Chi's Sweet Home is finally over, and I really can't help but feel sad to see the end of such a wonderful and beautifully realised series. This final batch of episodes proves that it's hard to catch a cat on camera, sees Chi come face to face with a girl as energetic as she is, and finally sees Chi land herself in all sorts of trouble with the black "bear" cat to close out the series. It says a
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“A small kitten moves in to a random family”. That doesn’t seem like the most original or exciting premise, now does it? Still, we’re looking here at the best comedy to have started airing in the past half year. You can count on MadHouse to make such a questionable premise work. Basically, this series is [...]
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Hakushaku to Yousei Short Synopsis: Our lead character can see fairies and gets kidnapped by a bunch of bishies. Highlights: Is too busy trying to make its characters look “cool”. Overall Enjoyment Value: 6,5/10 It’s a shame that this series started right after a bunch of awesome cat-shows as Chi’s Sweet Home and Natsume Yuujin-chou: the talking cat in [...]
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[Posted @ 2:00 PM]Onsen~ Onsen~ Onsen~Saku-chan's obsessed about going to the onsen [hot spring] with Kanade-senpai lol and as you can see, her imagination is pretty wild. *grins*Episode started with Sakuya snuggling against Kanade in the two-seated row of the plane as the seats in the economy class is 'closer' lol. Meanwhile, Yukino, on the middle row of the plane, was happily munching on the gift [the banana-flavoured cream puffs] they're supposed to bring home lol. As Kanade's lecturing Yukino for eating the puffs, Sakuya was commenting on Kanade's soft and chubby arms LOL. Kanade immediately blushed and told Sakuya to stop it. Yukino replied that they're going to share the puffs anyways so it doesn't matter. Kanade fumed and pinched Yukino's cheeks, saying that Yukino's going to eat everything anyways. Kanade added that she won't care if Yukino puts on weight like what happened last new year's.Sakuya told Kanade not to worry as she have already prepared a gift for her family and continued that first she will meet her parents and inform them of her relationship with Kanade-senpai lol. Kaname mumbled, that they're only a senpai-kouhai [senior-junior] relationship .... but of course Sakuya wasn't listening and mentioned about going to the onsen and touching every inch of Kanade-senpai ... heh heh heh *drool* [lol].Just then, Yukino said that there's no onsen near their place while Kanade grumbled that even there is, there's no way she's going in with Sakuya, it'll be like a lamb in a tiger's den [dangerous]. Sakuya was stunned for a moment, probably didn't believe what Kanade said and went on rambling about onsen, open-aired onsen and started making solo dialogues, 'Saku-chan, your breasts are really huge, lemme touch them.' 'Iya~ Senpai~' and one thing leads to another, heh, heh *nose bleeds* LOL. While Sakuya's busy daydreaming, Kanade apologized to Yukino for everything but Yukino said it's okay, besides *revealing the earring on her left ear*, as long as she has this, she's fine with it. Kanade blushed and smiled. [Awww~]As they reached their destination, Sakuya's appalled by the rural and dodgy feeling of the place [o_o as expected of an Ojou-sama]. Man, this reminds me of the time I went to my friend's place in Gatton lol, takes me 1+ hour on train to get there and 1+ hour on bus to get to the station [Which was closed -.-||] and there're only 1 taxi in the town lol. Sakuya suggested that they not go to their home and go to an Onsen instead LOL, of course Kanade refused and Sakuya started whining about it. Just then, Shii-chan appeared and threw a snowball at the whining Sakuya's face [lol great aim]. Shii-chan greeted Yukino with a smile but her face apparently fell when she greeted Kanade and glaring at the clutched hands of her twin sisters. Shii-chan wondered out loud if Kana-neechan did something stupid again leading to that tag-along there. Sakuya replied that she's not 'that' and questioned who's the small squirt. Shii-chan retorted that Sakuya's small too lol. Kanade introduced Shii-chan as their sister, Shizuku and ... *fumbles* she's in First-year Junior School? Shii-chan's not pleased that Kanade forgot her age and mentioned that she heard from Yuki-neechan that she even forgot her birthday a while ago. Yukino looked away from the glaring Kanade, suggesting that they better get going lol. Sakuya whispered to Kanade saying that her sister's impolite ... no