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The Abroad in Japan book review
The Abroad in Japan book is the autobiographical account of well-known YouTuber Chris Broad as he seeks to share his experiences after ten years in Japan.
Drive My Car film review: a Japanese character drama
This character centric story follows the lives of Yukuke and his new driver Misaki, a mysterious couple with troubled pasts. Find out more in my Drive My Car film review.
Summer Wars film review
This animated film takes a look at the importance of family in an increasingly digital world. Find out more in this Summer Wars film review.
Beyond the Infinite Two Minutes film review
Beyond the infinite two minutes is a short film exploring the idea of time delay, told within a realistic environment. Learn what to expect here.
Spirited Away film review
Over 20 years ago one of the greatest ever animated films was released to the world. I discuss its merits in this Spirited Away film review.
Trek to Yomi game review: the power of nostalgia
In this Trek to Yomi game review, learn what you can expect from a samurai game that looks like it was pulled straight from a 1950’s film archive.
Battle Royale film review: 20 year perspective
Battle Royale, a film released over 20 years ago is still just as shocking as was then. Lets look at what makes it so and the effects it had.
Samurai Shifters film review: An alternate perspective of samurai
Samurai Shifters is a 2019 Japanese film directed by Inudo Isshin. I take a look at this alternate samurai narrative with my film review.
Where to watch Japanese movies
Finding where to watch Japanese movies can be tricky but here I put together a few services that are most useful.