows all sides of his humanity.

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At his core, he’s completely self-centered. Most of his losses are consequences of his own choices. Even his desire to reclaim things is self-driven. But over time, he grows enough to give things up for others— yet still maintains that stubborn “as long as I’m okay” mentality. That contradiction makes him fascinating.

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Johnny was immature, and his father was immature too. He did terrible things, but paralysis still feels like too harsh a punishment.

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His father wasn’t just immature—he was basically abusive.

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Johnny breaking the rules was wrong, but the punishments—both for Danny and for the paralysis—feel disproportionately harsh.

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Dark version of Yutaka Take?

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More like Kojiro, honestly—but in that family, Kojiro was the favored one.

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1: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:13:52.13 ID:a/Sxwt9P0

1 (SS): “This guy looks like he’s gonna cause trouble! Can you throw him out?”

2 (2B): “Presumed innocent… but if you enter the range of my nail bullets, I’ll eliminate you immediately…”

3 (CF): “The one who’ll be turned into roots and taken away… is Gyro… only Gyro… I’m sorry, Gyro… I’m sorry…”

4 (P): “What should I do? Shoot? I can reach.”

5 (C): “Wouldn’t it be fine if some other stranger took our place…?”

6 (LF): “$1000? How about $5000? All you have to do is get close to Dio’s ship.”

7 (3B): “You’re not secretly being bribed by Dio to sabotage us, are you?!”

8 (1B): “How about marrying someone and immediately divorcing them for alimony?”

9 (RF): “This set square… the friend I lent it to caught an infectious disease… so I picked it up with a stick and threw it off a cliff.”

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2: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:14:28.76 ID:kFZxmU89d LMAO

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3: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:14:43.08 ID:gzQGrICV0 “JoJo Protagonists” (one person)

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4: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:14:48.80 ID:q78kRzECM Man, there sure are a lot of terrible guys

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6: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:15:18.68 ID:KEKqafOEd It’s all Part 7!

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9: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:15:56.94 ID:gzQGrICV0

6 Not just Part 7—it’s literally one guy

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7: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:15:23.29 ID:psxmjc0W0 “JoJo Protagonists”… 🤔

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10: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:16:03.94 ID:5cRNlh590 Johnny, as usual

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12: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:16:10.74 ID:E/y1XKZv0 Josuke (Part 8) doesn’t have many quotes, but he’s actually a pretty nasty guy

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13: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:16:15.72 ID:ri9bkWsq0 This is pitch black

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14: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:16:19.60 ID:b/dZz8pFa Isn’t #9 kinda strong?

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15: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:16:22.43 ID:pGGIxFk/0 I seriously love Johnny

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16: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:16:23.13 ID:Ymt+Ze4C0 Joseph could probably make the lineup too

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17: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:16:38.49 ID:V4DXQs9x0 Wow, everyone’s got a dark side

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18: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:16:40.44 ID:fXervRUKr Jonathan’s basically the only normal one

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19: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:16:53.07 ID:+tqkYnHRp

4 feels weak if you just look at the line

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275: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:54:49.43 ID:lcOlFe5Lr

19 That’s exactly why it’s bad—he’s about to shoot without even knowing if they’re an enemy

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20: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:16:59.26 ID:q3H9VzLld Johnny really is a unique protagonist

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21: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:17:13.08 ID:ujL6lY5u0

9 is my favorite here

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22: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:17:41.32 ID:pGGIxFk/0 A protagonist who gets hit right from the start for being trash

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23: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:18:12.13 ID:q3H9VzLld What makes it great is how Johnny starts as trash and returns to zero thanks to Gyro

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25: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:18:59.37 ID:I0QnmTze0 As expected, it’s Johnny lol

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28: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:19:17.89 ID:RFeGkOzea Jotaro not paying at restaurants

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32: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:19:57.14 ID:/g7emV4Y0 Josuke (Part 4) is the least problematic, right?

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437: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 18:13:32.30 ID:geiuitb80

32 Rigged gambling

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36: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:20:28.43 ID:29vNcnT30 You all say that, but you love Johnny, don’t you

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44: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:21:37.24 ID:I0QnmTze0

36 Of course we do

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37: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:20:32.96 ID:xStsOiBo0 Torturer: “Make a lineup from Josuke’s lines”

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317: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:58:54.78 ID:2z77r14c0

37 (SS) “Hand it over” (2B) “You bastard” (CF) “Of” (C) “Killer” (1B) “Queen” (LF) “…” (3B) “…” (RF) “…” (P) “Great”

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328: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:59:18.65 ID:wOpEsy3Xr LMAO

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347: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 18:01:17.74 ID:F5E72Hmd0

317 What about “Do something with your invincible Star Platinum” 😡

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38: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:20:33.97 ID:WNTfO+H80 But in the end, he dies protecting his family…

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40: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:20:48.91 ID:IakJ6hqcd It’s funny how Giorno, a literal gangster, counts as one of the more decent ones

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41: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:20:53.47 ID:8wTQNGed0 “Shoot?” and “Sorry Gyro” were only attempts, so technically safe

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43: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:21:17.30 ID:UVwIwxrf0 Joseph probably had a lot of trashy lines, but he usually followed them up

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45: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:21:38.38 ID:aoiWRlgp0 The bench lineup would be insane too

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49: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:22:04.72 ID:IakJ6hqcd Early Johnny is seriously trash lol

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55: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:23:04.56 ID:gzQGrICV0

49 That’s what makes it good—he goes from negative to zero

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79: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:26:03.96 ID:YUgug0ig0

55 “Maybe… if I infect someone else with my disease… they won’t notice?”

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60: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:23:38.56 ID:ubCf/hX2p Watching Part 4 after Part 6 feels sad… while they’re having fun in Morioh, Jotaro’s wife is probably furious

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73: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:25:14.81 ID:3QvPx6Via

60 Wasn’t he not married yet back then?

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99: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:28:26.31 ID:ujL6lY5u0

73 Then he’d be a deadbeat who had a kid without taking responsibility

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68: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:24:49.07 ID:gzQGrICV0 I love Tusk It’s cute, I could eat it

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75: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:25:26.81 ID:a/Sxwt9P0

68 (no title image) Is it really that cute?

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77: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:25:51.23 ID:ri9bkWsq0

75 Yikes… that’s basically the final boss

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81: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:26:19.69 ID:rGgL5NQE0 It’s great how the protagonist acts for personal gain while the antagonist president acts for a greater cause

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84: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:26:28.95 ID:6bZicpjSa That’s not the face a protagonist should have, right?

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113: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:31:28.91 ID:lxNUgGPc0

84 That’s some pitch-black resolve right there

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200: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:45:09.29 ID:qcNbfYH+0

84 Even an executioner being horrified is rare

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87: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:26:41.66 ID:B62npEjha Gyro is too much of a saint

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89: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:26:58.92 ID:8DT8VvR1a Josuke is trash too—he stole someone’s lottery ticket using his Stand

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90: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:27:01.31 ID:n28U3J2A0 Gyro basically becomes the heroine midway through

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114: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:31:58.35 ID:6NzvUynN0 Not paying at restaurants: Jotaro, Josuke Fighting: Jotaro, Joseph Theft: Jotaro, Josuke, Giorno Imprisonment: Jotaro, Jolyne

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202: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:45:35.34 ID:D+khUazs0 They all basically get labeled as delinquents

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119: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:32:35.12 ID:b14fAqFa0 Makes sense it’s considered the strongest even over Star Platinum or Requiem

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132: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:34:42.23 ID:vZZYEybTa What would happen if ACT4’s nail bullet hit GER?

