<\/p>\n","post_title":"Nihon Box April to December 2020 Review Part 1","post_excerpt":"I have a massive haul to talk about","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"nihon-box-april-to-december-2020-review-part-1","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:00:32","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:00:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206112","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":206081,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-03-26 19:49:57","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-26 19:49:57","post_content":"I am back once again with the latest SoKawaii box review. This months\u2019 box theme is \u201cSuper Kawaii Squad\u201d and features an interesting mix of items from Sailor Moon, Sanrio, San-X and PreCure. With two household items inside, we also have an unusual \u2018stationery\u2019 item and some collectable figures to add to your display cases. This month\u2019s box has got it all! So let\u2019s get the company description out of the way, shall we!<\/span>\n\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 5 to 6 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep each month. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media accounts. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts, particularly their Instagram one -<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\n\n Created By: <\/strong>Fujino \u00d3mori<\/span><\/p>\n Directed By:<\/strong> Yoshiki Yamakawa, Hideki Tachibana<\/span><\/p>\n Studio:<\/strong> J.C. Staff<\/span><\/p>\n Classification:<\/strong> 15 (BBFC)<\/span><\/p>\n Audio:<\/strong> Japanese, English<\/span><\/p>\n Subtitles:<\/strong> English<\/span><\/p>\n Format:<\/strong> BluRay, DVD<\/span><\/p>\n Licensed By:<\/strong> Animatsu (Season 1), MVM Entertainment (Season 2)<\/span><\/p>\n Release Date:<\/strong> Available Now<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n In a World where Gods & Goddesses once descended upon the Earth in order to walk amongst their subjects and seek some entertainment, Dungeons were created for their followers to explore and defeat the evil monsters within its labyrinth like levels. Each God created their own clan known as a Familia. Some were more successful than others. The Goddess Hestia was amongst the lower class, whose familia only consisted of just one other member. A 14 year old young adventurer by the name of Bell Cranel. Having been bestowed with Hestia\u2019s blessing, Bell begins his long journey to becoming a well skilled adventurer and making the Hestia Familia infamous.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Despite the long winded and somewhat off-putting title, this show was actually quite entertaining. We follow the young Bell Cranel, who has journeyed towards the city of Orario to become an adventurer just like his late grandfather had hoped for him. Having failed to join any of the established Familia within the city, he is eventually found and welcomed into Hestia\u2019s following. Unlike many of the other Deities we come across in the show, Hestia also helps support their lifestyle by working any job she finds whilst Bell is training in the dungeons. After an encounter with a renowned adventurer, Bell develops a new skill that allows him to level up a lot faster than what would normally be possible. To which Hestia refuses to tell him about, due to come conflicting emotions regarding the origins of this ability. Throughout both seasons, we watch as Bell comes against many challenges and dangerous battles, including a minotaur attack that would have surely killed him. He later gains allies and begins to build an adventuring party, as well as gaining some new friends along the way from other familia and occupations. We learn more about the Gods and the fractions between them. Some stretching back so far in time, before the Gods even set foot upon the Earth. There is far more to this show, than simply \u2018picking up girls.<\/span><\/p>\n Bell Cranel is our main character in the show, he begins as a solo adventurer with little to no skill. He certainly stands out in the crowd when it comes to his appearance, as he has white hair and red eyes. Almost inhuman in some regards, but certainly is a 14 year old boy at heart. Following an encounter with the powerful swordswoman Ais Wallenstein, Bell develops a crush on the beautiful woman and vows to train as hard as he can in order to get to her level of skill. Thankfully the romance is one sided for now, as the story instead revolves around his journey to level up and improve the living conditions of his Familia. Hestia is perhaps one of the more head-strong Goddesses in this show, short in stature but will take any opportunity to prove her worth in a fight. Her attire is\u2026.questionable, as it holds absolutely zero practicality. I mean, what is the point of having a string\/ribbon tied across your upper arms and restricting your movements? I just don\u2019t get it!