Thursday 31 July 2014

Universal Studios in Osaka to exhibit "Attack on Titan" attractions and more

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Have you ever wondered about horrors experienced by the people within the walls when they encounter human-devouring titans?


Well, you won’t exactly experience the same feeling, but it’s very close with the upcoming Attack on Titan exhibition to be held in Universal Studios in Osaka.


The theme park will have a ride called “Shingeki no Kyojin The Real” which promises the “terror and despair” felt by the protagonists of the popular 2013 TV anime.


This grand event is part of the “Universal Cool Japan” exhibition which will be held from January 23 until May 10 next year. Other attractions will also be featured, including displays from Neon Genesis Evangelion, Resident Evil and Monster Hunter.



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Universal Studios in Osaka to exhibit "Attack on Titan" attractions and more

"Psycho-Pass: New Edit Version" episode 4 skipped due to recent Nagasaki murder case

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The recent murder case in which a female student murdered her classmate shocked not only Japan, but also the entire world. And with this saddening incident, Psycho-Pass producers decided to omit the 4th episode of the New Edit Version which has scenes of juvenile crimes.


The website only states “schedule reasons,” but the official Twitter account of the TV anime has a detailed explanation:



Crunchyroll translation:


“It is decided that the content of the 4th chapter of ‘Psycho-Pass: New Edit Version,’ which was scheduled to be aired this week, is not appropriate to air in the current situation, so we have moved up the 5th episode instead. We ask for your kind understanding. There is no plan for the episode to be aired in the future.”


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"Psycho-Pass: New Edit Version" episode 4 skipped due to recent Nagasaki murder case

First portable monitor for the PS4 by HORI now on sale

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HORI, a game accessory manufacturer in Japan, released the first full HD monitor specifically designed for the PlayStation 4 today.


Gamers can now bring their console and play games wherever they want to. It conveniently folds down like a laptop screen. However, you still need a power outlet to be able to use your PS4 and the portable monitor.


Here are the specs of the Full HD Liquid Crystal Monitor:


  • Size: 11″ wide

  • External measurements: 279mm x 275; 8mm x 28mm

  • Weight: 1.2 kilograms

  • Full screen resolution: 1920×3 (RGB) x 1080

  • Display color: 18 bit color (262,144 colors)

  • Maximum brightness: 350cd/m2

  • Response time: 25ms TYP

  • Video input: HDMI x 2

  • Audio output: internal stereo speakers and two headphone jacks

  • Resolution: 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

  • Power source: attached AC adaptor DC 12V/2A

  • Electricity usage: 24W max

The liquid crystal monitor for the PS4 can be ordered on Play-Asia for 304.99 USD (380.46 SGD).


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First portable monitor for the PS4 by HORI now on sale

Wednesday 30 July 2014

BL anime "Junjou Romantica" gets a third season

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Fans of the boys’ love anime Junjou Romantica shall witness more love stories of its three couples. On the 18th volume of the manga there is an announcement of a third season of the TV anime.


Its first two season aired from April to December 2008, each one spanning 12 episodes. Junjou Romantica also has an OVA released in 2012.


The manga by Shungiku Nakamura  is still ongoing and currently has 18 volumes in print. The story focuses on the main couple Misaki Takahashi and Akihiko Usami with side stories on Hiroki Kamijou x Nowaki Kusama (Junjou egoist), and Yo Miyagi x Shinobu Takatsuki (Junjou terrorist).


The third season is planned for 2015.


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BL anime "Junjou Romantica" gets a third season

Doga Kobo introduces its original project: BREETSCHLAG

BREETSCHLAG Doga Kobo introduces its original project: BREETSCHLAG


Anime production company Doga Kobo has announced its latest project and it’s an original one. The project is called BREETSCHLAG, and a few info is out on the studio’s official website.


It will feature magical-themed battles with the use of tablets. The heroine is a young girl named Seira Kazuki. There are still no details about its story so we’ll have to wait for an update.


