#628: Holding the High Card.

#628: Holding the High Card.

Author: AJS Studios April 10, 2024 Duration: 1:13:20

Fans pay tribute to Funimation as the streaming site shuts down, Crunchyroll announces a new multi-profile tier, and Rascal Does Not Dream light novel series is ending. Also, Gen 1 TRANSFORMERS coming to theaters, Netflix released the trailer for live-action City Hunter, and the Sailor Moon to reopen with a new look and merchandise! Meanwhile in Japan... Whiskey gets a new definition to prevent fake purchases overseas, and a silent cafe opens, no music or talking?!


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