<\/span><\/p>\n There are a number of other characters that appear in the show that certainly add to the fun. From those within the other Familia, who are friends and foes alike, to Eina Tulle who is Bell\u2019s contact at the Guild, and even the waitresses Syr and Ry\u00fa that work in a local pub. All of which have certainly added some excitement to the show. With Season One more focussed on Bell developing his skills and doing his best to survive the upper levels of a dungeon. Season Two has even more action, as a war between both Hestia and Apollo\u2019s familias begins. With the Champion familia choosing what fate the losing faction will suffer, as well as claiming their entire wealth. Not only that, Bell gets involved in trying to uncover and save a Renart he encounters in the \u2018Red Light District\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n You read that right folks, Bell takes a stroll through Otario\u2019s version of the \u2018red light district\u2019. The home to many a courtesan and escort, if Hestia found out she would be furious! Where Season One developed not only Bell\u2019s skills, but also established the World and many of the recurring characters. Season Two went straight for the action, with not only a rescue attempt of a captive fox-tailed prostitute, but also a war between Gods that resulted in a deadly game of \u2018Storming the castle\u2019. This franchise is full of action, and it doesn't end just there with Season Two!<\/span><\/p>\n Buy them here:<\/span> https:\/\/www.anime-on-line.com\/search?controller=search&s=is+it+wrong+<\/a><\/p>\n \u2018Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?\u2019<\/em> first began as a light novel series back in 2013 by Fujino \u00d3mori. It has since been picked up and translated by Yen Press, and is still on-going with 16 volumes out at present. Several months later, the manga adaptation was released from the same author. Which was also picked up by Yen Press and now stands at 11 volumes and once again, is still on-going. With just two short years after the series hit print, an anime adaptation was released. All of which was animated by J.C. Staff, the studio responsible for Food Wars<\/em>, A Certain Magical Index<\/em> and One Punch Man Season 2<\/em>. The anime has since had 3 seasons and a number of OVA\u2019s. However it was Animatsu Entertainment that released Season One over here in the West, with MVM Entertainment picking up and releasing Season Two.<\/span><\/p>\n Season Three only just aired last year, so we should hear at some point this year who will be releasing that title. Fingers crossed for another MVM Entertainment release. If all that isn\u2019t enough for you, there is also a film called, \u2018Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?: Arrow of the Orion\u2019 that was released by Manga UK. As well as the spin off series, \u2018Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? On The Side: Sword Oratoria<\/em>' was released by MVM Entertainment a number of years back.<\/span><\/p>\n This is a show well worth checking out if you enjoy your adventuring, dungeon battle animes. All the fantasy adventure, just minus the isekai. And there is plenty to enjoy from this franchise, and I highly doubt it ends with Season 3!<\/span><\/p>\n Overall:<\/strong> 8\/10<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n SoKawaii January 2021<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u201cCheers To A Kawaii Year\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Happy New Year peeps!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\nWe are now in a new year and January feels like it will last an eternity at this rate. So thankfully, like clockwork my SoKawaii box lands on my doorstep yet again with a collection of items that I hope bring some joy and laughter to us all. So let\u2019s dive into the first SoKawaii box of 2021!<\/span>\n\nThis month\u2019s box theme is \u2018Cheers To A Kawaii Year\u2019, and features six products from Sanrio, Sailor Moon and even Animal Crossing. They range from household items, to help with storage, cleaning and some decoration. Another is great for time keeping and the last is another addition to all of our stationary supplies. So if you are new to these reviews, then let's begin with what exactly SoKawaii is.<\/span>\n\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 6 to 8 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\n\n![\"sokawaiimarch2021_1\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiimarch2021_1.jpeg\")
\n\nFirst up, we have our household item which is perfect for the bathroom. With the Pompompurin Foaming Soap Dispenser, which is perfect for the bags of refillable liquid soap you can purchase in Lidl. Now as to how it creates the foam, I\u2019m unsure. As I haven\u2019t used this dispenser enough yet to see it fully working. Now Pompompurin is the only version available, which mightn\u2019t be to everyone's taste. I myself would have much preferred a Kuromi one! It\u2019s a plastic bottle at the end of the day, so it will last for quite some time, but it does look like something that would be bought rather cheaply.<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiimarch2021_2\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiimarch2021_2.jpeg\")
