#73 Who Wants to Be a Kamen Rider? Tojima Tanzaburo!
In this episode, we talk about “Tojima Tanzaburo Wants to Be a Kamen Rider”, which Cisco insists on calling “40sai kara Kamen Rider” (Kamen Rider Starting at 40? The 40-Year-Old Kamen Rider?) Learn more about this unique series’ plot, the history of Kamen Rider, the power of nostalgia, and why the Kamen Riders look like bugs. Just kidding. That last part is an eternal mystery.#tojimawantstobeakamenrider
#72 Perfect 100 (Meters) - Hyakuten Manten HyakuM
In this episode, we talk about the newly released (in the US) film, 100 Meters. Originally a manga by Uoto, the same author who created Orb: On the Movements of the Earth, we glaze this movie so hard you’d think it was ceramic. Find out what we thought of the characters, sound design, music, and animation filming techniques of this modern masterpiece of an anime movie. What do Japanese people call a false start? Definitely not “100 Meters”, that’s for sure!...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our distinct perspectives as a born-and-raised Japanese non-otaku and 30+ year American anime otaku! Get to know more about Japan and Japanese words from anime/manga at the end of each episode. (episodes may contain spoilers) Voice credit: Funako◎Email: 300am.ottack@gmail.com ◎2AM OTTACK! on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WLLFsWAt2nenRMr06MfQ0 ◎2AM OTTACK! on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/2-00am-ottack/id1738706407 ◎3AMオタック! (日本語）on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCICL0oVvIfTQ_T9FIyEMeAQ
#71 I Spy x Family x 3
In this episode, we talk about Spy x Family, with a focus on the first episode of Season 3, our predictions about where the series is going this season, what our code names would be if we were spies, and most importantly, how incredibly amazing the new opening theme song is, because it’s by the best band of all time, Spitz. Seriously. If Spitz made an 80 minute movie that was really just a listening party for their new album, Cisco would see it multiple times in theaters............................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our distinct perspectives as a born-and-raised Japanese non-otaku and 30+ year American anime otaku! Get to know more about Japan and Japanese words from anime/manga at the end of each episode. (episodes may contain spoilers) Voice credit: Funako◎Email: 300am.ottack@gmail.com ◎2AM OTTACK! on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WLLFsWAt2nenRMr06MfQ0 ◎2AM OTTACK! on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/2-00am-ottack/id1738706407 ◎3AMオタック! (日本語）on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCICL0oVvIfTQ_T9FIyEMeAQ ◎BluSky https://bsky.app/profile/2amottack.bsky.social#spyxfamily #animereview #animepodcast
#70 Gachiakuta: The Most Garbage Anime Ever
In this episode, we talk about Crunchyroll’s #1 worldwide streaming anime, Gachiakuta, and our reactions to its plot, characters, and music. Despite being all about garbage, we like it even more than we like participating in community trash cleanups! Come for the boss opening theme song breakdown, stay for the biting social commentary and sympathy for death-metal level despair over the current state of the environment and world............................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our distinct perspectives as a born-and-raised Japanese non-otaku and 30+ year American anime otaku! Get to know more about Japan and Japanese words from anime/manga at the end of each episode. (episodes may contain spoilers) Voice credit: Funako◎Email: 300am.ottack@gmail.com ◎2AM OTTACK! on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WLLFsWAt2nenRMr06MfQ0 ◎2AM OTTACK! on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/2-00am-ottack/id1738706407 ◎3AMオタック! (日本語）on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCICL0oVvIfTQ_T9FIyEMeAQ ◎BluSky https://bsky.app/profile/2amottack.bsky.social#gachiakuta #animepodcast #animereview
#69 Chainsaw Man Recap Arc - SawMan ReChained
In this episode, we talk about the upcoming Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc movie, and discuss our reactions to the Chainsaw Man Recap Arc episodes. Is the leaner, meaner, infinitesimally more loyal to the manga version worth having lost the best ending song of all time? What the heck is the difference between a Majin and an Akuma? Find out by listening! (Spoiler alert)Listen also...https://youtu.be/pzkJU6vly34?si=XDrBu2xTtKDHWBwV...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our distinct perspectives as a born-and-raised Japanese non-otaku and 30+ year American anime otaku! Get to know more about Japan and Japanese words from anime/manga at the end of each episode. (episodes may contain spoilers) Voice credit: Funako◎Email: 300am.ottack@gmail.com ◎2AM OTTACK! on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WLLFsWAt2nenRMr06MfQ0 ◎2AM OTTACK! on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/2-00am-ottack/id1738706407 ◎3AMオタック! (日本語）on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCICL0oVvIfTQ_T9FIyEMeAQ ◎BluSky https://bsky.app/profile/2amottack.bsky.social
#68 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle - Caught Napping in the Demon Slayer 4DX Castle!
