Ugh, what do I even say about this conclusion other than it’s so painfully anime. Continue reading →

So let me get this straight: a giant computing structure is being built beneath everyone’s noses, and it is immensely resource intensive: “If there’s not enough steam, use the civilian supply.” Yeah, I’d say that’s a little on the nose. Continue reading →

This episode is all about awkward couples getting things off their chest. It’s all about saying what you need to say — what you should’ve said — a long time ago. And yet, Inako clearly hasn’t spoken to Kihachi since the incident on the boat. When he comes up in a conversation, all she can do is pout. These kids are so awkward. Continue reading →

Seeing Yosuke towering over Inako at the ball to celebrate their impending marriage, the contrast couldn’t be more apparent. She’s decked from head to bottom in traditional Japanese wedding garb. He dons a flashy purple suit. The anxiety at the heart of the story has always been a steady undercurrent since the first episode, but never has it been laid bare like this for us to see: can Japan modernize without losing its national and cultural identity? Continue reading →

Jinemon finally gives his daughter a way out: if Inako truly doesn’t want to go through with marrying Yosuke, then she and Kihachi need to hand over the Electrical Catalog. Whaaaaaat? Continue reading →