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The live-action Five Centimeters Per Second dazzles visually but loses the quiet poetry and emotional depth that made Makoto Shinkai’s original timeless.

@aliciahaddick.com reviews the new film.

Expectations fall at “Five Centimeters Per Second” | scrmbl

It’s often easy to forget, but when Makoto Shinkai’s 2008 anime fil...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 3h

Kizuna AI’s Homecoming reflects on her legacy as the pioneering VTuber, blending melancholy and hope in a mature, genre-spanning pop return.

@mbmelodies.bsky.social provides his review.

Kizuna AI’s “Homecoming” marks an emotional, mature return for the original Virtual YouTuber | scrmbl

KizunaAI’s Homecoming is an often melancholy one. Nearly a decade a...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 8h

Square Enix’s KILLER INN blends murder mystery, action, and social deduction in a stylish new live service game tailored for Japan’s streaming scene.

KILLER INN taps into Japanese streamer culture for a potential hit | scrmbl

It’s fair to say that Square Enix haven’t had the most success in t...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 1d

Episode 3 part 2 of This is New PANTY & STOCKING continues the in depth discussion between ☆Taku Takahashi and Yackle about their work on the soundtrack for the series!

Don't miss this conclusion to the deep-dive behind the scenes podcast series!

This is New PANTY & STOCKING Podcast (Episode 3, Part 2) English translation | scrmbl

Starting on 27 August, 2025 a series of special podcasts episodes f...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 2d

Keishi Otomo’s Hero’s Island is a 3-hour epic set in post-war Okinawa, capturing the anger, loss, and resilience of those living under U.S. occupation.

@aliciahaddick.com gives a deep dive in this month's Japanese film spotlight.

Hero’s Island channels Okinawan anger on an epic scale | scrmbl

In the latter stages of World War II in April 1945, the United Stat...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 3d

Episode 3 of the This is New PANTY & STOCKING podcast focuses on the series’ music with a talk between producer ☆Taku Takahashi and one of his many collaborators, Yackle!
Check out part 1 of our approved English translation for insight behind the sounds!

This is New PANTY & STOCKING Podcast (Episode 3, Part 1) English translation | scrmbl

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 4d

We're back with our weekly new music picks fresh from Japan! This week featuring tracks from:
CRCK/LCKS
GANMI feat. Ole and tofubeats
iScream
Mamiya Mani
ladepool
SUPER★DRAGON

scrmbl selection 6 October, 2025 - GANMI, iScream, ladepool, and more | scrmbl

Despite the ease of access that streaming has brought to the distri...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 4d

From strange origins to global acclaim, NieR’s 15th anniversary exhibition celebrates Yoko Taro’s haunting, humanistic world.

@aliciahaddick.com gives an account of the limited time event.

NieR’s 15th Anniversary Showcase Celebrates The Unlikely Franchise That Changed an Industry | scrmbl

The NieR franchise should never have existed. While the story is a ...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 7d

It's Bandcamp Friday which means it's time once again for our monthly new release roundup! Support great music on the platform from:
Takao
Robou No Ishi
Samuel Smoky Purple
Chouchou
Kaomozi Records
inuha
and more!

Bandcamp Spotlight September 2025 - Takao, Chouchou, koamozi, Modern Jazz War, and more | scrmbl

Every month, scrmbl highlights some of the most noteworthy releases...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 8d

FFXIV and Monster Hunter unite again! At TGS 2025, Yoshi P, Ryozo Tsujimoto, and Yuya Tokuda discuss their latest collaboration: new quests, raid bosses, and integrated mechanics that respect both worlds while pushing gameplay.

Bringing Final Fantasy XIV and Monster Hunter together: "It's not just set dressing for the same old thing" | scrmbl

The intensity of Final Fantasy XIV’s battle system reliant on class...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 8d

The Nintendo Museum added an art gallery to showcase concept art, design docs, and development history, offering a deeper look at their creative process. @aliciahaddick.com offers their first hand impression of the addition.

The Nintendo Museum Art Gallery finally allows a window into the creative process | scrmbl

What is a Nintendo Museum that refuses to examine its history? Thi...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 10d

This is New PANTY & STOCKING podcast Episode 2, Part 2 digs into the origins of the series and a lot more!
Read on for our approved English translation of the discussion between TRIGGER's Hiroyuki Imaishi, and Hiromi Wakabayashi, and ☆Taku Takahashi!

This is New PANTY & STOCKING Podcast (Episode 2, Part 2) English translation | scrmbl

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 10d

100 Meters blends the sports drama of UOTO's original manga with Kenji Iwaisawa’s directorial artistry, delivering a powerful story of rivalry, growth, and the thrill of the race.

@aliciahaddick.com reviews this adrenaline pumping new anime film.

