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Translation Theory: Gankutsuou [Spoilers]

August 31, 2018

The nuances of Japanese cannot always be translated directly into English (and by not always, I mean most of the time). Did key details in Gankutsuou get lost in translation?
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A Few Thoughts on A Silent Voice

August 24, 2018

It’s been a long time since a contemporary manga has affected me quite like A Silent Voice.
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What Went Wrong With Usagi Drop

April 3, 2018

Usagi Drop could have been a fantastic josei manga that dealt with real-world issues in a lighthearted, fun way. But its ending had many readers, myself included, asking some uncomfortable questions and wondering just where things took a controversial turn.
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