Step into the gentle, mystical world of Natsume Yuujinchou! Our blog is your ultimate guide to the acclaimed anime, an adaptation of the beloved, long-runningshoujo manga by Yuki Midorikawa.
Midorikawa also created the beautiful story of Hotarubi no Mori e, so you know you’re in for a treat. Dive deep into our in-depth reviews and exploration of the show’s rich supernatural themes and fascinating yokai.
Hotarubi no Mori e Review: Is Gin Actually Natsume Takashi?
Revisit the film Hotarubi no Mori e and explore the deep connections between Gin and Natsume Takashi (from the same author). Is Gin Natsume’s past life?
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Anime Witches in Japanese Culture
In anime witches are often depicted as Magical Girls who wear cute outfits and own cats. Could the origins of their power be something more sinister?
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Madara, the Okuri-Inu Youkai
A new installment in the Sunday series – this week focusing on Madara from Natsume’s Book of Friends.
Keep readingNyanko-sensei, the Maneki-Neko Youkai
Kicking off the #YokaiSpiritSunday series on the official first day of fall, today we will take a look at Nyanko Sensei from Natsume’s Book of Friends!
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Hishigaki, the Hitotsume-Nyūdō Youkai
A new installment in the Sunday series – this week focusing on Hishigaki from Natsume’s Book of Friends.
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Natsume Yuujinchou Utsusemi ni Musubu Movie News
We are getting more Natsume Yuujinchou this year! For those of you who have never heard of it or don’t know, Natsume Yuujinchou [夏目友人帳 ], or Natsume’s Book of Friends is the absolute best Slice of Life hybrid anime. No ifs, ands or buts. It is immaculate. I am overtly biased but I seriously have…
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