\n\nOur second item this month is a small cat plush. Much similar to the ones we have gotten in the past, when we received the Tanuki & Kitsune plush range in last August\u2019 box. This very cute, fluffy and almost TsumTsum like sized plush is from the \u201cFunwari Korokoro Nayanko Neko '' plush range. Now I love these small plushies, so easy to stack and display in small spaces. I now have a small pyramid of these small plushies, so its very satisfying to look at them. The most adorable detail to these plushies, is that they all have a small black butthole sewn onto them! It\u2019s both hilarious and cute! There are six different cats available in this collection, with one supplied at random in every box this month.<\/span>\n\nUp next is our San-X item, which is a \u201cRilakkuma Friends Blind Box Figure\u201d, which has 6 different characters available. Now these items are rather large and are made of a hard plastic material that reminds me a lot of those bath toy figures you may have had as a child, that used to squirt water out of their months. Now they are hollow inside, but the detail is quite good and has a decent paint job. They are also fully licensed figures, as they are made by Bandai.<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiimarch2021_3\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiimarch2021_3.jpeg\")
\n\nThe next item we have this month is a rather unusual one. As we have a \u201cMy Melody Adhesive Mirror set\u201d, which are basically reflective stickers that you can attach to the back of your phone, notebooks etc. Advertised as a \u2018handy mirror\u2019, for those quick touch ups. Now I don\u2019t see why they are saying that you can place it on the back of your phone, when in fact practically all mobile phones these days have a front and rear facing camera - making this item absolutely pointless. Unless you are a young girl that hasn\u2019t come of age yet to have the responsibility of a phone. Either way, this item is definitely aimed at a much younger generation compared to the people that actually subscribe to this box. It\u2019s more of a cheap filler item in my opinion.<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiimarch2021_4\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiimarch2021_4.jpeg\")
\n\nNext up is our PreCure item! From the show \u201cHealin' Good♥Pretty Cure\u201d, comes this high quality melamine spoon. A rather large one at that, which is perfect to eat all of those deserts with. It\u2019s also a good rice spoon as well. It\u2019s also perfect for just displaying. With three designs available at random in March\u2019s box.<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiimarch2021_5\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiimarch2021_5.jpeg\")
\n\nNow onto our final item this month, the one that has certainly made the box well worth the subscription cost! Each box for March received one of the five designs of the recently released Sailor Moon Q posket figures. Which featured Sailor Moon, Chibi Moon, Mars, Jupiter and Venus. Sailor Moon is all the rage at the moment due to the recent release of the Sailor Moon Eternal movies, which this collection is named after. Q Poskets are \u2018unusual\u2019 looking figures, made to bring attention to the eyes and large scale heads attached to the figures, mostly known as the chibi figure range. Which have been made by Banpresto. Although not entirely my cup of tea, as I prefer figures that are closer to the character design in the anime than chibi designs such as these, I was ecstatic to see that I actually got Sailor Moon in my box!<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiimarch2021_6\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiimarch2021_6.jpeg\")
\n\nAnd that has been March\u2019s So Kawaii box! Now let\u2019s get on to the all important information, for how YOU can begin your own subscription, as well as a special discount code just for you guys.<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiimarch2021_7\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiimarch2021_7.jpeg\")
\n\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span>\n\n1 Month \u2013 $35.00 (\u20ac29.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n3 Months \u2013 $33.50 (\u20ac28.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n6 Months \u2013 $32.00 (\u20ac26.50mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n12 Months \u2013 $31.50 (\u20ac26.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\n\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\n\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of March\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 5 to 6 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. April\u2019s box theme is \u201cFull Bloom Sakura\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon and Sanrio, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\n\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>","post_title":"SoKawaii March 2021 Box Review","post_excerpt":"I am back once again","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-march-2021-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:11:24","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:11:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206081","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":206039,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-03-15 16:37:06","post_date_gmt":"2021-03-15 16:37:06","post_content":"Although February\u2019s box was slightly late in arriving due to a delay on one of the items, it was still very much welcomed. Hello and welcome back again everyone, to another SoKawaii Box unboxing. ( Which is still not sponsored !)