In this episode, we share our experiences of seeing Kimetsu no Yaiba: Demon Slayer The Movie Infinity Castle Arc Chapter One Akaza Returns (the full title) in 4DX. What's 4DX? Who fell asleep? What was different between the Japanese and American audiences and reactions? Find out the answers to these questions and more by listening!Listen also...https://youtu.be/MvmoAMbjOQY?si=wg6PoH15uqeDcqdi...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our distinct perspectives as a born-and-raised Japanese non-otaku and 30+ year American anime otaku! Get to know more about Japan and Japanese words from anime/manga at the end of each episode. (episodes may contain spoilers) Voice credit: Funako◎Email: 300am.ottack@gmail.com ◎2AM OTTACK! on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WLLFsWAt2nenRMr06MfQ0 ◎2AM OTTACK! on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/2-00am-ottack/id1738706407 ◎3AMオタック! (日本語）on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCICL0oVvIfTQ_T9FIyEMeAQ ◎BluSky https://bsky.app/profile/2amottack.bsky.social#demonslayer #demonslayerinfinitycastle #animepodcast
#67 The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity - The Flagrant Cherry Blooms with Naivete
In this episode we discuss how “The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity” might be the most Japanese anime ever made in terms of its relentless apologizing, formal thank-yous, and characters with absolutely abysmal levels of self-esteem. Join us to learn about the puns on the characters’ names, wallow in nostalgia for when you were too shy to ask someone out (or bask in the glow of knowing your kid has finally made friends), and learn the subtle differences between ways to say you’re sorry in Japanese. (some spoilers)...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our distinct perspectives as a born-and-raised Japanese non-otaku and 30+ year American anime otaku! Get to know more about Japan and Japanese words from anime/manga at the end of each episode. (episodes may contain spoilers) Voice credit: Funako◎Email: 300am.ottack@gmail.com ◎2AM OTTACK! on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WLLFsWAt2nenRMr06MfQ0 ◎2AM OTTACK! on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/2-00am-ottack/id1738706407 ◎3AMオタック! (日本語）on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCICL0oVvIfTQ_T9FIyEMeAQ ◎BluSky https://bsky.app/profile/2amottack.bsky.social#thefragrantflowerbloomswithdignity #animereview #animepodcast
#66 Emo Horror with Great Music? The Summer Hikaru Died
In this episode, we talk about the plot of episodes 1-8 of The Summer Hikaru Died, focusing on the music used in the show (especially that incredibly moving choral piece!), whether the nature of Yoshiki and Hikaru’s relationship matters that much, and whether we’ve ever seen a wig ghost.Listen also...https://youtu.be/2O5eGTamHUE?si=9ksb9gG1dnp2GweKCheck this awesome translation and singing of "Hibi no Kage" out!!https://youtu.be/2ZMcK8f9RY8?si=eKylKwiz5eKn_DnL...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our distinct perspectives as a born-and-raised Japanese non-otaku and 30+ year American anime otaku! Get to know more about Japan and Japanese words from anime/manga at the end of each episode. (episodes may contain spoilers) Voice credit: Funako◎Email: 300am.ottack@gmail.com #thesummerhikarudied #hikarugashindanatsu #animereview
#65 Openings, Endings, and Dandadan Season 2
In this episode, we discuss the opening and ending theme songs for Dandadan Season 2 as well as the events of episodes 1-8. What happened to the revolution in AiNA THE END’s Kakumei Douchuu? What’s wrong with WurtS’s Doukashiteru? Why is Yoshiki of X Japan wearing a neck brace? Are you Dandadown to find out?Listen also...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kmsN4LSnNg4&t=1140s...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our distinct perspectives as a born-and-raised Japanese non-otaku and 30+ year American anime otaku! Get to know more about Japan and Japanese words from anime/manga at the end of each episode. (episodes may contain spoilers) Voice: Funako◎Email: 300am.ottack@gmail.com
#64 Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle and Japanese Theaters!
In this episode, Cisco recounts his experience of seeing Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - Infinity Castle (that's a mouthful) at a Japanese theater in Akita prefecture. In addition to sharing thoughts about the film itself, we explore the differences between seeing movies in Japan and the US and where we see things going from here! Warning: contains some SPOILERS for Infinity Castle, primarily who fights whom!...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our distinct perspectives as a born-and-raised Japanese non-otaku and 30+ year American anime otaku! Get to know more about Japan and Japanese words from anime/manga at the end of each episode. (episodes may contain spoilers) Voice credit: Funako◎Email: 300am.ottack@gmail.com ◎2AM OTTACK! on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2WLLFsWAt2nenRMr06MfQ0