The key visual above was created by Takuya Fujima, the illustrator behind DOG DAYS and Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha ViVid. The official goods including tapestries, binders, badges and storage boxes will be sold in Comic Market 86 at pixiv’s booth (No.541).


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"Attack on Titan" live-action film split into two parts, cast members revealed

The live-action movie adaptation of Attack on Titan will be split into two parts. Both are slated for a summer 2015 premiere.


Previously, only Haruma Miura was announced as the main lead. This time, a list of cast members was finally revealed:


  • Haruma Miura (Shota Kazehaya in Kimi ni Todoke)

  • Hiroki Hasegawa (Shu Koibuchi in Princess Jellyfish)

  • Kiko Mizuhara (The shaman in Trick The Movie: Last Stage)

  • Kanata Hongō (Jōichiro Nishi in Gantz)

  • Takahiro Miura (Hansuke Doi in Ninja Kids!!!)

  • Nanami Sakuraba (Asumi Kamogawa in Twin Spica)

  • Satoru Matsuo (Noboru Itami in Thermae Romae)

  • Satomi Ishihara (Akane Ayukawa in Sadako 3D)

  • Pierre Taki (Pierre in Linda Linda Linda)

  • Jun Kunimura (Boss Tanaka in Kill Bill: Vol. 1)

  • Shu Watanabe (Eiji Hino / Kamen Rider OOO in Kamen Rider x Kamen Rider Wizard & Fourze Movie Taisen Ultimatum)

  • Ayame Misaki (Escape in Tokumei Sentai Go-Busters)

  • Rina Takeda (Kei Tsuchiya in High Kick Girl!)

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The original manga author Hajime Isayama is supervising the new characters, story and the film’s formidable enemy.


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"Attack on Titan" live-action film split into two parts, cast members revealed

Japan launches its latest anti-piracy measure: MAG Project

mag project Japan launches its latest anti piracy measure: MAG Project


Japan’s  Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) officially launched its MAG(Manga-Anime Guardians) Project today. This movement aims to stop piracy by getting fans enjoy their favorite anime or manga only through legal means.


According to a statement released by METI, the ministry will start monitoring and removing copies of arounf 580 anime and manga works illegally distributed online.


The official website of the Manga-Anime Guardians Project (http://manga-anime-here.com/) lists these works and provides links to legal distributors.


Aside from launching the website, a special video clip was uploaded via YouTube. The video contains anime and manga characters saying “Thank you” in Japanese:



You can get more information about this project through the following links:


http://manga-anime-here.com/guardians


http://www.meti.go.jp/english/press/2014/0730_01.html


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SGCafe goes to Wonder Festival 2014 (Summer) Part III: How to survive WonFes

2014′s final Wonder Festival may already be over, but the experience me and fellow SGCafe writer Zenko had had was simply unforgettable. We made several minor mistakes at the event, but we treated it as part of an awesome learning experience, and we would like to impart a few of the things we have learned in our very first Wonder Festival.


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First, before going there, make sure you wake up early and stock up on things to drink to keep yourself hydrated, especially during the Summer WonFes. You have to wake up early because others have camped out during the night to be the very first ones in line to buy the event-exclusive items. We arrived there two hours before the event and the line to get in was already too long.


You also have to drink lots of fluids, especially that long wait under the sun. And when you get inside, the air conditioner will get you reprieve from the heat for a bit, but the sea of humanity inside will make it hot once everyone is inside. Also, the lines for both the vending machines and the food booths are long, so stocking up on water, juice, or sports drinks would be great.


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It would also be very wise to come with somebody to the event. Going at it alone will hold you back, but if you have someone with you, he/she can cover the areas you are missing. So you want to buy the exclusives from Good Smile Company and Medicom? Have your partner line-up at Medicom’s booth while you do GSC. In the case for me and Zenko, we also split the work as she lined up for the booths while I took pictures. Teamwork is necessary and I am very thankful she was there with me inside Makuhari Messe.