<\/span>\n\nFebruary\u2019s theme was all about love and self care, instead of the traditional Valentine's Day celebrations in Japan where the girls give chocolates to the boys they fancy. We have products from San-X, Pok\u00e9mon, Sumikkogurashi and Hello Kitty. We have a large plush bag, some hair accessories and a cookie mould. So let\u2019s get started with the usual important bits of info!<\/span>\n\nSoKawaii is a company based in Japan, home of practically everything kawaii (the Japanese word for cute). They create monthly subscription boxes, jam packed with 100% licensed products from brands such as Hello Kitty, Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio, Studio Ghibli and more. The items range from plushies to Gachapon, little figures, stationary, lifestyle, kitchenware and more. The staff at SoKawaii handpicks 5 to 6 cute & useful items exclusive to Japan, pack them up in a very decorative box and send it straight to your doorstep. You can also check out their Instagram for even more info and insights into what is currently trending in Japanese arcades and stores. As well as sneak peeks into what they could be including in next month\u2019s box. They also listen to what you would like to be included in future boxes, by asking across their social media. So make sure to have your opinions heard over on their social media posts.<\/span> https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sokawaii\/<\/a>\n\n![\"sokawaiifebruary2021_1\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiifebruary2021_1.jpeg\")
\n\nOur first item this month is a large plush hand bag from San-X. This adorable cream Korilakkuma shoulder bag is super soft, has a rather large inside pocket that will at least fit your phone and purse, as well as actually being a quick pillow if need be. I would have preferred a Rilakkuma bag instead, as this version is sure to get marks on it very quickly if using it out & about. However it is perfect for those that enjoy dressing up as lolithas\u2019 for conventions and such, otherwise it will be nice to display it at home. The only issue is that we have already gotten plenty of bags in various sizes in the last number of months, and it\u2019s becoming a bit repetitive. I for one, which there was an option given to subscribers who may want to option out a bag for a plush or ReMent figure as an alternative.<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiifebruary2021_2\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiifebruary2021_2.jpeg\")
\n\n![\"sokawaiifebruary_2021_3\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiifebruary_2021_3.jpeg\")
\n\nOur Second item is from Pok\u00e9mon, with this blush pink Pikachu hair brush from the \u201cGirly Collection\u201d. Now I have REALLY long hair, so I need a good hairbrush to tackle it every day. Now I haven\u2019t started using it yet, but this cute design is well worth adding into my routine. It\u2019s pretty sturdy and is actually much larger than what I was expecting, this could easily have been in and around 12 to 15euro if you were to buy that in the Pok\u00e9mon store I say. It also never hurts to have a second hairbrush around!<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiifebruary2021_4\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiifebruary2021_4.jpeg\")
\n\n![\"sokawaiifebruary_2021_5\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiifebruary_2021_5.jpeg\")
\n\nMoving on to our third item, we have a pair of Hello Kitty hair ties. Now these remind me of the bobble hair ties I used to have as a kid, that if you were unlucky, they would whack you in the head when you were putting them on. They felt like you got hit with a rock, and they didn't just hit you once! Although they were adorable, they were a b**** to get on! Also kind of wondering, what age demographic is SoKawaii aiming for really? As I imagine most of the subscribers have to be between 16 and 30, and even then I doubt many of them will be wearing their hair in pigtails with these hair ties. They are cute all the same, but are definitely aimed at little girls.<\/span>\n\nOur fourth item is a Sumikko Gurashi headband. Made of towel like material, this is actually going to be pretty handy for people that are doing their skin care routine and wish to keep their bangs off of their face. I imagine it would also be handy to have on right after you have a shower too. This item was available in two designs: Shirokuma or Neko.<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiifebruary_2021_6\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiifebruary_2021_6.jpeg\")
\n\nOur fifth and final item for this box, is a Gudetama Cookie Mould. This is probably the closest we are going to get this month to an actual Valentines day gift. This baking mould is a two pack cookie cutter featuring the laziest egg mascot of all time - Gudetama. What would have been a nice touch, would have been an actual recipe we could use these for!<\/span>\n\nSo this month\u2019s box has been a bit of a mixed bag really. With yet another large bag to add to the collection, a pair of hair ties that could cause a concussion, and even a pair of cookie moulds that are just going to remind me of breakfast. For those, this months\u2019 box has been a gold mine. For myself, it wasn\u2019t really worth it as the majority of the items are really no use to me in my life. But I am sure to find a good home for them amongst friends and family. Now let\u2019s get on to the all important information, for how YOU can begin your own subscription as well as a special discount code just for you guys.<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiifebruary_2021_7\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/sokawaiifebruary_2021_7.jpeg\")