100 Meters is a rotoscoped masterpiece of high-octane racing | scrmbl

Sports anime, done well, is euphoric. The tension is already there,...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 11d

Kick off your week with some new music! Our weekly picks & playlist update this week includes tracks from:

Ai Furihata
BPM15Q
e5
in the blue shirt
MFS
omeme tenten

scrmbl selection 29 September, 2025 - Ai Furuhata, BPM15Q, in the blue shirt, and more | scrmbl

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 11d

Kakegurui hits the stage in Tokyo with a full-blown musical adaptation. Idol power, wild gambles, and over-the-top chaos bring Hyakkaou Academy to life. A three-hour frenzy that proves insanity can sing.

Kakegurui simply makes sense as a theatrical stage musical | scrmbl

Kakegurui is a series that has always embraced its inner insanity, ...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 14d

We're kicking off a monthly round up of stand-out Japanese albums curated by @mbmelodies.bsky.social from his weekly newsletter in a recurring feature. This first entry features new releases from Telematic Visions, killwiz, SUSHIBOYS, and more!

Japanese album highlights for September 2025 – Presented by Make Believe Melodies | scrmbl

scrmbl contributor Patrick St. Michel runs an email newsletter call...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 14d

A moody sci-fi romance lost in adaptation. The Kowloon Generic Romance live-action film fails to capture the source’s atmosphere, mystery, or emotional depth.

Read on for our full review.

Kowloon Generic Romance fails to understand its place | scrmbl

One of the biggest merits of the Kowloon Generic Romance manga (and...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 14d

Former Metal Slug devs are reviving Navinosuke -The Yokai Buster-, a long-lost RPG for the GBA, so audiences can finally experience it via Nintendo Switch 20 years after its conception.

A lost GBA RPG returns: Navinosuke -The Yo-kai Buster- rises after 20 years | scrmbl

Akio Oyabu, or simply “Akio” on his social media handles, may be be...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 15d

This is New PANTY & STOCKING podcast episode 2 continues the conversation between Hiroyuki Imaishi, Hiromi Wakabayashi, and ☆Taku Takahashi with more behind the scenes stories about the series. Part 1 of our English translation is available now!

This is New PANTY & STOCKING Podcast (Episode 2, Part 1) English translation | scrmbl

Starting on 27 August, 2025 a series of special podcasts episodes f...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 16d

Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc captures the spirit of Denji’s story with faithful adaptation, though its restrained style softens the edge of the source material.

@aliciahaddick.com provides their review of the new film

Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc is entertaining, but… | scrmbl

The Chainsaw Man anime didn’t receive quite the reception that many...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 17d

Step inside the Kyoto Costume Institute's Love Fashion exhibition, where fashion meets history, culture, and self-expression. From iconic gowns to avant-garde designs, explore how clothing shapes identity and inspires creativity across centuries.

Kyoto Costume Institute's Love Fashion: In search of myself | scrmbl

The Kyoto Costume Institute (KCI) may not be a household name like ...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 17d

Perfume’s Nebula Romance Part II celebrates 25 years with retro-futuristic pop, bold ambition, and nods to their past. Not perfect, but a memorable send-off before their upcoming hiatus.

@mbmelodies.bsky.social provides his review

Perfume’s Nebula Romance Part II builds on its predecessor with moments of pop pleasure but drowns in sprawl | scrmbl

In the streaming age, there’s a common misconception that longer eq...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 18d

We're back with our new Japanese music recommendations from the past week! This week features a range of genres with new tracks from:

CHO CO PA CO CHO CO QUIN QUIN
Hitsujibungaku
kurayamisaka
Nakamura Minami and MEZZ
Noranekoguts
SUSHIBOYS

scrmbl selection 22 September, 2025 - Hitsujibungaku, Nakamura Minami and MEZZ, SUSHIBOYS, and more | scrmbl

Despite the ease of access that streaming has brought to the distri...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 22d

This is New PANTY & STOCKING Podcast episode 1, part 2 English translation is now live! Read on for more behind the scenes stories from the show direct from TRIGGER's Hiroyuki Imaishi, Hiromi Wakabayashi, and soundtrack producer ☆Taku Takahashi!

This is New PANTY & STOCKING Podcast (Episode 1, Part 2) English translation | scrmbl

Starting on 27 August, 2025 a series of special podcasts episodes f...

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scrmbl @scrmbl.com · 23d

Opening with the Potsdam Conference and the shadow of Hiroshima, Masaki Kobayashi’s Tokyo Trial uses archival footage to confront how postwar justice was staged and politicized in the aftermath of WWII.

Masaki Kobayashi questions war culpability and futility in Tokyo Trial documentary | scrmbl

The Potsdam Conference led to no concrete agreements as the three s...

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