really mean lol. Kanade kinda agrees saying that basically Shii-chan's a nice kid but with the exception of Yukino, she's treats everyone like that. When they finally got to their spacious home, only to find out from Shii-chan that their parents are not at home. Yukino commented that it kinda doesn't feel like coming home, Shii-chan protested that she's here isn't she! A while later, they made themselves comfortable and they presented Sakuya's expensive gift along with the gift the twins had bought. -Insert script-Kaname: 'Hey, Yuki-chan saa, what is this?'Yukino: 'Hm, what?'Kaname: 'No, I wonder why are there only three of these?'Yukino: 'Ah, one for Father, one for Mother and another for Shii-chan.' Kaname: 'Ah, oh I see, I see I see hahaha.' Yukino: 'Hehehe.'*Pinch Yukino's cheeks*Kaname: 'What's so funny huh!? What is huh!? Geez.'Kaname: 'You're like this every time, how about my share huh? Kora kora!'Shii-chan then got up saying she's going to prepare dinner, Kanade got up to help and went along too. Sakuya then asked Yukino to show her Kanade's room lol. Sakuya started pouncing around the bed 'Fuaaa~ Kanade-senpai's bed~ There's still such a strong sweet smell~ Ah, senpai's chair~! Senpai in a sailor uniform, kawaii~ Yukino-senpai! I want this, I want this!' Yukino's starting to get worried at Sakuya's unstoppable actions and that she might get blamed for this lol. Meanwhile, Kanade and Shii-chan overheard the thump thump noises upstairs and Kanade wondered if Yukino can handle Sakuya lol. Shii-chan commented that Kana-neechan has started calling Yuki-neechan as Yuki-chan huh ... Shii-chan added that Kanade used to call Yuki-neechan at the time at home. Kanade can't really explain that so Shii-chan suddenly changed the subject asking about school lol. Kanade replied that she wants to get into an Arts University even though it will be difficult and if she still fails after repeating a year, maybe she'll return after that. Shii-chan replied hm, then you'll be returning in two years lol. Kanade was like uuhh, don't say that, it's inauspicious. Shii-chan answered that the painting that Kanade gave her doesn't look alike at all. Kanade was like uuhh -.-|||Kanade then asked Shii-chan about school and going out with friends or something ... Shii-chan replied that no, it's cold outside. Just then, Yukino entered the kitchen, when Kanade asked where's Sakuya, Yukino replied that she's resting in the guestroom, probably tired. Shii-chan blamed Kanade for using the money and also for forgetting her birthday, adding that she deserves it. Yukino tried to ease the tension asking Shii-chan about school again. Shii-chan said she told Kana-neechan about it already. Kanade replied that Shii-chan doesn't like it when it's cold outside. Yukino then offered to lend her cotton pants to Shii-chan and assured that it's warm and stuff. Shii-chan suddenly yelled out that it's not that! She doesn't care if the weather's cold or whatever. It's that the relationship between her sisters are always this good, regardless of at home or in school. 'Nee-chan are meanies', she added, 'Nee-chan who will always be together are meanies!' - END of Candy☆Boy Ep3 : The Unattainable Wall -Ahhh, Shii-chan's jealous XD of the relationship her twin sisters share. I won't be surprised that the twins hadn't told Shii-chan that they're leaving home to study in Tokyo till they got accept and packed lol. Probably that's why she got pissed that her sister hadn't include her in marking out their futures? Highly possible that she felt left out and is kicking a tantrum over it in hope that her sisters will notice and add her in. Poor Shii-chan, walking alone in the snow ...LOL@Sakuya, I'm surprised that Yukino actually knocked out Sakuya, tied her up and hid her in the guest room. [Signing off @ 4:46 PM]
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Another five episodes of Chi's Sweet Home sees the series continue to be as absolutely and wonderfully adorable as ever, as Chi gets himself into some more trouble at the hands of the big black 'bear' cat, in turn leading to stress aplenty for his family (and laughs aplenty for us) as they try to hide him away from the landlady. There's nothing more to say about this series that hasn't been said
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Okay, this might be late news for all the ANN blog readers, but I found out about this news… well today. First four episodes about wandering kitten streamed online until December 3 The Animate.tv website is streaming the first four three-minute episodes of Chi’s Sweet Home anime for free in Japanese. (In the linked page, select the [...]