\n\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span>\n\n1 Month \u2013 $35.00 (\u20ac29.00mo roughly)3 Months \u2013 $33.50 (\u20ac28.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n6 Months \u2013 $32.00 (\u20ac26.50mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n12 Months \u2013 $31.50 (\u20ac26.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\n\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\n\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of February\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 5 to 6 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. March\u2019s box theme is \u201cSuper Kawaii Squad\u201d, which will feature goods from Sanrio, San-X and Sailor Moon, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\n\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>","post_title":"SoKawaii February 2021 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Love and self care","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-february-2021-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:16:53","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:16:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=206039","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205951,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-02-15 17:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-15 17:00:39","post_content":"Created By:<\/strong> Sui Ishida<\/span>\n\nDirected By:<\/strong> Shuhei Morita (S1-2), Toshinori Watanabe (S3), S\u00f3ichi Shimada (Jack), Tadahito Matsubayashi (PINTO)<\/span>\n\nStudio:<\/strong> Pierrot<\/span>\n\nAudio:<\/strong> Japanese, English<\/span>\n\nSubtitles:<\/strong> English<\/span>\n\nFormat:<\/strong> DVD, Blu-Ray, Collector\u2019s Edition, Netflix<\/span>\n\nLicensed By:<\/strong> Anime Limited<\/span>\n\nKen Kaneki becomes the latest victim of a savage Ghoul attack, his assailant is none other than the girl he was on a date with. Following a deadly accident on a building site, Kaneki is rushed into surgery where the only hope of saving his life is to replace his failing organs with that of the Ghoul who was about to kill him. Thus Kaneki\u2019s life begins to change forever, as his body and appetite dramatically evolve into that of a ghoul. He later develops a reputation as the \u2018One Eyed Ghoul\u2019, as he battles not only against a society that hunts his kind, but also his own mental demons. With little to no ties left in the \u2018human\u2019 world, Kaneki trains and fights to defend his new ghoul allies. The franchise is a continuous journey of Kaneki\u2019s life over the course of just a number of years, as his view on the World shifts a number of times. We follow his footsteps as he not only takes on an unjust society filled with hatred for the Ghouls, the CCG that hunt them, the underground societies that support ghoul attacks but also the individual ghouls who let their hunger overtake their sanity.<\/span>\n\nWithin Season One of Tokyo Ghoul, we meet what was once a shy college student on the day of his first date. Our poor Kaneki was soon almost left for dead and upon Doctors saving his life, they practically ended any hope of him living as a simple human being ever again. Following his organ transplants, Kaneki is \u2018reborn\u2019 into a Ghoul. He quickly realises the situation he is now in and uses his will power to the best of his ability to put up with his hunger. As the story begins to come full circle, Kaneki is introduced to the manager of Anteiku - an undercover Ghoul caf\u00e9 that also monitors and helps the local ghouls in the area. There are many hardships in this first season, as we see many beloved characters meet their end. As well as watching Kaneki being both mentally and physically abused, all of which drastically changed him once again.<\/span>\n\n![\"tokyoghoul_root\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/tokyoghoul_root.jpg\")
\n\nSeason Two - Tokyo Ghoul \u221aA follows Kaneki as he leaves Anteiku behind and goes down a different path in order to get stronger. Without ruining the plot of this season, Kaneki\u2019s journey does not get any easier. We do learn more about the other Ghoul factions, more information on the \u2018One Eyed Owl\u2019, developments in the CCG and their plans to wipe out all Ghouls one by one. This season was full of action, but the final scenes in that episode were dragged out far too much in my opinion. Also prepare to follow the numerous bad dye jobs Kanekis\u2019 hair goes through in such a short amount of time.<\/span>\n\n![\"tokyoghoul_Part1\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/tokyoghoul_Part1.jpg\")
