On this episode we get together to speak about Akira Toriyama's passing and speak about our favorite Dragon Ball moments. Rest In Peace to an absolute legend. Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew由Kanpai Crew

Time to talk about our favorite protagonists in anime! Let us know what yours are and if our opinions are trash!! Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) - Start! News: Ohio anime convention bans non-anime/manga cosplay, VTuber tourism ambassadors and more! (00:15:48) - Our favorite protagonists! (01:03:39) - End…

We talk about what came out of Jump Festa! This one took a while to get out so if it seems like its from a month ago oops! Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) - Start! (00:09:00) - News! OTK co-founder leaves, Jump Festa announcements (00:41:10) - Adaptations (00:52:22) - Cat appearance! Then more anime talk Music: Toky…

In this gigantic episode we talk about some news and our experience at Anime NYC this year! Follow us at our socials down below! Our podcast! - https://www.instagram.com/kanpaicrew Jen! - https://www.instagram.com/_intrapers0nal Samir! - https://www.instagram.com/thesoulegacy (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:34) - News! Ash’s Journey coming to an end, Jum…

Dan and Bryan talk about the absolute banger of a Fall anime season we've had, and dive into what's coming up this Winter! Let us know what you've been watching! Timestamps: (00:00:00) - Start! (00:01:00) - News! Demon Slayer Special (00:05:52) - Crunchyroll changing categories for Anime Awards (00:14:53) - Fortnite x My Hero Academia (00:16:22) - …

In this episode we cover some news and in the timestamped section we give our full spoiler thoughts on My Hero Academia up to chapter 371! Be sure to check out our YouTube channel, we'll be posting content from Anime NYC! https://links.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) - Start! Bryan Saw One Piece: Red (00:08:04) - News! New Godzilla project, S…

On this episode we talk about some recent news (as well as our own exciting news) and discuss our thoughts on Cyberpunk: Edgerunners! Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) - Start, what we’ve been up to (00:10:38) - News: Tokyo Revengers ending soon! (00:16:09) - Hunter x Hunter returns!! (00:20:05) - Jimmy’s terrible Sta…

Dan and Jimmy talk about some not so recent news and go through a shōnen protagonist fight scenario!! Sorry for the delay! The audio for this episode unfortunately got messed up for the majority of it, we tried to fix it but it was better off how it started. Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) - Start! What we’ve been w…

Bryan goes into a trance and recites the whole Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero movie from memory! We talk about some recent news and review the movie, there's a spoiler free section first then full spoilers! Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:06:48) - New York Renaissance Faire (00:11:28) - One Punch Man Seas…

This episode we talk with our friend who is an actual anime fan, Samir! You can find him on social media as TheSouLegacy! (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:48) - How Samir got into anime (00:02:40) - RWBY talk (00:07:36) - Samir’s favorite anime: Clannad: After Story (00:10:03) - JoJo, My Hero Academia (00:13:45) - Disney+ Bleach TYBW streaming rights rumo…

It's been a while! In this episode we talk about what we've been up to and what's been going on in anime news! Timestamps: (00:00:00) - What we’ve been up to! (00:26:00) - Yu-Gi-Oh! creator passes away (00:28:09) - Toei considers legal action against illegal uploads of Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero (00:32:12) - One Piece (00:36:15) - Kaguya Sama: L…

We talk about the past couple weeks of anime news! Timestamps: (00:00:00) Start (00:03:28) News Section: Mob Pyscho Season 3 gets October release (00:09:19) Seven Deadly Sins sequel manga gets anime adaptation (00:15:33) Pokémon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl highest selling Pokémon remakes (00:31:12) Dragon Ball super: Super Hero new trailers! (0…

We talk about Spring anime we're watching or want to watch! Timestamps: (00:00:00) Start! (00:00:30) Sailor Moon getting two part film (00:01:41) Black Clover takes a break before final arc (00:04:44) 10th Anniversary Haikyuu!! One shot (00:06:28) Sailor Moon 30th Anniversary Museum Exhibit (00:08:59) Castle Point Anime Convention (00:15:06) Wit St…

We allll know Shōnen is the chicken tenders of anime, so in this episode we discuss our top three chicken tenders!! (Shōnen anime) Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Intro/News (00:22:04) Our top 3 Shōnen! (00:24:00) Bryan’s number three: Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (00:34:27) Jimmy’s number three: Kuroku no Basuk…

Bryan, Dan and Jen talk about their time at Katsucon this year and anime conventions in general! (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:51) News Section! Black Clover getting new movie (00:03:00) Toei Entertainment hacked (00:04:52) Tokyo Mew Mew co-creator passes (00:06:46) Some Spring anime we’re excited for (00:09:44) Bryan finished reading Demon Slayer! (00:1…

We look to answer the age old question: who can beat up our big dumb lovable child-neglecting warrior Goku?! This is definitely a topic we'll return to! Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Start (00:01:13) Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out! gets second season (00:02:47) KomiCan’t Communicate gets second season (00:03:50) Bry…

