UlasanAnime.com – The Omonomono Newsletter for June 8, 2021, brings a mix of industry news, personal reflections, and event updates for anime enthusiasts. The author notes a personal coincidence of seeing A-Rod on television recently.
The newsletter kicks off with a “This Past Week” section, highlighting significant announcements and news items. A major point of excitement for the author was Kurocon announcing Azusa Tadokoro as a guest. Tadokoro, a singer and voice actress, is set to participate in a Q&A session at the convention.
Further news includes Zack Snyder expressing interest in making anime-based films, which the author finds amusing. The popular series “Pui Pui Molcar” is slated for an MX4D compilation film, though the author laments not being able to attend.
Industry data from AJA shows that 6.5% fewer TV anime were produced in 2020, yet the overall anime market is described as “doing gangbusters.” Fans of Gundam Seed will be pleased to hear that director Mitsuo Fukuda has confirmed a new film will be a sequel to “Destiny.”
A discussion on the licensing of anime for streaming in China is also highlighted, referencing an Anime News Network (ANN) staffer’s insights. This is linked to a broader conversation about the influence of Chinese streaming platforms on anime production schedules.
Otakon is proceeding with a physical event in early August, requiring masks but not proof of vaccination. The author is undecided about attending, weighing personal comfort and safety concerns against the desire to participate in a leisure activity. The decision-making process for conventions during the transition out of pandemic restrictions is noted as a significant challenge.
The newsletter touches upon the removal of voice actors Sean Chiplock and Joe Zieja from the game “Mr. Love: Queen’s Choice,” labeling it potentially as “cancel culture” and linking it to Western sentiment towards China. The author acknowledges that while not necessarily cancel culture, it reflects broader geopolitical sentiments.
IDOLM@STER Million Live Theater Days is preparing for its 4th anniversary with a stream and upcoming festivities. The newsletter mentions the ongoing Famitsu survey, the release of the anniversary event song and MV, and plans for more outfits, gacha, and a UX refresh. The anniversary event is scheduled for July 4th, which conflicts with the Kurocon weekend.
Megalobox Season 2 is praised, with the author recommending a creator interview and the show itself. A humorous note is made about one of the writers living in Warabi, Saitama.
An incident where “Love Live! Superstar!!” staff referenced a real-life cafe without prior consideration is mentioned, framing it as a “pilgrimage gone bad.”
The author also recommends a YouTube video, stating it was great to watch in real-time. Another piece of positive news is the upcoming theatrical release of “Shirobako: The Movie” in North America on August 10th, which the author eagerly anticipates.
Concluding the news section, the author expresses disappointment with the “Fate/Grand Carnival” comedy OVA’s opening sequence, calling it “whitewashing” and a reason they will no longer be a customer for such content, despite acknowledging the appeal of seiyuu singing the song.
The “On the Mind” section delves into personal reflections and ongoing interests. The author enjoyed the free Hatsune Miku show. Voice actress Minami Tsuda is mentioned, with the author noting her infrequent but cherished blog updates, particularly around her birthday.
Shiina Natsukawa’s “Culture Z” radio show is also a recent enjoyment, with its timing being nearly perfect for the author’s schedule. A YouTube clip is shared, which the author feels applies to Tsuda.
The author feels the “Umamusume” phenomenon is slowing down but continues to play daily. They express a desire for stronger SSR supports or new horses, noting recent bad luck with gacha pulls and gem spending. The possibility of saving for a “spark” instead of continuous spending is considered.
The Shiny Colors 3rd Tour has concluded, described as great but less impactful than the Million Live 3rd tour. The author reflects that their engagement level with Shiny Colors might be lower compared to their past engagement with Million Live. The charting of SHiis’s “OH MY GOD” is noted as a pleasant post-event occurrence.
The “Events” section looks ahead at upcoming happenings. Anisama has added 765Pro and Shiny Colors to its lineup, suggesting a packed event.
The State of Emergency in Japan continues, but vaccination rates are improving, raising hopes for a potential winter opening. Upcoming events mentioned include a BlooDye special 2nd anniversary live, a link to “can/goo” on Twitcasting, a free Nao Toyama streaming concert, and a potential stage play featuring Carin Isobe at Puroland.
Under “Personal Note,” the author describes their life as busy, balancing sports, anime, Umamusume, Kurocon, and work. A tweet featuring “Tenka-chan” is shared.
The “Long Reads” section offers several recommended links. This includes part 2 of a Mocho stream on IDOLY PRIDE history. A talk by Roland Kelts for the Japan-America Society of Dallas Fort-Worth is also recommended. The author links an e-sports (Tekken) stream featuring Miyu Takagi, noting they are linking it “for reasons” without necessarily recommending watching it.
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Finally, a tweet by Frog-kun is highlighted, strongly recommending a talk with anime film directors discussing the evolution of digital compositing and its influence on background art direction, calling it an under-discussed aspect of Japanese animation history.
