Pragmata: A Lone Wolf and Cub Story in Deep Space

Capcom has finally released the sci-fi action game Pragmata, and after spending significant time in its hauntingly beautiful w

Pikmin Terrarium Collection

If you’ve been following my journey here on Jamaipanese.com, you know that I went from a Pikmin newbie to a full-blown f

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection

My 1st game in the MH Stories series. I am a not-so-casual mainline Monster Hunter fan. I tried MH Stories 1 and 2, but the ch

Studying Japanese with Games: MH Stories 3 Cutscene Breakdown

Recently I have been trying to start studying Japanese with video games again. Some would say I lack discipline, but I find st

I sort of met Goku

Goku; the hero of planet earth, originally sent from Planet Vegeta to conquer us, but now the greatest warrior in the universe

Japanese Folktales for Language Learners

The never-ending quest to improve my Japanese continues. After plateauing again because much of my brain power was focused on

Life Logger – Python Project Update

A couple of years ago, my interest in personal data security combined with learning the Python programming language birthed Li

Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine Goshuin x 2

Recently, I collected two Goshuin (shrine stamps) at Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine on the grounds of Hiroshima Castle the morning of

Takamatsu Shinmei-jinja Shrine Goshuin

Takamatsu Shinmei-jinja Shrine was apparently built in the year 941! It has hundreds of years of history and has seen it being

Sekiro: No Defeat anime announced

Sekiro (and anime) fans rejoice! An anime adaptation of Sekiro Shadows Die Twice was announced for Crunchyroll, and it looks a

Bon Bon Show – Podcast about Japan, Video Games and more

I have worked on various podcasts and audio shows over the years. However, the Bon Bon Show is special. It’s a collabora

Superman 2025

Superman has seen almost as many reboots, spinoffs, TV series, animations etc as Spider-Man. The Superman 2025 movie reboot is

JAL Wing Collection

I learned one thing from that LAX to Narita leg of my 1st trip; booked via American Airlines but flown by Japan Airlines. It w

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a Game of the Year contender

I finally used that free Xbox Game pass trial that came with my new(ish?) gaming laptop and spend hours enjoying Clair Obscur:

Monster Hunter Wilds after 100 hours

Monster Hunter Wilds launched almost two months ago. After more 100 hours, I can honestly say it has been a wonderful experien

Model Trains = Fishtanks but cooler

Having a model train set and a miniature railroad is so soothing. It’s kind of like why people have fish tanks but coole

Games Like Full Spectrum Warrior will never be made again

Full Spectrum Warrior is a tactical action game I have been playing on Twitch (@Jamaiplays) recently. In it, the US Army (and

Pokemon TCG Pocket – gotta collect them all

I have said it already many times how the Pokemon franchise was a pillar of my childhood. While many “ageing” mill

Planet Crafter – space survival open world terraforming crafting game

Planet Crafter is a very interesting game that describes itself as β€œa space survival open world terraforming crafting game.β

The Rings of Power – Season 2 Teaser Trailer

A new teaser trailer dropped for season two of The Rings of Power recently and I am intrigued. Season one had mixed reviews bu

Granblue Fantasy Relink

Granblue Fantasy Relink is the best action RPG I’ve played since Elden Ring. Many comparisons have already been made between

Legendary manga artist and character designer Akira Toriyama passes away

Mr Akira Toriyama is a legend in the field of manga. He has worked on many manga, video games and other forms of media but my

House of Ninjas

Before checking out House of Ninja, I hadn’t watched a Japanese Drama in years. Previous attempts to get Back in J-drama

MSI GF63 – My new Gaming Laptop

Six years ago I got myself a gaming laptop for my Christmas/New Year’s gift to myself. The Dell Inspiron 7577 served me