This is a big one! We talk about the most recent Nintendo Direct, our opinions so far on Pokémon Legends: Arceus, and follow up on the Crunchyroll Anime Awards with the winners! *Anime spoilers for Attack on Titan and Demon Slayer* Timestamps: (00:00:00) Start! (00:01:00) News section (00:14:37) Attack on Titan and Demon Slayer lately *SPOILERS* (0…

In this special episode, Sid is here to join us! As another member of the Asakadai SQWAD, Sid's here to share with us his story studying at Rikkyo, and all of the usual Asakadai shenanigans that occurs. Enjoy! Timestamps [00:00:00] Lock your doors people! [00:03:44] Introducing: Sid [00:05:46] Sid's Yokai of the week [00:08:53] Superstitions exist …

In this episode, we talk about happy memories! What makes us happy? How did it evolve over time? Norm and Holly take a tip down memory lane as we look back at our happiest memories growing up, and how it eventually evolved into gratitude over time. Also, we talk about what an e-boy Yokai would look like...so look forward to that chemical romance! T…

In this episode, we dive into the wonderful world of love hotels! Exploring the concept of sex in Japan, the convenience of these buildings and all the crazy themes that exist there, Norm and Holly go design their own while navigating around this wonderfully uncomfortable topic. Enjoy! Timestamps [00:00:00] Intro, Priming for Lust [00:02:36] Dealin…

The annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards are upon us! We go through the nominations and give our thoughts as well as our own choices! Our Content: https://linkr.bio/KanpaiCrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Start and news! (00:12:20) Anime Awards, Best film (00:14:45) Best Fantasy (00:17:27) Best Romance (00:20:08) Best Drama (00:21:56) Best Comedy (00:24:55) B…

New Year new episode! We talk about some of our favorite powers and power-ups in anime! Be sure to like, subscribe, share, comment and drink plenty of water! Timestamps: (00:00:00) How the end of our year went! (00:07:35) Dan was disappointed with takt op (00:08:57) Komi Can’t Communicate (00:09:52) We’re not big fans of fan service (00:14:11) News…

In this episode, we talk about crimes: what compels us to break rules and face potential punishment. After the Joker event that happened during Halloween in Tokyo, both hosts talk about compulsions, rationales and more, in societies that may ultimately fail to support those in need. Timestamps [00:00:00] Life before masks [00:01:33] Introducing cri…

Our last episode of the year! We look back on all the anime we've watched, and what we've done in our personal lives. Happy Holidays! Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Intro/what we’ve done this year (00:16:24) News - The Devil is a Part-Timer Season 2 (00:17:50) Screenwriter Keiko Nobumoto passes (00:19:55) Designer …

Dan, Jimmy and Bryan discuss some current topics and what they're looking forward to for winter anime! Our Links: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Start (00:00:33) Omicron at Omi-Con (00:02:55) Final Fantasy XIV Has 25 Million Registered Accounts (and other Final Fantasy talk) (00:10:43) Anti-Scalping Bill & Sony Gamepass Competi…

We went to Anime NYC! Join Bryan, Jimmy, Dan and Jen as they discuss their time at the convention. Our links: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Start and Thanksgiving talk (00:06:25) Spy x Family anime announced (00:07:17) Made in Abyss season two announced (00:08:58) Seven Seas claims Tokyo Revengers physical release rights (00:1…

In this episode, we talk about anime! But not just the Narutos, One Pieces, and Bleaches: we talked about the childhood anime that we grew up with, our relationship with anime fans (aka. weaboos), and the real implications of what each of the genres represent. This isn't a discussion for everyone unless you're a fan of cultural implications and ant…

We discuss our favorite villains with our first guest, Dan's wife Jen! There are plenty of spoilers so check the timestamps for characters you don't want spoiled on you! Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Start! How Jen got into anime (00:05:54) One Piece news and other (00:11:33) Villains! (00:12:26) Demon King Piccol…

Bryan, Jimmy and Dan give their opinions on Star Wars: Visions! Follow our content here: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Start! (00:02:23) Bryan saw Eternals (00:05:17) Review Bombing (00:10:25) All You Need is Kill (00:14:46) What Dan’s been watching and scams (00:23:07) Finally, Star Wars Visions! (00:24:24) Episode 1: The Due…

Jimmy and Dan talk about some of their favorite supporting characters in anime and give their initial impressions on takt op.Destiny! Follow our content here: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:35) Takt op.Destiny (00:04:05) Jimmy’s reading One Piece (00:08:46) Watching vs Reading (00:10:50) Favorite Supporting Cast: V…

Happy Halloween! In this week's episode we're exploring the wonderful world of trick-or-treating and how that's played out in Japan as well as our home countries! Timestamps 00:00 Intro 1:33 Exploring our old halloween costumes 5:15 The beautiful Yokai of the Week 12:40 Would ghosts survive well in modern Japan? 20:25 Our earliest memories of Hallo…