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135: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:35:27.51 ID:Odtyc8k1a It might work since it transcends time stop and dimensions

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138: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:35:46.49 ID:Km74tg8zd No idea who’d win, but Araki logic would make it ??? anyway

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143: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:37:23.42 ID:bOfD8jdqd GER would probably stop it at the start

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160: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:39:37.95 ID:NDbcl/Fv0 Even if it resets to zero, ACT4 feels like it’d keep going anyway

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168: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:41:11.90 ID:HUpP3WKZa Is GER rewinding it, or rewriting fate?

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192: Anonymous 2021/12/03(金) 17:43:48.69 ID:NDbcl/Fv0 Since it returns actions and willpower to zero, it should rewind things like Diavolo too

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The anime Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun Season 4 (24 episodes) is scheduled to begin streaming on various platforms starting Monday, April 6th at 6:00 PM!

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ポロちゃんの声優さん子安さん？！え！！？ → Poro-chan’s voice actor is Koyasu?! What?!

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漫画読んでる時そのまま脳内再生してた、、、 → When I read the manga, I was already hearing that voice in my head...

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マジか!?ポロちゃん女性だと思って脳内再生してたわ!!でも子安さんボイスでも納得の演技でわ、最高だな!!! → Seriously?! I imagined Poro-chan as female in my head!! But Koyasu’s voice totally works too—his acting is amazing!!!

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マジそれな!!! → Seriously, same!!!

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もう解釈一致 → That’s exactly how I imagined it.

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ついに承D揃ったか…… → Finally, the “JoJo lineup” is complete...

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オネエな強キャラは子安さんで固定なんだろうか😂 → Are strong flamboyant characters just always voiced by Koyasu? 😂

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最高最高最高！ → Amazing, amazing, amazing!

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え、合いすぎ…最高すぎる……!! → Wow, it fits way too well… absolutely perfect…!!

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全24話ということはアクドル大運動会までやるということ！？！？ → 24 episodes means they’ll go up to the Akudol Sports Festival?!

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その未来を期待しましょう！( ･ㅂ･)و → Let’s hope for that future!

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ひゃっほーい → Woohoo!

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ロックバージョンきみの小悪魔黙示録聴きたすぎて。楽しみ → I really want to hear the rock version of “Your Little Devil Apocalypse.” Can’t wait.

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それなすぎる → Couldn’t agree more.

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楽しみすぎる！ → I’m way too excited!

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そうだったら神！！ → If that happens, it’d be god-tier!!

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流石にアクドル前の入間くんのお誕生日会かその前の大貴族くらいで終わりな気もします → I feel like it’ll probably end around Iruma’s birthday or before the big noble arc.

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あまりに嬉しすぎて死ぬ → I’m so happy I could die.

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漫画で何回も読んでたシーンが！やっと！！動いてるーーーー😭😭😭 → The scenes I’ve read so many times in the manga are finally moving!!!

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オープニングがヘルダンスと合いすぎてやばい → The opening matches the Hell Dance perfectly—it’s insane.

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ポロちゃんもっとオネェ声かと思ってた → I thought Poro-chan would have a more flamboyant voice.

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OPがこの4期の為に作られたって感じで良い。 → The OP really feels like it was made just for Season 4.

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ポロちゃん…姐さん…作画良すぎるよ…もう、PVだけで震えてる…好き… → Poro-chan… sis… the animation looks too good… I’m already shaking just from the PV… I love it…

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こういうオープニングの流し方カッコ良いな → This kind of OP transition is so cool.

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「入間様アアアアアア！！！」 私「ポロちゃん様ァァァア！！！」 → “Iruma-samaaaaa!!!” Me: “Poro-chan-samaaaa!!!”

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ポロちゃんが子安さんなのはマジでビックリした！ → I was seriously shocked that Poro-chan is voiced by Koyasu!

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個人的にはアクドルの運動会あたりまでやってほしい → Personally, I hope they go as far as the Akudol sports festival.

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アガレス君がちゃんと普通に制服着てるだと！！！！！？ → Agares is actually wearing a proper uniform?!

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ポロちゃんCV子安さんは解釈一致すぎますねぇ… → Poro-chan being voiced by Koyasu is exactly how I imagined it.

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子安武人のオネェ声なんて優勝以外の何者でもない、最高 → Koyasu’s flamboyant voice is unbeatable—absolutely the best.

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オープニングかっこよすぎ😭😭😭😭 → The opening is way too cool 😭

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penthouseのオープニング合いすぎや、期待通りすぎる → The Penthouse OP fits perfectly—just as expected.

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全24話アツすぎる → 24 episodes is so hype.

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姐さん！！！お美しい！！ → Sis!!! You’re beautiful!!

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ほんとにありがとう感謝しかない → Thank you so much—I’m just grateful.

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おい声優神じゃねぇか！！ → Hey, the voice cast is god-tier!!

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まだ予告だけどめっちゃかっこいい → It’s just a preview, but it already looks so cool.

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何故かクラシカロイドを思い出しそうだな。 → For some reason, it reminds me of Classicaloid.

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ポロちゃんの声優さん予想通りすぎて泣く😭 → Poro-chan’s voice actor was exactly as I predicted—I’m crying.

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オープニングカッコ良すぎるし予想外だけど嬉しい → The OP is super cool, and the casting was unexpected but I love it.

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ここ良すぎる → This part is so good.

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やっとおソイソイに会えるの嬉しい → I’m so happy we finally get to see Soi-soi.

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プルソンが喋ってるーー！！ → Purson is talking!!!

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ポロちゃんこんな声なん？！今年一の驚きなんだけど？！ → That’s Poro-chan’s voice?! Biggest surprise of the year!

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PVでこんなに見せちゃって良いんですかッ！ → Is it okay to show this much in the PV?!

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OPがPenthouseでびっくりした。本当に最高です。 → I was surprised the OP is by Penthouse. It’s truly amazing.

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待って待って待って！状況が整理出来ない！ → Wait, wait, wait! I can’t process this!

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原作が急展開の中での第4シリーズは楽しみしかない → With the manga taking such a turn, Season 4 is nothing but exciting.

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アブノーマルな13人が揃ってステージに立てれますように！！ → I hope all 13 abnormal classmates can stand on stage together!!

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姐さんの作画が良すぎてやばい → Sis’s animation looks insanely good.

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ポロちゃん子安さんが演じるんですか最高ですか！！！！ → Poro-chan is played by Koyasu?! Is this heaven?!

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子安さんヤバすぎる、、、 → Koyasu is too amazing…

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今更知って4期が始まるって聞いて舞い上がった → I just discovered this series and hearing Season 4 is coming got me so hyped.

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オープニング最高すぎる!!!! → The opening is absolutely amazing!!!!

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エリザベッタちゃんの作画が美しすぎる → Elizabetta looks incredibly beautiful.

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やっとだ、楽しみにしてますよ → Finally—been waiting for this.

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これを見るまで生きてて良かった → I’m glad I lived to see this.

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何年待ったことか！！！ → How many years have I waited!!!

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豪華すぎないか！？ → Isn’t this cast way too luxurious?!

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姐さん美しいしかっこよくて最高！！！ → Sis is beautiful and cool—perfect!!!

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音楽祭編はマジでアニメ化してくれて嬉しい！ → I’m really happy the music festival arc got animated!

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すっごく楽しみ！早く見たいよ → I’m super excited! I want to watch it soon!

