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In this episode, Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (TokyoScope: The Japanese Cult Film Companion) celebrate the return of Takeshi’s Castle and the upcoming film KUBI with a look at Takeshi Kitano’s (aka Beat Takeshi’s) favorite films of all time! They include:
1. Children of Paradise (Marcel Carne, 1945)
2. 2001: A Space Odyssey (Stanley Kubrick, 1968)
3. A Clockwork Orange (Stanley Kubrick, 1971)
4. Seven Samurai (Akira Kurosawa, 1954)
5. To Live and Die in L.A. (William Friedkin, 1985)
6. Wild at Heart (David Lynch, 1990)
7. Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia (Sam Peckinpah, 197)
8. Darkman (Sam Raimi, 1990)
9. Crazy Thunder Road (Sogo Ishii, 1980)
10. The Railroad Man (Pietro Germi, 1956)
NEWS Anime luminary Maruyama warns Japan's top spot at risk RIP Frank Agrama, Chairman of Harmony Gold USA
Toho Cinemas Raises Ticket Prices in June
Tokyo Pokémon card shop bans sales to adults so kids can enjoy the hobby
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In this episode, Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (TokyoScope: The Japanese Cult Film Companion) put on their matching red and green plumber uniforms and discuss all things SUPER MARIO BROTHERS: the music, the movies, and the surprising connection to Japanese City Pop!
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Explosive device thrown at Kishida could have been lethal, experts say
Local elections in Japan 4/23. Candidates include Demon Slayer cosplayer and “AI
‘I could have made the same money at McDonald’s’: the Power Rangers on fame,
regrets and their shock reunion
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In this episode, Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (TokyoScope: The Japanese Cult Film Companion) celebrate the life and music of Japanese composer RYUICHI SAKAMOTO of Y.M.O. and Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence fame, who passed away on March 28, far too soon , at the age of 71.
NEWS Tokyu Kabukicho Tower Opens 4/14
Live-Action Getter Robo Movie Announced
Live-action 'Evangelion' stage play’s new poster stays the Eva course by being baffling
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In this episode, Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (TokyoScope: The Japanese Cult Film Companion) go sneakin' in the movies to see SHIN KAMEN RIDER, the newest flick from Hideaki Anno of Evangelion and Shin Godzilla fame. Expect a *spoiler free* film review along with a history lesson on the impact of the original 1971 Kamen Rider series!
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Hokusai Wave Goes on Auction at Christie’s Men who groped Ghibli Park statues apologize to Aichi governor RIP Return of Ultraman Actor Jiro Dan
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In this episode, Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (TokyoScope: The Japanese Cult Film Companion) go over some of the controversies and moral panics surrounding manga over the years, including Devilman, Shameless School, Detective Conan, and the recent brouhaha over Barefoot Gen, a manga about the atomic bombing of Japan.
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Studio Ghibli Sparks Ire Over Response to Disturbing Theme Park Controversy
Mos Burger and KFC to raise food item prices (JP)
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In this episode Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (TokyoScope: The Japanese Cult Film Companion) pay tribute to manga and anime legend Leiji Matsumoto (Yamato, 999, Harlock) who passed away this month at the age of 85. Join us as we set sail across the sea of stars in search of freedom and adventure!
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Spy balloon, UFO or Dragon Ball? Japan baffled by iron ball washed up on beach
Akihabara arcades aren’t dead yet! New six-floor game center opens in Tokyo otaku quarter next month
Takoyaki stand in Nagoya sold side orders of cocaine, police say
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In this episode Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (TokyoScope: The Japanese Cult Film Companion) report on their recent visit to the Winter edition of Wonderfest 2023: a mind-bending gauntlet of incredible kaiju garage kits, anime figures, and totally insane cosplay!
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Officials Confirm Suspicious Balloon Overflights of Japan, Won’t Say They Came From China
Japan’s “Mermaid Mummy” Finally Identified via New Research
Domino’s Japan changes medium pizzas to small, without changing size, in confusing clarification
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In this episode Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (TokyoScope: The Japanese Cult Film Companion) celebrate the life and work of Shonen Magazine editor Shoji Otomo (1936-1973) who revolutionized pro-otaku culture with his vision of kaiju anatomy art!
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Bomb and death threats faxed to universities and high schools across Japan
Akihabara’s immigrant-founded kebab landmark is closing down for good after more than a decade
Japanese police file charges against illegal anime girl huggy pillow cover seller
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In the second part of our Year in Review, Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (TokyoScope: The Japanese Cult Film Companion) take one final look back at the highs and lows of life in Japan from August to December 2022. Some rants about Makoto Shinkai and Studio Ghibli follow, as does the Shakey's Pizza theme song.
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Women selling their used masks
Coming of Age Day Attack in Kitakyushu
Family Restaurant Saizeriya will not raise prices
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It's a new year, but Matt Alt (Pure Invention: How Japan Made the Modern World) and Patrick Macias (TokyoScope: The Japanese Cult Film Companion) take one final look back at the highs and lows of life in Japan in 2022 from January to July. Some talk about Madballs and Shogun Warriors ensues.
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Series of burglaries target pricey Pokémon cards in Tokyo
McDonald's Japan raises prices on 80% of menu items
Vintage Japanese Toy Sells for $200k+
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