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Taking pictures of the Wonder Festival figure displays has its own rules to follow. First, and most important is to wait your turn. There are a few displays which seem like a mess when it comes to the people taking pictures, but please be respectful to those who have come before you as it may not seem like it, but there is a first-come, first-serve basis. Some displays also have proper ques, especially in GSC’s booths. Naturally, if you see one, then fall in line until you see the figure.


There are also several figures which are not allowed to be photographed. A staff member is right beside the figure guarding it so be careful. Some of them can be identified easily as their names are written in red. Names written in black are ok red ones are a no go.


You also have to be very fast if you want to take a picture as some of the figures will be taken out of the display area after a few hours.


Wonder Festival’s true stars may be the independent garage kit builders who show up during the event to make a name for themselves. Do not be afraid of them as each person who would visit their booths will make them very happy. They are also very nice people who will not hesitate to accommodate you.


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The figures and indies may be the main course, but there are cosplayers during the event as well. There are a few unwritten rules when taking photos of them though, and they must be followed strictly.


Like the figures, you have to wait your turn when taking photos of them. Don’t worry, they will be more than happy to pose for you… Some cosplayers  however are so popular that the Que would be worth more than an hour.


There are also cosplayers walking around the event, however, some of them may not pose for a picture as they may be just taking a break and enjoying the event. There is also a rest area for cosplayers, so whatever you do, never ask them for pictures when they are there. There are some cosplayers like Space Dandy who won’t mind though, just be polite and ask.


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Finally, bringing kids is OK, however, there is an adult-only area for the event so do be careful not to let them wander off near that area. They have an ID check though, and people over 18 can enter.


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SGCafe goes to Wonder Festival 2014 (Summer) Part III: How to survive WonFes

Tuesday 29 July 2014

ToAru teams up with Tokyo Verdy soccer team

One of the many announcements made at WonFes this year during the various Nico streams going on involved the return of A Certain Scientific Railgun, or To Aru as it teams up with th Tokyo Verdy soccer team.



A Certain series’ ‘s Mikoto Misaka may not seem the soccer type, but the latest collaboration between anime and sports has her hitting the green.


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Starting in November fans of both soccer and ToAru’s Mikoto Misaka will be able to get their hands on a set of collaborative jerseys featuring Tokyo Verdy’s signature green.


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Mikoto may be the one taking the field, but jerseys will also be available for Kuroko, Kazari and Ruiko as well. Each will cost 18,000 yen and can be ordered at Verdy’s official website until August 24.


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Of course the collaboration isn’t just a couple of jerseys. The real kick off event will be on November 1 when the team starts it’s season off against Sapporo. Tickets are on sale throughout August, and will net you the chance to see a good game plus Rina Satou and Satomi Arai. Rina provides the voice of Mikoto, while Satomi is in charge of major filmography for both ToAru series.


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Which jersey do you really want?


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ToAru teams up with Tokyo Verdy soccer team

Fate/strange fake getting a full series

It may have started as an April Fool’s prank in TYPE-MOON, but now Fate/strange fake is getting a very real serialization.



WonFes wasn’t the only event going on this weekend, as the Fate Project team also held a conference showing off their plans for this year. One of those plans includes the continuation of Fate/strange fake, which will go from short story to full light novel and manga series sometime this winter. Much like the short story it’s based on, TYPE-MOON will be collaborating with Dengeki Bunko for both forms.


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Shizuki Morii is returning as the artist for the manga series, after illustrating the prank version. Also, unlike past series this one will be set in the American west, and focuses on the idea of a “hero” being corrupted, resulting in no real heroes. Some familiar faces will of course be returning, such as Gilgamesh. Here’s a peak at what his manga form will look like.


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Will you be picking up the series when it starts in the winter?