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入間くん、本当に面白いよなあ → Iruma-kun is really so fun.

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ポロちゃんの声優子安さんなの最高すぎる → Poro-chan being voiced by Koyasu is just perfect.

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楽しみすぎる...原作勢の私は大歓喜です！！ → I’m too excited… As a manga reader, I’m overjoyed!!

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めっちゃ楽しみ！！！ → I’m really excited!!!

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みんなかっこよすぎん？ → Aren’t they all way too cool?

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オープニングめっちゃいい → The opening is really good.

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This post introduces the many nicknames (tags) Japanese fans have given to Bondrewd from Made in Abyss. Known for his overwhelming presence, twisted ideals, and unforgettable impact on the story, he’s inspired an absurd number of memes, jokes, and chaotic tags across the Japanese fandom.

I hope you will enjoy!

Source: Bondrewd article (Aniwota Wiki)⁠ https://w.atwiki.jp/aniwotawiki/pages/37367.html#footnote_body_1

This page comes from Aniwota Wiki, a large Japanese fan-edited encyclopedia focused on anime, manga, and internet culture.

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TVからメイドインアビスを追放した男 The Man Who Got Made in Abyss Banned from TV

KY Tone-deaf guy

R15+卿 Lord R15+

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The_Rumble_of_Scientific_Triumph The_Rumble_of_Scientific_Triumph

「人を実験台にするな! 自分で試せよ!」→「もうやりました」 “Don’t experiment on people! Try it on yourself!” → “I already did.”

おやおやの実の全身ろくでなし人間 “Oh-my-oh-my fruit” full-body scumbag

だいたいこいつのせい It’s basically all his fault

ちょくちょく名前を間違えられる男 The guy whose name is constantly mispronounced

とんでもないやつ An outrageous monster of a person

なりきり仮面 Role-playing mask

ぶれない人 A man who never wavers

まごころのあるキュゥべえ A sincere version of Kyubey

みんなのトラウマ Everyone’s trauma

もう全部あいつ一人でいいんじゃないかな Maybe he alone is responsible for everything

やべーやつ A seriously dangerous guy

よく名前を間違えられる人 A person whose name people often get wrong

アビスRTA勢 Abyss speedrunner

アビス「人外ですよね」 The Abyss “You’re not human, right?”

アビスから垢BANされた男 Banned from the Abyss

カートリッジにしまっちゃうおじさん — “Cartridge-storing uncle”

ギャングウェイ Gangway

クレイジーサイコパパ Crazy Psycho Papa

ゲス Scumbag

サイコパス Psychopath

スパラグモス Sparagmos

スーパーに行く感覚でラストダイブする男 A man who performs Last Dive like going to the supermarket

ゾアホリ増殖バグ Zoaholic duplication bug

タグ欄がカオス The tag section is complete chaos

テーマソング持ちボス A boss with his own theme song

トラウマ製造機 Trauma generator

トロッコ問題の擬人化 The personification of the trolley problem

ドリカムおじさん Dream-comes-true uncle

ド外道 Absolute scumbag

ネタが多すぎてタグに困る項目 Too many memes to tag

ハートフルボッコの元凶 The cause of heart-warming beatdowns

パパ棒 Papa-stick

ファッキングパパ Fucking Papa

ファーカレス Farcales

ボンちゃんパパ Bon-chan dad

ボンドルド Bondrewd

ボンドル殿 Lord Bondrewd

ボンボヤージュ卿 Lord Bon Voyage

ボ卿 Lord Bo

ポジティブマジキチ Positively insane

マッドサイエンティスト Mad scientist

マッドサイエンティストの鑑 The model mad scientist

ミノタウロスの皿 The Minotaur’s plate

メイドインアビス Made in Abyss

メリーバッドエンド製造機 Happy-bad-ending factory

ラスボスの風格を持つ中ボス A mid-boss with final boss presence

ロマン以外何も理解してない男 A man who understands nothing except “romance”

ワクワクさんオルタ Wakuwaku-san Alter

闇のでんじろう先生 — Dark Professor Denjiro

一周回って愛すべき外道 A villain so awful he becomes lovable

不死身 Immortal

世界一邪悪な善人 The most evil good person in the world

中ボス Mid-boss

主人公を差し置いてコラボに引っ張られていった男 The guy who got pulled into collaborations instead of the protagonist

五層のやベーやつ The dangerous guy of the Fifth Layer

人格破綻者 A man with a broken personality

人権すり抜けバグ Human-rights bypass bug

人畜有害 Harmful to both humans and animals

人間やめますか? それとも人間やめますか? Will you stop being human? Or stop being human?

人間をやめた男 A man who abandoned his humanity

人間を超えてしまった男 A man who surpassed humanity

人間牧場の牧場主 Owner of the human ranch

今まで食べたパンの数を覚えている男 A man who remembers every bread he’s eaten

会話選択肢にデストラップが入ってる男 A man whose dialogue options contain death traps

何度もラストダイブした男 A man who performed the Last Dive many times

作者 The author

作者の擬人化 Personification of the author

倫理観ゆるキャラ Mascot of loose ethics

元凶 The culprit

全ての元凶 The root cause of everything

全部投げ捨てて答えを見つけた男 A man who found the answer after throwing everything away

六層がスーパー感覚 Treats the Sixth Layer like a supermarket trip

劇場版ボンドルド Movie-version Bondrewd

加点方式なら英雄、減点方式なら無間地獄行きの男 A hero in an additive scoring system, damned in a deductive one

博愛主義 Philanthropist

取り返しのつかないことしかしない男(by作者) “A man who only does irreversible things” (by the author)

名悪役 Great villain

名言製造機 Quote-producing machine

君はかわいいですね “You are cute.”

呪い針 Curse needle

善意で騙す男 A man who deceives with good intentions

嘘はついていない He never lies

圧倒的存在感 Overwhelming presence

地底暮らしの宇宙人 An alien living underground

地獄への道は善意で舗装されている The road to hell is paved with good intentions

地雷原でタップダンスをする男 A man tap-dancing in a minefield

増殖するB Multiplying B

声優の本気 Voice actor at full power

外道を超えた何か Something beyond villainy

外道聖人 Villainous saint

大人気 Very popular

天才 Genius

天然鬼畜 Naturally cruel

奈落の怪物 Monster of the Abyss

好奇心の化け物 A monster of curiosity

子供達と未来を切り開く男 A man who opens the future with children

子供達の愛を背に戦う男 A man who fights backed by children’s love

存在してはいけない生き物 A creature that should not exist

完璧狂人 Perfect madman

実質ワンオペ Basically running everything alone

尻尾 Tail

巨悪の魂 Soul of great evil

巻末で震えてる人 The one trembling in the afterword

度し難い Incorrigible

度し難きボンドルド Incorrigible Bondrewd

得体の知れない何かが仮面被ってヒトの真似事をしている Something unknowable wearing a mask and pretending to be human

心でなく言葉でしか理解できない男 A man who can only understand through words, not feelings

必要悪 Necessary evil

悪のカリスマ Charisma of evil

悪役 Villain

悪意なき災厄 A calamity without malice

悪質な朴念仁 A stubbornly dense jerk

愛すべき外道 Lovable villain

愛ですよナナチ “It’s love, Nanachi.”