\n\nMoving on, we have Season Three called Tokyo Ghoul:re. Now this season takes place two years after the final moments of the previous season. The CCG have developed a new section named the Quinx Squad. Formed of a group of highly trained investigators that have been made into one eyed ghouls, established to better attack and defeat ghouls on the field. This particular group is led by a very familiar face now known as Haise Sasaki. This season explores this mans\u2019 identity, past and his decision to change the World around him. More details and secrets are exposed from the inner workings of the CCG. We see the return of many familiar faces, old factions reforming and causing havoc, the \u2018Gourmet\u2019 ghoul searching for his beloved Kaneki and the face of Tokyo undergoing a new facelift. An overall satisfying ending to the anime series and still a show I would love to check out the manga it is based on.<\/span>\n\n![\"tokyoghoul_ova\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/tokyoghoul_ova.jpg\")
\n\nThe two OVA are JACK and PINTO. Both of which are prequel stories to the series, but can perhaps be better enjoyed once you have watched all three seasons. It is only these two episodes that can only be watched in sub, as there was no English Dub released for these. Anime Limited certainly explained these two plots better than I could:<\/span>\n\nIn \"Jack\", see the early days of Kisho Arima's life as both a high school student and one of the youngest CCG investigators. See him team up with a high school delinquent by the name of Taishi Fura to hunt down a brutal ghoul known as Lantern.<\/span><\/em>\n\nMeanwhile in \"Pinto'' discover more about fan favourite Shu Tsukiyama, aka the Gourmet, as he meets Chie Hori for the first-time. Find out how the avid photographer captures Tsukiyama on camera for the first time and how their friendship begins to blossom from there.<\/span><\/em>\n\nSo let\u2019s dive into the origins of Tokyo Ghoul<\/em>. This supernatural thriller manga was created by Sui Ishida and was published in Weekly Young Jump back in 2011. Within its first three years it had already released 14 volumes and concluded the initial part of the manga series. It then began a new chapter under the name Tokyo Ghoul: re<\/em> just a month after ending the original title. That series carried on for another 4 years and ended with a grand 16 volumes. All of which is available in print and digital from Viz Media<\/em> over here in the West, and can of course be read in its entirety on the Viz Media app. Which is well worth that \u20ac1.99 monthly subscription fee.<\/span>\n\nThe franchise has also had a number of light novel adaptations, the three very successful anime seasons and OVAs, as well as two live action adaptation films and five video games. All of the anime was developed by Japanese animation studio: Pierrot<\/em>. A long established company that is now four decades in the business. They have animated many memorable and classic franchises including Naruto<\/em>, Bleach, Black Clover<\/em> and The Mysterious Cities of Gold<\/em>.<\/span>\n\nTokyo Ghoul<\/em> certainly has it\u2019s darker elements to the show, including murder, mutilation, cannabilism and physcal torture. Its not for the faint hearted or the very young for obvious reasons. But is certainly a show well worth watching for those that can stomach it. You can watch it in all its glory by buying the physical editions from Anime Limited<\/em>. Follow the link here to buy yours now - (<\/span>https:\/\/www.alltheanime.com\/search?q=tokyo+ghoul<\/a>)<\/span>\n\nIf you instead like your anime incredibly censored, then it is available to watch in full now over on Netflix<\/em>.<\/span>\n\nOverall:<\/strong> 8\/10<\/span>","post_title":"Tokyo Ghoul S1-3 & OVA\u2019s Review","post_excerpt":"Created by Sui Ishida","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"tokyo-ghoul-s1-3-ovas-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:29:48","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:29:48","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205951","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":205920,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-02-01 16:53:33","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-01 16:53:33","post_content":"![\"isitwrongtotrytopickupgirlsinadungeon-season-2\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/isitwrongtotrytopickupgirlsinadungeon-season-2.jpg\")
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\n\nOur first item this month is a Sanrio Daruma plush, which is available in two designs, featuring either Hello Kitty or My Melody. Daruma are a very popular good luck charm in Japan, and are usually bought at the beginning of the new year. They are commonly painted red and are purchased as a gift for encouragement. When bought, the figure's eyes are both blank white. A user will then select a goal or wish and paint in the left eye of the figure's two eyes. Once the desired goal is achieved, the right eye is filled in. At the end of each year, the doll is burned and a new one is bought. Is a lovely little ritual that also acts as a source of encouragement to help you complete your wish and fill in that second eye. The plush that we receive in this box is based off of these dolls, but thankfully they come with their eyes attached! They are well stitched and made of soft material, perfect as either a throw plush or some seasonal decor.<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiijanuary2021_2\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/sokawaiijanuary2021_2-768x1024.jpeg\")
