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Tag: Chiba

Hourou Musuko, Chapter 7: Church is the Best Place to Pick Up Girls

If you’re going to be here [at church], I guess I’ll come every week, too. – Fumiya Ninomiya to Chiba Saori Hourou Musuko is one of my favorite anime series (I liked it so much that I ranked it number one among those that came out last year).  As such, I decided to begin reading… Read More Hourou Musuko, Chapter 7: Church is the Best Place to Pick Up Girls

01.02.201201.01.2012 Twwk9 Comments

Hourou Musuko Episode 07: A Little Empathy

Hourou Musuko has totally captured my heart.  Each episode leaves me wanting more, while reveling in the joy of the what I’ve just seen.  Episode 7 (“Rosy Cheeks ~Growing Pains~) was no different.  I really enjoyed the pairing of Nitori and Anna; they’re such a weird coupling, which I find wonderful.  I’m also a fan… Read More Hourou Musuko Episode 07: A Little Empathy

03.04.2011 Twwk7 Comments

Hourou Musuko Episode 04: A Prayer from the Heart

At the end of episode four of Hourou Musuko, a scene occured which took me by surprise (in a good way).  Chiba heads toward a facility – at first, we’re unsure of what it is, but it soon becomes clear that it is some sort of church or cathedral.  There, she bows and prays. Dear… Read More Hourou Musuko Episode 04: A Prayer from the Heart

02.07.201110.27.2011 Twwk12 Comments

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