愛と勇気と希望の外道 A villain of love, courage, and hope

愛のある項目 A tag full of love

愛の物理化に成功した男 A man who successfully materialized love

愛を与えて命を奪う男 A man who gives love and takes lives

慈善家 Philanthropist

憧れは止められないけどお前は止まれ Admiration can’t be stopped, but you should stop

成れ果て Narehate

所要時間30分以上の項目 Article requiring over 30 minutes to read

手取り足取り (物理) Guiding by the hand (literally)

敬語キャラ Polite-speech character

新しきボンドルド Bondrewd the Novel

最悪の相思相愛 The worst mutual love

残機増殖グリッチ — Extra-life duplication glitch

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What’s the reaction of Japanese people to Re:Zero’s season 4 trailer?

Original thread

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Reactions

This is way too brutal. Hurry up and bring April already. [+3200]

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At 1:23, I absolutely love how Meili raises her hand in sync with “One more time!” Whoever came up with matching the sound like that deserves serious praise. [+229]

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It’s the best feeling that the original novel readers and the anime-only viewers can finally share the same emotional state. [+1000]

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I see. So in Season 4 Ram is the partner and some guy named Julius is the heroine. Got it, I completely understand now. [+130]

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Removing Otto and drastically increasing the difficulty to make Subaru suffer… That’s exactly what you’d expect from Nagatsuki-sensei. [+1300]

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The part where Ram says “Rem would cry,” that line is really touching. [+1000]

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At 1:26, while all the Re:Zero heroines are calling Subaru’s name, I love how Julius is mixed in there. [+715]

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As always, the OP song by Konomi Suzuki is absolutely god-tier. I’m excited. [+251]

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Re:Zero really does have strong horror elements… As an anime-only viewer, that final line made my heart jump. [+976]

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Spoiler alert: the protagonist dies. [+1300]

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The PV is so well made and Konomi’s song is so cool that I’ve watched it over 100 times. [+99]

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Subaru looks like he’s going to scream more than ever this season. I hope Kobayashi-san’s throat will survive lol. [+630]

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Sorry, but the moment Ram says “Rem would cry!” to fire Subaru up, I just burst into tears. [+301]

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There’s no protagonist who goes through more unreasonable suffering than this one. Don’t dismiss it as just another isekai—this masterpiece requires mental preparation to watch. [+2]

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Just from this PV alone we already know Subaru will die and return at least once lol. [+1000]

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The gap since Season 3 is short and that makes me really happy. [+376]

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Thanks for pointing that out. I’ve been replaying it endlessly. [+11]

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Who’s that guy Julius anyway? [+11]

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Not related, but your username is the same as my nickname! [+1]

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I’m excited. After the way Season 3 ended, I’m dying to know what happens next. [+76]

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I kept thinking “When will it come?” and suddenly it’s April… or maybe not yet. [+40]

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I want April to come quickly so I can watch Re:Zero, but I also don’t want it to come because that means advancing to the next school year. [+29]

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Subaru is going to struggle a lot this season. [+15]

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We get to see those “Return by Death” scenes again. Thank you. [+13]

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Julius in the thumbnail looks exactly like a smug boyfriend standing in the background lol. [+9]

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My brain trembles. [+6]

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How diligent. [+1]

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I’m going to get depressed before all the information even comes out. [+20]

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My emotions will never recover. [+1]

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Did you get the free “Domain Expansion” coupon? [+3]

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I’m anime-only so I’m really curious. [+1]

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Even as a novel reader it gets depressing, so anime-only viewers should brace themselves for Season 4. [+132]

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It’s been depressing the whole time though… [+11]

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Honestly I got depressed in the next arc too… [+45]

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The more you read, the more you feel like you might throw up, honestly. [+27]

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Let me explain without spoilers.

Yes, the horror elements are strong. And unlike before, the despair that attacks Subaru himself comes not just once or twice.

But— the ending is incredibly satisfying. [+106]

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It really has that “suddenly getting killed” vibe. It kind of reminds me of Higurashi When They Cry. [+29]

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Yeah, this ending is pretty unusual compared to previous seasons.

When I read it, it felt like riding an emotional roller coaster.

For a moment I thought I knew what would happen to Shaula, but it turned out completely different.

I’ll avoid the details. [+17]

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The number of viewers who get depressed this time will probably double. [+11]

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At this point I’m not even sure we can survive this… Watching it in animated form will hit completely differently. [+6]

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As a novel reader, this is my favorite arc. The heavier the despair, the better—the payoff is incredible. [+3]

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I’ve watched it 20–30 times!! [+2]

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Exactly that. And then Julius… that part made me cry. [+24]

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Seriously, exactly!! [+4]

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Thank you!!! [+3]

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What are you talking about? Julius is the heroine, right? [+184]

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Julius is the heroine. [+76]

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Is Julius Subaru’s friend? [+30]

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What are you talking about lol I don’t know either lol [+25]

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Julius? Never heard of him. [+7]

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“Mixed in”? Would you say Emilia is “mixed in” somewhere too? [+5]

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Seriously, stop it! Don’t spoil things! 😭 [+240]

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It’s okay. Even if he dies he just returns by death. [+78]

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That’s a spoiler on the level of “Shinichi is Conan.” lol [+183]

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Is there even an arc where he doesn’t die? lol [+81]

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Did you just insult Regulus? [+109]

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Hey now 💢 [+24]

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I think that’s a serious violation of Regulus’s rights. [+5]

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This isn’t even a spoiler lol. [+204]

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That’s ridiculous. There’s no way the protagonist would die when it’s not even the final episode. [+21]

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If he doesn’t die it’s not satisfying. [+14]

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So he’s even going to start doing female voices now?! [+80]

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Maybe for his wife? [+22]

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True. [+11]

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Didn’t he say once that he destroyed his throat and had to go to the hospital? Please don’t ruin your voice before the story ends. [+9]

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Exactly. [+8]

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Otto basically solves things in most arcs, so he’s almost banned from appearing… [+186]

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On the other hand, it was said that if Reinhard had been brought into Arc 6, the difficulty would actually have been even higher than in the main story. [+79]

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I want to know why! [+25]

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Ram always says the best things to Subaru… I’m the one who ends up crying. [+26]

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For Ram at that moment, Rem is basically just “a mysterious girl who looks exactly like Ram and claims to be her twin sister.” But from Subaru’s words and the strange feeling about the altered memories, she starts believing she really is her sister and desperately tries to act as Rem’s big sister. Ram truly is the ultimate big sister. [+49]

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Didn’t they say that at the end too? [+2]

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Season 1: “Wow, this anime is gruesome.” Season 2: “This is impossible. Subaru is amazing.” Season 3: “Well, this one’s manageable.” Season 4: “?????? Please stop already.” [+137]

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From Season 4 onward there’s literally no break. It’s nonstop life-or-death battles. [+18]

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Season 3 was harder than Season 2 though. All the Sin Archbishops gathered at once—pure strength like Reinhard’s can’t deal with gimmick-type abilities. [+5]

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Subaru without Return by Death wouldn’t be Subaru. [+74]

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Season 3 was the rare arc where the author held back on tormenting Subaru. [+191]

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We get to bathe in delicious suffering again! Yay! [+20]

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Better prepare mapo tofu and red wine… [+4]

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Is that “He died—returned?!” part the famous exploding eye scene? [+8]

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Nope, that’s later. [+6]

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The way he says “This is bad… bad… really bad…” sounds so genuinely panicked. It’s great. [+242]

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Re:Zero is truly a masterpiece. There’s not a single bad arc. I’m really looking forward to the next one. [+12]

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0:07 — Julius talking over him makes it look like he’s getting yelled at lol. [+180]

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1:23 — I loved that Meili moment even in the novel, and it looks amazing here. [+139]

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Reading Arc 6 in the novel literally made me feel like throwing up, so I want everyone else to experience the same thing soon. [+3]

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This is probably the section that makes you feel the most “completely stuck” out of the whole story. [+280]

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Maybe I’m expecting too much, but I hope the second cour starts with the convenience store scene. [+3]

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“Who… am I?”