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Here are today's "really cool products" that I've picked out for you, out of the 30+ new items we've added to the J-List and JBOX.com sites today. Note that some products may be "not safe for work" but that all links will allow you to redirect yourself either to the J-List or JBOX.com websites. To see all the J-List products, check out J-List or the JBOX.com updated products link. Miku Hatsune Action Figure -- Figma Series. Another figure that's sure to be popular, this is the long-awaited Miku Hatsune Figma, which can be poses in any number of ways as Miku-chan sings for you. Fabulous detailing and tons of included accessories make this one of the best figures released in a long time. Stock is extremely limited though, so don't wait to order. Tons More 2009 Calendars. We're posting another 25+ 2009 calendars to the site today, including anime (Evangelion, Totoro), JPOP (Ayumi Hamasaki, Shoko Hamada), male stars (Gackt, more), super gorgeous Japanese idols and actresses, and more. Large-format Japanese calendars are a wonderful window into Japan that lasts all year -- choose your calendars now! Saber Tooth Cats 2009 Calendar ~ Shirow Masamune **Preorder**. Also, we're posting the gorgeous 2009 Shirow Masamune calendar, featuring all new art based on his incredible original artwork and characters. 13 delicious pages of all-new art from the master illustrator. Gurren Lagann 3D Oppai Mouse Pads. Also: the incredible 3D mousepads featuring Yoko and her alter ego Yomako from Gurren Lagann are in stock. These high quality mouse pads featuring 3D images complete with oppai which are a perfect place to rest your hand while using the mouse. A fantastic item from Japan. COSMODE 022 ~ Super Cosplay Magazine 22. There's nothing more fun than dressing up in your favorite anime costume, and this a new issue of the awesome COSmode, featuring hundreds of photos of cosplayers from Lucky Star, Eva, Gurren Lagann and much more. Character reference art shown, too, as well as a *pattern* you can use to make your own costume. Lucky Star Rice Cracker. Here's a rare treat: Luck Star Senbei crackers, featuring the characters fro the show reproduced in soy sauce -- delicious! Each rice cracker is individually wrapped and very fun to eat. Other New Japanese Snacks. Other delicious new snack items include Lemon Squash Gummy, which is based on a lemon drink, and not to the plant, and one of my own all-time favorite treats, Poifull fruit-flavored gummy jellybeans. X-Large Study Flashcards 115 sheets w/Check Sheet. The Japanese are extremely good at preparing for tests and memorizing information, and one tool they use are memory cards to help them quiz their knowledge as they study. This is a giant deck of ready to use cards that are great for all kinds of studying. Compatible with the Zebra Check Set study system, too. Totoro Key Chain Music Boxes. For Ghibli fans, we've gotten in more charming miniature music boxes on keychains, so you can take your Totoro music anywhere you go. These are really cool. Frog Paws 2-tier Bento Box. Great new bento box from the fine folks at Prime Nakamura, featuring a cute frog-themed space for all your lunch. Large 2-tier design lets you put rice in the lower section and the rest of your lunch in the other part. And it's so cute! DX Chirimen Kimono Lucky Cat Display. Lucky Cat's Japanese name is maneki-neko which literally means "inviting cat," since he invites good luck into your home. This is a great new porcelain and kimono fabric item for you to display. Mousse-chan Kira-Kira Paper Clay Set ~ Sweet's Accessory. Make fun items out of kami-nendo or paper clay, a lightweight clay that Japanese kids love to make stuff with. This new set lets you make super-cute jewelry in any size, shape and color you like. The molds and accessories can be used with other types of clay as well. Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann Artbooks. See fresh stock of both gorgeous artbooks for fans of Gurren Lagann, the popular robot anime from Gainax. We have both the Nia Portraits and Yoko Portraits, great for spending hours gazing at. Nintendo Animal Crossing Bento Set. J-List has tons of bento boxes for every taste, from the cute to the traditional to the functional, and today we're restocking the Animal Crossing deluxe bento set that's so cool. Traditional Items from Japan. Today's restocked traditional products include our cool Natural Wood Sake Cup, a wonderful Lucky Cat for Display that promises to bring health and money-related good luck to your family, and our Wooden Japanese Study Puzzle. Saber 1/8 DX Figure by "Gift" ~ Fate/stay night *Preorder*. Here's a delightful rendering of Saber from the legendary Fate/stay night, created to be even more life-like and realistic than ever before as she poses in her armor. Preorder this figure now. Nasuka 1/6 Figure Shunya Yamashita Character Series vol.2 *Preorder*. Oh, Shunya Yamashita,you old dog, making more awesome figures of the gorgeous 2D creations in your art books. This is a new figure of his Nasuka character doing a right sexy pose that involves a large sword. Preorder her now for fast shipping when she becomes available in December. Microwave Potato Chip Maker. Why buy store-bought potato chips when you can make your own at home, using this wacky microwave potato chip maker from Japan. This is a wonky item but whenever it goes out of stock, our customers ask for us to get it back on the site. Back in stock today! Sun-Star Paper StitchLock Zn. One of the coolest items in J-List's history is the Sun-Star Paper StitchLock Zn, the super heavy-duty paper stitcher that takes sheets of paper and "knits" them together so you never need staples. Look for fresh stock today, along with several Zebra Sarasa Pens in various colors. Peach Princess Games by Download. We're happy to announce that some of our classic PC dating-sim games can now be purchased as convenient Internet Download Editions as well as via shrinkwrapped CD-ROM. The classic games are Snow Drop, a beautiful story in a snowy winterland; Critical Point, a game of "hard" SF that was created by one of the writers of Macross and Mobile Suit Gundam; and Gibo ~ Stepmother's Sin, a psychological thrilled for H-game fans. Water Closet: The Forbidden Chamber. Also...it's baaaack! We're happy to announce that the, ahem, legendary title of Water Closet is available once again, as an Internet Download Edition. A fun romp through some of the baser parts of the bishoujo gaming genre.
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Reviewed this week: Antique Bakery 7, Chi’s Sweet Home 77-83, Chocolate Underground 7, Kyouran Kazoku Nikki 16-17, Nogizaka Haruka no Himitsu 8, Ryoko’s Case File 8, Slayers Revolution 8-9, Soul Eater 21-2, Telepathy Shoujo Ran 10, Sisters of Wellber Zwei 1-4, World Destruction 8 …and in manga: backlog continues to pile up ANIME CURRENT SERIES RANKINGS Chi’s [...]
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It’s a new month, and I haven’t really posted my opinions on what I’m watching in quite some time, so here goes. Chi’s Sweet Home remains as enjoyable as it was at the beginning, even after 83 episodes. There’s something calming about watching a cat’s everyday routine. I wish I had a cat like Chi. The [...]
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Current Chi’s Sweet Home: Pretty easy to catch up on considering each episode is only three minutes. I watch them in sets of four here and there. Code Geass R2: Oh lawd. Golgo 13: …. Hidamari Sketch x365: This show almost has the best Shinbo opening ever. Almost, since the best Shinbo opening is the second SZS opening. Neko [...]
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