This episode is all about food! From our spiciest memories with ramen to 'The Incident', Norm and Holly share their food misadventures throughout Tokyo! Timestamps 00:00 Intro 2:32 Yokai of the week 5:03 When objects gain a soul of their own 11:53 What items should come alive in modern society? 18:26 Books to be transported to 23:12 Rating the Prin…

In this episode, we talk about what to know, bring, and research when moving to Japan! From things you don't need to bring to necessary recommendations and logistics to consider, we give you the rundown on what you need to set up ASAP! WARNING: This episode contains graphic themes, namely because of our chosen Yokai of the week. If you're not a fan…

Dan, Jimmy and Bryan discuss New York Comic Con, Disney+ getting into anime, and more! Follow our content here: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Intro (00:02:05) Demon Slyer Mugen Train Arc (00:09:46) Attack On Titan trailer (00:13:42) Cowboy Bebop Live Action Japanese Dub (00:16:17) Chainsaw Man wins best manga (00:18:43) Tokyo …

Dan, Bryan and Jimmy go through some of their favorite anime and anime-adjacent video games! Follow our content here: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Intro and stuff (00:18:47) Anime Games! (00:19:38) Dragon Ball FighterZ (00:23:45) Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 2 & 3 (00:28:00) Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot (00:31:20) Dragon Ball Z…

In this episode, we'll be talking all about wanderlust: the effects of travel on us and how it changes the way we look at the world. We take a trip down memory lane, with memories of our first times travelling. We talked about our assumptions of Japanese people and had them broken down as soon as we arrived there. Plenty of introspection happening …

In this episode, we talk about our backgrounds, why we wanted to start this podcast, uncovering the reality of living abroad in Tokyo, and exploring topics we can talk about further down the line! Timestamps 08:00 How Norm and Holly met the first time 12:13 Getting into a new exchange semester is difficult 16:16 Team SMESH and empty champagne bottl…

In this episode, we talk about convenience stores! Not only do we cover our favorite brands, we share our experiences using them and how convenience functions as the backbone of Japanese society. Taking a fun topic and zooming it out to a macro perspective, how does a culture provide convenience for you and how does that reflect your place in socie…

In this episode, we talk about drinking culture! From nomikais to nomihoudais, why people drink so much and the expectations of drinking in working society. We take a look at how it affects our habits as well as what Japanese culture deems mandatory! Timestamps: 3:25 Alcohol is very cheap + Norm's drinking strategies 11:46 Comparing experiences in …

We're going to take it slow this episode and talk about burnout, fleeting friendships, finding your support system, and the desperation we can get to when we're trying to find our way back 'home'. This is not a light-hearted episode, and though we talk about our experiences in Japan, we also talk about how to cope with ourselves before and after it…

In this episode we talk about superstitions, believes and Yokai! How do demons affect the way that we behave? What were the journeys that both co-hosts went through to gain a better understanding of themselves? And why is the Shirime the one true god? From hot waterfall daddies to butt eyes, please enjoy the episode! Timestamps 2:30 Do you believe …

Bryan, Dan and Jimmy discuss the Mario movie casting and some of their favorite anime movies! Follow our content here: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:55) Mario movie casting (00:08:43) Cowboy Bebop Live Action (00:11:18) Death Note Live Action (00:14:25) Reedus and the Fetus? (00:19:20) First Episode Release Celebr…

Dan, Jimmy and Bryan talk about some of their favorite anime outfits (the drip) as well as their favorite Pokémon games! Our Links: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew Timestamps: (00:00:00) Intro and banter (00:12:46) Mysterious loofa (00:17:13) The drip! (00:38:28) Pokétalk (01:07:08) Is Dan's cat a time-traveler or just dumb? (01:25:40) End Music: Toky…

In this episode, Dan and Jimmy talk about a few anime characters who just didn't quite do it for them, and talk about other nerd stuff! Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew由Kanpai Cast

Dan, Bryan and Jimmy discuss some of their favorite anime intros, the Crunchyroll acquisition by Funimation/Sony and more! Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew由Kanpai Cast

The very first episode! In this episode Dan, Bryan, and Jimmy discuss getting into anime and other unimportant things! Our content: https://linkr.bio/kanpaicrew由Kanpai Cast

Coming up: a show between two co-hosts who like to talk about all things Japan, society, culture, and all the yabai stuff in between. To be released in September!由Kanpai Kronicles

Gesu no Kiwami Otome. - Ryoseibai Catch-up / Top 5 of 2015 / Gesu Released: 2016-03-04, RunTime: 51min41sec Download [MP3] We're back! After 3 long years of random GK:AD episodes and general apathy, the full episodes of GK are coming back on (hopefully) a monthly basis. Please support us with your love! **SPOILER ALERT** Here are each of our Top 5 …