Naruto: Land of Waves Arc

In 1999, manga artist, Masashi Kishimoto published a manga for Weekly Shōnen Jump titled, “Naruto.” It follows the titular character’s lifelong journey to become a ninja. The prankster boy manages to pass an exam. He’s assigned as a member of Team 7 under the tutelage of Kakashi Hatsake. Naruto has a rivalry with a loner […]

Your Name

Japanese filmmaker/novelist, Makoto Shinkai came up with an idea for a romantic fantasy film. He visited a fishing village of Yuriage in Natori after the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami. Brainstormed plot elements with two teenagers who swap bodies. As in most body swap movies like “Freaky Friday,” the pair must adapt to the opposite […]

Ghost in the Shell (1995)

In 1989, manga artist/writer, Masamune Shirow published a manga series for Kodansha titled, “Ghost in the Shell.” Set in a futuristic version of Tokyo, Japan in 2029, the manga follows a female cyborg named, Motoko Kusanagi. She works for a law enforcement agency filled with former military veterans and police officers assigned to do whatever […]

Sailor Moon Crystal: Season 1

In 1991, manga artist/wrtier, Naoko Takeuchi published a manga series for Japanese manga magazine Nakayoshi titled, “Sailor Moon.” The series follows a schoolgirl named, Usagi Tsukino who learns she’s destined to fulfill her role as a Sailor Guardian under her codename, “Sailor Moon.” Her goal is to find a silver crystal. Under the guidance of […]

Bleach: The New Captain Shūsuke Amagai Arc

Set before The Arrancar Arc, this filler storyline centers on Ichigo who’s assigned as a bodyguard to a little girl named, Rurichiyo Kasumiōji from bad guys. Meanwhile, Shūsuke Amagai is appointed as a new captain. Last but not least, conspiracy tied to the princess and villains. It’s up to Ichigo and his pals to find […]

Bleach: The Arrancar Arc: Part 1

Set after The Soul Society Arc and The Bount Arc, Aizen betrays the Soul Society. He gathers the Arrancar. Stronger and deadlier evil counterparts of the Soul Society. Aizen orders them to eliminate Ichigo and his friends. As the storyline progresses, Aizen has a grand master plan up his sleeve. It’s up to Ichigo and […]