\n\nOur second item is also from Sanrio, as we all receive a small towel mascot. Made of flannel fabric and with a small hook to hang it up, its a small face towel at best to have about in your bathroom. It is available in three characters, including Kuromi, Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin.<\/span>\n\nMoving on from an item to clean yourself with, we also get six individual Sanrio sponges to prepare for that upcoming Spring clean! Each sponge features a Sanrio character printed on one side, as we get two of Hello Kitty, My Melody and Pompompurin. These sponges are made of melamine material, small in size but could perform well maybe. I haven\u2019t used these yet for cleaning, so I have high expectations for these. Interestingly enough, I googled what the material was and found this description: \u201cIt is used as the main sound and thermal insulation material for bullet trains, due to its high sound absorption, excellent thermal insulation performance and lightweight.\u201d The more you know I guess!<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiijanuary2021_3\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/sokawaiijanuary2021_3.jpeg\")
\n\nOur fourth item this month is the previously announced Sailor Moon Kira Kira jar. This is all to tie in with this month's announcement of the all new \u2018Sailor Moon Eternal\u2019 movie releasing in Japan. Made of hard pink plastic and gives a geometric look in its design. It is a tad squeeky when trying to open it, but is very handy to store your accessories, cosmetics or stationary. For me, I use it to store my go-go\u2019s. That's hair scrunchies to those of you in the U.S.<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiijanuary2021_4\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/sokawaiijanuary2021_4-768x1024.jpeg\")
\n\nNext up we have our final Sanrio items, which are a three pack of scented pencils. Available in three character designs, including Pompompurin, Little Twin Stars and Gudetama. They are lightly scented, but I\u2019m not entirely sure what off as its that lightly scented. Either way, its still quite handy having some pencils, but I would have preferred either a mechanical pencil or pens. Kinda surprised they didn't include a calendar or pocket diary of sorts this month. Either of which would have been more useful.<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiijanuary2021_5\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/sokawaiijanuary2021_5-768x1024.jpeg\")
\n\nLast but not least, we have our Animal Crossing item which is a \u2018Uki Uki Watch\u2019. Which looks to have been a gacha prize, going by how it came packaged. This was available in 5 different designs, which all associated to an ingame character. It features a digital screen underneath a die-cut character symbol. That sits on top of a printed strap. It\u2019s a must have for a die hard Animal Crossing fan, for others it may look slightly kiddish. I\u2019ve never gotten into Animal Crossing but can already think of a number of people I could give this to.<\/span>\n\nAnd there we have it folks, that was 2021\u2019s very first SoKawaii box! Now let\u2019s get on to the all important information, for how YOU can begin your own subscription as well as a special discount code just for you guys.<\/span>\n\n![\"sokawaiijanuary2021_6\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/sokawaiijanuary2021_6-768x1024.jpeg\")
\n\nSo here is the price breakdown of the box each month and the savings you can get. At the moment, SoKawaii are shipping their boxes via DHL as Japan Post is still not allowing worldwide postage from Japan. Whether you subscribe month to month, or for their 3, 6 or even 12 month package options \u2013 there are savings to be had.<\/span>\n\n1 Month \u2013 $35.00 (\u20ac29.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n3 Months \u2013 $33.50 (\u20ac28.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n6 Months \u2013 $32.00 (\u20ac26.50mo roughly)<\/span>\n\n12 Months \u2013 $31.50 (\u20ac26.00mo roughly)<\/span>\n\nBetter yet, here is a 10% discount code that you can use on your first box!<\/span>\n\nhttp:\/\/sokawaii.refr.cc\/maryhealy<\/a>\n\nNow if you liked everything you saw in this review of January\u2019s box, rest assured that the items are different every month, for the most part. Each box has 6 to 8 items included and a few of them will be revealed online through SoKawaiis\u2019 social media as the weeks go by. February\u2019s box theme is \u201cFrom SoKawaii, With Love\u201d, which will feature goods from Pok\u00e9mon, Sanrio and San-X, with a few of the products included already announced across their social media.<\/span>\n\nhttps:\/\/www.sokawaii.com\/<\/a>","post_title":"SoKawaii January 2021 Box Review","post_excerpt":"Happy new year","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"sokawaii-january-2021-box-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2022-10-08 16:54:03","post_modified_gmt":"2022-10-08 15:54:03","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=205896","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":4},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
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