Category: Anime
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What Are Chakras? The Ancient Energy System Behind the Buzzword
You’ve probably heard the word “chakra” — maybe from yoga class, a wellness app, or even the anime Naruto. But the concept goes much deeper than fictional ninja energy. Let’s explore what chakras actually are and why so many people around the world incorporate them into their daily wellness routines. The Origin of Chakras The…
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How I Got Hooked on Sakanaction
Sakanaction is a band that debuted back in 2007, but the first time I saw them was on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen (that famous New Year’s music show in Japan). I remember thinking, “Whoa, what a cool and stylish band!” Their music is this awesome mix of techno and pop—catchy, but if you actually listen…
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Divine song List – Creepy Nuts – Two way nice guy
Scissors are useful but dangerous depending on how they are used. People could be nice and could be evil. They’re very similar. They sing about that stuff in rhymes and in a cool way. They became famous with bling bang bang born, and I got hooked on them so much. In “Two way nice guy” it goes, Everything you…
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Cool Japanese Music Vol 4. Utada Hikaru
It was 1998 when I left Japan. In that year, Hikaru Utada made her debut. So did Ringo Sheena. When I came back to Japan, I can remember my brother asking me, “Do you know Utada Hikaru?” he talked excitedly about her. Hikaru seems to be good friends with her peer Ringo Sheena, and they…
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Kabocha Pumpkin for Halloween
My favorite anime on Netflix, The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. In episode 23, Kaido invited his friends to the Halloween party but they are not wearing any costumes. The scene when Hairo and Allen brought Japanese Kabocha pumpkins as a gift cracked me up. (The whole episode is just funny though) Japanese pumpkin is…