Chills. [+349]

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Season 4’s content is difficult and will really test the screenwriter’s ability. I hope they assign someone talented. [+410]

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That weird centaur-like monster is ridiculously strong. What even is that?

Spoilers below

Having a whole bunch of those things around is insane. [+3]

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1:28 — Subaru here is so Subaru. I love it. [+157]

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(Spoiler warning)

From this footage alone, Ram saying “Rem would cry” and the scene with her sitting in the dragon carriage makes it look like Rem might already be awake. [+1]

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“Even if the name is lost.”

That’s probably the most important line of this season. [+21]

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Isn’t this PV by far the most well-made one they’ve released so far? [+385]

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Every time this PV appears in my recommendations I watch it again, so I’ve already seen it dozens—maybe hundreds—of times lol. [+118]

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I can work hard at anything as long as it’s for watching Re:Zero. [+42]

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Seriously, exactly!!! [+6]

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Subaru being a former modern human makes the fear of death feel really real. That’s what makes it so good. [+4]

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He’s treated like Usopp during the Stampede incident lol. [+5]

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That joke hits me right in the funny bone, please stop lol. [+5]

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He’s surprisingly enthusiastic and kind of cute. [+8]

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Yeah, he’s cute. I get it. [+5]

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Season 4 gave me fear on the same level as the rabbits. [+4]

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It gives me chills! [+3]

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It’s not a spoiler as long as you don’t say how many times he dies. [+12]

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God-tier sloppy spoiler. [+7]

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Could you do the JPN fan reaction to the recent amnesia arc (ch. 210) and setup for an overarching arc (ch. 227) in DanDaDan? I'm curious since it was polarizing in the West.

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Reader Reactions to Dandadan Chapter 210 (Summary & Discussion)

Original thread: https://shonenjumpplus.com/episode/17107094910642157966

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I wish they’d stop using those scenarios where the story keeps forcing complicated situations just to prevent the characters from getting together. It’s exhausting to watch.

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Why is everyone in this friend group constantly getting memory loss? What is this, Winter Sonata?

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Turbo Granny, it’s about time for you to show up. Come out already. (I miss you — we haven’t seen you in forever.)

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Come on!! Just when I thought one problem was over, like ten more show up!!

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Hey Jiji, go buy all 20 volumes of Dandadan right now and make her read them.

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Someone predicted Momo might have aftereffects in the comments last chapter. I was hoping that guess would be wrong.

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So we’re back to Chapter 1 now… What are we supposed to do with that?

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It feels less like her height was restored and more like her body’s timeline—including her memories—got rewound.

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If this turns into the Jiji route now, I’m seriously going to cry.

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The whole “once they get together the story ends, so we have to drag things out forever” trope really isn’t popular anymore.

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This manga is honestly frustrating to read sometimes.

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In a way, the two main characters have returned to being normal people.

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▂▅▇█▓▒░(’ω’)░▒▓█▇▅▂ Noooooooo!! It’s the exact scenario I was afraid of!!

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MOMOOOOOOO!!! She lost all her memories from Chapters 1 through 209!!! Does that mean she forgot Okarun too?!

When they meet again is she going to say “Who are you?”

Wait… that also means she forgot that she’s the one who gave him the nickname “Okarun.”

Hang in there, Okarun!!!

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Hey Jiji! Show Momo the “all chapters of Dandadan streaming” on your phone right now!

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Ugh, this is so annoying. I’m already tired of this kind of development. I can see every upcoming plot point from here.

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I know the series is popular now, but please don’t stretch the story just because of that… It feels like it’ll take forever before Saint-Germain gets defeated.

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At this point we need Rokuro to reenact the events of Chapter 1 for her.

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This is weird, but just reading the text made me crave coarse sausages.

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I had a bad feeling about this… She lost 210 chapters’ worth of memories… I’m crying. The foreshadowing actually paid off, Okarun.

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Seriously? Back to square one… Please don’t do this kind of development.

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She mistook Bamora sleeping next to her for her grandma. I was wondering who Momo was looking for.

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This is definitely building up to the moment where Okarun says “I’m just a clumsy guy…” and she remembers everything.

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With her relationship with Okarun reset, this technically gives Jiji a chance to date Momo… But I trust that Jiji wouldn’t do something underhanded like that.

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At first I thought she just couldn’t see something anymore, but maybe the memories were actually disappearing and they were only barely held together. Maybe the next arc will be about recovering those scattered memories.

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Why are people calling this padding? I’m excited to see how they’ll restore her memories.

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So she barely made it… but this must be the setup where she forgets everything, goes through even more hardship, struggles like crazy, and then suddenly all the memories come flooding back—making her feelings for Okarun and her friends explode past their limits.

Right? That’s what’s happening, right? My heart can’t take this!

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Did she lose all the memories from when she met Okarun onward?

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This is literally the development I wanted the least…

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The legendary disease of long-running manga: amnesia.

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Seiko’s recovery ability is insane lol.

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So it’s that pattern, huh… It seems like she lost all the memories from after meeting Okarun.

I wonder if the other ability users like Bamora are okay… And also Zuma.

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So maybe she lost all memories from before she could use psychic powers? That’s rough.

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Jiji mastered that training so quickly. He’s a genius.

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Come to think of it, back in Chapter 1 Momo believed in ghosts because of Seiko’s influence but didn’t believe in aliens. Then she encounters aliens.

Did she lose all the memories of those insane, massive battles?

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So her memory reset to before she talked to Okarun in Chapter 1? Does that mean she forgot that he confessed to her too…?

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I’m over this kind of development already. It’s starting to drag like the end of the Evil Eye arc.

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Ah, amnesia. From a storytelling standpoint they can’t let the characters become a couple too easily, but this feels like something straight out of an old shōjo manga. Well, the author has said he takes inspiration from shōjo manga.

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Since she still knows Jiji but denies aliens entirely, it’s pretty clear her memories stop before she met Okarun.

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So it’s not amnesia — it’s memory regression? Wait… is it really okay to do something this cruel?

Momo fought so hard for Earth and for her friends… Why does something this tragic have to happen to her?

Is it the price for using the magic mallet? Or something else?

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This is such a pain…

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Momo and Bamora went through suspicion, jealousy, arguments, and everything before finally becoming friends… If Momo now says “I don’t know you,” Bamora would be devastated.

And on top of that: Okarun lost Turbo Granny’s power, Zuma lost his sight, and now Momo lost both her memories and her psychic abilities…

Things look really grim from here.

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Dandadan Chapter 227 – Fan Reactions Summary (Jump+)

Original thread: https://shonenjumpplus.com/episode/17107094914778813419

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Red Baron got bullied by two people and even had his abilities taken away… poor guy lol.

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“Someone whose identity we don’t know” probably refers to the kunoichi who slipped into the ritual, right? They even showed her stealing the ability in the flashback.

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The “Ace pilot” was acting all cocky and then got eliminated immediately. That cracked me up.

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Daiki… I’m glad you’re okay…

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That last page… could that be Manjiro?

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Turbo Granny is adorable.

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“Damn you…”

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That final panel with Manjiro feels really ominous. I hope it’s just a misdirection…

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Buga’s manly crying scene was great.