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Casting revealed for Death Note the Musical

Back in December we found out that Death Note would be getting a musical adaptation set for 2015, and now we know who will be playing Light Yagami.



Light is probably best known for his dramatic poses, so fans are probably hoping his role will be in good hands and it is. It’s in two sets of hands, in fact, as Light’s role is being double cast, meaning there will be two different actors set to play him at different performances.


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The first actor will be Kenji Urai, who made his professional debut in Kamen Rider Kuuga. After that, he went on to star as the sixth generation Tuxedo Mask in the Sailor Moon musical, so you know he’ll be able to handle all the elaborate poses Light tends to strike.


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The second actor will be Hayato Kakizawa who garnered a lot of attention with his most recent role in Kaiji 2.


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The musical will not only be touring Japan, but will also be heading to Korea for several performance next year.


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Casting revealed for Death Note the Musical

Monday 28 July 2014

Kadokawa"s Comiket Sword Art Online II goods

If you think it would be awesome to take the world of Sword Art Online with you to dreamland, then Kadokawa’s booth at this year’s Summer Comiket will have you covered. Kirito has made a previous appearance on sheets as part of Ascii Media Works’ goods for the show before, but this time he’s being featured his new avatar from Gun Gale Online.kiritosheet 412x500 Kadokawas Comiket Sword Art Online II goods Asuna is also being featured, along with her Undine avatar from Alfheim Online, on a dakimakura cover. dakimakuraundineasuna Kadokawas Comiket Sword Art Online II goods The fan favorite sniper Sinon will also be appearing alongside her real life player, the highschooler Shino. sniperdakimakura Kadokawas Comiket Sword Art Online II goods Each will be available during this year’s Comiket at booth number 561. Which would you want to pick up if you could go?


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Kadokawa"s Comiket Sword Art Online II goods

Shanghai Metro features Love Live!

From now until August 20 the Shanghai metro line is giving Chinese Love Live! fans the same treatment Japanese ones usually get with several trains showing off the members of μ’s.



Shanghai Metro LIne Number 2 Line is reaching for it’s dreams with this Love Live! wrapping, which features every member of  μ’s.


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Each car on the train will have it’s own set of girls, so it will take some timing to get on the car featuring the idol you enjoy the most. Odd numbered cars will feature the founding members Honoka, Kotori and Umi, while even number cars will have the additional members, like the idol who will make you smile Nico and ballerina turned idol Eli.


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For comparison here’s a shot of the train fans in Japan were able to ride on JR’s Yamanote loop line.


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Which car would you line up for if you were in Shanghai?


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Shanghai Metro features Love Live!

Sunday 27 July 2014

SGCafe goes to Wonder Festival 2014 (Summer) part II: The Cosplayers and non-figure displays

Wonder Festival ain’t just about the figures and garage kits, but it is also a time for when cosplayers from not only Japan but there were some foreigners as well. As me and fellow SGCafe writer Zenko continued our WonFes 2014 (Summer) journey, we now take a look at several of the cosplayers present during the event.


One of the cosplayers who got a lot of attention was this Space Dandy Cosplayer who got into a tussle with Good Smile Company’s recently unveiled mutant cockroach from the upcoming SciFi thriller, Terra Formars. Even the Winderful Hobby Life For You booth staff were laughing out loud with his antics, and he was more than kind enough to pose for us too!


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There were also plenty of booth cosplayers during the event, like Asuna and a few others, including this one cosplaying Rokujyoma no Shinryakusha!?’s resident ghost, Sanae Higashihongan.


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Here are the other cosplayers who have posed for our cameras during WonFes:


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The event also featured plenty of displays, most of which came from the Good Smile Company group’s Wonderful Hobby Life For You booth. It includes a life-size Chamber Head + cockpit from Gargantia on the Verdurous Planet, a Knights of Sidonia bike, and Good Smile Racing’s latest race car.


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SGCafe goes to Wonder Festival 2014 (Summer) part II: The Cosplayers and non-figure displays