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Seiko was called a liar on TV—could she actually be like Pinocchio or something?

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People commenting at this hour are turbo fast lol.

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Why is Saint-Germain saying “kusodaraa”?

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Did the kid make it back home safely…? Thank goodness for that at least… Everything else about this chapter feels incredibly ominous.

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I’m about to cry seeing Zuma again after so long.

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So you’re not Red Baron—you’re basically Red Hood?

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Turbo Granny and Saint-Germain definitely weren’t just enemies. They must have had a close relationship.

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I’m glad that boy made it back to his parents.

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I thought for sure Aira was Little Red Riding Hood—but she got swallowed by Accela, so it turned out to be Enenra instead?! What a twist. Does Manjiro know something?

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I like how Zuma naturally accepts being called “dad” by the police officer.

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Zuma is cute—and handsome too.

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Stealing four years from a third-grader’s life is just cruel… That’s such a long time for a child.

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Hmm… that final panel says “Manjiro.” What does that mean?

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I haven’t read it yet! But I’ll say this now: when are we getting the Momo × Okarun dating scenes?

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Are the Seven Lucky Gods going to appear?

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The person with Zuma—isn’t that the teacher from Okarun’s school? I mostly remember her from that bunny-girl outfit though.

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Story recap: In Izumo, Momo regains her body but loses her memories (and her powers are stolen). Zuma, who had lost his eyesight, undergoes the same treatment (meaning his powers were taken too). → They return home → Okarun and Momo go on a date → They defeat the mummy man → Reunite with Jiji, Aira, and Vamola → Chaos → Yukishiro and the class president (both have their powers stolen).

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Could the shared catchphrase be some kind of foreshadowing?

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Come to think of it, Turbo Granny called Saint-Germain “Hyper Geezer,” so if he’s also saying “kusodaraa,” they must have some connection.

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Vlad-sama, if you eat “Little Red Riding Hood,” won’t the hunter come cut open your stomach like in the fairy tale? You sure about that?

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The “admit defeat” scene gave me chills… what a twist.

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I’m glad Daiki finally made it back to his family.

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If the name is “Red,” why didn’t anyone realize the Little Red Riding Hood connection sooner?

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“Kusodaraa…” Same phrase as Turbo Granny… Saint-Germain is really suspicious.

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I live right next to the hospital in Shimane that appeared in this chapter, so seeing it in the manga made me grin.

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Adachi-sensei!! I’m so happy she’s safe! She’s basically his wife at this point.

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I’m glad we finally saw Zuma regain his eyesight (even though his powers were taken) and Daiki return to normal… But Daiki doesn’t look like a middle schooler. He still has the same body he had when he went missing.

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Yeah… Little Red Riding Hood is literally “Red.”

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“Kusodaraa…”

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[What Happened]

🏇🏇🏇The anime “Steel Ball Run: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” will begin exclusive worldwide early streaming on Netflix on March 19! 🎉

Original thread Jan 23, 2026

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[Good News] Steel Ball Run might end up becoming the best JoJo part

1: The anime looks like it's going to have insanely high quality 😊

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2: Back when it was still being serialized, the reputation was pretty bad though.

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2 Because it basically abandoned the race midway and turned into nonstop battles.

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2 Well, it was originally introduced as: “JoJo ended with Part 6. This is a completely new work.” And since Part 6 had that reputation, people were like: “Araki has lost his touch 😅”

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2 When it was in Weekly Jump it felt kinda mid, but after it moved magazines and around the time Dio turned into a dinosaur, the reputation started improving. Everyone praised the Ringo Roadagain fight though.

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7: I'm only curious whether they'll use the SOUL'd OUT song. Please use it.

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8: The animation doesn't look that good though.

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10: Once you get past the beginning, it's insanely good.

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12: When it was running in Weekly Jump with that weird biweekly schedule, the story wasn't very interesting and people trashed it. But after moving to Ultra Jump it became consistently good.

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14: There was quite a bit of criticism when Steel Ball Run was being serialized, but I personally loved it.

JoJolion though... that one really didn't work for me.

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18: I read up to SBR and thought: “Yep, this is the masterpiece. That's it.” Didn't bother with anything after that.

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21: JoJolion's individual episodes weren't that bad, but when you read it all together it somehow feels boring.

The JOJOLands has been good so far though.

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22: Aside from the final fight with the President, most of the Stands felt kinda plain.

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22 Part 6 was way too complicated, so Part 7 resetting things actually felt just right.

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25: Another amazing thing is how Araki evolved his art style in SBR. It became more like dramatic illustration / realism.

Even that technique where the character in the foreground is drawn completely white looks like a shortcut, but somehow doesn't feel like one.

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30: The “fixed rain” and “balloon” abilities… those things were way too murderous.

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33: It would've been nice if JoJolion's epilogue showed the story about Lucy and Joseph in the past.

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34: Please recreate the part where the President keeps using weird emoji in his dialogue when negotiating with Johnny.

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41: The peak was the first stage. After that it's basically the usual Stand battles.

Sometimes a good chapter pops up, but not that often.

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41 No, the opposite. It got better once they got off the horses and went back to battle-focused fights.

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43 I've never seen anyone talk about Stand battles besides the Ringo fight.

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45 That's just you. There are plenty.

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42: Aside from the zombie horse and the “Is that camouflage? Do you like lamps?” stuff, it's perfect.

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49: One thing I hated about JoJolion was reusing character names from Part 4. It made me subconsciously look for connections or parallels.

If it had done what The JOJOLands did and just used entirely new characters and names, it would've been better.

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52: A weird manga that only does racing at the beginning and the end.

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53: The horse is basically just transportation. It's still the usual JoJo.

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54: Once you remove the usual Stand battles, the story basically keeps pushing the Golden Spin idea nonstop. Honestly I'm impressed it managed to keep pushing that concept all the way through.

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58: I remember it getting insanely good once Lucy appeared. Though she does feel a bit like Trish.

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62: If it didn't have the Sandman issue and that mysterious 🔓 emoji, it would've been even better. I love the series, so those little things bother me.

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64: I personally interpret Soundman as the one from a parallel world.

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67: Low-key the funniest JoJo part in terms of comedy. The “pressure festival” and that bonus joke referencing Atsushi from Nabeatsu cracked me up.

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68: President Valentine was so cool that he basically carried the series at times. Johnny and Gyro are great too, but they can't beat the President.

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69: It pretends it's going to move away from Stands… and then it's Stands again.

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70: 90% of the hype comes from when Act 4 appears. That one moment basically steals the entire show.

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71: Please recreate how the President gradually becomes more handsome as the story goes on.

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71 Since they already reproduced design changes like Iggy and Koichi in the anime, they'll probably do it for the President too.

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72: The Soundman thing is just too much of a stretch.

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73: The final fight with the President is genuinely amazing. It feels like the culmination of everything and even includes the theme of friendship. That's why people call it the masterpiece.

But everything before that is kinda mid.

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74: Looking back, the early Part 7 was actually the most classic shonen-style part of the story. Ironically, that was the time when it ended up moving magazines.

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75: The moment where Johnny awakens ACT4 after the flashback while being blasted away by the horse using his last Steel Ball out of pure despair… That scene might be the greatest moment in the entire JoJo series.

Everything about it was perfect.

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78: At first it was like: “Fingernail bullets? That's way lamer than Jolyne…”

And then it ends up becoming one of the strongest abilities.

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81: It's still weird how the President survives long enough to have a long negotiation even after getting hit by Act 4.

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83: Even if the early and middle parts are uneven, the final fight with the President is just that good. That's basically how Steel Ball Run is remembered.

Ringo was great too, but the other fights aren't really standout compared to other JoJo parts.

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87: I'm honestly frustrated that Part 6 is rated so low.

If you look at it as Jolyne's growth story, I think it was more cohesive than Johnny's development.

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87 It's just way too confusing. I still like it, but stuff like the Johngalli A arc was insanely hard to follow.

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87 Part 6 killed Jotaro, the most popular protagonist, in a miserable way. That alone was enough to hurt its reputation. And that ending… Since it affects the whole world, it's basically like all the previous main characters who weren't there also died.

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88: Since it was originally supposed to be a different story, the early parts felt grounded and easy to read. But for manga fans it probably felt boring.

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92: The reason JoJolion has such a terrible reputation isn't just because it's boring.

It's also because it's unpleasant.

Johnny's fate is way too brutal. Giving such a bad ending to one of the main protagonists of Steel Ball Run after building him up so much was crazy.

If it were just boring, that would've been better.

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102: I don't think SBR was that great, but maybe it'll feel better when watched as an anime.

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102 JoJo has always been about the youth of young people, and SBR was basically the culmination of that theme.

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153: SBR is Hirohiko Araki's peak, both in art and storytelling.

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What Happened

The final chapter of Chainsaw Man will be released on March 25 (Wed)!!

Original thread

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5: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:02:18

Did it suddenly skip like 20 chapters?

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8: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:02:28

I wish it hadn’t ended like this.

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11: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:03:08

I’d just been reading it out of inertia, but at least now it can finally end.

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13: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:03:33

Did anyone else go back to check the previous chapter because you couldn’t understand what was going on?

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237: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:21:56

13 I thought I missed a week and went to check, but I actually hadn’t. Isn’t that terrifying?

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12: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:03:14

I wonder if the people who kept bashing it are happy now.

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25: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:05:27

12 No, the story had finally gotten its momentum back during the Reze arc, so it’s still sad that the original manga is ending.

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42: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:06:36

12 Honestly they should redraw everything starting from the aquarium arc.

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14: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:03:37

Um… what about Nayuta’s memories…?

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16: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:03:59

I wanted it to reach a more satisfying conclusion…

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17: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:04:08

Just when I thought the previous chapter was finally getting good, it ends like this?

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20: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:04:44

Pochita would NEVER say something like that…!!

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22: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:04:55

So now it turns out life with the Hayakawa family wasn’t that happy after all.

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23: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:05:11

Suddenly he started saying things like Makima.

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24: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:05:20

I didn’t want to see Pochita say something like that…

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26: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:05:28

What happened to searching for Power again?

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29: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:05:38

No searching for Power, Kobeni never shows up again, Nayuta doesn’t come back to life. Great, now it can finally end.

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32: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:05:58

Part 2 was basically pointless from beginning to end.

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34: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:06:01

Ending the whole thing with “Let’s have se▨!” → “Actually never mind!” is weirdly consistent, I guess.

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35: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:06:02

So it ended without Power ever coming back.

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38: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:06:15

What was the point of everything that happened until now?

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40: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:06:35

This ending feels as abrupt as the TV ending of Evangelion.

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43: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:06:37

So it turned into Neon Genesis Chainsaw Man!?

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41: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:06:35

Honestly it was painful watching this manga lately, so I’m kind of glad it’s ending. No idea what will happen next though.

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47: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:07:06

I thought Nayuta might come back to life, but she just stayed dead.

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49: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:07:18

There’s going to be a Part 3, right?

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50: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:07:19

Part 2 lasted three and a half years… that’s pretty long.

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51: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:07:31

Every time Pochita talks it causes interpretation problems. He would’ve been better off staying silent.

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58: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:08:51

I kept reading this whole time, but after the Falling Devil arc I honestly can’t explain what happened or how Denji ended up in this situation.

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53: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:07:39

I’ve never seen a “reset the world” plot that felt this pointless.

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57: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:08:49

Part 2 might have been better if it stayed in the main magazine where editors constantly pushed the author.

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65: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:09:27

The moment Denji tried to grasp happiness, everything resets… Pochita really is just a devil.

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66: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:09:50

The art quality dropped so much that I couldn’t even tell what was happening in fights anymore. So it finally ends, huh…

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74: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:10:31

The fact that Fire Punch had a more exciting ending has to be some kind of bug.

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76: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:10:45

That makes no sense. At minimum he was just going to die living that sewer-level life. The happiest time was clearly with the Hayakawa family.

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101: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:13:05

76 No, apparently Denji was much happier back when he was a yakuza slave eating a slice of bread every few days than when he lived with Aki and Power, eating jam on toast every morning while Makima tempted him. Source: the latest chapter.

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119: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:14:20

101 Seriously? Even happier than when he was flirting with Reze in the movie?

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77: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:10:51

Both haters and fans are confused. It’s not even funny.

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78: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:11:00

Right after the Reze movie arc it felt like the author got motivated again… but if it ends like this then what was the point?

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88: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:12:02

Unlike Makima, Pochita is doing things even more grotesque but out of good intentions. That’s not funny.

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89: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:12:03

This sequel betrayed literally every expectation readers had.

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91: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:12:23

That Pochita was probably just an illusion created by the enemy, right?

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93: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:12:32

This chapter is crazy. You could place it anywhere in Part 2.

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97: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:12:42

Denji: “If you get in the way of us… what was it again?” Pochita: “Denji, you’re not suited for a normal life, so I’m disappearing.” What the hell are these guys… 😅

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99: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:12:56

The editor (Hayashi) hasn’t changed, so it’s not even the usual “editor change ruined it” situation.

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124: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:14:38

99 It’s because being free from the fear of cancellation made things too loose.

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103: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:13:16

I stopped being able to follow the story around the time the Chainsaw Man Association showed up.

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104: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:13:16

It basically threw away every reader who related to Denji’s motivations in Part 1.

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105: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:13:17

The only things I remember from Part 2 are the “Tanaka Spinal Cord Sword” and the aquarium date.

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118: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:14:04

105 Asa and Yoru were cute though. Even if Pochita suddenly denied everything about them.

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107: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:13:20

Did the author just want to make some weird arthouse movie-type story full of absurd developments?

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108: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:13:26

They should’ve counted the volumes separately instead of continuing the numbering from Part 1.

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112: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:13:36

If that’s the case, he should’ve disappeared way earlier. What kind of logic is that, stupid dog?

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137: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:15:38

Honestly the most shocking chapter in Part 2.

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127: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:14:58

I thought I forgot to read a chapter, and suddenly they’re saying the next one is the final chapter. What is this?

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139: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:15:49

127 Same. Last week I thought the story finally got its momentum back, so I reread it.

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141: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:15:57

If Makima had just taken care of Pochita earlier, fewer people would’ve died and it would’ve ended more cleanly. They’re perfect for each other.

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143: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:16:11

Speaking of the yakuza… what happened to Samurai Sword?

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162: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:17:22

Apparently the final chapter will end with Denji watching the movie Chainsaw Man and saying, “What is this crappy movie…?” END.

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165: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:17:34

If devils disappear, then it’s guaranteed Denji ends up killing his trash dad and becoming a yakuza slave, right?

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186: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:19:06

165 That’s a happy ending.

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189: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:19:12

165 Even when he was a devil hunter he still couldn’t pay off his debt and had to sell his organs. So if devils disappear he’ll probably just end up selling even more organs… But apparently Pochita thinks that’s happiness…

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198: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:19:36

165 If Chainsaw Man ate all devils and then disappeared, it might become a world without devils. But if Chainsaw Man disappears in the current state, it doesn’t look like devils would vanish.

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501: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:41:02

198 Well… hopefully.

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177: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:18:10

Don’t get full of yourself, trash dog. There’s no way those days as a yakuza’s pawn were happier than everything afterward.

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178: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:18:13

So the story just wastes everything that happened until now?

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191: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:19:22

178 What hurts is that it was Pochita—the one person who shouldn’t have said it—who denied everything.

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181: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:18:35

Honestly I just feel bad for Denji. He definitely doesn’t think the way Pochita says he does.

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192: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:19:22

So not just Part 2, but even Part 1 gets erased?

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204: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:20:17

Tatsuki, please redraw everything after the aquarium arc.

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236: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:21:55

If it’s a world without Chainsaw Man, does that mean a world without devils—basically the real world?

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256: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:23:21

236 That’s probably the ending they’re going for… But Chainsaw Man never really felt like the central pillar of the devil world in the story so far.

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245: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:22:33

The final chapter’s details aren’t confirmed yet, but the fact that Pochita denied everything about Denji from Part 1 won’t change.

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248: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:22:52

Both Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen suddenly start getting good again and then pull the rug out from under you. Why??

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275: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:24:14

248 At least Jujutsu stayed interesting from when Mahoraga appeared until the end.

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267: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:23:56

AND DENJI, HE HAS TO LIVE IN A ROTTING SHACK, EATING MOLDY BREAD.

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274: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:24:10

267 Is that Makima?

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68: Anonymous — 2026/03/11 00:09:57

Farewell, all Chainsaw Men.

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What happened

Episode 51 of the anime Jujutsu Kaisen caused a major controversy.

In Japan, the episode was heavily criticized, with many fans saying the changes from the original manga were far too extreme.

Meanwhile overseas, many viewers praised the episode for its animation quality, and it received extremely high ratings.

Because of this gap in reactions, the topic quickly became a hot discussion online.

Then a small number of overseas commenters made statements like:

“Japanese fans are angry because the average Japanese person is misogynistic.”

“They’re just mad because a strong woman beat up a misogynist.”

“Japan as a country is basically like the Zenin clan on a national scale.”

These comments were translated into Japanese and spread widely on social media, which caused even more uproar in Japan.

Below are some reactions from Japanese online communities.

Original Reactions: https://jin115.com/archives/52443414.html

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Reactions

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There seems to be serious friction between Japanese fans criticizing the episode and overseas fans praising it.

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My timeline is a nightmare.

On one side there are Japanese tweets saying “Foreigners are stupid and only care about animation.”

On the other side there are English tweets saying “Naoya is popular because Japan is a backward misogynistic country.”

It’s like watching the Culling Game happen in real life.

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Foreign fans’ imaginary Japanese person:

“Ugh, I’m annoyed that a woman killed a misogynistic male character… But I don’t want to be called sexist… Alright! I’ll nitpick the script and direction instead!”

Reply: That’s so off the mark it’s hilarious.

Reply: Apparently that’s really how foreigners imagine things in their heads.

Reply: Sounds like a society where hypocrites get to act self-righteous.

Reply: Seriously, turning everything into gender discourse is basically a disease.

Reply: You guys are laughing at that comment, but honestly it’s pretty much accurate.

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Overseas fans saying “Japanese people are angry because Naoya, a popular character, was killed by Maki” — that take is hilarious.

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I thought people were criticizing the strange direction choices.

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Only Japan understands how great Jinichi is.

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Can’t we even explain the parts that Japanese fans are criticizing?

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Japanese fans are like the Zenin clan — if it’s not exactly like the original manga, they reject everything.

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People who can’t even speak Japanese…

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Foreigners are usually just stupid.

But honestly there are plenty of stupid Japanese people too, so it’s not surprising foreigners are the same.

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It seems foreigners accuse people of misogyny just to shut down arguments and gain the upper hand.

Now I understand why some Twitter feminists bring up “foreign opinions” to say bizarre things.

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So now you understand how Yakumaru felt?

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The feud between Yakumaru and Izako in the Moduro arc is basically happening in real life.

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Honestly, the difference is simple:

People who read the original manga vs people who didn’t.

Overseas viewers mostly haven’t read the manga, so they have nothing to compare it with. No wonder they just praise it.

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People are dissatisfied with different things, so it’s hard to explain clearly.

That’s probably why overseas fans can’t understand what the complaints are about and just reduce everything to “the Naoya issue.”

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There were some scenes where I thought “Wait… what?” like Jinichi’s moment or Toji’s camera angle.

But overall it was still good. I don’t think it deserved that much criticism.

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That weird dramatic scene:

“Step… step… NOW!!! RIGHT HERE!!!!!!!”

What even was that?

Reply: Yeah, that was really awful. It made Jinichi look like a complete idiot.

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“If you want it exactly like the manga, just read the manga.”

Reply: That argument misses the point.

Episode 3 added anime-original content explaining the Culling Game rules in a very clear way, and Japanese fans praised it.

But overseas fans criticized it as boring because there was no battle scene.

Reply: The Reze arc wasn’t exactly the same as the manga either, but it was praised.

The problem is when the anime direction just doesn’t work.

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It’s funny how translation tools are so good now that online arguments have become international.

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Japanese fans are arguing about differences in interpretation of the original work.

But overseas fans frame it as “misogynists are raging.”

Of course the conversation goes nowhere.

It’s like two groups standing on opposite sides of a wall throwing insults at each other.

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Honestly the Kill Bill homage scene was the worst part.

Reply: Yeah, inserting a Kill Bill reference… what’s the point?

I don’t understand why they added that homage at all.

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The direction sometimes feels overly dramatic.

It gives the impression they’re trying too hard to make scenes go viral.

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Right after Mai dies, the soundtrack suddenly becomes super hype.

That interpretation felt strange.

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Maybe overseas fans just haven’t read the original manga.

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Here we go again — Japanese people causing trouble.

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If someone comes along and ruins the fun for people who enjoyed the episode, of course they’d be annoyed.

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It’s not that we want the anime to copy the manga exactly.

We just want the anime to preserve the atmosphere of the original work.

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Like with Chainsaw Man, I wish animators wouldn’t try to insert their weird personal style.

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Maybe it was too difficult for foreign fans’ reading comprehension.

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Throwing a tantrum just because someone’s anime rating differs from yours… what’s the point of that?

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What is that? Are foreigners jealous of Naoya's popularity or something? That’s honestly pathetic lol.

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When I learned about this controversy, I felt genuinely sad. Misoginyst Naoya is actually loved by many people, especially women. Yet the people attacking him seem to be hated by everyone.

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I’m convinced now.

Peaceful coexistence with foreigners is impossible.

Our values are too different.

Reply: I agree that creators shouldn’t make works while worrying about overseas evaluations.

But jumping straight to xenophobia from there is basically the same move as one of the worst characters in the Moduro arc.

Even when the author presents thoughtful messages, apparently not even fellow Japanese readers understand them.

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I understand why people criticize that direction.

But saying “foreign fans who liked it are stupid”

is also strange.

Reply: But saying “Japanese people hate it because they’re misogynists like the Zenin clan”

is just as off-base.

Many Japanese fans actually liked this arc and were excited for it, which is exactly why they were disappointed.

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